Johor Bahru sits right on the water, so it is no surprise that seafood is one of the things the city does best. Fresh crab, tiger prawns, steamed grouper, buttery lala clams and smoky charcoal-grilled fish turn up on tables from Stulang Laut to Danga Bay, and locals have their fiercely defended favourites for good reason. Whether you are crossing the Causeway for a weekend feast or you live here and want a fresh spot to try, the choice can be overwhelming once you start looking.
So we did the homework for you. Every restaurant on this list holds a Google rating of 4.0 or higher from real diners, is still open for business, and sits within Johor Bahru itself rather than the towns further out. We then ranked them by how many reviews each place has earned, so the spots that JB has voted for most sit at the top. From live-tank Cantonese kitchens to Malay ikan bakar joints that only fire up at night, here are the 10 best places for seafood in Johor Bahru.
Where to Find the Best Seafood in Johor Bahru
JB spreads its seafood love across a few well-known pockets. Stulang Laut, near the coast, is the old-school zone where big Chinese seafood halls have run for decades and the tanks are stacked with live catch. Taman Sentosa is the all-rounder, home to long-standing names for both fish-head soup and full banquet spreads. Over on the west side, Taman Bukit Indah has newer crab specialists that pull in the Singapore crowd, while Danga Bay offers a waterfront setting for a bigger celebration. For a smoky, late-night bite, the ikan bakar stalls around Jalan Petri and Taman Century keep going well past midnight.
Live Tanks or Charcoal Grill: Which Seafood Style to Pick
Seafood in JB really splits into two camps. The Chinese restaurants build their menus around live-tank freshness and wok skill, so you point at a crab or a fish and it comes back as chilli crab, salted-egg prawns, or a clean steamed dish with ginger and soy. The Malay-style ikan bakar spots take the opposite route, grilling stingray, sotong and fish over charcoal with sambal until the edges char. Neither is better, they just suit different moods. Go live-tank for a proper sit-down banquet with a group, and ikan bakar when you want casual, smoky and cheap. We have flagged which is which below.
Table of Contents
- 1. Restoran Jepun Ikan Bakar
- 2. Hai Kah Lang JB Sentosa Seafood Soup Noodle
- 3. Modern Fishing Restaurant
- 4. Restoran Woon Kiang
- 5. The Fish Man (大漢烤魚)
- 6. Yi Jia Seafood Restaurant
- 7. Restoran Pekin
- 8. Teck Sing Restaurant
- 9. Ong Shun Seafood Restaurant
- 10. Grand Bayview Seafood Restaurant
1. Restoran Jepun Ikan Bakar
The most talked-about seafood spot in JB is not a fancy hall at all, it is this bustling charcoal ikan bakar joint off Jalan Petri. Nights only, packed by 8pm, and the smell of grilling fish hits you before you even sit down. The stingray with sambal is the order everyone comes for, along with grilled sotong, lala clams in a punchy broth, and cockles for the table. It is Malay-style, wallet-friendly and gloriously no-frills, with plastic stools and quick service. Come with a group, order more than you think you need, and do not wear your best shirt. This is JB street seafood at its most honest.
Operating Hours: Tue–Sun 1:00 pm – 12:00 am; Mon closed
Address: JKR296, Jalan Petri, Kampung Tarum, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 018-781 1408
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2. Hai Kah Lang JB Sentosa Seafood Soup Noodle
If your idea of good seafood is a steaming bowl rather than a banquet, Hai Kah Lang in Taman Sentosa is the JB institution to know. This is the home of seafood soup noodle, a milky, deeply savoury broth loaded with fresh prawns, fish slices, clams and crab, built up over hours until it tastes like the sea in the best way. You can go for the classic clear version or the creamy one, add fried fish for extra crunch, and the portions are generous. It opens early and runs late on weekends, making it as good for breakfast as it is for a comforting supper. Come solo or bring the family.
