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Must-Try Penang Dishes

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

Nasi Kandar
Must Try

Nasi Kandar

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

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Ban Chang Kuih
Popular

Ban Chang Kuih

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Cendol
Favorite

Cendol

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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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Kway Chap
Must Try

Kway Chap

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

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Apom Manis
Must Try

Apom Manis

A sweet, thin pancake cooked in a small claypot, creating a crispy edge and soft...

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Rojak
Featured

Rojak

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

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Featured Places To Eat

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

Ghani Roti Canai
Restaurant

Ghani Roti Canai

This restaurant is known for its Roti Canai.

Ryujin Dining
Chinese restaurant

Ryujin Dining

Ryujin Dining is a restaurant whose name refers to the dragon god of the sea in Japanese mythology. ...

亮吉小食店 (Leong Keat Restaurant)
Restaurant

亮吉小食店 (Leong Keat Restaurant)

Leong Keat Restaurant (亮吉小食店) is a local Chinese eatery or "chu char" stall located in th...

Koay Teow Soup Cintra Street - 日本横街粿条汤
Hawker stall

Koay Teow Soup Cintra Street - 日本横街粿条汤

This hawker stall is a very famous and popular spot for Koay Teow Thng.

Jones Road Roti Bakar
Cafe

Jones Road Roti Bakar

The cafe is known for its Roti Bakar (toast) and is a popular local spot for breakfast and tea.

Abg Zai Char Koay Teow
Restaurant

Abg Zai Char Koay Teow

This restaurant is known for its Malay-style wet Char Koay Teow.

jetty laksa
Chinese noodle restaurant

jetty laksa

This is a laksa stall located within AH LAN CAFE at the Pengkalan Weld jetty area. It specializes in...

Spaghetti
Hawker stall

Spaghetti

This hawker stall, simply named Spaghetti, is located in a food court on Jalan Dato Keramat. It offe...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Penang Hill
Mountain peak

Penang Hill

Penang Hill, known as Bukit Bendera in Malay, is the island's most famous hill resort and a premier...

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Viewing Area Permatang Damar Laut
Tourist attraction

Viewing Area Permatang Damar Laut

This is a viewpoint located in the coastal village of Permatang Damar Laut. It is strategically pos...

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Pasir Panjang Scenic Point
Tourist attraction

Pasir Panjang Scenic Point

The Pasir Panjang Scenic Point is a viewpoint that overlooks the beautiful Pasir Panjang beach, loc...

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Rajaphohong Thai Buddhist Temple
Buddhist temple

Rajaphohong Thai Buddhist Temple

The Rajaphohong Thai Buddhist Temple is a beautiful temple located in Tasek Gelugor, serving the Th...

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Langur Way Canopy Walk
Nature preserve

Langur Way Canopy Walk

The Langur Way Canopy Walk is one of the highlight attractions at The Habitat, a world-class ecotou...

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Penang Events

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Penang Bridge International Marathon

Penang Bridge International Marathon

Penang Bridge International Marathon on 14 December 2025.

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Penang Chingay Parade 2025 (槟州大旗鼓游行 2025)

Penang Chingay Parade 2025 (槟州大旗鼓游行 2025)

Step into the magic of the Penang Chingay Parade 2025, where culture, colour, and community converge in a dazzling celeb...

01 Feb 2026
Thaipusam

Thaipusam

Thaipusam on 1 February 2026.

27 Dec 2025
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Perarakan Chingay Seberang Perai Pulau Pinang Kali Ke-15

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Christmas on 25 December 2025.

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