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43 Dishes
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Wantan Mee
Nutmeg Juice
Nyonya Kuih
Culinary Excellence

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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Nasi Kandar
Popular

Nasi Kandar

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Asam Laksa
Favorite

Asam Laksa

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Chai Kuih
Must Try

Chai Kuih

Steamed vegetable dumplings with a thin, translucent skin.

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Nasi Biryani
Must Try

Nasi Biryani

A fragrant and flavorful rice dish cooked with a variety of spices and meat.

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Hokkien Mee
Must Try

Hokkien Mee

A flavorful and aromatic noodle soup with a rich broth.

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Boiled Octopus
Featured

Boiled Octopus

A simple seafood dish, often served as an appetizer or side dish, featuring blanched baby octopus.

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Featured Places To Eat

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

Choux Choux
Modern European restaurant

Choux Choux

This modern European restaurant specializes in French pastries, particularly choux au craquelin (cre...

Sacheemoy Penang Rojak Paste
Food manufacturer

Sacheemoy Penang Rojak Paste

This is a food manufacturer that specializes in producing and selling Penang-style Rojak paste for h...

Fried Wan Ton Mee
Hawker Stall

Fried Wan Ton Mee

This hawker stall is known for its deep-fried wontons and wonton noodle soup.

阿强云吞面（早市）
Hawker Stall

阿强云吞面（早市）

This hawker stall is known for serving Wantan Mee during the morning market hours.

Raintree Kitchen Restaurant
Halal restaurant

Raintree Kitchen Restaurant

Raintree Kitchen Restaurant is a Halal-certified restaurant located in Taiping Sentral Mall. It offe...

Mee Goreng MAMU SEMPOI
Hawker stall

Mee Goreng MAMU SEMPOI

This hawker stall is a local spot for Mee Goreng.

328 Char Koay Teow 刘老太虾炒果条

328 Char Koay Teow 刘老太虾炒果条

This stall is known for serving Char Koay Teow with large prawns.

Yu Shui Ge Tea House
Restaurant

Yu Shui Ge Tea House

Yu Shui Ge Tea House is a serene and traditional tea house that offers a peaceful retreat from the h...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Kek Lok Si Temple
Buddhist temple

Kek Lok Si Temple

Kek Lok Si Temple, the "Temple of Supreme Bliss," is one of the largest and most magnificent Chines...

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The Indian Boatman street art
Tourist attraction

The Indian Boatman street art

The Indian Boatman street art is a mural located in the heritage area of George Town. This artwork ...

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Kota Permai
Tourist attraction

Kota Permai

Kota Permai is a large and established township located in Bukit Mertajam on the mainland. It is a ...

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Downing Street (Lebuh Downing/ டவுனிங் சாலை)
Tourist attraction

Downing Street (Lebuh Downing/ டவுனிங் சாலை)

Downing Street, or Lebuh Downing, is a short but historically significant street located in the hea...

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Jimmy Choo-Sculpture
Tourist attraction

Jimmy Choo-Sculpture

This charming steel-rod sculpture, located on Lebuh Leith, pays homage to the world-famous shoe des...

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What's Happening

Penang Events

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

17 Feb 2026
Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year on 17 February 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.

22 Feb 2026
Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会)

Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会)

Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会) on 22 February 2026.

25 Dec 2025
Christmas

Christmas

Christmas on 25 December 2025.

21 Mar 2026
Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri on 21 March 2026.

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...

14 Dec 2025
Penang Bridge International Marathon

Penang Bridge International Marathon

Penang Bridge International Marathon on 14 December 2025.

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)

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