Kitchen@8 — Restaurant in Borneo

We came here for their Themed Weekend Buffet Dinner held every Saturday, from 6pm to 10pm. It was "Seafood Fest Week" on August 31. We booked and paid on Thursday, so the price was RM106 per adult (including tax).

Parking is free. Use the same entrance as the Oceanus parking and go all the way up to the 4th floor. The condition is a bit dilapidated, and it takes a while to spin all the way (and down after you are done). The lift from the parking area does not go straight to the restaurant. You will have to go down to the lobby, and switch to the lifts in Lobby B to go up to this restaurant on the 8th floor. The swimming pool is also located on the same floor, and it should be a good view during sunset.

Oysters are available, though it seems like they no longer replenish it by 8pm+. A bit too frozen, so need to wait for it to thaw a bit. Freshness is OK. Scallops are plump and juicy. The big prawns in shells are not as good as the prawns used in the salads, which are bouncy and sweet.

There is also a small selection of cold cuts and cheese, which was quite enjoyable too. We tried some of the Indian food and also a little bit from the other cooked food sections, the taste was OK, nothing outstanding.

Halfway through the meal there is a "teh tarik" performance, which was quite fun to watch, both the performance itself as well as the reaction of the audience. The teh tarik is very good. It is available from the dispenser, so no need to wait for the performance to taste it.

The dessert was decent too, though there was nothing particularly memorable. Overall it was a good meal, we just focused on eating the things we like (oysters, scallops, salad, cold cuts, and cheese), and those things were done well, so we are happy. The seafood chowder is excellent.

I think this buffet dinner is worth paying RM100 for, though if there could just be 2 or 3 sashimi options at the Japanese section, it would be perfect. Also the condition of the toilets needs to be improved. 5-star hotel toilets must always smell...

To welcome the new year, we decided to celebrate with the New Year’s Eve buffet at the kitchen @8 restaurant in Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel, and it turned out to be a truly memorable experience. Perched along the city’s picturesque waterfront, this five-star hotel is known for its stylish modern interiors and breathtaking views of the South China Sea—making it a top spot for both locals and travelers looking for a special dining experience.

The buffet itself was impressive, offering an exciting spread of international cuisines to suit every taste. From a generous cheese selection to fresh sushi, mussels on ice, and a colorful fruit bar, the variety alone was worth the visit. What really stood out for us were the steak and rich, slow-cooked stew—both cooked to perfection and full of flavor.

While the outdoor terrace offers sweeping views of the sea and skyline—especially magical at sunset—we chose to dine indoors for a bit of relief from the tropical heat. Still, the ambience inside was elegant and festive, with great service that made the evening feel even more special.

Whether you’re a guest at the hotel or just stopping by for a good meal, Marriott Kota Kinabalu’s buffet is definitely worth checking out—especially for a...

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