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Veggie Time, Imago, Kota Kinabalu: What to eat and visitor guide

A vegetarian restaurant on Level 2 of Imago Shopping Mall at KK Times Square, serving local, Western and Thai-inspired dishes with many mock-meat options and brown rice.

Level 2, Imago Shopping Mall, KK Times SquareVegetarian mall cafe₹₹

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The short answer

Veggie Time, Imago: what visitors should know first

Worth a stop if you are at Imago or staying near KK Times Square and want a meat-free meal with familiar flavours. Open daily from 11am to 9pm per a directory listing; confirm first.

Useful facts

Veggie Time, Imago facts at a glance

Location
Unit 2-42, Level 2, Imago Shopping Mall, KK Times Square
Dining style
Casual vegetarian restaurant
Hours (listed)
11am-9pm daily; verify
Menu
Local, Western and Thai-inspired; many mock-meat dishes
Diet
Vegetarian; egg and onion-garlic use not stated

Why it matters

Why Veggie Time, Imago is worth your time

Mock-meat dishes are a common feature of Malaysian vegetarian cooking, and a restaurant built around them gives vegetarian families a way to share a table with relatives who eat meat elsewhere. The Thai-inspired and Western items make it easier for mixed groups to agree on a meal.

For travellers from India, the real value is predictability: a fully vegetarian kitchen in a mall that is easy to reach and easy to leave, with air conditioning during the hot part of the day.

Highlights

What not to miss

  1. 01

    Mock-meat choices

    Many mock-meat dishes are listed, alongside local and Thai-inspired plates.

  2. 02

    Brown rice

    Brown rice is available per the listing.

  3. 03

    Mall comfort

    Air-conditioned, with lifts and seating nearby.

Plan your visit

How to experience it

Take the lift to Level 2 and look for unit 2-42. The menu is described as local, Western and Thai-inspired with many mock-meat options, so there is something for people who want a familiar-looking plate and for children who are fussy about vegetables.

The restaurant is vegetarian, but the page I opened does not say whether it avoids egg or onion and garlic, so ask when you order if your family follows stricter rules. Brown rice is available, which is useful for travellers watching their diet.

Imago sits by the coast road south of the centre, so go by taxi or ride-hailing car and plan a return the same way. After the meal there is shopping, a coffee and plenty of seating inside the mall.

Plan with confidence

Small checks that make a better meal.

  • Take a taxi or ride-hailing car to Imago
  • Confirm hours, especially on holidays
  • Ask about egg and onion-garlic if you follow stricter rules
  • Use the mall lifts to reach Level 2

Know before you go

Timing, access and comfort

Area
Level 2, Imago Shopping Mall, KK Times Square
Time needed
45 to 75 minutes
Best time
Lunch or early dinner
Walking level
Easy
Senior comfort
An air-conditioned mall setting with lifts, even floors and nearby toilets. Imago is large, so ask the mall directory for the quickest route to Level 2 and avoid weekend evenings if crowds tire you.
Tickets and access
No booking is normally needed for small groups. Listed hours are 11am to 9pm daily; check the mall site or call, as mall opening times change on holidays.

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Plan the practical part

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Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.

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Travelling with parents?

An air-conditioned mall setting with lifts, even floors and nearby toilets. Imago is large, so ask the mall directory for the quickest route to Level 2 and avoid weekend evenings if crowds tire you.

Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.

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FAQs

Is Veggie Time vegetarian?

Yes, it is listed as a vegetarian restaurant. Ask about egg and onion-garlic if needed.

Where is it?

On Level 2 of Imago Shopping Mall, KK Times Square, unit 2-42 per the listing.

Is it open daily?

The listing shows 11am to 9pm daily; confirm before travelling.

Sources and further reading

Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.

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