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Authentic flavors that define Penang's culinary identity

Chai Kuih
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Chai Kuih

Steamed vegetable dumplings with a thin, translucent skin.

RM 1.50 to 3 per piece
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Rojak
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Rojak

A unique tropical fruit salad with a sweet and savory shrimp paste dressing.

RM 5 to 10
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Kway Chap
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Kway Chap

A Teochew dish featuring flat rice noodles in a savory duck broth.

RM 7.50 to 15
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Asam Laksa
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Asam Laksa

A tangy and spicy fish-based noodle soup that is a signature dish of Penang.

RM 5 to 8
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Nasi Kandar
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Nasi Kandar

A dish of steamed rice served with a variety of curries and side dishes.

RM 10 to 25+
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Cendol
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Cendol

A refreshing shaved ice dessert perfect for a hot day.

RM 3 to 5
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Lao Hakka Restaurant
Hakka restaurant

Lao Hakka Restaurant

Lao Hakka Restaurant, situated within the Penang Chinese Swimming Club, specializes in authentic Hak...

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Warung Ezi Roti Canai
Breakfast restaurant

Warung Ezi Roti Canai

This breakfast restaurant is known for its Roti Canai.

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Miao Seafood Curry Mee
Asian restaurant

Miao Seafood Curry Mee

This Asian restaurant, located in The Jetty Food Court, specializes in Curry Mee with the addition o...

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Siamloh by The Sea
Barbecue restaurant

Siamloh by The Sea

This barbecue restaurant is known for its Thai-style barbecue and hotpot (mookata), offering a varie...

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Flamingo Café
Malaysian restaurant

Flamingo Café

Flamingo Café is the all-day dining restaurant located within the Flamingo Hotel by the Beach, Pena...

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Weng Kei Wantan Mee 荣记茶餐室
Hawker stall

Weng Kei Wantan Mee 荣记茶餐室

This hawker stall is a very popular and famous spot for Wantan Mee, known for its springy noodles an...

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Hua Guo Shan (Bukit Mertajam)
Tourist attraction

Hua Guo Shan (Bukit Mertajam)

Hua Guo Shan, which translates to "Flower Fruit Mountain," is a large and impressive Taoist temple ...

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Georgetown Heritage site
Tourist attraction

Georgetown Heritage site

The Georgetown Heritage Site refers to the historic inner city of Penang's capital, which is design...

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هضبة بينانج ماليزيا
Tourist attraction

هضبة بينانج ماليزيا

This is the Arabic name for Penang Hill, "هضبة بينانج ماليزيا" (Hadbat Baynan Mali...

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Ayer Itam Wet Market
Tourist attraction

Ayer Itam Wet Market

The Air Itam Wet Market is a bustling and vibrant traditional market located in the heart of the Ai...

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Gemuruh Beach
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Gemuruh Beach

Gemuruh Beach is a local beach located in the Teluk Kumbar area on the southern coast of the island...

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Butterworth Viewing Platform
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Butterworth Viewing Platform

The Butterworth Viewing Platform is a purpose-built structure on the Butterworth coastline designed...

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