Ask any Singaporean traveler what they look forward to most when visiting Batam, and the answer will almost always be: cheap, fresh, and delicious seafood!
Compared to the prices back home, dining at a seafood restaurant in Batam feels like an absolute steal. To help you plan your culinary adventure, we have rounded up the top 5 must-visit seafood spots in Batam that offer the best view, freshness, and value for money.
1. Harbour Bay Seafood Restaurant (The Premium Waterfront Dining)
If you want to enjoy fresh crabs and prawns while watching the sunset with a view of the sea, Harbour Bay is the place to be. Located right next to the Harbour Bay Ferry Terminal, this area features multiple beachfront restaurants serving live seafood.
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- Must Try: Black Pepper Crab and Butter Prawns.
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- Best For: Travelers landing at Harbour Bay or those looking for a premium, clean dining ambiance.
2. Golden Prawn 933 & 555 (The Classic Tourist Favorite)
Golden Prawn is one of the oldest and most famous seafood establishments in Batam. Built on stilts over the water, this massive restaurant offers a traditional kelong-style dining experience.
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- Must Try: Steamed Gonggong (local sea snails) and Chilli Crab.
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- Best For: Large families, group tours, and those staying around the Bengkong area.
3. Rezeki Seafood Restaurant (The Authentic Kelong in Nongsa)
Located on the northeastern coast of Batam in Nongsa, Rezeki Seafood offers a more laid-back and local vibe. It is highly praised for its traditional recipes and incredibly fresh catches of the day.
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- Must Try: Garlic Butter Lobster and Deep-fried Calamari.
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- Best For: Visitors staying at Nongsa resorts or golfers looking for a hearty meal after a game.
4. Love Seafood Batam Center (Convenient & Delicious)
Don’t want to travel too far from the city center? Love Seafood has a very popular branch in Batam Center. It is clean, spacious, and serves a massive variety of live seafood at very competitive prices.
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- Must Try: Salted Egg Squid and Steamed Fish Hong Kong Style.
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- Best For: Shoppers spending their day around Mega Mall or Grand Batam Mall.
5. Kopak Jaya 007 Seafood (The Hidden Gem Near Barelang Bridge)
For the ultimate adventure, head south towards the iconic Barelang Bridge. Kopak Jaya 007 offers stunning views of the first Barelang Bridge and serves seafood caught fresh by local fishermen.
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- Must Try: Sweet and Sour Fish and Stir-fried Kang Kong.
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- Best For: Travelers doing a scenic road trip around Batam’s famous bridges.
The Best Way to Go on a Batam Food Hunt?
Most of these amazing seafood spots—especially the ones in Nongsa or near the Barelang Bridge—are located quite far apart from the main city center. Relying on point-to-point ride-hailing apps can become very expensive and time-consuming.
The smartest way to enjoy your Batam food hunt without transport stress is by booking a private van.
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At 3Brothers Van Rental, we provide spacious, fully air-conditioned vans with experienced local drivers who know exactly how to reach these hidden culinary gems safely and quickly.
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- Custom Food Itinerary: Just tell our driver where you want to eat, and we will take you there!
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- Spacious & Comfortable: Perfect for families or groups carrying shopping bags and full bellies.
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