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Must-Try Penang Dishes

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

Boiled Octopus
Must Try

Boiled Octopus

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

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Ban Chang Kuih
Popular

Ban Chang Kuih

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Nasi Biryani
Favorite

Nasi Biryani

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Nyonya Kuih
Must Try

Nyonya Kuih

Nyonya kuih is a broad category of bite-sized snacks or desserts. They can be st...

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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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Hokkien Mee
Must Try

Hokkien Mee

A flavorful and aromatic noodle soup with a rich broth.

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Chai Kuih
Featured

Chai Kuih

Steamed vegetable dumplings with a thin, translucent skin.

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Featured Places To Eat

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

Chang Leong Nanyang Coffee
Restaurant

Chang Leong Nanyang Coffee

This restaurant is a popular spot for traditional Nanyang coffee and classic kopitiam breakfast and ...

Mamma Mia Pizza
Restaurant

Mamma Mia Pizza

Mamma Mia Pizza is a stall in the Sin Kim San Hawker Center on Jalan Macalister. It serves Italian-s...

Ammar Kitchen (exit 165 food valley), shellout ikan bakar
Food court

Ammar Kitchen (exit 165 food valley), shellout ikan bakar

Ammar Kitchen is a food stall located within a food court, specializing in two popular Malay-style d...

Nam Prik Thai Restaurant
Thai restaurant

Nam Prik Thai Restaurant

Nam Prik Thai Restaurant at All Seasons Place is a Thai eatery that brings the vibrant flavors of T...

金龙大路后卤面 Penang Loh Mee
Chinese restaurant

金龙大路后卤面 Penang Loh Mee

This Chinese restaurant is a famous and popular spot for Loh Mee, known for its thick, starchy gravy...

Yi Zhen Nyonya Kitchen
Chinese restaurant

Yi Zhen Nyonya Kitchen

Yi Zhen Nyonya Kitchen is a restaurant that specializes in serving authentic Nyonya (Peranakan) cuis...

TianMiMi Dessert Shop 甜秘密糖水铺
Dessert shop

TianMiMi Dessert Shop 甜秘密糖水铺

This dessert shop is known for its wide variety of traditional Chinese desserts (tong sui) and other...

Mee Kuah Ketam Pokok Ceri 2
Restaurant

Mee Kuah Ketam Pokok Ceri 2

This restaurant is famous for its Mee Kuah Ketam, a noodle dish with a rich crab-based gravy.

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Sitarana Stupa & Viewing Platform
Tourist attraction

Sitarana Stupa & Viewing Platform

Located on Penang Hill, the Sitarana Stupa & Viewing Platform is a serene and spiritual spot that a...

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Gemuruh Beach
Tourist attraction

Gemuruh Beach

Gemuruh Beach is a local beach located in the Teluk Kumbar area on the southern coast of the island...

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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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Prison Penang Heritage Building
Tourist attraction

Prison Penang Heritage Building

The historical Penang Prison building, located on Jalan Penjara. Established during the British col...

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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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Penang Events

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08 Nov 2026
Deepavali

Deepavali

Deepavali on 8 November 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...

21 Mar 2026
Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri on 21 March 2026.

01 Feb 2026
Thaipusam

Thaipusam

Thaipusam on 1 February 2026.

16 Sep 2026
Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day on 16 September 2026.

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...

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.

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Audi Dream Farm Family Package
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Audi Dream Farm Family Package

Audi Dream Farm Family Package | Validity: 1 March- 31 Jan 2026 | Tel: 012 499 9099

30 / 30 Sago Quick Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel
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30 / 30 Sago Quick Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel

30 / 30 Sago Quick Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel | Validity: 1 Sept- 31 Dec 2025 | Tel: 04 566 1888

Sago Quick Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel
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Sago Quick Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel

Sago Quick Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel | Validity: 1 Aug- 31 Dec 2025 | Tel: 04 566 1888

Cuti-Cuti Malaysia Staycation Deal by The Light Hotel Penang
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Cuti-Cuti Malaysia Staycation Deal by The Light Hotel Penang

Cuti-Cuti Malaysia Staycation Deal by The Light Hotel Penang | Validity: Now till 31 Dec 2025 | Tel:...

Kucina Business Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel
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Kucina Business Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel

Kucina Business Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel | Validity: 1 Sept- 31 Dec 2025 | Tel: 04 566 1888

Daily Set Lunch and Dinner by G Hotel Kelawai
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Daily Set Lunch and Dinner by G Hotel Kelawai

Daily Set Lunch and Dinner by G Hotel Kelawai | Validity: 12 March- 31 Dec 2025 | Tel: 016 223 7088

Joyful Christmas Staycation Package
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Joyful Christmas Staycation Package

Joyful Christmas Staycation Package | Validity: 22- 27 Dec 2025 | Tel: 04 637 7777

Bingo Sunday Lunch Buffet by Jazz Hotel Penang
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Bingo Sunday Lunch Buffet by Jazz Hotel Penang

Bingo Sunday Lunch Buffet by Jazz Hotel Penang | Validity: Every Sunday | Tel: 010 373 1551

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