PENANG'S CULINARY DELIGHTS

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Authentic flavors that define Penang's culinary identity

Asam Laksa
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Asam Laksa

A tangy and spicy fish-based noodle soup that is a signature dish of Penang.

RM 5 to 8
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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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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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Cendol
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Cendol

A refreshing shaved ice dessert perfect for a hot day.

RM 3 to 5
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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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Nasi Biryani
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Nasi Biryani

A fragrant and flavorful rice dish cooked with a variety of spices and meat.

RM 10 to 20
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Annabelle's Place
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Annabelle's Place

Annabelle's Place is a restaurant or cafe with a personal and charming name, suggesting a cozy, inti...

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UMI Japanese Restaurant (Lexis Suites Penang)
Restaurant

UMI Japanese Restaurant (Lexis Suites Penang)

UMI Japanese Restaurant, situated within Lexis Suites Penang, offers a refined Japanese dining exper...

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Pasembur kulim
Hawker stall

Pasembur kulim

This hawker stall is known for its Pasembur.

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吉灵万山 古早味早餐
Breakfast restaurant

吉灵万山 古早味早餐

This breakfast spot, located at the Chowrasta Market (known as "Keling Wan San" in Hokkien), serves ...

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Che Haha Halo-Halo Bingsu Dessert Georgetown
Dessert shop

Che Haha Halo-Halo Bingsu Dessert Georgetown

This dessert shop is known for serving a fusion of desserts, including the Filipino Halo-Halo and th...

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Via Pre Penang Italian Restaurant
Italian restaurant

Via Pre Penang Italian Restaurant

Via Pre on Lebuh Penang is an authentic Italian restaurant and delicatessen. It offers a genuine tas...

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Viewing Area
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Viewing Area

This "Viewing Area" is located along Pintasan Cecil, a road in the George Town area. Situated in a ...

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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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The Light by IJM
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The Light by IJM

The Light is a large-scale, modern, and prestigious integrated waterfront development by the develo...

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Little India Arch ( குட்டி இந்தியா நுழைவாயில்/Gerbang India Kecil)
Tourist attraction

Little India Arch ( குட்டி இந்தியா நுழைவாயில்/Gerbang India Kecil)

The Little India Arch is an ornate and colorful gateway that serves as the official entrance to the...

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Balik Pulau Paddy Field
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Balik Pulau Paddy Field

The paddy fields of Balik Pulau are a quintessential feature of the district's serene and scenic ru...

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Georgetown World Heritage Site
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Georgetown World Heritage Site

The George Town World Heritage Site refers to the historic core of Penang's capital city, which was...

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