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GAYA STREET FOOD AND NIGHT MARKET, HIDDEN BAR,<\/h2>\n

Essentially Gaya street, Dewan Alley and beach street in the older part of Kota Kinabalu city has become the centre of everyday life among KKcity folks and tourist who are seeking precious food hunt. by day you’ll see crowd moving about at food shops, banks, offices and Sabah tourism Centre, night time more food shops, restaurant, cafes and hidden Bar. come friday & saturday night market stall taking over\u00a0 part of the street from\u00a0 5- 11pm. A popular Sunday morning gaya street fair market erupted.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

TAPAI Speakeasy Hidden Bar<\/strong> – located lot 111 corner above local tourist meaty shop and beside wine supplier office. a very distinct well polish simple and cosy bar that enter behind the alley door up-stair. serve great food from pizza to spaghatti and finger foods. happy hours on Beer and cocktails with soft fusion music and lazy chair and sofa with dim light. a neon fill lighting mellow your mood down.\u00a0 owner chef are a brilliant cook and knows his wine and whisky.<\/p>\n

DRUNKEN DOORS-<\/strong> A new addition to the hidden bar scene at Alley dewan road, 1st floor, block 3A. cocktails are a fusion indian spice mix.\u00a0 go for it if your nearby. behind\u00a0 atkinson hotel back.<\/p>\n

Great old coffee shop at day time likes AIK CHEONG KOPI,<\/strong> Toast bread and kaya margerine jam. chinese eateries of BAK KUT TEA dish are everywhere fill with Chinese tourist -YUkee shop, try Gam Tong HK restaurant serve wonderful chinese Hong Kong dishes. The Kinabalu Shop serve Laksa Curry and beef noodles soup.<\/p>\n

CEMPAKA SQUARE<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Win it big and walk home with a pot of gold. Cempaka Square has multiple floors of entertainment, from slot machine rooms, to KTV Suites and an in-house Fun Pub. Sing karaoke is a variety of rooms, able to accommodate small or bigger groups of people. Choose from the standard rooms or deluxe rooms for small groups, or opt for a Premier or Party Room great for parties and get-togethers.<\/p>\n

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For the avid sportsmen and women, there are outdoor facilities available for rent. SepakTakraw, Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton Court and a playground to keep the little ones entertained. Whether for the leisure, active or constant celebration of life, Cempaka Square a multitude of facilities.<\/p>\n

RELATED INFO<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\nTelephone<\/strong>\u00a0: +6088 718355 \/ 713343
\nFax<\/strong>\u00a0: +6088 715827
\nAddress<\/strong>\u00a0: Lot 1,2,3 and 4 Taman Hiburan, Phase 2A Mile 3.5, JalanPenampang Lama, 88200 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
\nOpening hours<\/strong>\u00a0: 10.00am – 2.00am \/ Daily<\/p>\n
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  • Hi tech KTV Karoaoke Lounge<\/li>\n
  • Cafe<\/li>\n
  • Games Room<\/li>\n
  • Dart Corner<\/li>\n
  • 9-Ball Pool Table<\/li>\n
  • Basketball Court<\/li>\n
  • Car Jockey<\/li>\n
  • Ample Car Parks<\/li>\n
  • Taxi Transportation<\/li>\n
  • 24 hour security surveillance<\/li>\n
  • ATM and major credit cards accepted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    TAMBUNAN GOLF CLUB (TNGC)<\/h2>\n

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    Not open exclusively for members-only, the facilities at TNGC are open for all. However, a membership does come with many perks such as better rates for all facilities. Once a member, or a frequent non-member, all facilities are available such as an extensive of your own home. The centre is located in the Bundusan Area for the convenience of members and guest who reside in the KK City Area. Enjoy the swimming pool and sauna after a long day at the office, then head to the bar and restaurant to work away at the happy hour offers till 9pm, where there’s a pool table, dart room, and game room for the children. Practice that back swing on their 9 hole chip 7 putt before heading to their 18 hole golf course in the Tambunan district on the weekend, just an hour drive from the Bundusan outlet. For corporate meeting or gathering, there is a conference room available for rent.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    RELATED INFO<\/div>\n
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    Telephone<\/strong>\u00a0: 088-722995<\/div>\n
    Fax<\/strong>\u00a0: 088-726605<\/div>\n
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    Address<\/strong>\u00a0: 6.5km, JalanBundusan, 88300 Penampang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
    \nOpening hours<\/strong>\u00a0: 10.00am – 2.00am \/ Daily<\/p>\n

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    • Sauna<\/li>\n
    • Pool Table<\/li>\n
    • Taxi Service<\/li>\n
    • Dart Corner<\/li>\n
    • Games Room<\/li>\n
    • 9 Holes Chip n Putt<\/li>\n
    • Conference Room for Rent<\/li>\n
    • 24 hour security surveillance<\/li>\n
    • ATM and major credit cards accepted<\/li>\n
    • Swimming Pool \/ Children Wading Pool<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      KK CITY WATER FRONT\u00a0 (TURI-CULTURAL entertainment\u00a0 Esplanade SEAFRONT)\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Situated @ Tun Fuad Stephen Road Within walking distance are the Le Meridien, Promenade and Hyatt Kinabalu hotels as well as a number of budget accommodations. along the beside famous wet market and handicraft market by the sea. here are the happening food and bar joint such as below list<\/p>\n

      INFINITY BAR * CLUB<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

      is one of Kota Kinabalu\u2019s famous existing club \/ pub \/ entertainment venues, located at easy-to-find Waterfront Kota Kinabalu and also popular because of the live music, music played by the DJ and the ample space. END LATE IN THE MORNING<\/p>\n

      Infinity is best known for they also serves a wide selection of speciality drinks with promotions always available.\u00a0 Visit the Best Entertainment Destination, the only best nightclub hotspot for party-goers which only can be found in Kota Kinabalu.\u201d city district. be safe while partying and dont drink and drive . police block is just\u00a0 500 meter away. fine if cought is RM10 000 ringgit with the new rulling.<\/p>\n

      Opening Hours: Mon-Thurs, Sun 10pm-1am \/ Fri-Sat Pb Holidays 10pm-2am .\u00a0 Famous city waterfront turi-cultural seafront<\/strong>. Tun Fuad stephen road, Kota Kinabalu<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Shamrock Irish bar<\/p>\n

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      Shamrock Irish Bar<\/h2>\n

      The first bar that feature different singing Bands everyday of the week . Offers good food and services despite the small outlet. the vibe is always happening here and great sunset by the kk city seafront fill with locals and tourist alike. there a whole row of restaurant and bar side by side each others.\u00a0 their all together\u00a0 located at turi-cultural kk city waterfront.<\/p>\n

      69 Bar @ Sutra Avenue<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      The new hub area for condo stay and shop below filll with restaurant and seafood joint, come a nigh bar on the 13 floor sea city view that serve as restaurant and Night clubbing scene.<\/p>\n

      \"D'Junction,Lido<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      D’JUNCTION,LIDO<\/h3>\n

      A whole building with pub, restaurants and private rooms. Located a lido, patronised mainly by elder working classes.<\/p>\n

      D’Junction Square, Jalan Penampang mile 4, 88000 Kota Kinabalu.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      SOULOUTED RESTOBAR AT IMAGO SHOPPING MALL\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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      Contemporary mix dining served with wines selected from the best and Beer and Western fusion mix local and indian food. One of the landmarks at shopping scene.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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