Penang Is Food Heaven

Hello bies,

Let's discover the fascinating Penang! - with natural beauty, architecture and street art Penang dubbed as a jewel of the culture and tradition of Malaysia. This city is endowed with dazzling natural beauty along with unique architecture. 

As you guys know, Penang also indeed a FOOD HEAVEN. Not only being listed one of the top places to visit in the world as the food is also highly recommended with many foodies around the world. Wow! 

For your information; -

Penang – a world renowned exotic holiday destination – was known, once upon a time, as Pulau Pinang or the “Isle of the Betel Nut”. Listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 2008, this virgin paradise has no shortage of cultural sights and natural scenery. 

Nicknamed the Pearl of the Orient, Penang is famous for its soft sandy beaches and is fondly regarded as the food capital of Malaysia. Some of the most interesting sites of Penang include the sandy beaches of Tanjung Bungah, the landscape from the summit of Penang Hill and the vipers in the Snake Temple. The quaint nooks and crannies of Georgetown and the Tropical Spice Garden – the only spice garden in South East Asia – as well as Penang’s many flea markets, pasar malams’, KOMTAR and modern shopping malls also merit a visit.

In this post, I'm going to share what the best places of food at Penang!

1. Transfer Road Roti Canai

Transfer Road Roti Canai is one of the legendary roti canai in town. We've featured it in our best breakfast in Penang list - Malaysian's favorite!. Grab a chair and taste the best roti canai ever in town with the locals. I recommend beef gravy and chicken curry. The curry is so delicious!. They operating at 8AM until 11AM. You guys must try it! 

2. Bangkok Lane Mee Goreng

Penang style Mee Goreng is definitely a must eat in the Pearl of the Orient. The uncle is local Indian but speaks fluent Hokkien, when he’s in a good mood you can spot him showing off his Hokkien while cooking. Well, I guess this is the beauty of mixture culture in Penang. The stall is operating at 8AM until 6.30PM (closed on Monday).

3. Penang Road Chendol

Enjoy with yourself with a bowl of Penang famous chendol is a must after some mouthwatering dishes. Upon you are reaching Penang Road, you'll spot enthusiastic crowd queuing patiently to taste the legendary teow chew chendol.

Trust me, this is the street food you can't afford to miss in Penang!. They have been opened several outlets in Penang, but I'm still thinking that roadside one tastes the best ever! One is always not enough for me. *finger-crossed*

4. Air Itam Laksa

How can you miss Penang’s state dish laksa right? So, here comes two delectable laksa stall for you. There are two try worthy laksa in Air Itam. If you’re visiting Kek Lok Si or Penang Hill, do remember to visit this two stalls. First, it’s the super famous Air Itam Laksa. It’s always crowded as it’s loved by the local and tourists. I personally like it too as the broth is rich and the fish is fresh. They're operating at 10.30AM until 7PM. Take note!

Penang is one of the world's top eating destination! Street food or hawker food is the city's biggest draw. I just shared the top 4 of best food in town of Penang.  So, bring your friends or family to Penang! Come on, guys!  That's all from me! - love, tinie