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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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Cendol
Popular

Cendol

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Asam Laksa
Favorite

Asam Laksa

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Rojak
Must Try

Rojak

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

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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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Kway Chap
Must Try

Kway Chap

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

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Oh Chien
Featured

Oh Chien

A savory omelette filled with fresh oysters.

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Featured Places To Eat

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

Kedai Kopi Bee Hong
Asian restaurant

Kedai Kopi Bee Hong

This Asian restaurant is a traditional coffee shop that is particularly well-known for its Hainanese...

壹陆 16 LokLok
Chinese restaurant

壹陆 16 LokLok

This Chinese restaurant specializes in Lok Lok.

Singapore Rojak
Restaurant

Singapore Rojak

This restaurant is known for its Singapore-style Rojak, which typically has a different balance of f...

Rahmath Rosliza Nasi Dalca
Restaurant

Rahmath Rosliza Nasi Dalca

This restaurant is a popular local spot for Nasi Dalca.

Roti Canai Aina
Breakfast restaurant

Roti Canai Aina

This breakfast restaurant is known for its Roti Canai.

Nasi Kandar ICT
Restaurant

Nasi Kandar ICT

This restaurant is a popular and convenient spot for Nasi Kandar, located at the ground level of the...

Tong Sui Po 糖水铺
Dessert shop

Tong Sui Po 糖水铺

This dessert shop is famous for its wide variety of traditional Chinese "tong sui" (sweet soups), su...

Nice Two Meat U Korean BBQ
Korean barbecue restaurant

Nice Two Meat U Korean BBQ

Nice Two Meat U is a Korean barbecue restaurant with a clever and friendly pun for a name. It specia...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Street Art - Folklore by the Sea Mural
Tourist attraction

Street Art - Folklore by the Sea Mural

The "Folklore by the Sea" mural is a large and significant piece of public art located at the entra...

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Batu Ferringhi Beach
Tourist attraction

Batu Ferringhi Beach

Batu Ferringhi Beach is the most famous and popular beach destination in Penang, located on the isl...

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Hutan simpan teluk bahang (Air terjun buatan manusia)
Tourist attraction

Hutan simpan teluk bahang (Air terjun buatan manusia)

Translates to "Teluk Bahang Forest Reserve (Made Waterfall)." A beautifully landscaped, half man-ma...

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Pekan Bukit Mertajam Wet Market
Market

Pekan Bukit Mertajam Wet Market

The Pekan Bukit Mertajam Wet Market is the main public market in the heart of Bukit Mertajam town o...

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Penang Forestry Museum
Tourist attraction

Penang Forestry Museum

The Penang Forestry Museum, or Muzium Perhutanan, is an educational facility located within the gro...

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What's Happening

Penang Events

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

31 Aug 2026
Merdeka Day

Merdeka Day

Merdeka Day on 31 August 2026.

25 Dec 2025
Christmas

Christmas

Christmas on 25 December 2025.

31 May 2026
Wesak Day

Wesak Day

Wesak Day on 31 May 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...

16 Sep 2026
Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day on 16 September 2026.

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)

08 Nov 2026
Deepavali

Deepavali

Deepavali on 8 November 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...

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Exclusive promotions and special offers to make your Penang experience even better

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

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

Seminar Package by Iconic Marjorie Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Seminar Package by Iconic Marjorie Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Seminar Package by Iconic Marjorie Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel | Validity: 24 Feb- 31 Dec 2025 ...

Sunday Roast by Penang Marriott Hotel
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Sunday Roast by Penang Marriott Hotel

Sunday Roast by Penang Marriott Hotel | Validity: 31 August 2025 | Tel: 04 566 1888

WOW Seafood Buffet by Jazz Hotel Penang
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WOW Seafood Buffet by Jazz Hotel Penang

WOW Seafood Buffet by Jazz Hotel Penang | Validity: 3 Nov- 31 March 2026 | Tel: 010 373 1551

Single Malt, Double Elegance by Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Single Malt, Double Elegance by Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Single Malt, Double Elegance by Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel | Validity:...

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Catch ’n’ Carve Promotion by Iconic Hotel

Catch ’n’ Carve Promotion by Iconic Hotel | Validity: 1 Nov- 15 Feb 2026 | Tel: 04 505 9988

Stay Tune by Jazz Hotel Penang
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Stay Tune by Jazz Hotel Penang

Stay Tune by Jazz Hotel Penang | Validity: 26 Nov- 31 Dec 2025 | Tel: 010 373 1511

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