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Must-Try Penang Dishes

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

Nasi Kunyit
Must Try

Nasi Kunyit

A ceremonial dish made of glutinous rice soaked with turmeric and steamed with coconut milk, often shaped into a mound.

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Char Koay Teow
Popular

Char Koay Teow

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Boiled Octopus
Favorite

Boiled Octopus

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Grilled Stingray
Must Try

Grilled Stingray

Stingray wings marinated in sambal paste, wrapped in banana leaves, and grilled ...

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Leng Chee Kang
Must Try

Leng Chee Kang

A cooling dessert soup containing lotus seeds, longan, malva nut, and various dr...

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Kerabu Chicken Bok Nee
Must Try

Kerabu Chicken Bok Nee

A Nyonya salad combining shredded chicken with crunchy wood ear fungus in a spic...

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Nyonya Laksa
Featured

Nyonya Laksa

Noodles served in a rich, spicy coconut milk-based curry broth.

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Dining Destinations

Featured Places To Eat

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

Durian D Genting Balik Pulau
Fruits wholesaler

Durian D Genting Balik Pulau

Durian D Genting Balik Pulau is a durian wholesaler and stall located in the hills of Balik Pulau, a...

Kedai Makanan Dan Minuman Pazlina Harun
Restaurant

Kedai Makanan Dan Minuman Pazlina Harun

This is a simple, local eatery (kedai makanan dan minuman) on Jalan Argyll, run by Pazlina Harun. It...

Bread History (Prangin Mall)
Bakery

Bread History (Prangin Mall)

Bread History at Prangin Mall is a branch of the well-known Penang-based bakery chain, located in th...

JapSatay Batu Uban
Malaysian restaurant

JapSatay Batu Uban

This Malaysian restaurant is known for its satay.

Restoran How Kee Seafood Village 豪记
Seafood restaurant

Restoran How Kee Seafood Village 豪记

Restoran How Kee Seafood Village is a Chinese seafood restaurant that aims to create a rustic, "vill...

Bón Wine and Dine Bistro Café
Restaurant

Bón Wine and Dine Bistro Café

Bón Wine and Dine is a restaurant and bistro located at the Heritage Club on Jalan Scotland, offeri...

Restoran Joo Huat 裕發餐室
Chinese restaurant

Restoran Joo Huat 裕發餐室

Restoran Joo Huat is a long-standing Chinese restaurant located in the Jelutong area. It is a tradit...

Desiran Burger
Hamburger restaurant

Desiran Burger

Desiran Burger is a hamburger stall located along Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang. It operates as a roadsi...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

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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Hai Tang Ma Mazu Statue
Tourist attraction

Hai Tang Ma Mazu Statue

The Hai Tang Ma Mazu Statue is a prominent and majestic landmark located in Taman Macang Manis, Buk...

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Antarctic Snow World
Tourist attraction

Antarctic Snow World

Antarctic Snow World at Straits Quay is a unique indoor attraction in Penang that brings a winter w...

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Tanjung Bungah Seaside Beaches
Tourist attraction

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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Ong Jetty
Tourist attraction

Ong Jetty

Ong Jetty is one of the historic clan jetties that form a unique waterfront community in George Tow...

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Penang Events

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03 Mar 2026
Poh Hock Seah “Chneah Hoay” Return Journey Procession (寶福社请火回程游行)

Poh Hock Seah “Chneah Hoay” Return Journey Procession (寶福社请火回程游行)

“Chneah Hoay” Return Journey Procession starts from Seng Ong Beow at Jalan C.Y. Choy. The homage flag, giant Chingay...

05 Feb 2026
Penang Digitalization AI Conference & Exhibition

Penang Digitalization AI Conference & Exhibition

Penang Digitalization AI Conference & Exhibition on 05 Feb 2026 at SPICE Arena,.

21 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026
A SEASON OF FORTUNE

A SEASON OF FORTUNE

A SEASON OF FORTUNE 21 January - 28 February 2026

13 Feb 2026
Kek Lok Si Temple CNY Celebrations 2026 (Penang, Malaysia)

Kek Lok Si Temple CNY Celebrations 2026 (Penang, Malaysia)

Kek Lok Si Temple CNY Celebrations 2026 (槟城鹤山极乐寺农历新年庆祝活动2026), Penang's flagship Chinese N...

16 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
Sundown Festival

Sundown Festival

Unwind at Sounds from the East 2026 – After Work Cheer at Design Village Outlet Mall with great food, live music and r...

08 Nov 2026
Deepavali

Deepavali

Deepavali on 8 November 2026.

27 Sep 2026
iMedia Retail Summit SEA 2026

iMedia Retail Summit SEA 2026

iMedia Retail Summit SEA 2026 on 27 Sep 2026 at Angsana Teluk Bahang Penang,.

19 Nov 2026
30th Congress of the Asia Pacific Society of Respirology (APSR) 2026

30th Congress of the Asia Pacific Society of Respirology (APSR) 2026

30th Congress of the Asia Pacific Society of Respirology (APSR) 2026 on 19 Nov 2026 at Setia SPICE Convention Centre,108...

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Experience The Local Markets

Penang Markets

Night markets (pasar malam), flea markets, wet markets, farmers' markets and fishermen's markets worth exploring

Saturday
Pasar malam sabtu / pasar ramadhan

Pasar malam sabtu / pasar ramadhan

Held every Saturday in Taman Pauh Jaya, this night market is a popular weekend destination. During the fasting month, it...

Monday; Tuesday; Wednesday; Thursday; Friday; Saturday
Cilantro's Farmers Market

Cilantro's Farmers Market

A specialized shop or market in Tanjung Bungah focusing on organic and high-quality produce. It caters to the health-con...

Everyday
Market And Food Complex Jalan Permai, Gelugor

Market And Food Complex Jalan Permai, Gelugor

This complex serves the residents of Gelugor and the nearby university area. It houses a wet market for groceries and a ...

Monday
Macallum Street Night Market

Macallum Street Night Market

Held on Mondays, this is one of the most popular night markets near the George Town city center. It serves the residents...

Everyday
Anson Road Morning Market

Anson Road Morning Market

A roadside morning market that serves the residents of the Anson Road and Siam Road areas. It is a convenient stop for q...

Monday
Pasar Malam Taman Delima

Pasar Malam Taman Delima

Held on Mondays, this night market serves Taman Sri Delima in Juru/Simpang Ampat. It offers a variety of local goods. ...

Friday
Pasar Malam Permatang Sintok

Pasar Malam Permatang Sintok

Held on Fridays, this market serves Permatang Sintok. It offers a variety of local goods. The market is a lively even...

Monday
Teluk Bahang market (Pasar Teluk Bahang)

Teluk Bahang market (Pasar Teluk Bahang)

This weekly night market operates on Mondays in the tourist and fishing village of Teluk Bahang. It serves both the loca...

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