PENANG'S CULINARY DELIGHTS

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Authentic flavors that define Penang's culinary identity

Hokkien Mee
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Hokkien Mee

A flavorful and aromatic noodle soup with a rich broth.

RM 5 to 10
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Nyonya Kuih
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Nyonya Kuih

Nyonya kuih is a broad category of bite-sized snacks or desserts. They can be steamed, baked, boiled...

RM 1.50 to 3.50 per piece
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Chai Kuih
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Chai Kuih

Steamed vegetable dumplings with a thin, translucent skin.

RM 1.50 to 3 per piece
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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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Kway Chap
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Kway Chap

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

RM 7.50 to 15
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Ban Chang Kuih
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Ban Chang Kuih

A crispy and chewy pancake with a sweet filling.

RM 2 to 4 per piece
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Ali Nasi Kandar
Restaurant

Ali Nasi Kandar

This restaurant is a popular spot for Nasi Kandar in Bukit Mertajam.

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Penang Steamboat and Grill (The Mualaf Kopitiam)
Steamboat restaurant

Penang Steamboat and Grill (The Mualaf Kopitiam)

This restaurant is known for offering both steamboat and grill options with a variety of soup bases ...

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Curry Mee & Koay Teow Teng
Restaurant

Curry Mee & Koay Teow Teng

This restaurant is known for serving two popular noodle dishes: Curry Mee and Koay Teow Thng.

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Beng Curry Fish Head新金山明咖喱鱼头
Hawker center

Beng Curry Fish Head新金山明咖喱鱼头

Located in the Sin Kim San hawker center, this stall is famous for its Curry Fish Head.

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Ice Coffee Noordin Street
Cafe

Ice Coffee Noordin Street

Ice Coffee Noordin Street is a simple and popular drink stall on Lebuh Noordin, dedicated to serving...

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Nandu Kari Indian Food Penang
Restaurant

Nandu Kari Indian Food Penang

This restaurant is known for its authentic Indian curry dishes, with a focus on rich and aromatic fl...

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Vision Park
Park

Vision Park

Vision Park, or Taman Wawasan, is a large and well-designed public park located in Kepala Batas on ...

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Dermaga Sungai Batu
Tourist attraction

Dermaga Sungai Batu

Dermaga Sungai Batu, which means the "Sungai Batu Pier." This is the local jetty in the fishing vill...

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猫猫码头
Tourist attraction

猫猫码头

猫猫码头, which translates to "Cat Pier," is the local, affectionate name for a pier or jetty in...

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St Joseph's Novitiate Heritage Building
Tourist attraction

St Joseph's Novitiate Heritage Building

The St. Joseph's Novitiate is a beautiful and historic colonial building that has been meticulously...

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Green Lane convent 1961 (heritage school)
Tourist attraction

Green Lane convent 1961 (heritage school)

The historic building of the Convent Green Lane secondary school, which was established in 1961. Th...

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Scenic Spot Viewing Area
Tourist attraction

Scenic Spot Viewing Area

This is a viewpoint located in the wider George Town area, but on its periphery or in the hills ove...

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George Town Literary Festival 2025

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14th Penang International High Pole Lion Dance Invitational Competition (第14届槟城国际高桩舞狮邀请赛)

The Penang International High Pole Lion Dance Invitational Competition is an annual international ev...

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Pameran Aqua Marine-Penang’s Blue Haven: Life Beneath the Surface

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Miss Aki Matsuri 2025 Contest

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Penang State Christmas Celebration
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Penang State Christmas Celebration

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