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James Brooke Bistro

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kuching, Malaysia
Ranked #7 of 103 restaurants in Kuching
4.0 of 5 stars 74 Reviews
Good for: Romantic
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Good for: Romantic
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

The food here was delicious and incredibly good value. The Malaysian food is the best value and completely delicious, very well cooked and presented too - clearly a lot of effort has gone in to this. Wonderful fresh fruit as well. Lovely location right on the waterfront and great atmosphere. Brilliant service and staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Went... More

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See 7 more reviews by Dorothy K for Kuching
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

The atmosphere, setting and service made for a great evening. Top that off with good food at reasonable prices and the evening was fantastic. The location really was the icing on the cake. We will definitely return. More

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Sydney, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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person found this review helpful

We looked for shelter when the afternoon thunderstorm came. It was a great choice made out of desparation. We had the Borneo and Sarawak Laksa and they were both equally good. I would go back without hesitation. More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Lovely setting, good service, good prices and good choice of food More

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Singapore
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

A lovely setting and good quality food from what I could taste. More

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Oxted, United Kingdom
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Having had dinner at the Hilton for 2 nights we decided to venture out and got as far as this which is just across the road by the waterfront.  Nice setting and good to watch the world go by. The food we had we really very tasty.  My wife and I both had spring rolls to start and then I... More

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Elmhurst, Illinois
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106 reviews 106 reviews
Reviews in 65 cities Reviews in 65 cities
73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I dined at this athmospheric restaurant twice during our stay in Kuching. The first time we went on our own and the second time, we went with friends. The place is small and quaint and the menu is very good and reasonably priced. It has views of the riverwalk and it is very open and has a... More

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edinburgh
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

We liked this place so much we went back three times, food was really good and a great choice. The service was excellent and it is always lovely to eat outside in a warm climate. Highly recommend this place. More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Love the location but not the slow service as the staff seemed to drag their feet in servicing the customers. More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Authentic malayan food at a really good price. Sitting on the front decking area overlooking the esplanade was really great and the food was amazing. More

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