Penang's Food & Travel Guide

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Beyond the Tourist Trail: Discover Penang's best food like a local. Your local guide for must-eat dishes, hidden hawker gems, and unmissable attractions you won't find in ordinary guidebooks.

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83 Dishes

3300+ Places to Eat

540+ Attractions

Culinary Excellence

Must-Try Penang Dishes

Authentic flavors that define the soul of Penang's legendary food heritage

Must Try

Brown Sugar Bun

A steamed bun made with brown sugar infused dough, sometimes with a molten brown sugar filling.

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Popular

Nutmeg Juice

Favorite

BoBo Cha Cha

Must Try

Soursop Juice

A fruit juice made from the pulp of the soursop fruit.

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Must Try

Nyonya Laksa

Noodles served in a rich, spicy coconut milk-based curry broth.

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Must Try

Lemongrass Juice

A refreshing beverage made by boiling lemongrass stalks, often served chilled.

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Tau Fu Fah

A dessert of very soft silken tofu served with a sweet syrup.

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Dining Destinations

Featured Places To Eat

From hawker centers to fine dining, discover Penang's diverse culinary landscape

Hawker stall

Rojak Taste of 1977

This hawker stall is known for its Rojak, with a name that suggests a long-standing, traditional rec...

Cafe

NEST Cafe - Penang

NEST Cafe is a contemporary cafe and social hub located within the Anson Cube building on Jalan Anso...

Malaysian restaurant

RUMAH LONTONG@IRVING ROAD

This Malaysian restaurant specializes in Lontong, a dish of compressed rice cakes in a savory coconu...

Chinese restaurant

First Famous Federal Restaurant

First Famous Federal Restaurant is a long-standing Chinese restaurant located in a heritage building...

Hawker stall

Kean Boon Lam Mee

Kean Boon Lam Mee is a humble hawker stall located near Chowrasta Market, renowned for serving a tra...

Thai restaurant

Tasty Bake Thai Vegetarian Cafe & Bakery

Tasty Bake is a unique establishment on Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling that combines a Thai vegetarian ...

Coffee shop

ZUS Coffee - Komtar Walk

ZUS Coffee at Komtar Walk is a branch of the prominent Malaysian specialty coffee chain, located at ...

Dessert shop

Che Haha Bingsu Dessert & Western Georgetown

Che Haha is a boutique dessert and dining venue located on Jalan Sungai Ujong in George Town. It spe...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Tourist attraction

KADI Resort Ibadurrahman

KADI Resort Ibadurrahman is a resort located in a peaceful, rural setting in Tasek Gelugor on the m...

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Tourist attraction

Stesen Bukit Bendera Pulau Pinang

Stesen Bukit Bendera Pulau Pinang, or the Penang Hill Lower Station, is the bustling starting point...

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Tourist attraction

Graffiti Lorong

"Graffiti Lorong" simply means "Graffiti Lane" in Malay. A lane in George Town that has become an i...

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Tourist attraction

Simpah Kuan Im Teng (Raja Uda)

Simpah Kuan Im Teng is a highly-rated Chinese temple located in Butterworth, Penang. As its name su...

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Water park

Bertam Resort & Water Park Penang

Bertam Resort & Water Park is a luxury integrated resort destination located in Kepala Batas, Sebera...

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What's Happening

Penang Events

Stay updated with the latest festivals, exhibitions, and cultural celebrations

10 Oct 2026

Asia Youth International Model United Nations (AYIMUN) Penang Chapter

Asia Youth International Model United Nations (AYIMUN) Penang Chapter on 10 Oct 2026 at Mercure Beach Penang,.

16 Oct 2026

23rd Penang Dental Congress

23rd Penang Dental Congress on 16 Oct 2026 at Setia SPICE Convention Centre,.

28 Oct 2026

9th International Conference on Recent Advances in Materials, Minerals, & Environment 2026 (RAMM2026)

9th International Conference on Recent Advances in Materials, Minerals, & Environment 2026 (RAMM2026) on 28 Oct 2026 at ...

08 Nov 2026

Deepavali

Deepavali on 8 November 2026.

19 Nov 2026

30th Congress of the Asia Pacific Society of Respirology (APSR) 2026

30th Congress of the Asia Pacific Society of Respirology (APSR) 2026 on 19 Nov 2026 at Setia SPICE Convention Centre,.

21 Nov 2026 - 22 Nov 2026

The Fam Weekend

The Fam Weekend is our way of saying thank you to everyone who’s been part of the Spice Fam journey (Spice Gardens mem...

25 Nov 2026

13th Malaysian Arthroscopy Society (MAS) Annual Scientific Meeting 2026 & 14th Annual Meeting of ASEAN Society for Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy 2026 (13th MAS ASM 2026 & 14th ASSA 2026)

13th Malaysian Arthroscopy Society (MAS) Annual Scientific Meeting 2026 & 14th Annual Meeting of ASEAN Society for Sport...

27 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta 2026

Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta 2026 on 27-29 November 2026.

