Kopitiam Asam Pedas — Restaurant in Borneo

This place is renowned for its exceptional asam pedas soup fish noodle, and my recent dining experience there exceeded all expectations.

I ordered for the steam fish, and I was delighted to find that it was prepared to perfection. The fish was incredibly fresh, highlighting the chef's commitment to quality. The soy sauce used in the dish had a delightful hint of sweetness and a subtle note of wine, which added a unique and delightful flavor profile. What truly impressed me was the creative use of egg and tofu as the base, creating a multi-layered culinary masterpiece that left me amazed.

Moreover, the attention to detail extended beyond the dish itself. When the rice was served, I was amazed by the fish shaped rice and attention to detail with finely chopped green onion as fish eye.

Despite the restaurant being crowded, with a queue outside, the service was impeccable. The staff members did not rush the diners, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience. When it was time to settle the bill, I was pleasantly surprised by the genuine gratitude expressed by the waitstaff. Their heartfelt thank you truly demonstrated their dedication to providing excellent customer service.

I highly recommend this place for anyone seeking a culinary adventure that combines exquisite flavors with exceptional service. It's served no pork and...

This restaurant is lively even during off-peak hours. The hardworking and friendly owner warmly greets customers and helps them order efficiently.

The service is fairly quick. I ordered the spicy and sour fried fish noodle soup, which was a highlight of the meal. The broth was rich and flavorful, striking a perfect balance between tangy and sweet. The fish itself came in generously large pieces, adding a hearty touch to the dish. However, it would have been even better if the fish were deboned, as having to pick out the bones while eating felt a bit awkward and detracted slightly from the...

For any tourist out there, this is the one of the restaurant you have to try out before going back. The food here are amazing especially their signature dish, the asam pedas which directly translated to Sour Spicy. As its name suggest it is more to the spicy side but you can ask the employees working there to reduce the spicyness. But to the locals here, its more of a below average. Just a heads up to those who are not used to spicy food. Do note, when you want to visit this restaurant, do come early around 8am so you would get the freshest fish...