Operating Hours: Sun–Thu 8:00 am – 9:30 pm; Fri–Sat 8:00 am – 11:30 pm
Address: 173, Jalan Sutera, Taman Sentosa, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 011-1651 9813
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3. Modern Fishing Restaurant
A Stulang Laut stalwart, Modern Fishing Restaurant is where JB families have gone for a proper Chinese seafood dinner for years. The tanks out front hold the day’s live catch, and the kitchen knows exactly what to do with it, whether that is steamed fish in soy, crab in a rich sauce, or prawns done sweet and spicy. Portions are built for sharing, the round tables suit big groups, and the whole place hums with a lively, old-Johor energy on weekends. It runs late into the night, so it doubles as a supper spot for those cravings that hit after 10pm. Reliable, generous and unfussy.
Operating Hours: Sun–Thu 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm; Fri–Sat 1:00 pm – 12:00 am
Address: Jalan Stulang Laut 1, Taman Stulang Laut, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 012-782 5523
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4. Restoran Woon Kiang
Woon Kiang is the answer to a very JB question: where do you eat good seafood after midnight? This Stulang zi char kitchen only opens in the evening and keeps the woks firing until the small hours, which makes it a legend among night owls and shift workers. The menu is classic Cantonese-style seafood done well, from crab and prawns to a punchy plate of fried noodles, and the pricing stays fair for the quality. It is loud, busy and unpretentious, the kind of place where you rock up with a big group, order too much, and stay far too long. Perfect for a late feast.
Operating Hours: Daily 5:00 pm – 2:30 am
Address: SH-G-06, Taman Impian Stulang, Jalan Pandan, Taman Stulang Laut, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 07-220 0310
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5. The Fish Man (大漢烤魚)
The Fish Man in Taman Pelangi has built a big following by doing one thing exceptionally well: Chinese-style grilled fish. You pick your fish and your sauce, and it arrives sizzling on a hotplate over a bed of vegetables, spices and chilli oil that keeps bubbling at the table. The mala and pickled-chilli versions are the crowd favourites, with a heat that creeps up on you in the best way. It opens in the late afternoon and stays lively past midnight, drawing a younger, buzzier crowd than the traditional halls. Bring rice, bring friends, and order a couple of cold drinks to cut through the spice. Great for a fun, no-fuss night out.
Operating Hours: Mon–Fri 4:00 pm – 1:00 am; Sat–Sun 12:00 pm – 1:00 am
Address: 23, Jalan Kuning 2, Taman Pelangi, 80400 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 011-6349 1491
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6. Yi Jia Seafood Restaurant
Over in Taman Bukit Indah on the west side of JB, Yi Jia has become a go-to for crab lovers, including plenty who drive over from Singapore. The kitchen turns out the full range of live seafood, but the crab dishes are the headline, whether you like them in a sticky sweet-and-spicy sauce, salted egg, or a fragrant claypot. Prawns, clams and steamed fish round out a spread that is easy to build for a big table. The setting is casual and roomy, service is quick even when it fills up, and it opens through the afternoon so you are not tied to dinner hours. A solid all-day pick for a west-side seafood fix.
Operating Hours: Daily 12:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Address: 21 & 23, Jalan Indah 25/1, Taman Bukit Indah 2, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 012-740 7822
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7. Restoran Pekin
A Taman Sentosa name that has been feeding JB for generations, Restoran Pekin is the place for a proper sit-down Chinese seafood dinner. It leans a touch more polished than the coastal halls, with a menu that runs from live crab and prawns to roast meats and banquet staples, which makes it a favourite for family celebrations and business meals. The steamed fish is beautifully done, and the crab in salted egg or superior stock is worth the order. Air-conditioned comfort, attentive service and consistent cooking are what keep regulars loyal here. Book ahead for weekends and big groups, because the private rooms fill up fast during festive season.
Operating Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 10:30 pm
Address: 38, Jalan Baldu 5, Taman Sentosa, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 07-333 2928
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8. Teck Sing Restaurant
Also in Taman Sentosa, Teck Sing is the daytime seafood specialist, opening for lunch and running through to early evening rather than into the night. That schedule makes it the pick for a relaxed weekend lunch with the family, and its long history in JB shows in the assured, no-shortcuts cooking. The signatures lean towards classic Cantonese seafood, with crab, prawns and steamed fish handled with care, plus a few home-style dishes that regulars order on repeat. It is comfortable and well run without being flashy, the sort of dependable neighbourhood restaurant that quietly earns its reputation over decades. Get there for an early lunch to avoid the weekend queue.
