LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS by Kamila Delart

What would be vacation without a great culinary experience! Escaping fast food gobbled up during meeting breaks, leaving behind the homey kitchen with long grocery shopping lists and piles of dishes waiting to be washed… There is no better time to enjoy a delicious meal in a great atmosphere than while on holidays. 

And Langkawi has a lot to offer! From a stylish restaurant in a contemporary design with the sound of waves breaking against the surrounding rocks, or an open-air Malay house hidden in the lush rainforest, to a laid-back beach café with Thai triangle pillows luring you to lounge as you sip a cocktail, and watch jet skis challenging the waves, and colorful hot air balloons floating above the Andaman Sea.

The cuisine itself is as diverse as the ambiance. Light and hearty, spicy and mild… Thousands of flavors to ignite your taste buds!

Whether you would like to sample traditional Malay, Chinese, Indian or Thai dishes, indulge in Asian fusion creations or Japanese delicacies, taste a western meal, or savor freshly caught seafood - the choices are endless. As it is impossible to visit all the restaurants on the island, and you don’t want to spend hours doing your research, our ‘Trendy Restaurant Guide’ highlights the absolute MUST-GO locations.

BON APPÉTIT!

 
 

LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart 

Nam Restaurant Bon Ton LangkawiNAM RESTAURANT

Bon Ton Resort

PANTAI CENANG

Tel:         +6 (0)4 955 3643 / 6768

E-mail:    info@bontonresort.com.my

bontonresort.com.my

Operating Hours:
Lunch    12pm  -  5 pm
Snacks    3pm  -  7pm
Dinner     7pm  -11pm

Dining in the Nam Restaurant is far more than an exquisite culinary experience! The restaurant is part of the unique boutique resort Bon Ton. 

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LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart 

LamanRia - Japanese Restaurant LangkawiLAMAN RIA

JAPANESE FOOD   
RESTORAN  &
SEA FOOD GRILL

PANTAI CENANG

Tel:      +6 049554418
            +6 (0)175259318

langkawi@lamanria.net
lamanria.net

Operating Hours: 12 noon - 11pm

Situated in Laman Padi, the Rice Garden Museum compound, Laman Ria is a peaceful oasis  on the edge of the pulsating Pantai Cenang. Those who drive will be pleased to find ample parking space. Crossing a bridge opposite the Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort, the path to the restaurant leads through a herbal garden. The airy premises are surrounded by a pond with water plants, fish and turtles, and shielded in the back with tropical foliage that is home to various birds providing lovely background tune.

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LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart 

Wonderland Food STall LangkawiWONDERLAND
FOOD STALL

KUAH
Behind Bella Vista hotel

Tel:      +6 (0)12- 4946555
Operating Hours:
Daily 6pm - 11.30pm

Established 18 years ago and packed every evening since, the Wonderland Food Stall is Langkawi’s culinary legend!

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LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart 

Orkid Ria Seafood Restaurant LangkawiORKID RIA
SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

PANTAI CENANG

Tel:      +6 04 9554128
Operating Hours:
11am - 3pm & 6pm - 11pm

From humble beginnings to one of the most popular places in Langkawi!  Faded newspaper clippings tell the story of a tiny home-eatery in Kuah . . . 

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Hungry Monkey LangkawiHUNGRY MONKEY

PANTAI TENGAH

Tel:      +6 04 9552100
Email: hungry_monkey2010@hotmail.com

Operating Hours:
Daily 11am - 11.30pm (last order)

Homage to the culinary tradition of the owner’s home country, Hungry Monkey is famous for serving genuine Turkish cuisine. The Pide bread and yogurt are home-made, and  spices imported all the way from Turkey to guarantee authentic flavor.

The menu is extensive, featuring traditional dishes from various regions of Turkey. Begin with Humus or stuffed grape-leaf Dolma. If you like it traditional, choose as main dish  Shish Kebab, or Döner Kebab  - the thinly sliced meat roasted on a vertical spit.

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Sawadeekap Seafood Restaurant LangkawiSAWADEEKAP
SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

PANTAI TENGAH

Tel:      +6 (0)12- 3625576
            +6 (0) 4 - 9555736

Operating Hours:
Daily 11.30am – 11.30pm

With tropical plants, straw-covered walls and ceiling, and antique fishing and cooking utensils on the walls, the Thai Seafood restaurant Sawadeekap  has a cozy and exotic atmosphere. Lovers of fish and seafood can hand-pick their red snapper, lobster or tiger prawns, and watch the entire preparation of their meal in the open kitchen. 

