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We’ve officially entered the second month of the year. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, February is undeniably magical. Here are some of the nicest places to take your date this Valentine’s Day in Kuching
1. Peridot, Kuching
The food is thoughtfully crafted with a lot of class and taste, but the decor isn’t opulent or over-the-top. They take pride in offering modest, yet inventive, and one-of-a-kind cuisine. The menu changes on a regular basis as the chefs experiment with new creations and food trends as they emerge.
Address:
No 80, Ewe Hai St, 93000 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
6pm to 10pm (Tuesday – Sunday)
2. The Junk
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Don’t be fooled by this restaurant’s name; sometimes the best things are hidden behind a different moniker. The restaurant is heavily decked with Chinese lanterns for soft lighting and other modern rubbish, which has clearly established the mood. You could say they follow the adage “a man’s garbage is another man’s treasure,” as you can see random paintings and portraits hung to fill the bare walls, and even the furniture is old!
Address:
80, Wayang St, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
6pm – 12am (Everyday except Tuesday)
3. James Brooke Bistro & Cafe
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This modest restaurant, located directly across from the Hilton, overlooks Kuching’s shoreline, positioning it as one of the city’s most romantic dining establishments. Not only that, but James Brooke Bistro has its own small garden where you may enjoy a romantic stroll with your loved one. Choose to sit inside for a cosy setting with a warm ambiance, or go outside to appreciate the beauty of the tranquil nature and enjoy the river air.
Address:
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
9AM-10.30PM
4. Steakhouse Restaurant
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At this Kuching restaurant, toast a romantic evening with a glass of champagne. Seared tuna or other Western specialties served at the table are available. At the Hilton Kuching hotel, soft lighting, modern furnishings, and river views create a relaxing atmosphere for festivities or informal business meetings.
Address:
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
11AM-8PM
5. Zinc Restaurant & Bar
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Zinc is ideal for romantic dinners with your significant other, as the restaurant is decorated with lighted tables and chandeliers, as well as quiet music playing on speakers throughout the night. Steak Tartare, Moroccan Lamb Shank, Spanish Beef Meatballs, and more will be available to Mediterranean food fans (all around RM30).
Location:
38, Tabuan Rd, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
6PM–12AM (Everyday except Monday)
6. COMMONS by Food Journal Group
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COMMONS, which is housed in the Kuching Old Court House, offers lovely exteriors and interiors, as the cafe is set in a well-kept historical edifice. Commons is the source of this image. The main draw at COMMONS is their extensive cake selection, which is exhibited enticingly in glass domes on a long counter and in a glass-door refrigerator.
Address:
The Old Court House, Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, Kuching, 93000 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
11AM–10PM (Everyday)
7. The Raintree Restaurant
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The Raintree Restaurant, which is housed within the Borneo Convention Centre, has left visitors in amazement and astonishment. Even when the restaurant is not decorated for the holidays, it manages to impress with its consistent use of nature, such as water fountains and plants in designated locations, to create a very soothing atmosphere. This is the place to go if you’re looking for a place suit for an anniversary or just to impress that wonderful being.
Address:
Borneo Convention Centre, Sejingkat, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
11AM–10PM (Everyday)
8. Jambu Restaurant & Lounge
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With the title of Kuching’s nicest restaurant, Jambu Restaurant and Lounge undoubtedly knows how to illuminate and arrange the internal environment for the ideal dinner venue. The place exudes a hipster yet classy vibe to all of its patrons, with ceilings decorated with colourful lanterns and walls neatly arranged with random paintings and pictures. Every light in the restaurant casts a pleasant glow that complements the colours of the furnishings, and every nook is still photo-friendly without the use of a flash.
Address:
6, Jalan Bampfylde, Gan Swee Cho Garden, 93000 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
9. The Coffee Clinic
The Coffee Clinic is one of Kuching’s most business-friendly cafes, with plenty of outlets and fast WiFi. With brick walls, wooden seats and tables, and medieval-looking lamps and chandeliers, the interiors resemble a basic, rustic hamlet, allowing you to work easily in a warm environment.
Address:
Lot 184, Ground Floor (Jalan, Jalan Song, Tun Jugah, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
8.30AM-5PM (Everyday)
10. Feast & Furious
The Feast & Furious Cafe has a distinct motorsports vibe, making it appear as if it was developed and designed specifically for car fans. When you go into the cafe, you’ll be met by real vehicles and bikes, including a classic Ferrari, antique scooters, and even a Formula 1 race car.
Address:
Lot 244, Ground Floor, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman,, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
12PM–9:30PM (Everyday except Monday)