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43 Dishes
3300+ Places to Eat
540+ Attractions
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Nasi Dalca
Banana Leaf Rice
Culinary Excellence

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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Kway Chap
Popular

Kway Chap

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Asam Laksa
Favorite

Asam Laksa

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Apom Manis
Must Try

Apom Manis

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

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Hokkien Mee
Must Try

Hokkien Mee

A flavorful and aromatic noodle soup with a rich broth.

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Oh Chien
Must Try

Oh Chien

A savory omelette filled with fresh oysters.

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Chai Kuih
Featured

Chai Kuih

Steamed vegetable dumplings with a thin, translucent skin.

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Dining Destinations

Featured Places To Eat

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

Roti Canai Pak Tam
Restaurant

Roti Canai Pak Tam

This restaurant is known for its Roti Canai.

Soon Lai Seafood 顺来本地海鲜
Seafood restaurant

Soon Lai Seafood 顺来本地海鲜

This restaurant is known for its classic Chinese stir-fried seafood dishes. Popular items include Ka...

Red Garden Food Paradise
Food court

Red Garden Food Paradise

This is a large, popular food court known for its wide variety of local Penang hawker food and live ...

Nasi Kandar Nasi Dalca Dawood
Indian Muslim restaurant

Nasi Kandar Nasi Dalca Dawood

This restaurant is well-known for serving both Nasi Kandar and Nasi Dalca.

Char Mee Hoon Seng
Hawker stall

Char Mee Hoon Seng

This hawker stall is known for its stir-fried rice vermicelli (Char Mee Hoon).

Alamak Kopitiam @ Argyll Road
Restaurant

Alamak Kopitiam @ Argyll Road

Alamak Kopitiam on Argyll Road is a modern coffee shop that plays on the common Malaysian expression...

The Grove Brasserie
Restaurant

The Grove Brasserie

The Grove Brasserie offers a dining experience that combines European-inspired cuisine with a relaxe...

Cheng Sim Vegetarian Restaurant
Vegetarian restaurant

Cheng Sim Vegetarian Restaurant

A long-established vegetarian restaurant known for its affordable economy rice, offering a very wide...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Hutan simpan teluk bahang (Air terjun buatan manusia)
Tourist attraction

Hutan simpan teluk bahang (Air terjun buatan manusia)

Translates to "Teluk Bahang Forest Reserve (Made Waterfall)." A beautifully landscaped, half man-ma...

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Hean Boo Keong Temple
Place of worship

Hean Boo Keong Temple

Hean Boo Keong Temple is a fascinating Chinese temple located in the Bayan Lepas area, distinguishe...

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Lion Dance Wall Art
Tourist attraction

Lion Dance Wall Art

The Lion Dance Wall Art is a vibrant and dynamic mural in George Town that captures the energy and ...

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Green Lane convent 1961 (heritage school)
Tourist attraction

Green Lane convent 1961 (heritage school)

The historic building of the Convent Green Lane secondary school, which was established in 1961. Th...

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Bukit Dumbar Jelutong
Tourist attraction

Bukit Dumbar Jelutong

Bukit Dumbar is a small hill and a well-known public park located in the Jelutong area. It is a uni...

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What's Happening

Penang Events

Stay updated with the latest festivals, exhibitions, and cultural celebrations

10 Nov 2025 - 15 Jan 2026
Frames of Penang Photography Competition

Frames of Penang Photography Competition

Frames of Penang Photography Competition period from 10 November 2025 - 15 January 2026.

21 Mar 2026
Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri on 21 March 2026.

22 Feb 2026
Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会)

Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会)

Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会) on 22 February 2026.

31 Aug 2026
Merdeka Day

Merdeka Day

Merdeka Day on 31 August 2026.

08 Nov 2026
Deepavali

Deepavali

Deepavali on 8 November 2026.

14 Dec 2025
Penang Bridge International Marathon

Penang Bridge International Marathon

Penang Bridge International Marathon on 14 December 2025.

13 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2026
World Miniature Hobby Show & MALCOM 2026

World Miniature Hobby Show & MALCOM 2026

MALCOM 2026 takes place 13–14 June at Setia Spice Convention Centre, Penang. Discover world-class miniature displays, ...

31 May 2026
Wesak Day

Wesak Day

Wesak Day on 31 May 2026.

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Sago Quick Lunch by Penang Marriott Hotel
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Seafood Showcase Buffet Dinner by Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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