Why we built de.chef

Back in my high school days, I noticed something — for my Malay friends, finding a beautiful place with the right atmosphere to celebrate birthdays, festivals, or special moments was never easy.

That was when an idea began to take root in my heart: What if there was a restaurant that brought together a refined setting, delicious food, and warm memories? A place where, whether it's a birthday, Hari Raya, or a simple gathering with family and friends, everyone could celebrate in style.

And so, de.chef dining was born. We insist on using quality ingredients, yet keeping our prices affordable. Because we believe that good food and beautiful moments shouldn't be a privilege for only a few — they should be part of everyone's everyday happiness.

Here, you're not just having a meal. You're creating warm memories that will stay with you for years to come.

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Founder, de.chef dining
Inside de.chef dining: bright tables set for a group

Our journey

  1. Sep 2023 Sibu opens Doors open on 15 September at Lorong Tunku Abdul Rahman.
  2. Jun 2024 Miri opens Our second home at Times Square, Marina Parkcity, opens 28 June.
  3. Feb 2025 ASEAN award Best Malaysian & Western Fusion Restaurant Award 2025 (East Malaysia), presented in Kuala Lumpur on 27 February.
Certificate and trophy of the ASEAN Food & Travel Awards 2025
Certificate and trophy, ASEAN Food & Travel Awards 2025.
ASEAN Food & Travel Awards 2025

Best Malaysian & Western Fusion Restaurant

East Malaysia · ASEAN Food & Travel Magazine · Kuala Lumpur, 27.02.2025

Hi de.chef Sibu! I'd like to reserve a table for 4 on [date] at 19:00.