Desaru is a coastal town in the Malaysian state of Johor that is well known for its fresh and delicious seafood. The town is located near the South China Sea, which provides an abundance of seafood such as fish, prawns, crabs, and squids. Located just a stone throw away from Singapore, many Singaporeans like to make the journey over the causeway to Desaru from Singapore, for a short getaway to rest and relax. There are many options such as private hire transport, taxi and limousine services, ferry services and bus service available to get from Singapore to Desaru, head over to our Ultimate Guide to get from Singapore to Desaru to find out more about the options available to get from Singapore to Desaru.
There are several seafood restaurants in Desaru that offer a wide range of dishes, including traditional Malay cuisine, Chinese cuisine, and international dishes. Some of the popular seafood dishes that you can try in Desaru include:
Located about 30-minutes drive away from Desaru, the Sungai Rengit fishing village is a gem to many seafood aficionados. With an abundant supply of fresh seafood caught daily, you can be assured of seafood so fresh that will leave you asking for more.
The Super Lobster Restaurant in Sungai Rengit is one of the most popular restaurants that locals and tourists go to for seafood when in Desaru.
A few of the crowd favorites at Super Lobster Restaurant include Lobster with Special Broth, Deep-fried Squid, Chili Crab and Grouper steamed ala-Hong Kong Style. They also offer many other non-seafood dishes that are must-orders, such as Salted Egg Chicken and Sizzling Tofu.
Restaurant details:
Address: 7, 9 & 11, 1 Jalan Jenahak, Kampung Sundai Rengit, 81620 Pengerang, Johor
Opening Hours: 11.00am to 10.00pm Daily
Contact: +60 166630690
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Next on our list is Jade Garden Seafood Corner, where you can be assured of getting amazingly prepared seafood of the freshest quality, all at very affordable prices.
One of the top reasons why crowds are drawn to Jade Garden Seafood Corner is due to their generous portions, regardless of which dish you order.
Some of the hot favourites at Jade Garden Seafood Corner includes their Australian Lobsters, and other fresh seafood dishes such as Crab, Shellfish, Squid, Oysters, so much more at very affordable prices
Restaurant details:
Address: Lot 4785, 1 Jalan Siakap, Kampung Sungai Rengit, 81620 Pengerang, Johor
Opening Hours: 11.00am to 3.00pm & 5.00pm to 10.00pm Tuesdays to Fridays
Contact: +60 78265460 / +60177945695
Nelayan Seafood is another crowd favorite that offers spacious and friendly dining experience with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Nelayan Seafood is located a short 5 minutes away from Bandar Penawar, so be sure to head over to Nelayan Seafood after your visit to Desaru Coast!
Top picks at Nelayan Seafood by the Coast includes Salted Egg Yolk Carb, King Prawns, Deep-fried Squids, Site-fried Scalops, and many more.
Restaurant details:
Address: Jalan Desaru, Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort (Desaru Coast, Bandar Penawar, 81930 Johor)
Opening Hours: 12.00pm to 3.00pm & 5.00pm to 11.00pm Daily
Contact: +60 78338803
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A stone throw away from Desaru Coast, Sengat Seafood Restaurant is our next highly recommended restaurant that offers a myriad of seafood and non-seafood dishes that is bound to leave you asking for more.
Top picks at Sengat Seafood Restaurant includes Nyonya Steam Fish, Thai-Style Fried Fish, Steam Fresh Squid, Butter Lobster, Chili Crab and the definitely must-try Sengat Special Noodle.
Restaurant details:
Address: No 58, Jalan Belanak, Teluk Sengat, Kota Tinggi 81900 Ayer Tawar, Johor
Opening Hours: 11.30am to 10.00pm Daily
Contact: +60 138897798 / +60 197915116
Situated in the Lotus Desaru Beach Resort, Rhu Seafood Restaurant is a definite must-visit especially if you are staying in Lotus Desaru Beach Resort.
Rhu Seafood Restaurant is well known for their Local and Thai fusion cuisine that are constantly trying out newer recipes with fusion of other cuisine such as Korean cuisine.
Another plus point of dining at Rhu Seafood Restaurant is that you get to take in the breathtaking view of Desaru coastal line, while enjoying your dinner.
Restaurant details:
Address: Lot 1854, Lotus Desaru Beach Resort & Spa (Jalan Desaru, Bandar Penawar 81930, Johor)
Opening Hours: 11.00am to 10.30pm Mondays to Thursday / 11.00am to 12.00am every other day
Contact: +60 78842800 / +60 122450881
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Located in the center of Desaru, Desaru Seafood Corner offers a wide selection of seafood delicacies.
Some must-orders here at Desaru Seafood Corner are Black Pepper Crab, Chili Crab, Salad Lobster, Pumpkin Lobster, Grilled Fish, and Scallops.
Restaurant details:
Address: 10-1, 9-01, 8-01, Jalan Semarak 1, Taman Desaru Utama, Bandar Penawar, 81930 Johor
Opening Hours: 11.00am to 10.00pm Daily
Contact: +60 78861137
One bonus entry to our list, 899 Good Restaurant is slightly different from the other recommendations in out list. 899 Good Restaurant is a local coffeeshop (or Kopitiam).
Do not be fooled by the exterior of 899 Good Restaurant, in fact they actually serve really good seafood dishes that does not pale in comparison to those served at big restaurants.
Restaurant details:
Address: Jalan Kempas 1, Taman Desaru Utama, 82200 Bandar Penawar, Johor
Contact: +60 78861977 / +60 197878668
