Baba Nyonya Heritage Dining

Authentic Baba Nyonya Dining in Kundasang

Discover home-cooked Peranakan flavours brought from Melaka to the cool highlands of Mesilau, near Mount Kinabalu. Every meal is prepared with care after your reservation is confirmed.

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Lemak Nenas Udang Baba Nyonya dish at Tranquera House Kundasang

From Melaka to Mesilau

A Family Heritage Served in the Highlands

Tranquera House was founded by a Baba Nyonya family with roots in Melaka and a home in Sabah. Our food carries the flavours, memories and family recipes passed from one generation to the next.

Here in Mesilau, Kundasang, we share those flavours through warm hospitality and carefully prepared heritage dishes. Dining with us is not simply about eating—it is about experiencing our family story.

Freshly Prepared by Reservation

Why Advance Pre-Order Is Required

We begin preparing your meal only after your order is confirmed—not when you arrive and not from food cooked earlier in the day. Advance reservation gives us time to source ingredients, prepare our rempah and cook each dish with the care authentic Baba Nyonya cuisine deserves.

Our Signature Flavours

Heritage Dishes Worth Travelling For

Our menu celebrates the sweet, savoury, spicy and aromatic flavours that make Baba Nyonya cuisine so distinctive.

Nyonya Laksa

Our signature bowl with an aromatic, creamy and gently spicy broth, prepared with our family's rempah and served warm in the cool Mesilau air.

Lemak Nenas Udang

Fresh prawns and pineapple cooked in a rich, fragrant coconut gravy—sweet, savoury and gently spicy in every spoonful.

Ayam Pongteh

A comforting heritage chicken dish slowly cooked with fermented bean paste, potatoes and warm savoury flavours.

Ayam Masak Buah Keluak

A distinctive Peranakan chicken dish slowly braised with buah keluak, creating deep, earthy and richly savoury flavours.

Gerang Asam Ikan Tenggiri

Ikan tenggiri gently cooked in a tangy, aromatic tamarind gravy with tomato and okra—a vibrant Peranakan favourite with a warming spicy finish.

Asam Rebus

Grandma's original family recipe, with ikan tenggiri, tomato and okra simmered in a light, comforting broth with a bright tamarind tang.

Udang Sambal Petai

Fresh prawns and petai tossed in a bold, fragrant sambal, bringing together savoury richness, gentle sweetness and a satisfying chilli heat.

Mee Goreng Sambal

Wok-fried noodles prepared with our house sambal and served with egg—a hearty, savoury favourite with a lively Peranakan-style kick.

Please note: Menu availability may vary because dishes are prepared according to ingredient availability and advance orders. Contact us before your visit to confirm the available dishes and reservation time.

Heritage Dining Above the Clouds

Enjoy the warmth of a family-run dining experience, surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere and cool mountain air of Mesilau, Kundasang. Tranquera House is located near Mount Kinabalu and the popular attractions of the Kundasang highlands.

Dining Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to make a dining reservation?

Yes. Our meals are available by advance reservation because preparation begins only after your order is confirmed.

Can walk-in guests order food?

Walk-in availability is not guaranteed. Contact us early so we can confirm the dishes and dining time available for your visit.

Is the food halal?

Our ingredients are halal, and we do not use pork, lard, cooking wine or alcohol in our cooking.

Where is Tranquera House located?

We are located in Mesilau, Kundasang, Sabah, close to Mount Kinabalu and popular highland attractions.

Can non-hotel guests dine at Tranquera House?

Yes. Non-staying guests are welcome when dining is reserved and confirmed in advance.

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Tell us your preferred date, number of guests and dishes. Our team will confirm availability and help plan your meal before you arrive.

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