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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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Must-Try Penang Dishes

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

Ji Hu Eng Chai
Must Try

Ji Hu Eng Chai

A Penang hawker specialty featuring blanched water spinach (kangkung) and processed cuttlefish topped with a sweet prawn paste sauce.

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Mee Sua Kor
Popular

Mee Sua Kor

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Lam Mee
Favorite

Lam Mee

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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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Nasi Kandar
Must Try

Nasi Kandar

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

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Leng Chee Kang
Featured

Leng Chee Kang

A cooling dessert soup containing lotus seeds, longan, malva nut, and various dried ingredients.

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Featured Places To Eat

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

RANI MEE GORENG & PASEMBUR
Food court

RANI MEE GORENG & PASEMBUR

The stall is known for its Mee Goreng (Indian-style fried noodles) and Pasembur.

Tuck Kee Mee jawa
Hawker stall

Tuck Kee Mee jawa

Located in the Yee Hong Food Court, this hawker stall specializes in Mee Jawa, a noodle dish with a ...

Nine to night cafe & bar
Karaoke bar

Nine to night cafe & bar

Nine to night is a social drinking and dining establishment located at Farlim Square in the Ayer Ita...

H&R Western Food
Restaurant

H&R Western Food

H&R Western Food is a casual dining stall or restaurant that specializes in serving Western cuisine....

Shell Out daun pisang
Restaurant

Shell Out daun pisang

Shell Out Daun Pisang is a restaurant that adds a unique twist to the "shell out" concept by serving...

Suarasa by Ciksue
Restaurant

Suarasa by Ciksue

This restaurant serves a variety of local cuisine.

Nagore Place
Restaurant

Nagore Place

Nagore Place is a restaurant located on Jalan Bawasah, in the area known as Nagore Square, which is ...

三條路美香園炒粿條
Eclectic restaurant

三條路美香園炒粿條

This is another Char Koay Teow stall located on the "third road" (Lebuh Presgrave). The name "Mei Xi...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Roti Seller Mural
Tourist attraction

Roti Seller Mural

The Roti Seller Mural is a piece of street art in Balik Pulau that celebrates a familiar and belove...

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Little Village @ Bukit Bendera
Tourist attraction

Little Village @ Bukit Bendera

The Little Village on Penang Hill is a charming, themed attraction located at the summit. It is des...

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Guang Fu Gong Temple
Place of worship

Guang Fu Gong Temple

Guang Fu Gong Temple is a traditional Chinese temple located in the heart of Balik Pulau town. It s...

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Countryside Stables Penang
Tourist attraction

Countryside Stables Penang

Countryside Stables Penang is an equestrian center located in the beautiful, rustic setting of Bali...

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Penang Archaeological Park
Tourist attraction

Penang Archaeological Park

The Penang Archaeological Park is also known as Sia Boey Urban Archaeological Park. Located at 7, J...

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What's Happening

Penang Events

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

20 Dec 2025 - 28 Feb 2026
Penang Annual Show

Penang Annual Show

Penang Annual Show on 20 December 2025 - 28 February 2026.

21 Feb 2026
Penang Miaohui 2026 槟城庙会

Penang Miaohui 2026 槟城庙会

Penang Miaohui 2026 on 21 February 2026.

12 Jan 2026 - 23 Feb 2026
Great British Circus

Great British Circus

Great British Circus is a modern travelling circus from the UK that tours internationally, especially in Malaysia. It of...

16 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
Sundown Festival

Sundown Festival

Unwind at Sounds from the East 2026 – After Work Cheer at Design Village Outlet Mall with great food, live music and r...

13 Feb 2026
Kek Lok Si Temple CNY Celebrations 2026 (Penang, Malaysia)

Kek Lok Si Temple CNY Celebrations 2026 (Penang, Malaysia)

Kek Lok Si Temple CNY Celebrations 2026 (槟城鹤山极乐寺农历新年庆祝活动2026), Penang's flagship Chinese N...

16 Aug 2026
Penang Hill Heritage Forest Challenge 2026 (2026年升旗山古迹森林挑战赛)

Penang Hill Heritage Forest Challenge 2026 (2026年升旗山古迹森林挑战赛)

The Penang Hill Heritage Forest Challenge (PHHFC) is back for the eleventh (11th) edition! Participants will have the op...

17 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026
Penang Hill Festival 2026 (2026年升旗山嘉年华)

Penang Hill Festival 2026 (2026年升旗山嘉年华)

The much-anticipated annual Penang Hill Festival (PHF) returns from 17 to 19 July 2026, promising an enriching and educa...

17 Feb 2026
YAB Ketua Menteri Pulau Pinang - Majlis Rumah Terbuka Tahun Baharu Cina (槟州首席部长新春团拜)

YAB Ketua Menteri Pulau Pinang - Majlis Rumah Terbuka Tahun Baharu Cina (槟州首席部长新春团拜)

"YAB Ketua Menteri Pulau Pinang - Majlis Rumah Terbuka Tahun Baharu Cina" on 17 February 2026. AddressSPICE Arena

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

Santapan Citarasa Panorama Buffet Dinner by The TOP Penang
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Santapan Citarasa Panorama Buffet Dinner by The TOP Penang

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Set Kari Kepala Ikan by OZO George Town Penang
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Culinary Highlights at Shangri- La Rasa Sayang Penang
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Culinary Highlights at Shangri- La Rasa Sayang Penang

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Starlight Camping at The Habitat Penang Hill
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Starlight Camping at The Habitat Penang Hill

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Chinese New Year Special Promo by Penang River Cruise
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Chinese New Year Special Promo by Penang River Cruise

Chinese New Year Special Promo by Penang River Cruise | Validity: 15 Feb- 3 March 2026 | Tel: 016 55...

Batik Painting Workshop by Audi Dream Farm
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Batik Painting Workshop by Audi Dream Farm

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Advance Purchase by Hard Rock Hotel Penang
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Explore Balik Pulau at Love UU Garden
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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

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Perak Road Wet Market 大路后万山

Perak Road Wet Market 大路后万山

Also known as the 'Tai Loo Mas' market locally, this is the main wet market building serving the Perak Road area. It hou...

Wednesday
Queens Park Night Market

Queens Park Night Market

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

Saturday
Sungai Dua Night Market

Sungai Dua Night Market

This serves as the primary weekend market for the Sungai Dua and Gelugor communities. Located near the university, it is...

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Bertam Street Market

Bertam Street Market

A market event in Bertam. It may be a periodic or special event market. The market offers a modern shopping experienc...

Everyday
Pasar Awam Bandar Seberang Jaya

Pasar Awam Bandar Seberang Jaya

A large public market serving the Seberang Jaya township. It features a comprehensive wet market and a food court, cater...

Tuesday
Pasar Malam Penaga

Pasar Malam Penaga

Held on Tuesdays, this market serves Penaga. It acts as a key commercial event for the week. The market offers fresh ...

Tuesday
Batu Maung Tuesday Night Market

Batu Maung Tuesday Night Market

Held on Tuesdays, this is the main night market in Batu Maung. It attracts a good crowd. The market offers diverse fo...

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Tanjung Bungah Market & Food Complex

Tanjung Bungah Market & Food Complex

Tanjung Bungah Market & Food Complex serves the diverse community of Tanjung Bungah. It features a wet market and a food...

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