Nestled in the laid-back neighborhood of Kampung Air in Kota Kinabalu, this eatery offers a calm spot to enjoy local Malaysian flavors in a casual, comfortable setting. The interior has a familiar, unchanged charm that feels welcoming whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or settling in for a leisurely lunch or dinner. Air conditioning provides a relief from the tropical heat, making it a favored choice especially for those seeking a relaxed meal away from the bustling city.
Visitors typically come here for a range of local and regional dishes that lean toward traditional Malaysian and Chinese flavors. You’ll find options like sour and spicy soups, rice noodles, and classic stir-fried vegetables, alongside seafood dishes with a bit of a spicy kick. Portions cater well to solo diners and groups alike, with small plates and larger servings available. Coffee and dessert are also part of the experience, enjoyed in a cozy atmosphere where families, tourists, and locals comfortably coexist.
The restaurant’s practical amenities, including wheelchair-accessible seating, table service, and reservation options, add to the ease of visiting. It’s also a convenient choice for those arriving by car, with paid parking nearby. Whether you’re craving something familiar or exploring local tastes in a relaxed environment, this spot in Kampung Air offers a straightforward, unpretentious dining experience with food that feels both homey and thoughtfully prepared.
Takeaway
Dine-in
Great dessert
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Table service
Toilet
Casual
Cosy
Groups
Tourists
Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Good for kids
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Parking
4 This restaurant has been there tested through times since the early 80s as far as I can remember. It used to be the classy restaurant to go and despite many competitions it is still popular. Not much has changed in terms of it's looks and food choices. Price is reasonable...
5 We were too hungry after a long day journey. So we made a quick order of some 8 dishes and finished them all before remembering the photos. Most dishes were good. We were not filled after the 8 so we repeated a couple of them: The Penang Kew Teo and Dry shrimp stirred fried vegetable. They are ordinary dishes available in almost every Chinese restaurants in Malaysia. But this restaurant makes them tastefully good. Staff is friendly and tables spaciously and comfortably apart.
5 3days in Kk come here twice. Top reason is they have aircon! And their food is clean and delicious. We tried laksa. Siam rice noodles. Sour&spicy soup . Coconut water rice....every dish satisfied us! I would say it is a pleasure and enjoy to eat here.
4 Local food, price is fairly nice. Order small for famous Assam fish and fried Sotong. Assam fish is delicious if you can accept chilly food. Fried Sotong is not so nice as I have accepted, but the Sotong is fresh. Kindly suggest to try.
4 Nice Malaysian restaurant. We love Malaysian chicken curry the most. Ho fun is also good but laksa has little bid too strong flavour for us.
4 Nice Malaysian restaurant! Reasonable prices for the quality. Staff recommended black pepper mutton & fish head curry. I see… those are Must have!
5 A nice local spot of Malaysian food. The chicken Sambal hits the spot, mixed with the beansprouts side dish. To go with this, we had the Siam Me noodles. Make sure to add the red Sambal on the side. Very tasty and home cooking style food. There are larger tables for bigger groups. The iced coffee is also very good, nice and strong.
5 Our tour guide brought us here. We're a group of six and we ordered dinner. The salted egg squid and asam pedas is to die for. We didn't even remember to snap pics before eating.
Many diners enjoy the Assam fish, Penang Kew Teo, laksa, and Malaysian chicken curry, which are known for their authentic flavors.
The restaurant offers both cosy sit-down dining and quick bites, making it flexible for different dining styles.
Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, suggesting these times can get busy, especially for groups and tourists.
Restoran Sri Melaka accommodates solo diners as well as groups, with a casual and cozy atmosphere that suits both.
The restaurant has air conditioning, wheelchair-accessible seating, paid parking, and accepts various cashless payments for convenience.
| Monday | 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM |
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