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Must-Try Penang Dishes

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

Oh Chien
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Oh Chien

A savory omelette filled with fresh oysters.

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Asam Laksa
Popular

Asam Laksa

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Apom Manis
Favorite

Apom Manis

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Char Koay Teow
Must Try

Char Koay Teow

A beloved stir-fried noodle dish with a smoky aroma, often cooked over a charcoa...

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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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Nasi Kandar
Must Try

Nasi Kandar

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

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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

新和饼家 Shin Ho Biscuit
Cookie shop

新和饼家 Shin Ho Biscuit

This cookie shop is known for its traditional Chinese biscuits and pastries.

IKEA Batu Kawan Restaurant
Restaurant

IKEA Batu Kawan Restaurant

The IKEA Restaurant at the Batu Kawan outlet is the in-store dining facility of the famous Swedish f...

老成都 Lao Cheng Du - 百年味道
Chinese restaurant

老成都 Lao Cheng Du - 百年味道

This Chinese restaurant is known for its authentic Sichuan cuisine.

Jawa mee Jalan Tongkah
Hawker stall

Jawa mee Jalan Tongkah

This hawker stall is known for its Jawa Mee.

Nasi Kandar Yusuf Maju
Indian Muslim Restaurant

Nasi Kandar Yusuf Maju

This Indian Muslim restaurant is a popular choice for Nasi Kandar in Butterworth.

Nasi Kandar Pokok Ketapang
Indian Muslim restaurant

Nasi Kandar Pokok Ketapang

This Indian Muslim restaurant is a well-known spot for Nasi Kandar, named after the Ketapang tree it...

Abang Bob Burger Ayam Crispy
Fast food restaurant

Abang Bob Burger Ayam Crispy

Abang Bob's stall, located within the NZ CAFE on Jalan Dato Keramat, specializes in crispy chicken b...

Pasembur Astaka Stadium
Food court

Pasembur Astaka Stadium

The stall is famous for its Pasembur, a Malaysian-style salad.

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Sky Mirror Pasir Bulan
Tourist attraction

Sky Mirror Pasir Bulan

Sky Mirror at Pasir Bulan is a natural phenomenon that has become a magical and highly popular attr...

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Fisherman Boat Marina
Tourist attraction

Fisherman Boat Marina

A dedicated docking area for the fishing boats in one of the fishing villages of Balik Pulau. This i...

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Tropical Spice Garden | Events Venue | Cooking Classes | Spice Store
Tourist attraction

Tropical Spice Garden | Events Venue | Cooking Classes | Spice Store

Nestled within a lush, eight-acre secondary jungle in Teluk Bahang, the Tropical Spice Garden is an ...

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Viewing Area
Tourist attraction

Viewing Area

This viewing area is located along the Tun Dr. Lim Chong Eu Expressway in Jelutong. It is a spot wh...

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Penang World City Jetty
Tourist attraction

Penang World City Jetty

This jetty is part of the "Penang World City" development, a major integrated waterfront city proje...

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Penang Events

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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.

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.

17 Feb 2026
Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year on 17 February 2026.

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...

20 Dec 2025
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...

31 Aug 2026
Merdeka Day

Merdeka Day

Merdeka Day on 31 August 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.

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