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83 Dishes
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Must-Try Penang Dishes

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

BoBo Cha Cha
Must Try

BoBo Cha Cha

A Nyonya dessert soup with colorful root vegetables (sweet potato/yam) and sago cooked in coconut milk.

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Char Koay Teow
Popular

Char Koay Teow

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Yam Cake
Favorite

Yam Cake

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Belacan Fried Chicken
Must Try

Belacan Fried Chicken

Deep-fried chicken pieces that have been marinated in fermented shrimp paste (be...

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Asam Laksa
Must Try

Asam Laksa

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

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Nyonya Laksa
Must Try

Nyonya Laksa

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

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Kerabu Chicken Feet
Featured

Kerabu Chicken Feet

A spicy, sour salad made with deboned chicken feet, popular in Thai-Malay border cuisine.

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Featured Places To Eat

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

La France Café Boulangerie
French restaurant

La France Café Boulangerie

La France Café Boulangerie is a French-style cafe and bakery located on Jalan Irrawaddi. It offers ...

19 Delicioso Restaurant
Restaurant

19 Delicioso Restaurant

19 Delicioso Restaurant is a dining establishment that aims to serve delicious food, as stated in it...

Shahul Hamid Mee Goreng
Cafe

Shahul Hamid Mee Goreng

This cafe is famous for its Mee Goreng (fried noodles), a popular local dish.

Moustachz Hauze Cafe
Cafe

Moustachz Hauze Cafe

Moustachz Hauze Cafe on Lebuh Campbell is a cafe with a quirky moustache theme. It offers a fun and ...

Punjabi Taste @ Chulia Court
Indian restaurant

Punjabi Taste @ Chulia Court

Located at Chulia Court, Punjabi Taste offers authentic North Indian cuisine, specifically from the ...

Ayam Penyet Best
Ayam penyet restaurant

Ayam Penyet Best

Ayam Penyet Best is a restaurant in 1st Avenue Mall that specializes in "Ayam Penyet," a popular Ind...

Air Itam Sister Curry Mee
Hawker stall

Air Itam Sister Curry Mee

This is a legendary and iconic hawker stall, run by two elderly sisters for decades. They are famous...

Warung Kopi Abang M
Restaurant

Warung Kopi Abang M

This restaurant serves coffee and local food.

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Icons Of Penang Mural
Tourist attraction

Icons Of Penang Mural

The "Icons Of Penang" Mural is a large and vibrant piece of public art that serves as a visual cele...

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Butterworth Viewing Platform
Tourist attraction

Butterworth Viewing Platform

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

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Street Art - “Hoola Hoop Basketball”
Tourist attraction

Street Art - “Hoola Hoop Basketball”

This mural, officially titled "Kids on a Bicycle," is one of the most famous and interactive pieces...

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Viewing Area@Pantai Robina
Tourist attraction

Viewing Area@Pantai Robina

This is a designated viewing area located at Pantai Robina (Robina Beach), a popular coastal park i...

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Gac Farm
Tourist attraction

Gac Farm

The Gac Farm, located in Bukit Mertajam, is a unique agricultural attraction that specializes in th...

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What's Happening

Penang Events

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

01 Mar 2026
Thean Hock Keong Miao Hui 2026 (2026 北海船仔头天福宫《北海好势啦》新春庙会)

Thean Hock Keong Miao Hui 2026 (2026 北海船仔头天福宫《北海好势啦》新春庙会)

Thean Hock Keong Miao Hui 2026 on 1 March 2026. AddressThean Hock Keong Temple (北海船仔头天福宫)

15 Nov 2025 - 30 Jun 2026
B.Duck City Funs

B.Duck City Funs

B.Duck City Funs is a pop-up outdoor carnival located at the Auto-City Penang, running until 30 June 2026. Created by On...

07 Feb 2026
Bukit Mertajam 2026 大山脚旧街场新春庙会

Bukit Mertajam 2026 大山脚旧街场新春庙会

"2026大山脚旧街场新春庙会" on 7 February 2026.

01 Feb 2026
Thaipusam

Thaipusam

Thaipusam on 1 February 2026.

31 May 2026
Wesak Day

Wesak Day

Wesak Day on 31 May 2026.

08 Feb 2026
STEEDS BRING FORTUNE MARKET

STEEDS BRING FORTUNE MARKET

FORTUNE • FESTIVITY • FUN 7 & 8 February 2026

07 Feb 2026 - 08 Feb 2026
Nibong Tebal Festival

Nibong Tebal Festival

Nibong Tebal Festival on 7 - 8 February 2026.

15 Jun 2025 - 30 Sep 2026
Penang Art Open 2025

Penang Art Open 2025

Penang Art Open 2025 on 15 June 2025 - 30 September 2026.

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

Valentine's Nature Wellness Retreat for Two at The Habitat Penang Hill
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Love in the Sky Valentine Set Dinner at TOP View Restaurant by The TOP Penang
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Starlight Camping at The Habitat Penang Hill
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TukTuk Biryani at Courtyard By Marriott
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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
Kedai Pasar Pagi

Kedai Pasar Pagi

A small morning market shop in Taman Berjaya, Nibong Tebal. It serves the local residents with fresh breakfast items and...

Friday
Pasar Malam Permatang Damar Laut

Pasar Malam Permatang Damar Laut

Held on Fridays, this market serves the coastal community of Permatang Damar Laut. It offers fresh seafood snacks and lo...

Saturday
爪夷圣淘沙路星期六夜市场 Sungai Jawi

爪夷圣淘沙路星期六夜市场 Sungai Jawi

Held on Saturdays in Jawi Sentosa Road. It serves the local community. The market offers a variety of food and goods....

Wednesday
Ayer Itam Night Market

Ayer Itam Night Market

This Wednesday market serves the old township of Ayer Itam. It is located near the famous Kek Lok Si temple area and cat...

Sunday
Night Market Site @ Halaman Paya Terubong

Night Market Site @ Halaman Paya Terubong

This is the specific site for the Sunday night market in Paya Terubong. It transforms a usually quiet road into a bustli...

Wednesday
Wednesday Night Market

Wednesday Night Market

Held in the Pantai Jerjak area, this weekly night market is a local favorite for dinner and light shopping. It features ...

Saturday
Tapak Pasar Malam Tanjung Tokong

Tapak Pasar Malam Tanjung Tokong

Held on Saturdays, this night market serves the Tanjung Tokong community. It offers a mix of food, clothes, and accessor...

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Pasar Farlim & Pusat Makanan

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...

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