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LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart 

Tapaz LangkawiTAPAZ

PANTAI KOK
A1 & A2  Perdana Quay
Telaga Harbour

Tel:         +6 (0)12- 329 4094
E-mail:    alexsigi@yahoo.com

Operating Hours:
Daily 11am - 11pm
 

Always busy, Tapaz is one of the favourite culinary locations at the Telaga Harbour! With bright orange walls, paintings featuring toreros engaged in a bull fight, and traditional wine barrels converted into dining tables, the restaurant has a truly unique ambiance.

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Chenang Boat Quay LangkawiCHENANG BOAT QUAY

PANTAI CENANG

When leaving Cenang in the direction of Pantai Kok, turn left on a junction just before BonTon. Follow the road to the very end.

Tel:         +6 (0)12- 329 4094
E-mail:    alexsigi@yahoo.com
Website: boatquay.net

 

Operating Hours: 1pm - 11.00 pm
Closed on Tuesdays
 
Located away from the crowded touristic area, and yet in a walking distance from the Pelangi Resort, the Cenang Boat Quay provides a truly relaxing atmosphere. Directly at the sea, you will enjoy a dreamlike view of the Rebak and Koh Lipe islands, while sitting underneath the airy shade sales, in one of  the rustic chairs painted in cheerful yellow, red or green.

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LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart 

Unkaizan Japanese Restaurant LangkawiUNKAIZAN

JAPANESE RESTAURANT

PANTAI TENGAH
Lot 395 Jalan Telok Baru

Leaving Pantai Tengah in the direction of Awana, pass Holiday Villas and Federal Lodge. The restaurant is opposite the Lanai.

Tel:         +604 955 4118
Email:      info@unkaizan.com 
Website:  unkaizan.com

Operating Hours: 6pm - 11pm
Closed every second Wednesday each  month
  
To truly describe the culinary experience at the award winning Japanese Restaurant, Unkaizan, one would need to invent a whole new vocabulary of superlatives!

Read more: UNKAIZAN JAPANESE RESTAURANT Langkawi

 
 

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The Pier Restaurant & Bar LangkawiTHE PIER

Restaurant and Bar

KUAH

Direct access to The Pier by dinghy, ideally two hours either side of high tide.

Tel:         +6 (0) 17- 425 6490
E-mail:    janerikschicht@msn.com

Operating Hours:

11am - 10.00 pm
kitchen closes 9pm

Fridays and Public Holidays closed 

   
A popular meeting point for yachties and expats, The Pier has somewhat of a cult-status in Langkawi, providing not only great home-cooked food but also any sort of information and services you may need: large notice board, book swap, ice cube supply, Wi-Fi,  free use of computer and printer and international fax.

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LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart 
   
Mare Blu LangkawiMARE BLU

PANTAI KOK
B5-6 Perdana Quay / Telaga Harbour

Tel:         +604 959 3830

E-mail:   
tarmizi@mareblu.com.my

mareblu.com.my

Operating Hours:
12 noon – 11.30 pm

 
Situated at the Telaga Harbour, the Italian Restaurant Mare Blu offers a great view of the marina. To escape the tropical heat during lunch time, opt for the indoors with rustic leather chairs, crispy white tablecloths, and walls decorated with atmospheric pastel drawings with motives of Rome and Venice.

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LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart 
   
Yellow Cafe LangkawiYELLOW CAFÉ

PANTAI CENANG

Tel +60 (0) 124593190
yellows.place@hotmail.com

Operating Hours: daily 11am -1 am!

During low season
closed on Wednesdays
  

Yellow Cafe is more than just a place to have a great meal at! While Yellow’s Steak House Restaurant has more of a sophisticated atmosphere, the Cocktail Bar with large comfortable sofas, and the Beach Front Lounge with the cozy triangle Thai pillows are all about chilling out.

