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43 Dishes
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Ban Chang Kuih
Mee Jawa
Nasi Biryani
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Must-Try Penang Dishes

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

Ban Chang Kuih
Must Try

Ban Chang Kuih

A crispy and chewy pancake with a sweet filling.

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Nutmeg Juice
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Nutmeg Juice

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Nasi Biryani
Favorite

Nasi Biryani

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Nyonya Kuih
Must Try

Nyonya Kuih

Nyonya kuih is a broad category of bite-sized snacks or desserts. They can be st...

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Kway Chap
Must Try

Kway Chap

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

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Boiled Octopus
Must Try

Boiled Octopus

A simple seafood dish, often served as an appetizer or side dish, featuring blan...

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Chai Kuih
Featured

Chai Kuih

Steamed vegetable dumplings with a thin, translucent skin.

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Featured Places To Eat

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

BATU LANCHANG CAFE
Hawker stall

BATU LANCHANG CAFE

This hawker stall serves a variety of local Penang dishes.

Burger Kamal
Hawker stall

Burger Kamal

Burger Kamal is a classic Malaysian street-side burger stall on Jalan Macalister. It's a popular spo...

94, Gurney Drive Curry Mee
Restaurant

94, Gurney Drive Curry Mee

Located in the Gurney Drive Hawker Center, this restaurant is a popular stall for Curry Mee.

Penang pork satay
Hawker stall

Penang pork satay

This hawker stall is known for its pork satay, a non-halal version of the popular skewered meat dish...

2828 Assam Laksa (near Kek lok si)
Restaurant

2828 Assam Laksa (near Kek lok si)

This restaurant is famous for its Assam Laksa, a tangy and spicy fish-based noodle soup. It is a pop...

Wine Houz
Restaurant

Wine Houz

Wine Houz, located at Penang Times Square, is a restaurant and wine retailer. It offers a place wher...

Pancake Station - Yummy Cottage
Hawker stall

Pancake Station - Yummy Cottage

Pancake Station is a hawker stall located within the Yummy Cottage food court on Jalan Macalister. I...

Auntie Kopitiam (formerly Keng Lan Huat Wantan Mee)
Coffee shop

Auntie Kopitiam (formerly Keng Lan Huat Wantan Mee)

This coffee shop is known for its Wantan Mee, carrying on the legacy of the previous well-known nood...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Penang Bird Park
Zoo

Penang Bird Park

Located in Seberang Jaya on the mainland, the Penang Bird Park is the first and one of the largest ...

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Penang Kebun Bunga
Tourist attraction

Penang Kebun Bunga

Penang Kebun Bunga is the Malay name for the Penang Botanic Gardens, one of the oldest and most bea...

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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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Gazebo Bukit Jambul
Tourist attraction

Gazebo Bukit Jambul

The Gazebo at Bukit Jambul is a public structure, located along the hiking trail to the viewpoint i...

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George Town
Tourist attraction

George Town

George Town is the vibrant and historic capital city of the state of Penang. It is a captivating de...

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What's Happening

Penang Events

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

16 Sep 2026
Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day on 16 September 2026.

10 Nov 2025 - 15 Jan 2026
Frames of Penang Photography Competition

Frames of Penang Photography Competition

Frames of Penang Photography Competition period from 10 November 2025 - 15 January 2026.

25 Dec 2025
Christmas

Christmas

Christmas on 25 December 2025.

13 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2026
World Miniature Hobby Show & MALCOM 2026

World Miniature Hobby Show & MALCOM 2026

MALCOM 2026 takes place 13–14 June at Setia Spice Convention Centre, Penang. Discover world-class miniature displays, ...

13 Dec 2025 - 21 Dec 2025
Klippa Orchid Show 2025

Klippa Orchid Show 2025

Klippa Orchid Show 2025 on 13 - 21 December 2025. AddressKlippa Shopping Centre (IKEA Batu Kawan)

13 Dec 2025 - 28 Dec 2025
Crane Crest, Turtle Isle — Yin Tang Salon: International Chinese Art Exhibition (鹤山龟岛 — 印堂雅集：国际书画篆刻展)

Crane Crest, Turtle Isle — Yin Tang Salon: International Chinese Art Exhibition (鹤山龟岛 — 印堂雅集：国际书画篆刻展)

Crane Crest, Turtle Isle — Yin Tang Salon: International Chinese Art Exhibition will be held from December 13 to 28, 2...

29 Aug 2026 - 04 Sep 2026
15th Malaysia Scout Jamboree 2026

15th Malaysia Scout Jamboree 2026

The 15th Malaysian Scout Jamboree is returning to the historic land of Penang, the birthplace of the first jamboree in 1...

01 Feb 2026
Thaipusam

Thaipusam

Thaipusam on 1 February 2026.

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