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Cendol
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Cendol

A refreshing shaved ice dessert perfect for a hot day.

RM 3 to 5
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Apom Manis
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Apom Manis

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

RM 2 to 4 per piece
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Nasi Biryani
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Nasi Biryani

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

RM 10 to 20
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Rojak
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Rojak

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

RM 5 to 10
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Asam Laksa
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Asam Laksa

A tangy and spicy fish-based noodle soup that is a signature dish of Penang.

RM 5 to 8
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Oh Chien
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Oh Chien

A savory omelette filled with fresh oysters.

RM 13 to 30
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Perusahaan S.M
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Perusahaan S.M

This bakery is known for producing a variety of traditional breads and pastries.

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Coco Island Street Food
Food court

Coco Island Street Food

This is a food court located along Gurney Drive, offering a variety of Penang's famous street food. ...

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老字号姐妹经济饭 二行 Sister Economic Rice 2nd branch
Lunch restaurant

老字号姐妹经济饭 二行 Sister Economic Rice 2nd branch

This is a branch of a well-known "economy rice" or "chap fan" restaurant, located on Bishop Street. ...

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nasi arab - Syawins Jiddan
Restaurant

nasi arab - Syawins Jiddan

This restaurant specializes in Nasi Arab (Arabic rice dishes), with popular choices like Chicken and...

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Sin Yong Wah Coffee Shop
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Sin Yong Wah Coffee Shop

Sin Yong Wah Coffee Shop is a traditional Chinese kopitiam located right in the bustling Air Itam m...

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Bangjie Kitchen Jalan Baru
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Bangjie Kitchen Jalan Baru

Bangjie Kitchen on Jalan Baru is a local eatery that offers a casual dining experience. The name sug...

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Penang National Park Hiking Bridge
Tourist attraction

Penang National Park Hiking Bridge

One of the suspension bridges or simple plank bridges that are found along the network of hiking tra...

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Pantai Seagate View Pulau Jerjak
Tourist attraction

Pantai Seagate View Pulau Jerjak

Pantai Seagate View Pulau Jerjak refers to the coastal area near the Seagate industrial plant that ...

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Penang House of Music
Museum

Penang House of Music

Located in the KOMTAR building, the Penang House of Music is a unique and vibrant museum dedicated ...

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Saanen Dairy Goat Farm 莎能牧羊场
Dairy farm

Saanen Dairy Goat Farm 莎能牧羊场

The Saanen Dairy Goat Farm is a popular agro-tourism destination located in the beautiful countrysi...

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ESCAPE Longest Water Slide
Tourist attraction

ESCAPE Longest Water Slide

This is a record-breaking attraction at the ESCAPE Penang theme park in Teluk Bahang. The slide hol...

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Yeng Keng Heritage Building
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Yeng Keng Heritage Building

Te Yeng Keng Boutique Hotel, a beautifully restored 19th-century building located on the famous Chul...

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