How much cheaper is seafood in JB compared to Singapore?

Fresh seafood dishes in JB cost roughly 40–60% less than comparable dishes in Singapore. A full seafood dinner for two with crabs, prawns, and vegetables typically costs MYR 150–300 (SGD 45–90).

What seafood dishes should I try in JB?

Butter prawns, chilli crab, steamed garoupa, salted egg squid, and live clams in spicy sauce are JB favourites. Many restaurants display live seafood for selection - ask the price per 100g before ordering.

Are JB seafood restaurants halal?

Many popular seafood restaurants in JB are Chinese-operated and non-halal. Halal seafood options exist but are fewer. Check for halal certification if required.

When is the best time to eat seafood in JB?

Evenings are peak dining time for seafood restaurants. Weekends fill up fast - book ahead or arrive before 7pm to avoid long waits at popular spots.

Seafood in Johor Bahru

JB's seafood restaurants serve fresh catches prepared in a variety of styles - butter prawns, chilli crab, salted egg, and grilled fish - at prices well below Singapore's seafood restaurants. Many popular spots are halal-certified.

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Seafood in Johor Bahru

Restoran Jepun Ikan Bakar Seafood★4.6 (3,195 reviews)JKR296, Jalan Petri, Kampung Tarum, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia2.3 km from JB CIQ
Senibong Bay Seafood Seafood★4.4 (4,328 reviews)Lot120714, Kampung Senibong, Permas Jaya, 81750 Masai, Johor, Malaysia6.1 km from JB CIQ
Restoran Abbu Bakar Seafood★4.5 (1,443 reviews)50, Jalan Tampoi, Tampoi New Village, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia7.5 km from JB CIQ
Krabi Seafood(Bandar Dato Onn) Seafood★4.5 (1,287 reviews)31, Jln Perjiranan 4/4, Bandar Dato Onn, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia11.4 km from JB CIQ
Crab Kee Restaurant 蟹记海鲜饭店 (Crest Austin) Seafood★4.7 (759 reviews)69, Jalan Jaya Putra 7/9, Taman JP Perdana, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia12.9 km from JB CIQ
Justs Seafood Restaurant Seafood★4.7 (607 reviews)33, Jalan Impian Emas 5/1, Taman Impian Emas, 81300 Skudai, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia12.5 km from JB CIQ
SANG Seafood Halal Restaurant Seafood★4.7 (579 reviews)29, Business Boulevard Central Park, Jln Aliff 6, Taman Damansara Aliff, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia7 km from JB CIQ
Restoran Bara Ikan Bakar (Pak Akob Kolam Pancing) Seafood★4.6 (545 reviews)13, Jln Persiaran Senibong, Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, 81750 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia6.1 km from JB CIQ
老渔夫海鲜汤 Old Fisherman Restaurant - Stulang, Johor Bahru Seafood★4.5 (409 reviews)Vantage Bay, 6376&9236, Jalan Ibrahim Sultan, Kampung Stulang Laut, 80350 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia1.6 km from JB CIQ
BANTIANYAO Grilled Fish 半天妖烤鱼（Zenith) Seafood★4.7 (257 reviews)01-08, ZENITH LIFESTYLE CENTRE, 82C, Jalan Trus, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80888 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia0.2 km from JB CIQ
Restoran Sulam Curry Fish Head Seafood★4.5 (308 reviews)51, Jalan Sulam, Taman Sentosa, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia3.4 km from JB CIQ
Everywhere Lobster Club Seafood★4.6 (247 reviews)01-02, 02-02, 08-02, The Harbour @ Austin Green, Lot 46115, Jalan Mutiara Emas Utama, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia10.1 km from JB CIQ
Chang Man Seafood Corner Seafood★4.5 (189 reviews)15, Jalan Kijang, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia2.6 km from JB CIQ
顺海海鲜餐馆 ( 海番村 ) Seafood★4.5 (140 reviews)Kampong telok, 81750 Kabong, Johor, Malaysia21.8 km from JB CIQ
SS Glamour Seafood Seafood★4.6 (74 reviews)Medan Selera Sri Stulang, Jalan Sri Stulang 1, Projek Perumahan, Jalan Sri Stulang, Projek Perumahan Rakyat, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia4.4 km from JB CIQ
Senibong Big Seafood Seafood★4.6 (5 reviews)81750 Masai, Johor, Malaysia5.7 km from JB CIQ

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