🦐Sarawak Laksa

#9 Sarawak Laksa in Malaysia · 2026

King Laksa

🌶️🌶️🌶️ Berbaloi · Worth the Detour

🐖 Non-halalRM9–RM18

One of the busiest laksa counters on the Pending side of town, with well over a thousand Google reviews behind it. The broth is rich and fairly spicy, and the portions are hearty. It's a reliable pick if you're nowhere near the old town.

What to order
Sarawak laksa with prawns, chicken strips and omelette
Address
Ground Floor, Block A, Icom Square, Jalan Pending, 93450 Kuching, Sarawak
Area
Icom Square, Jalan Pending, Kuching, Sarawak
Hours
Morning to early afternoon (check before you go)
Price
RM9–RM18 per person
Halal status
🐖 Non-halal
🧭 Directions

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