Labuan is an island federal territory of Malaysia that is also known as the ‘Pearl of South China Sea’. This nickname isn’t just given out of nowhere; Labuan earned it, since some famous excellent quality beaches, like Pancur Hitam, Batu Manikar, and Layang-Layangan; as well as other secluded coves and lesser-known beaches, are based on this island. Besides, beaches in Labuan have also won the COBSEA Clean Beach Award, granted by the United Nations. Special thanks to the Labuan Corporation workers who regularly sweep the area for rubbish.

In the sunset times, the views become more dazzling; there’s no way you can miss this moment without taking photographs and selfies.

Labuan also has a laid back and peaceful lifestyle, suitable for those seeking tranquil getaway. During your visit here, you can just live your life all you want by walking along the beaches, sunbathing, sensing the beach bliss, watching sunrises and sunsets, or dining in the nearby restaurants. Who said that Labuan is only about natural landmarks and scenery? This island is also a home to a vibrant culinary scene, proven from numerous appearances of dining spots and eateries that can be discovered here. Arrange your itinerary of Labuan’s trip by combining your beach vacations with gastronomic experience. Need some reference of the beach restaurants? Go through the list below!

Thai Beach Restaurant is the largest Thai restaurant in Labuan. Serving more than 100 authentic Thai-style dishes, their most favorable menus are phad woon sen seafood, pineapple fried rice, sea bass, tilapia, red snapper, and grouper with limes and chillies. The restaurant has 40 tables and outdoor seating, as well as 5 private dining rooms equipped with karaoke sets and a capacity of up to 300 people at once. As you set your feet here, you’ll be welcomed by two giant elephant statues in the entrance, Thai hand paintings, and a contemporary chandelier. Take tables facing the open sea of Nagalang Beach to get the best eating occasion!

Location: Kampung Kerupang, 87000 Labuan, Malaysia

Business hours: 11am-11pm (Tuesday to Sunday), 4pm-11pm (Monday)

Come to New Sung Hwa to get some great taste and affordable seafood dishes! With ordinary dining settings, this restaurant is worth trying because it offers the best services with friendly staff and one corner in the restaurant facing the sea. You have to choose your own seafood, with a price label on each, as you enter the restaurant before it’s cooked and prepared by the chefs. Therefore, you’ll be served with the freshest seafood on the tables. The most sought-after menus are kam heong scallop, homemade touhu, grilled tiger prawns, pipa prawns, and kam heong crabs.

Location: 1st floor, U0002, Jalan Okk Awang Besar, 87000 Labuan, Malaysia

Business hours: 12pm-2.30pm, reenter at 5.30pm-10pm (Tuesday to Sunday); 5.30pm-10pm (Monday)

One of the most favorite seafood restaurants in Labuan is Mawilla Yacht Club Restaurant. Offering scenic ocean views and a rustic ambience, this restaurant also serves fried chicken with lemons, fresh oysters, lamb curry, veal with black peppers, and many more. Its distinguished and refreshing atmosphere is an appeal to both local and international tourists, although the restaurant only keeps simple decorations for the interiors.

Location: Jalan Tanjung Batu, 80696 Labuan, Malaysia

Business hours: 8am-9.30pm (Monday to Saturday), 12pm-9.30pm (Sunday)

Distinguished by its classic, elegant decorations, and intimate atmospheres, Pulau Labuan Restaurant serves various Chinese-inspired cuisines. Other upsides of the restaurant are the helpful staff with excellent assistance and exceptional dishes, such as salmon, scallop soup, braised pork belly with dried oyster and black moss, red snappers, and sweet longan with mixed fruit dessert for your refreshing afters.

Location: Kemajuan Street, 87000 Labuan, Victoria, Malaysia

Business hours: 11.30am-8.30pm daily

Right out over the water, Nagaland Seafood Restaurant is a suitable place for seafood hunters in Labuan. It features the display of fish and lobster tanks you pass by as you enter the restaurant. The staff is friendly and helpful; and the menus are also listed in English, so you don’t have to worry about anything. Their butter crab is the best dish you won’t ever miss while enjoying the gentle sea breeze at the same time. To complete the experience, you can also order other menus, like seafood tom yum, dry or wet butter prawns, steamed barramundi, etc.

