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Balin Roof Garden Bar & Bistro

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458 reviews

#1 of 89 Restaurants in Sandakan

$$ - $$$, Italian, Bar, Pizza

Jalan Pelabuhan Lama | Nak Hotel, Level 8,Sandakan Town,, Sandakan 90000, Malaysia

606089272988

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Open Now:10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Ratings and reviews

4.0 458 reviews

#1 of 89 Restaurants in Sandakan, Malaysia

Certificate of Excellence2015, 2017 - 2018 Winner

RATINGS

Food

Service

Value

Atmosphere

Food and ambience

Italian, Bar, Pizza, European, Grill, Vegetarian Friendly

... fun and enjoyable gathering with family at Balin Roof Garden Bar & Bistro.... that the fish and chips for the kid...

Special Occasion Dining, Romantic, View, Bar Scene

Pleasant place to spend Christmas Eve Best rooftop bar/ restaurant in Sandakan

Location and contact

Jalan Pelabuhan Lama Nak Hotel, Level 8,Sandakan Town,, Sandakan 90000 Malaysia

Website

606089272988

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About

This little undiscovered gem is situated above the stalwart landmark of Nak Hotel, built in the 1960s. Once an engine room, The Bar & Alfresco dining area sprawl across an expansive open roof terrace. Sip your ice cold beer & cocktails to a 360 degrees unobstructed view of the waterfront & catch the chillout sunset sessions from 5.00pm onwards to take in the best of Sandakan from a different perspective. Balin Bar & Bistro serves hearty yet creative western meals with Vegetarian, Gluten-Free & Childfriendly options but not forgetting a great dessert menu for those late night cravings.

PRICE RANGE

US$8 - US$15

Special Diets

Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks

CUISINES

Italian, Bar, Pizza, European, Grill

FEATURES

Takeout, Highchairs Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards

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ohiowanderer

Columbus OH

675347

Reviewed 1 week ago

Try the Bees Knees

High above the Nak Hotel, the Balin is a bit hard to find. Just keep going up. You'll arrive at a lovely roof top bar and restaurant. We went for drinks and ended up staying for dinner. We tried their signature cocktail called Bees Knees....More

Date of visit: July 2018

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Jesper8609

Karlstad, Sweden

111

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

NO NO

We went there for a dinner. First we came to the place and it looks nice. We took a seat and I ordered a drink before food. Still not get it. Then I ordered a pizza taste is too sweet, my girlfriend ordered a seafood...More

Date of visit: February 2019

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CFEIII

Austin, Texas

1777350

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Great view at sunset time, a bit pricey, the food looks good

We didn't eat here so I can't really review the food. Easy to find if you just go to the Nak Hotel, take the elevator, and walk up the last couple flights of stairs. It is a really laid back bar area, great sunset views...More

Date of visit: January 2019

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Melcoe

Koh Phi Phi, Thailand

142

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Hard to find, but awesome view from the top. Pizza was amazing :)

Google maps kept sending us round in circles. Balin is on the very top of the Nak Hotel building, but there's no signage on street level. (Spoke with them about putting out a sign so tourists can find it more easily). Go into the lobby,...More

Date of visit: January 2019

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Karthini10

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

2818

Reviewed 8 January 2019 via mobile

Hidden gem in this quaint city

Recommend going all the way to the top (brave the narrow staircase) so that you get a gorgeous view of the city from the top. The ambience was lovely, very quiet, breezy and romantic. The menu was extensive- we ordered the smoked duck pizza with...More

Date of visit: January 2019

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Hamsa23

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Reviewed 27 December 2018

Relaxing and chilled out

We were in Sandakan for 4 days 3 nights, and this was actually the place which finally gave me the much needed breather and chilled out, relaxed experience. We pre-ordered the food before we went to the restaurant as it was Christmas. Food came almost...More

Date of visit: December 2018

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Soph8223

Sydney, Australia

154

Reviewed 18 November 2018 via mobile

Excellent place for dinner

We had excellent food including Woodfire pizza and seafood platter. The setting was beautiful with wicker chairs and roof fans. The staff were outstanding - always smiling and attentive. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting sandakan.

Date of visit: November 2018

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chocolateandwine

southern california

309

Reviewed 9 November 2018

Awesome views

Great spot with panoramic views of the city, waterfront and bay. Lots of cool seating options. Western menu, and food was good. Great cocktails and wine menu.

Date of visit: June 2018

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Meg5D

Coogee, Australia

4114

Reviewed 29 October 2018 via mobile

Top Spot - must visit in Sandakan

We had a beautiful sunset evening at Balin rooftop restaurant. It was relatively quiet being a Monday night, we arrived 15 mins before sunset and sipped our first cocktails (Tigerlily & lychee margarita) as the beautiful colours filtered the sky. The ambience was fresh but...More

Date of visit: October 2018

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Pravinan

Malaysia

Reviewed 29 October 2018 via mobile

Spiralled Stairway

One of the best highlights of my trip to Sandakan. Sipping the cocktails with a city-view at the rooftop was a pleasant experience- the Bees Knees and mojito were delicious! I also wish to commend the staffs for their attentiveness (always being ready to accomodate...More

Date of visit: October 2018

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