Hola Borneo Foodies! New year, more unique places to explore in Borneo. This time around, I’m going to list places you can check out in a country not far from us, and on the north coast of the Borneo island in Southeast Asia, Brunei Darussalam! There’s honestly so many food in Brunei that needs to be explored!
Before I start with my listing, I’m pretty sure some of you are curious about the entry procedure. I heard the procedure to enter Brunei now is easy. You’ll just have to fill in the Entry and Exit System (EES) and fill in your vehicle details and passport details. Then, print or download EES Pass for you to scan at the Control Post. The fee now is no longer charged per head but per vehicle. Alrighty, let’s move on to our list! (with no particular order)
1. Legendary food in Brunei – Chop Jing Chew since 1946
Firstly, we have the oldest breakfast spot to exist in Brunei, Chop Jing Chew. This place has been operating since 1946! Today, it still remains one of the popular spots to enjoy breakfast in Brunei. They are popular for their delicious, soft homemade buns!
The must-tries from this shop are the Roti Kacang Kawin and the Roti Kuning! On top of that, there are of course some other things like noodles and toast bread that you can try.
Location
Chop Jing Chew
Operation hours: 6.30 AM – 5 PM (Weekdays) 6.30 AM – 12 PM (Weekends)
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/taQacafAXxYz1N6e8
2. Warung XO
Next, we have a humble roadside stall that serves a range of fried noodles, rice, and more! It’s Warung XO. If you’re feeling like hanging out till late, this place is open until midnight. The Fried Kway Teow is what people recommended from this place. I have yet to try it myself, but they definitely look good. I’m going to make sure I do, if I make a trip to Brunei!
Location
Warung XO
Operation hours: 4PM – 12AM
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/bVcvXu91GEvasru18
3. New Isma Jaya Cafe
Third, we have another legendary place that has been serving Kolo Mee since 1978, New Isma Jaya Restaurant! Other than Kolo Mee, they serve other dishes like Nasi Lemak, Mee Goreng, and Roti Kahwin too.
Location
Warung XO
Operation hours: 4PM – 12AM
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/bVcvXu91GEvasru18
4. Keboys Restaurant
If you go to Brunei, you cannot miss trying this food in Brunei, Nasi Katok. Nasi Katok is known as one of the significant dishes of this country. It’s Brunei’s delicacy that you can enjoy at a very cheap price! I first tried Nasi Katok from Gadong Street Food, I can’t recall which stall I got it from, and it was delicious! Despite the simplicity of the dish, I love it. One of the many places in Brunei that serves this dish, Keboys Restaurant is one of the recommended places by the locals.
This dish is literally this simple, yet it’s still so good! What sorcery is this? We gotta give it to Nasi Katok and just love it.
Location
Keboys Restaurant
Operation hours: 8AM – 2AM (Daily)
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/kCRBvrQ9naEH3aGP8
5. Soto Rapini
Lastly, we have Soto Rapini! For those who enjoy Soto, you should check this place out. They also serve some other dishes like Nasi Katok, Mee Goreng, Cucur Udang and Sup ‘Gearbox’. Soto Rapini is a home-based stall, they do have dine-in spaces and you can also walk-in for takeaway.
Just look at that! They say it tastes as good as it looks. I’ll definitely be paying this place a visit for my next Brunei trip.
Location
Soto Rapini
Operation hours: 10AM – 6PM (Closed on Wed, Fri and Sunday)
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/F4NYuEZGpi658VvT6
Well, that wraps up my list at the moment! I believe there is more places to be explored in this beautiful country. My fellow Brunei Foodies, if you guys have other recommendations, do let us know! We would really love to come down there one day to try all your recommendations. Till then!
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