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Mews Cafe

Mews Cafe

Looking for a George Town cafe that gives you Malaysian food without making you wrestle with a plastic chair in 34°C heat? Mews Cafe on Muntri Street makes a compelling case. Set inside the leafy Muntri Mews heritage property, it pairs a relaxed courtyard with Malaysian favourites including beef rendang, Nyonya laksa lemak, curry mee, satay and nasi lemak.

It’s not a replacement for Penang’s legendary hawker stalls—and it doesn’t need to be. Mews is about slowing down: escaping the afternoon heat, eating proper Malaysian food and enjoying a heritage setting that feels genuinely connected to old George Town.

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Finding a Real Piece of Penang: My Top 10 Hidden Cafés in George Town

Finding a Real Piece of Penang: My Top 10 Hidden Cafés in George Town

Ah, George Town. Just the name itself makes you think of sizzling woks, the scent of spices hanging in the humid air, and the vibrant chaos of its streets. But beyond the famous char kway teow and laksa, there’s a whole other side to this city’s heart—a quieter, slower-paced world tucked away in its five-foot ways and forgotten alleys. I’m talking about its café scene.

Now, I’m not talking about the big, flashy places you see all over Instagram. I mean the real gems, the ones you stumble upon and instantly feel like you’ve found a secret. These are the spots where the coffee is brewed with care, the cakes are baked with love, and the atmosphere feels like a warm hug after a long day of walking under the Malaysian sun.

So, pull up a chair, and let me tell you about the places I’ve found. These aren’t just cafés; they’re stories waiting to be discovered.

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