Best Roti Canai in Kota Kinabalu

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Roti canai is without a doubt the simplest version among our wide array of national cuisine. It's made with flour, egg and water and done so in a very localised pancake-manner. Most people would just call it the Malaysian pancake. Goes great with curries and sambal as well. So without further ado, here is a list of the best roti canai in Kota Kinabalu.

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    Kedai Makanan IslamicPork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21Alco free 9fb1f2c65edc2c1eaf4e8b24402d108dd33cc2bc71f0fb0022a54c3c390a66c8

    Kedai Makanan Islamic is your everyday mamak with a good load of items available on the menu. However, one of the dish that stands out the most would be the roti canai. Not only is it one of our national pride, it is also the pride and soul of Kedai Makanan Islamic. They've been voted as one of the best places to have a simple but hearty plate of roti canai simply because it was done absolutely beautifully. Nicely crusted around the edge alongside curries that really packs in flavour. Oh, don't forget that teh tarik as well!


    Tips

    Mix curries are available. Ie, sambal in dhal.

    Things to expect

    A mamak.

    Best with

    Teh tarik, milo ais, teh o ais and many more.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM3.00

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    Kedai Makan Islamic Restoran - Centre Point View restaurant

    Centre Point Sabah, 1, Jalan Centre Point, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88000, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    088241471

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    08:00AM—10:00PM
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    Restaurant BTC is a casual and quick place to get your daily fix of local delights. From the humble roti canai to mee goreng, thosai to cendol, they have it all. Though, if you're looking for something a little bit more fancy, you might just disappoint yourself. For those who are into roti canai and its brethren (roti telur, roti bomb etc), then you're at the right place. Done quite nicely with good curries, Restaurant BTC can be set for consideration.

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A franchised mamak.

    Best with

    Teh tarik or milk coffee.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM3.00

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    Restoran BTC Lintas View restaurant

    AH150, 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88300, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    07:00AM—12:00AM
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    If you're looking for a comfortable dining place with aircond for your share of roti canai, then CS Curry House may be one of the best options. This free and easy place is great for those who are afraid of the heat, yet want to enjoy what mamak usually serves. Their version of the roti canai too isn't too bad, with enough bite to it alongside delicious curry, it's easy to see why everyone love coming here for lunch.

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A fairly comfortable place with good banana leaf rice and friendly service.

    Best with

    Teh tarik.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM3.00

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    CS Curry House View restaurant

    1, Jalan Mat. Salleh, Tanjung Aru, 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88200, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    088243027

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    10:00AM—11:00PM
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    Farvis Curry House is home to great nasi kandar and various other delectable dishes. One of which is the roti canai. With most of them done a little crispier than most, their version of the roti canai feels less guilty when you're having it for supper. After all, having one wouldn't make you full due to the thinness of it. The curry too is pretty good, but not mind-blowing.

    Tips

    Occasionally they have fresh coconut as well.

    Things to expect

    A mamak with both indoor and outdoor seating.

    Best with

    Teh tarik or 3-layer tea.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM2.00

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    Farvis Curry House View restaurant

    Jalan Tengah Padang, Kampung Tengah Padang, 88200 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88200, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    0109409735

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    12:00AM—12:00AM
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    Sri Latha Curry HousePork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21Alco free 9fb1f2c65edc2c1eaf4e8b24402d108dd33cc2bc71f0fb0022a54c3c390a66c8

    As the name suggests, Sri Latha Curry House is home to many great curries. They're aromatic, rich, flavourful and, occasionally spicy as well. Also, they are famed for their amazing fish head curry that is not only fresh, but is well balanced with different blend of spices as well. With that in hand, they also make one of the best roti canai available. It's crisp, chewy and undeniably delicious!

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A pretty up-classed mamak with awesome banana leaf rice nad fish head curry.

    Best with

    Teh tarik.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM5.00

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    Sri Latha Curry House (Kota Kinabalu) View restaurant

    26-35, Lorong Dua Puluh 4, Bandaran Berjaya, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88000, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    088253669

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    06:45AM—05:00PM
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    Nasi Kandar Anak Mami is incredibly famous for their nasi kandar, but do you know that their series of roti canai isn't that bad either? With good curries that works with almost all their roti, it's hard too see why it would go wrong. After all, their roti is absolutely delicious as they have enough fluff, crisp and texture with the option to crumple, served flat or simple have it natural. 

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A rather small place that is usually packed with people.

    Best with

    Teh tarik, teh halia, milo ais.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM3.00

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    Nasi Kandar Anak Mami View restaurant

    Jalan Bundusan, 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88000, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    07:00AM—10:00PM
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    Taj Curry HousePork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21Alco free 9fb1f2c65edc2c1eaf4e8b24402d108dd33cc2bc71f0fb0022a54c3c390a66c8

    Taj Curry House is your everyday mamak with a good variety and grasp on local favourites. One of their popular pick is definitely the humble roti canai. It is made with enough elasticity and crispiness that when dipped into a saucer of curry, it feels simply amazing. Despite it being so simple, it still is pretty comforting to dine here.

    Tips

    You can ask them to cut your roti in squares - making it easier to dip in curry.

    Things to expect

    A pretty clean mamak.

    Best with

    Fried chicken, rendang and teh tarik.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM3.00

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    Restoran Taj Curry House (Kota Kinabalu) View restaurant

    8, Lorong Maktab Gaya 4, Taman Maktab Gaya, 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88300, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    0168190876

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    12:00AM—12:00AM
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    It is without a doubt that Krishna Fish Head Curry is something to die for, but do you know that their roti canai too is pretty damn good as well? Like every other curry place, a good set of roti canai along with its various fillings should compliment it well. Much like Krishna's roti canai, it's nicely crisp on the outside with enough elasticity on the inside and works great with Krishna's set of curries.

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    Awesome fish head curry and banana leaf rice in a comfy setting.

    Best with

    Teh ais, teh tarik, bandung and many more.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM4.00

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    Krishna Fish Head Curry View restaurant

    Lorong Sinsuran 2, Sinsuran Kompleks, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 89500, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    088731111

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    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
    12:00PM—09:00PM
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    Sadong Indah and Catering is a fairly large place that is held at the corner of a shop-lot. There are plenty of things that are recommended to order but you should definitely give the roti canai a shot. After all, it's not exactly expensive. The dough of the roti canai is pretty good with several doneness to choose from - crumpled, chopped or normal. Their curry too has decent amount of flavour and spice that many would enjoy.

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A mamak.

    Best with

    Lemon tea, teh tarik or kopi o.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM3.00

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    Sadong Indah and Catering View restaurant

    9, Lorong Ikan Juara 4, Karamunsing, 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88300, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    12:00AM—12:00AM
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    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    Another mamak.

    Best with

    Limau ais, teh halia or juice.

    Price

    RM1.00 to RM3.00

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    Azlina Sulawesi View restaurant

    38, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88000, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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