Fun and entertainment Borneo

It's one of the center's few haunts for young people and expats looking for a festive evening out. This lively bar, with its funky decor, is the ideal place to relax and meet new people. The drinks menu offers a wide selection of creative cocktails, international beers and quality spirits. Themed evenings, live concerts and DJ sets are regularly organized. The tree-lined terrace in the adjacent alleyway, with its lanterns, is very pleasant at dusk.

Here's a little café ideally located on pretty Jalan Padungan, frequented by Kuching's youth. It's a great place to share a coffee, but also for breakfast or lunch in the local style - the menu isn't long, but the classics have been mastered. The decor is uncluttered and cosy, the staff young and friendly, and the value for money unquestionably good. We recommend their delicious nasi lemak. And for those with a sweet tooth, try the gula apong palm sugar ice cream, a Sarawak specialty.

This bar-restaurant, popular with locals and tourists alike, is a great place to enjoy a drink in a festive atmosphere. Those who prefer a quiet chat can sit out on the terrace. In the evenings, local bands play live music. The line-up tends to be rock, with covers of international classics mixed in with personal compositions for the more creative. Large selection of draught beers. On the other hand, it's best to skip the food menu.

Right in the center of town, as its name suggests, this establishment is the headquarters for locals, expatriates and tourists passing through. Open to the street, people drop in for a drink or dinner in a lively, festive atmosphere. The menu features a multitude of colorful cocktails, beers, shots and Mexican-inspired vegetarian dishes. There's nothing like nibbling on mini-tacos to soak up the alcohol, consumed in moderation. The warm setting is made of old wooden planks and bright colors.

If you're itching for a drink to extend your evening, Ming Cafe is the place for you. We love the atmosphere provided by locals and expatriates alike. If there's still room, take a seat on the covered terrace, around one of the beautiful solid wood picnic tables. The waiter will take your order. You can choose from shots, cocktails, draught beer, wine by the glass or a selection of Australian beers. And if you're feeling peckish, the café will satisfy your hunger with a variety of dishes.

In Kota Kinabalu's growing scene of trendy cafés, Woo! has its place. A large, bright room with checkerboard tiling and a pretty veranda overlooking the jungle set the scene. Here, you can enjoy good coffees and some of the best desserts and cakes in town. Special mention goes to the chocolate mousse tart or the salted caramel tart. For late risers, breakfast is served all day long. The restaurant also prepares savory dishes, all very appetizing and a welcome change from Chinese or Malaysian specialties.