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Limited Time Offers

Best Deals in Penang

Exclusive promotions and special offers to make your Penang experience even better

Limited Offer

Seminar Package by Iconic Hotel

Seminar Package by Iconic Hotel | Validity: Now until 31st Dec 2026 | Tel: +604 505 9988

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Bubbly Roasts Made to Share, Made for Sundays by Penang Marriot Hotel

Bubbly Roasts Made to Share, Made for Sundays by Penang Marriot Hotel | Validity: Every Sunday | 12:...

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Catch 'n' Curve Buffet Dinner by Iconic Hotel

Catch 'n' Curve Buffet Dinner by Iconic Hotel | Validity: Now until 31st Dec 2026 | Tel: +604 505 99...

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Penang Kia Day 30% Off Entrance Tickets to Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Penang Kia Day 30% Off Entrance Tickets to Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm | Validity: 1 Jan- 31 De...

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Assaggio d'Autore by Penang Marriot Hotel

Assaggio d'Autore by Penang Marriot Hotel | Validity: 6:30pm - 11:30pm | Tel: +012 881 5766

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Pirates of the Andaman A Seafood Buffet Adventure by Penang Marriot Hotel

Pirates of the Andaman A Seafood Buffet Adventure by Penang Marriot Hotel | Validity: Every Friday &...

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Penangites Special Promo by Ghost Museum Penang

Penangites Special Promo by Ghost Museum Penang | Validity: 1 July 2026 - 31 December 2026 | Tel: 04...

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Hi-Tea Set by DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang

Hi-Tea Set by DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang | Validity: 1 July 2026 – 1 July 2027 | Tel: 012-...

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Experience The Local Markets

Penang Markets

Night markets (pasar malam), flea markets, wet markets, farmers' markets and fishermen's markets worth exploring

Everyday

Queens Park Night Market

Located near Queensbay Mall, this market operates on Wednesdays. It caters to the urban residents of the nearby condomin...

Everyday

Pasar Farlim & Pusat Makanan

This complex serves the massive Farlim township, one of the most densely populated areas in Penang. It acts as a central...

Monday

Pasar Malam Kampong Melayu

Held on Mondays, this night market serves the predominantly Malay community of Kampung Melayu in Ayer Itam. It is known ...

Wednesday

Wednesday Night Market Taman Belatuk

Held on Wednesdays in Nibong Tebal, this market serves the Taman Belatuk community. It offers fresh food and night marke...

Wednesday

Farlim Wednesday Night Market

One of the major night markets in the Farlim area, held every Wednesday. It draws a large crowd from the high-rise flats...

Everyday

Astaka Batu Maung

A food court and market complex in Batu Maung. It serves the local fishing village and town. The complex offers a var...

Everyday

Sungai Pinang Fishermen's Market

Located in Balik Pulau, this market is unique as it is run by the local fishermen. It offers the freshest catch of the d...

Everyday

Kompleks Penjaja Mak Mandin

A hawker complex in Mak Mandin, Butterworth. It serves the industrial and residential areas with affordable food. The...

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Penang Foods Places To Eat Places To Visit Happening Events Best Deals Markets

Discover The Real Penang

Must-Try Penang Dishes

Brown Sugar Bun

Nutmeg Juice

BoBo Cha Cha

Soursop Juice

Nyonya Laksa

Lemongrass Juice

Tau Fu Fah

Featured Places To Eat

Rojak Taste of 1977

NEST Cafe - Penang

RUMAH LONTONG@IRVING ROAD

First Famous Federal Restaurant

Kean Boon Lam Mee

Tasty Bake Thai Vegetarian Cafe & Bakery

ZUS Coffee - Komtar Walk

Che Haha Bingsu Dessert & Western Georgetown

Find Your Perfect Dining Spot

Must-Visit Attractions

KADI Resort Ibadurrahman

Stesen Bukit Bendera Pulau Pinang

Graffiti Lorong

Simpah Kuan Im Teng (Raja Uda)

Bertam Resort & Water Park Penang

Find Amazing Places to Visit

Penang Events

Asia Youth International Model United Nations (AYIMUN) Penang Chapter

23rd Penang Dental Congress

9th International Conference on Recent Advances in Materials, Minerals, & Environment 2026 (RAMM2026)

Deepavali

30th Congress of the Asia Pacific Society of Respirology (APSR) 2026

The Fam Weekend

13th Malaysian Arthroscopy Society (MAS) Annual Scientific Meeting 2026 & 14th Annual Meeting of ASEAN Society for Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy 2026 (13th MAS ASM 2026 & 14th ASSA 2026)

Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta 2026

Best Deals in Penang

Seminar Package by Iconic Hotel

Bubbly Roasts Made to Share, Made for Sundays by Penang Marriot Hotel

Catch 'n' Curve Buffet Dinner by Iconic Hotel

Penang Kia Day 30% Off Entrance Tickets to Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Assaggio d'Autore by Penang Marriot Hotel

Pirates of the Andaman A Seafood Buffet Adventure by Penang Marriot Hotel

Penangites Special Promo by Ghost Museum Penang

Hi-Tea Set by DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang

Penang Markets

Queens Park Night Market

Pasar Farlim & Pusat Makanan

Pasar Malam Kampong Melayu

Wednesday Night Market Taman Belatuk

Farlim Wednesday Night Market

Astaka Batu Maung

Sungai Pinang Fishermen's Market

Kompleks Penjaja Mak Mandin

Begin Your Penang Adventure