Razz-Ma-Tazz
Just outside the central business district along jl. tuaran, it is one of the largest and most popular nightclubs in the city. features two rooms, the larger one, z'razz, features a live band rotated with dj spinning mainly hip-hop tracks. the smaller room, zuave, plays mainly house, trance, and other dance tracks.
Cock & Bull Bistro
(http://www.cocknbullbistro.com), winner of best entertainment outlet awards for night spot experience 3 times in a row 2005, 2007, 2009. located on the waterfront facing the south china sea with cool sea breezes and a beautiful view of the sunset. featuring a live band, 2 projector screens and an american pool table.
Shenanigan Fun Pub
Located at ground floor of the kinabalu hyatt regency.
Shamrock Irish Bar
The waterfront lot 6. pint of tiger or guinness rm20+. the usual irish fare, with outdoor seating. add 16% tax.
Cocoon Restaurant & Bar
One of kota kinabalu's most notable nightspots. it is a relaxed bar in the day and a lively bar/club by night, with the action carrying on into the small hours.
Firefly
Bar & grill, live band in kota kinabalu times square. hot place to hang out, dance and chill.
Strawberry KTV
Segama and central market.
Bed
Located on the promenade near the night markets. one room with a cover band, pool table and dj.
Bee Kim KTV
Sadong jaya around karamunsing area.
Pirates Bar
(http://piratesofborneo.com), located in asia city in the 3 colour t food court accross the road from centrepoint behind the mercedes benz dealer. features the largest outdoor bar in kota kinabalu with prices from rm 25+ for 5 cans of house beer. live sport including afl, nrl, rugby, cricket. live music at weekends