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Must-Try Penang Dishes

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

Ban Chang Kuih
Must Try

Ban Chang Kuih

A crispy and chewy pancake with a sweet filling.

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Asam Laksa
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Asam Laksa

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Chai Kuih
Favorite

Chai Kuih

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Char Koay Teow
Must Try

Char Koay Teow

A beloved stir-fried noodle dish with a smoky aroma, often cooked over a charcoa...

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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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Boiled Octopus
Must Try

Boiled Octopus

A simple seafood dish, often served as an appetizer or side dish, featuring blan...

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Hokkien Mee
Featured

Hokkien Mee

A flavorful and aromatic noodle soup with a rich broth.

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Featured Places To Eat

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

Sin Nam Huat Chicken Rice
Chicken restaurant

Sin Nam Huat Chicken Rice

Sin Nam Huat Chicken Rice is a well-known chicken rice restaurant located in the Pulau Tikus area. I...

Cheong Fun Papa
Hawker stall

Cheong Fun Papa

This hawker stall in the New World Park Food City specializes in Chee Cheong Fun (steamed rice noodl...

New Lane Pork Satay
Satay restaurant

New Lane Pork Satay

This satay restaurant specializes in pork satay.

Rainhill Kopitiam
Restaurant

Rainhill Kopitiam

Rainhill Kopitiam on Lebuh Presgrave is a modern coffee shop that offers a more contemporary and com...

Sushi Mentai ( Farlim )
Conveyor belt sushi restaurant

Sushi Mentai ( Farlim )

Sushi Mentai in Farlim is part of a popular conveyor belt sushi chain known for its affordable price...

Cucur Udang Campur Permatang Rawa
Hawker stall

Cucur Udang Campur Permatang Rawa

This hawker stall is known for its Cucur Udang Campur, which are prawn fritters served with a mix of...

I Canton Cafe Braised Duck Rice
Restaurant

I Canton Cafe Braised Duck Rice

I Canton Cafe specializes in Braised Duck Rice, a popular Chinese dish. Located in Tanjung Tokong, t...

Nyonya Breeze Desire
Restaurant

Nyonya Breeze Desire

Nyonya Breeze Desire, located at Straits Quay, is a well-established restaurant renowned for its aut...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Double Role-Sculpture
Tourist attraction

Double Role-Sculpture

The "Double Role-Sculpture" is another one of the engaging steel-rod artworks from the "Marking Geo...

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Viewpoint seaside
Tourist attraction

Viewpoint seaside

This viewpoint, located opposite the Tanjung Bungah Floating Mosque, offers a perfect vantage point...

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Penang Georgetown Oldest Tram Way
Tourist attraction

Penang Georgetown Oldest Tram Way

The preserved remnants of the tracks from George Town's old electric tramway system, which operated ...

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Yahong Art Gallery
Art center

Yahong Art Gallery

The Yahong Art Gallery, located in Batu Ferringhi, is a significant institution in the Malaysian ar...

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Pitcher Plant Roundabout
Tourist attraction

Pitcher Plant Roundabout

The Pitcher Plant Roundabout is a distinctive and well-known landmark located in Teluk Bahang. At t...

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Penang Events

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27 Dec 2025
Perarakan Chingay Seberang Perai Pulau Pinang Kali Ke-15

Perarakan Chingay Seberang Perai Pulau Pinang Kali Ke-15

"Perarakan Chingay Seberang Perai Pulau Pinang Kali Ke-15 " on 27 December 2025. AddressPadang MBSP Bagan Luar

17 Feb 2026
Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year on 17 February 2026.

16 Sep 2026
Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day on 16 September 2026.

25 Dec 2025
Christmas

Christmas

Christmas on 25 December 2025.

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...

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...

08 Nov 2026
Deepavali

Deepavali

Deepavali on 8 November 2026.

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