Food you must try Penampang
Wander through history, feast on local flavors, and find your perfect escape.
#1 Beef Ngiu Chap
A signature Sabahan beef noodle soup served with mixed beef cuts in a rich, clear broth and yellow noodles. This is a must-try comfort food for locals.
Penampang Ngiu Chap Restaurant, Donggongon.
#2 Hinava
A traditional Kadazan-Dusun dish made from fresh raw fish marinated with lime juice, ginger, chilli, and onions. It is refreshing, tangy, and full of local flavour.
Available at The Native Café, Penampang.
#4 Grilled & Shell-Out Seafood
Fresh prawns, crabs, squid, and clams cooked with sambal or butter sauces, perfect for sharing.
Available at Chef’s Catch Restaurant, Penampang.
#5 Sabahan Chicken Rice
Steamed chicken served with fragrant rice and light sauces, Sabah-style simple and filling.
Try it at A1 Chicken Rice. (ITCC Shopping mall)
#6 Traditional Local Kuih Pinjaram / Kuih UFO
Soft, slightly sweet traditional fried cake often found at local stalls and markets.
Best found at Penampang Tamu and local night markets.
#7 Fish Noodle Soup
Light and comforting noodle soup made with fresh fish slices and clear broth, popular among locals.
Available at Aliang Fish Noodle, Penampang.
#8 Tuhau
A traditional pickled wild ginger with a strong aroma and sour taste, usually eaten as a side dish with rice.
Commonly served at local restaurants and tamu (markets) in Penampang, including The Native Café.













