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Authentic flavors that define Penang's culinary identity

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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Apom Manis
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Apom Manis

A sweet, thin pancake cooked in a small claypot, creating a crispy edge and soft center.

RM 2 to 4 per piece
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Rojak
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Rojak

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

RM 5 to 10
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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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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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Boiled Octopus
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Boiled Octopus

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

RM 15 to 30
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Kedai Makan Shanmuga Vilas
Restaurant

Kedai Makan Shanmuga Vilas

Kedai Makan Shanmuga Vilas on Jalan Dato Keramat is a traditional South Indian restaurant. It's a si...

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Wei Shiang Penang Tambun Biscuit
Chinese bakery

Wei Shiang Penang Tambun Biscuit

This Chinese bakery specializes in Penang's famous Tambun Biscuits (Tau Sar Piah).

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Luan Fong Legacy
Coffee shop

Luan Fong Legacy

This coffee shop serves traditional breakfast items.

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Apom Manis ( Penang)
Restaurant

Apom Manis ( Penang)

A restaurant stall that focuses on serving Apom Manis, a popular sweet pancake in Penang.

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云吞面
Noodle shop

云吞面

This noodle shop specializes in Wan Tan Mee.

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Garden Lebanon Restaurant (Tanjung Bungah, Penang)
Lebanese restaurant

Garden Lebanon Restaurant (Tanjung Bungah, Penang)

Garden Lebanon Restaurant, located in the Tanjung Bungah area, specializes in serving authentic Leba...

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Bertam Souk & Water Park, Penang
Water park

Bertam Souk & Water Park, Penang

The Bertam Souk & Water Park is a large and exciting theme park located in Kepala Batas on the main...

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Karpal Singh Drive
Tourist attraction

Karpal Singh Drive

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Hidden Spot View
Tourist attraction

Hidden Spot View

A secluded and lesser-known viewpoint on Penang Hill. Away from the main, crowded observation decks ...

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Cherok Tokun Nature Park (National forest)
National forest

Cherok Tokun Nature Park (National forest)

Cherok Tokun Nature Park is a large and popular forest reserve located at the foot of Bukit Mertaja...

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Tanjung Bungah Seaside Beaches
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Tanjung Bungah Seaside Beaches

This is a stretch of coastline and the beaches found in the residential seaside suburb of Tanjung B...

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Penang Road
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Penang Road

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