Location: Kerupang Satu Street, Kampung Nagalang, Simpang Ikan Todak 24, Labuan, Malaysia

Business hours: 2pm-11pm (Wednesday to Monday)

Sabai Sabai Thai Resto Bar is a perfect place to immerse yourself in an authentic Thai fusion ambiance, making it also suitable for family and friend gatherings. Outdoor dinings are also available for you preferring to dine in the open air. For food, they have vegan options, like the vegetarian version of Vietnamese spring rolls and Thai tom yum. Other recommended dishes are green curry chic, pandan chicken and pineapple fried rice. Order all of them to enjoy your dining-by-the-waves experience to the fullest!

Location: Bunga Matahari Street, Bandar Labuan, 87000 Labuan, Malaysia

Business hours: 11am-11pm daily

Another restaurant serving freshest seafood in Labuan is Anjung Ketam Gerai No. 2, a wooden floating restaurant by the sea. You can also handpick your own seafood in tanks before being cooked and prepared. Crabs are their specialty, so you can request the cooking methods and sauce; but most people recommend salted egg and buttermilk for the crabs. The charming ambiance of the restaurant escalates while the sunset comes into view. This is actually the right time to take seats in the restaurant, order some crabs, and capture the moments in the photographs!

Location: Simpang Anjung Ketam, Tanjung Aru Street, 87000 Labuan, Malaysia

Business hours: 4pm-10pm daily

Dining on an island by the sea can also be about other menu selections, rather than just seafood. Cucina De Olive is a modern Malaysian and Western-style restaurant where you can get some European flavors. The restaurant offers a wide range of Western food, such as pizza, Asian fusions, cakes, and the freshly brewed range of coffee. However, they’ve got the best lambchop and duck meat pizza. Don’t worry about the prices; all dishes are Western with local fares!

Location: Bandar Labuan, 87000 Labuan, Labuan Federal Territory, Malaysia

Business hours: 10am-1.30pm and reenter at 5pm-9.30pm (Monday to Thursday), 10am-9.30pm (Friday to Sunday)

With a warm and inviting ambiance, The Grill is a combination of Chinese, local, Western, and Asian restaurant whose menu provides a diverse selection of delicious cuisines. Reaching here, it’s recommended for you to try their signature menus: nasi padang, ngiu chap, nasi goreng ala kampung, and fried chicken rice. The ambiance, superb music selection, attentive restaurant personnels, and extensive range of delectable dishes are major factors of the guests’ intentions for future visits.

Location: Jalan Tanjung Batu, 87007, Labuan, Sabah, Malaysia

Business hours: 6.30am-10pm every day

Deep Sea Raff Restaurant is the nearest spot for you to relax while waiting for your ferry. Located directly by the waterfront, this restaurant provides a refreshing and spacious atmosphere featuring a diverse menu, especially the buffet-style fare where you’ll be charged by your own food selections. Dining in the open air facing the sea, make sure some grilled fish, seafood pasta, and prawns are neatly served on your tables.

Location: Bandar Labuan, 87000 Labuan, Labuan Federal Territory, Malaysia

Business hours: 7.45am-5pm every day

The quest of the best fish curry in town should come to an end, because Restoran Sharifah serves one! Their mouthwatering beef-packed biryani and roti cobra kambing are also renowned throughout the area as the finest available.

Location: U101, Jalan Merdeka, 87000, Labuan, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia

Business hours: 8am-8pm every day

When you search for the best roti canai in town on the internet, Mama’s Kitchen will appear as one of the options. Known for preparing an array of Asian cuisines and local specialties of Indian dishes, the food preparation in this restaurant uses freshest ingredients, spices, and traditional recipes passed down through generations, so you don’t need to doubt the food taste this restaurant serves. Accordingly, you can order anything you want, including fried chicken, biryani, chicken curry, and fried rice with various toppings.

Location: Okk Awang Besar Street, Bandar Labuan, 87000 Labuan, Malaysia

Business hours: 7am-8pm every day

As with its name, The Living Room is a restaurant with minimalist living room-style decor, featuring intimate ambiance and competitive food pricings. It provides various Western cuisines and a wide range of beverages. With both indoor and outdoor seating options, a unique ornament spot in this restaurant is a long bar embellished with an extensive collection of whiskey bottles. Order some delicious starters and refreshing drinks, along with its various menu items, like biryani, crispy prawns and steak, grilled salmon, burgers, butter chicken, tandoori, and more.

Location: Financial Park, Merdeka Street, Dorsett Grand 462, Labuan, Malaysia

Business hours: 11am-12am every day
Among other dining experiences, you have to know what it feels to dine with the views of the sea in front of you, at least once in your lifetime; and Labuan can be your next destination with either your partner, family, or friends. Book your flights now via Traveloka, your reliable traveling agent with competitive pricings and convenient payment methods!