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Charlie's Place RLYC LangkawiCHARLIE’S PLACE

ROYAL LANGKAWI
YACHT CLUB

KUAH
Jalan Dato Syed Omar

Tel:         +604 966 4078
Email:    office@langkawiyachtclub.com

website see here

Operating Hours:
daily 9am -10.30 pm

Seating Capacity: 64 guests
For group bookings, enquire
3 days in advance

Read more: Charlis Place Kuah Langkawi

 
 

LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart 
   
L'Osteria LangkawiL’OSTERIA

PANGAI TENGAH
Lot 2863No.8 SUNMALL,

Tel +60 (0) 12 494 9235
      +60 (0)   4 955 2133

osteria_langkawi@hotmail.com

Operating Hours:
11am-11pm, Mondays closed

Owned by Lorenzo, a passionate Italian Chef, L’Osteria serves genuine Neapolitan cuisine. The thin crispy pizza with a variety of delicious toppings is the best you can get on the island, and if you are a pasta fan - L’Osteria is a must!

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Mangoes LangkawiMANGOES BAR and GRILL

KUALA TERIANG
Detailed directions & map on the website

Tel +60 (0) 17 589 8117
      +60 (0) 12 564 0307

mangoesmichele@yahoo.com

mangoeslangkawi.webs.com

Operating Hours:
Wed - Sat    5pm - 10pm
Sunday      11am - 10pm
Mo + Tue    Closed

Read more: Mangoes Langkawi

 
 

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Sun Cafe LangkawiSUN CAFÉ

PANTAI TENGAH
No.8 SUNMALL,
Jalan Teluk Baru

Tel +604 955 8300
info@sungrouplangkawi.com

sungrouplangkawi.com

Operating Hours: daily 12pm - 12am


The Sun Cafe has a contemporary look, airy atmosphere and character! Along an entire wall, there are sophisticated black & white photographs portraying people of Langkawi  across all ages and ethnical backgrounds.

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LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart

The Loaf LangkawiTHE LOAF
Bakery & Bistro

PANTAI KOK

C9 Perdana Quay, Telaga Harbour

Tel +604 959 4866
Email:  zul@theloaf.net

theloaf.net

Operating Hours: daily 8am - 11pm
 

The Loaf has an unique concept, combining a bakery with a dining opportunity. The pastry shop provides a variety of sweet and salty delicacies, introducing on a monthly basis new creations. A signature drink not to miss? ‘Cube 60 Degree’: frozen espresso cubes slowly dissolving in hot milk for an extra rich coffee flavor. It is easy to become addicted! So island residents are best advised to inquire about the Loaf Membership!

Read more: The Loaf Langkawi

 
 

LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart

The Brasserie LangkawiTHE BRASSERIE

PANTAI CENANG

27 A Jalan Pantai Cenang
(at the beach behind Tomato Nasi Kandar)

Tel:  +6  04 9551927
Email:  thebrasserielangkawi@gmail.com

Operating Hours: daily 12am - 12pm
  

The romantic feel you get when passing the entrance with a tranquil pond sets the tone for your entire experience at the Brasserie. 

Just a few steps from the beach, shielded from the surroundings by a lovely landscaping, with a relaxing music of Morcheeba and Skye gently playing in the background, and boats leisurely cruising on the Andaman Sea in front of you… the atmosphere is just perfect! 

Read more: The Brasserie Langkawi

 
 

LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart

The Cliff LangkawiTHE CLIFF

PANTAI CENANG

Lot 63 & 40

T: +6 04 953 3228 
Email:  thecliff888@gmail.com

theclifflangkawi.com

Operating Hours:
daily 11am - 11pm
 

One of the most recently opened restaurants on the island, The Cliff attracts due to its stunning location guests from the very first day! The panoramic view of the Andaman Sea is simply breathtaking, and listening to the waves breaking against the primordial rocks as you enjoy your meal, will make your visit unforgettable. If you make dinner reservations arriving around 7 pm, the spectacular sunset is included.
  

Read more: The Cliff Langkawi

 
 

LANGKAWI’S TRENDY RESTAURANTS  -  by Kamila Delart


Privilege Restaurant LangkawiPRIVILEGE RESTAURANT
& BAR

PANTAI KOK

B 8 Perdana Quay, Telaga Harbour
First floor - staircase opposite ‘The Loaf’

Tel:  +6  04 9561 188
Email:  privilege.restaurant@gmail.com

privilegerestaurant.com/welrest.html

Operating Hours: daily 12am - 11pm
Closed on Sundays

Read more: PRIVILEGE RESTAURANT & BAR Langkawi