Nasi Lemak House by Raizu

It's nice to see a homegrown business expanding their empire to not just multiple franchises all over Malaysia, but also branching out to other (but similar) F&B businesses. That folks, is the case of this so-called Nasi Lemak House (to put it in simpler terms; Dojo> Pate Grill > Chicken Raizu> Nasi Lemak House). So if you have been to their other restaurants, then you will notice similar menu items within this place's main menu as well. We've tried out their Nasi Lemak Ayam Goreng Berempah & Sup Tulang and both were pretty good and tasty. Food came out pretty fast as well so that's a plus. Parking however can be a bit of a challenge given that they're located at the back side of Kubota Sentral (arguably the busiest row within the commercial area) & right next to Blu Sentral Hotel. 

** Current status - Still in business (as of Dec 2025)

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ZUS Coffee Tawau

Fine, I'll be the first to admit that I'm not exactly a big fan of ZUS Coffee. Tried their drinks a couple of times and nothing has won me over (thus far). I mean, their drinks were okay but a bit too light tasting and milky for my personal liking. BUT their ever growing variety of food selections were quite good. My personal faves are their Nasser's Nasi Lemak Ayam Rendang (yes, that Airasia meal) and Mushroom Melt Sandwich. 

Currently there are 3 ZUS Coffee outlets here in Tawau (that spawned almost at the same time. Coincidence? Maybe.. maybe not..). The one that my colleagues (whom are almost all ZUS enthusiasts) frequented is their T2 @ Apas outlet due to its prime hangout vibes and ample parking spaces. But I personally prefer the Kubota Sentral outlet since I like walking around the surrounding shops whenever I stayed at one of the hotels nearby (my go to place for some staycation). The least favoured one has got to be the Garden City outlet, mostly because of the impossible parking, as it is a very popular but also very small commercial area. 

** Current status - Still in business (as of Dec 2025) 

T2 @ Apas outlet (front area, on the same row as Starbucks & Richiamo Coffee) 

Kubota Sentral outlet (middle area, in front of a Boost Juice outlet) 

Garden City outlet (backside of the area, right next to Kopi Ping Cafe) 

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