Traditional Fried Pork Kuey Teow — Restaurant in Borneo

I had the most amazing dining experience at A Yan Restaurant in Kota Kinabalu today, and I'm more than happy to give it a well - deserved 5 - star rating!

The restaurant is conveniently located in the bustling area of the city, making it easily accessible. The interior is clean and tidy, with a decor that exudes local charm. It creates a really cozy and inviting atmosphere. The staff here are extremely warm and friendly. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with genuine hospitality. When I was ordering, the waiter patiently introduced each dish, explaining its unique features and flavors. They also gave great suggestions based on the number of people in our group, which was really thoughtful.

Now, let's talk about the food. It was simply outstanding! The Traditional Fried Pork Noodles is their signature dish. The fried pork is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a wonderful aroma. Paired with the special sauce, the taste is out of this world. The noodles are smooth and chewy, and every bite is filled with rich flavor. The Salted Crispy Chicken Rice is also remarkable. The chicken is marinated to perfection and fried to a beautiful golden - brown. The rice is plump and fragrant. Taking a bite of the chicken and then a mouthful of rice is an absolute delight. And the Coffee Smoothie is a must - try. It has a smooth texture, a strong coffee aroma, and the perfect level of sweetness. It's extremely refreshing and great for cooling off on a hot day while also giving you a little energy boost.

In conclusion, A Yan Restaurant is flawless in terms of food taste, service quality, and ambiance. If you're in Kota Kinabalu, this is a place you definitely don't want to miss. I'm sure you'll fall in love with it...

We recently checked out Ah Yen, a famous old-school eatery in Kota Kinabalu’s iMago mall. This place has a pretty cool story – they started way back in 1940 in a tiny town called Sandakan! It’s amazing how they’ve grown from a wet market stall to having branches all over Malaysia and Singapore.

The star of the show is definitely their Fried Pork ‘springy’ noodle. The noodles were cooked just right – chewy and full of flavor. And the pork? Oh, it was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. It was a perfect match with the noodles!

We also tried their Tiger Prawn Laksa. It was spicy and packed with a rich coconut flavor. The prawns were fresh and juicy. To finish off our meal, we ordered the Cincau Susu (a sweet grass jelly drink) and Fried Dumplings. Both were refreshing and tasty.

We also couldn’t resist trying their Hakka Fried Pork. It was a classic dish that didn’t disappoint. Crispy and flavorful, it was a great addition to our meal.

The staff at Ah Yen were super friendly and helpful. They made us feel really welcome. The place has a nice vibe, although it can get pretty crowded during peak hours. But trust us, it’s totally worth the wait! If you’re ever in Kota Kinabalu, make sure to...

So good I came here twice. 2nd time I had to come back in the evening as the lunch queue was too big and there were no spare tables.

My first visit was around 8pm and it was still pretty busy. Located on floor 3 of the mall, you grab a table and when you want to order, approach the till and then pay.

The food comes out quickly and the team in the kitchen are constantly pumping out fresh dishes non stop.

I got the icebrug lettuce, crispy pork kuey teow and a lemon shui. Total came to 32.30myr. The iceberg lettuce was delicious in a light and sweet soy broth I assume. The crispy pork still remained slightly crispy even as I left pieces right till the very end of my meal. The broth is light but flavourful and the noodles had a little chew in them. Delicious!!!

The 2nd time I got the iceberg lettuce again, alongside the signature laksa and the iceberg lettuce. It came to 40.40myr.

The laksa I upgraded to Sandakan noodles for an extra 1.50myr or something. It was hearty, filling and not too spicy. I wish they added more of the fried pork! The flavoured coating to the pork still manages to come through the strong laksa broth. Testament to the...