Cover The best fine dining restaurants to visit in Johor Bahru (Photo: Facebook / Binchotan JB)
The best fine dining restaurants to visit in Johor Bahru (Photo: Facebook / Binchotan JB)
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From premium Japanese omakase to exclusive private dining concepts, here are some of the best fine dining restaurants to visit in Johor Bahru
When you think of fine dining in Malaysia, Johor Bahru is not typically the first place that likely comes to mind. After all, most of us tend to cross the causeway for the fresh seafood, stellar hawker fare and hipster cafes (of which there are many) instead. That said, the fine dining scene is just as rich and imaginative with a multitude of international fare, omakase menus, the freshest produce and the most glamourous experiences.
If you are a foodie looking to really explore all that Johor Bahru has to offer, you have to check out these fine dining establishments we have found across the causeway.
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1. Kamii Omakase Eco Palladium
Above Premium ingredients are in the spotlight at this omakase restaurant (Photo: Kamii Eco Palladium)
Premium ingredients are in the spotlight at this omakase restaurant (Photo: Kamii Eco Palladium)
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Premium ingredients are in the spotlight at this omakase restaurant. Various omakase experiences are available, with each featuring beautiful cuts of sashimi, cooked dishes and more. Opt for the Kamii Creative Omakase and indulge in seasonal sashimi, Japanese A5 Wagyu beef and its Treasure rice bowl. The latter features generous portions of Wagyu, uni, ikura, foie gras and truffle on a bed of fluffy Japanese rice.
Kamii Omakase Eco Palladium
Address: 02-17, Block A, Pusat Perdagangan Ekoflora, Jln Ekoflora 7/3, Taman Ekoflora, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
2. Mervyn Pee Private Dining
Above This private dining experience by chef Mervyn Pee is set in his charming home dining studio (Photo: Instagram / @Mervynpee_privatedining)
This private dining experience by chef Mervyn Pee is set in his charming home dining studio (Photo: Instagram / @Mervynpee_privatedining)
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This private dining experience by chef Mervyn Pee is set in his charming home dining studio. Here, get to dig into a specially curated menu that features the season’s best. While the menu changes every three to four months, anticipate hearty dishes like spinach gnocchi, green tea noodles with unagi and chawanmushi bade from chrysanthemum and bonito dashi.
Mervyn Pee Private Dining
Address: Century Garden, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
3. Shin Mura Wagyu Robata
Above Visit Shin Mura Wagyu Robata for a decadent Japanese yakinuku meal (Photo: Facebook / Shin Mura Wagyu Robata)
Visit Shin Mura Wagyu Robata for a decadent Japanese yakinuku meal (Photo: Facebook / Shin Mura Wagyu Robata)
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Visit Shin Mura Wagyu Robata for a decadent Japanese yakinuku meal. The restaurant uses homemade yakiniku sauce that’s made from a blend of two artisanal Japanese soy sauces obtained from various prefectures in Tokyo. A special mix of herbs and spices is added to this umami-rich base. On top of beautifully marbled Miyazaki A5 Wagyu beef, you’ll also find Hokkaido oysters, truffle croquette and spicy beef tripe on its extensive menu. Complement these dishes with its Wagyu claypot rice, topped with rich foie gras, ikura and sweet bean.
Shin Mura Wagyu Robata
Address: Malaysia, 12, Jalan Tun Abdul Razak (Susur 4), Larkin, 80200 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
4. Binchotan JB
You absolutely cannot go wrong when you are visiting a restaurant on Tatler Dining Malaysia’s Top 20 Restaurants 2022 list and Binchotan JB is no exception. The restaurant, which seats only 12 people at a time, serves up a variety of omakase menus featuring premium ingredients, creative combinations and intricate plating. Some of its stand-out dishes include its deep-fried French Squab, its premium handrolls and its fresh toro which is served with a punchy anchovy sauce and tomato salsa.
Binchotan JB
Address: 5 Jalan Kuning 2, Taman Pelangi, (80400), +60 7336 4918
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5. Sushi Shin JB
Sushi Shin JB, a Japanese omakase restaurant in Johor Bahru, is one of the finest sushi restaurants in the city with menus that utilise the season’s finest ingredients. While the menu is consistently changing, you will find fresh sashimi, nigiri sushi, mochi, sorbets and more.
Some highlights include its creamy uni served in an urchin shell, shirako (cod milt) wrapped with hirame (olive flounder) and served with a smooth yuzu soy jelly and more.
Sushi Shin JB
Address: 55 Jalan Keris 1, Taman Sri Tebrau (80050)
Amanda Goh was the former senior writer for Tatler Singapore.
