The 7 Best Breakfast in Kota Kinabalu

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1. When we’re on extended trips we generally stay in budget accommodations that are good for sleeping but not always good for doing our digital work. So we always seek out local spots with good wifi so we can catch up on work in a fresh, comfortable environment. So good coffee/tea, and as a bonus good food, at a reasonable price (aka: table and wifi rental fee ?) is a must.

   While in Kota Kinabalu, Borneo Nook Cafe ticked all the boxes.

   In a city with not-so-great data coverage – at least with our Malaysian HotLink packages – the consistently strong wifi at Nook was a godsend. It’s also a comfortable space with good AC (not too cold) and friendly, attentive staff. And they are super chill about letting folks hang out with their laptops and work. A note about this: please be courteous about this. Buy food and drink, and if the place gets super busy and you’ve been there a while, be a good human and give up your table to others.

   As for their coffee, it’s a more “western” style cafe serving things like latte, Americanos, and espresso, and at a slightly higher price than the local coffee shops. But the coffee is delicious, and the “higher” price is relative given the overall affordability of Malaysia.

   And their food is outstanding. We had a bagel with duck breast that was off-the-charts delicious, a luscious grilled cheese on sourdough served with a side of tomato soup (just like grilled cheese was meant to be served), and a killer Rojak Buah served with prawn crackers. The most we spent at a sitting was RM 55 (CDN $16.65), and that was for two outstanding Dirty Chai Teas and the aforementioned grilled cheese sandwich and Rojak Buah salad. That’s a pretty damn good deal for a filling lunch and a couple of hours of reliable wifi in a comfy, chill space.

   *Bonus points: Nook is steps away from a clean, modern laundromat so you can catch up on laundry while you chill with delicious drinks and good food.

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2. I recently visited Nook Cafe based on the positive reviews I’d heard, and I must say, the food lived up to the hype. The cafe has a pleasant atmosphere that adds to the overall dining experience. The menu offers a variety of dishes, and I found the options to be quite appealing. The staff was friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall service. While it may not be an extravagant experience, Nook Cafe is definitely a solid choice for those looking for good food in a cozy environment.

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3. I would recommend:
   1. Sourdough toast and scrambled eggs. Simple and they totally nailed it! It’s a thick slice of really good sourdough topped with a beautiful bed of scrambled eggs.

   2. Hot latte was great too, however for coffee enthusiasts, it might just be “meh” but hey, there’s no doubt it’s GOOD coffee.

   Service was great.
   Went at 8.50am on a Thursday so there isn’t much human traffic.

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4. It’s been awhile since I last visited this cafe and wow it has become better. The Christmas specials were awesome and it was the first time ever that I tried an eggnog – one of my bucket list ? what can I say, all of the food we ordered tasted great, prices I suppose are reasonable in this day and age ? but worth the quality, and drinks were awesome. I’d recommend a thousand times over! My kids agree! But parking is still an issue though so come early!

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5. Ambient is nice, relaxing with smiles by the staffs. Matcha latte came with nice snail design, which was surprisingly nice & shocking at the same time. Fruity churos was nice & delicious. Although the price was at the upside, but it’s worth it

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