Operating Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 8:30 pm
Address: 3 & 5, Jalan Sutera 1, Taman Sentosa, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 07-334 7025
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9. Ong Shun Seafood Restaurant
Tucked into Kampung Bahru, Ong Shun is a long-running seafood restaurant that trades on freshness and value rather than frills. It opens in the afternoon and keeps going till midnight, so it works for both an unhurried dinner and a late supper. Expect the familiar cast of live crab, prawns, clams and steamed fish, cooked with a steady hand and priced so you can order generously without wincing at the bill. The vibe is casual and local, the kind of spot where the regulars know the staff and the staff know the regulars. Closed on Mondays, so plan your visit for the rest of the week. A dependable choice for honest, no-fuss JB seafood.
Operating Hours: Tue–Sun 1:00 pm – 12:00 am; Mon closed
Address: 67, Jalan Abdul Samad, Kampung Bahru, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 07-223 8953
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10. Grand Bayview Seafood Restaurant
Rounding out the list, Grand Bayview at Danga Bay is the one to book when the meal is an occasion. Its waterfront location and large, banquet-ready dining room make it a natural fit for wedding dinners, big family gatherings and festive reunions, and it can plate up a full multi-course seafood spread without breaking stride. The live seafood is the draw, with crab, prawns and steamed fish done in the grand old Cantonese banquet style, alongside the roast meats and set menus you want for a celebration. It is more of a destination than a casual drop-in, so come with a crowd and an appetite. A dressed-up finish to JB’s seafood scene.
Operating Hours: Daily 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
Address: Lot PTD 21349, Batu 3 1/2, Lebuhraya Skudai, Danga Bay, 80200 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: 07-226 1688
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Johor Bahru rewards seafood lovers with real range, and the right pick comes down to the night you are planning. For casual, smoky and cheap, the charcoal grill at Restoran Jepun Ikan Bakar is hard to beat, while Hai Kah Lang is the move when you want everything in one comforting bowl. For a classic live-tank banquet with a big group, the Stulang halls like Modern Fishing and Woon Kiang deliver, and Grand Bayview steps it up for a proper celebration. Crab hunters should point their cars towards Yi Jia in Bukit Indah, and the Taman Sentosa names rarely miss for a family dinner.
Opening hours and prices do shift, especially around festive season, so a quick call before you set off is always worth it. Now round up the crew, pick your spot, and make a proper seafood weekend of it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there halal seafood in Johor Bahru?
Yes. The Malay-style ikan bakar spots, such as Restoran Jepun Ikan Bakar off Jalan Petri, are typically Muslim-friendly and a good starting point. Most of the Chinese live-tank seafood restaurants on this list are non-halal, so if halal matters to your table, always confirm the latest certification with the restaurant before you go rather than assuming.
Which Johor Bahru seafood restaurant is best for a big group or family celebration?
For a large celebration, Grand Bayview at Danga Bay and Restoran Pekin in Taman Sentosa are built for banquet-style dining with round tables and set menus. For a livelier, more casual big-group feast, the Stulang halls like Modern Fishing Restaurant and Restoran Woon Kiang handle crowds well and stay open late.
Do I need to make a reservation for seafood in JB?
For weekends, festive periods and larger groups, yes. Popular sit-down restaurants such as Restoran Pekin and Grand Bayview fill up fast, and a quick call ahead secures a table and saves you a wait. Casual ikan bakar and supper spots are usually walk-in, but expect a queue during peak hours.
What seafood dishes should I order in Johor Bahru?
Start with the JB classics: chilli or salted-egg crab, butter or cereal prawns, and a whole steamed fish with ginger and soy at the Chinese restaurants. At the ikan bakar spots, go for grilled stingray with sambal, charcoal sotong and lala clams. A seafood soup noodle at Hai Kah Lang is also a must-try if you prefer something in a bowl.
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