First-timer's guide to George Town
Food scene (inexhaustible)
I've way too many recommendations for food in Penang - but I recommend a mix of hawker to fine dining as the choices in Penang are now myriad. Please see updated recommendations on https://www.facebook.com/TheShophouseinGT
Typical Nasi Kandar (Indian muslim curry rice) of Penang. An old favourite.
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Restoran Nasi Kandar Line Clear
Typical Nasi Kandar (Indian muslim curry rice) of Penang. An old favourite.
Iconic place to try out hainanese toast with kaya (egg jam) and coffee. Also my immediate neighbour, and you'll smell the aroma of baking bread in the afternoon.
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Toh Soon Cafe
Lebuh CampbellIconic place to try out hainanese toast with kaya (egg jam) and coffee. Also my immediate neighbour, and you'll smell the aroma of baking bread in the afternoon.
Muntri Mews
77 Lebuh MuntriWesternised Asian and fusion fare
View + Food
It's all about food and ambience - sometimes one might be better than the other
Babylon Bistro
The grande old dame of Penang - the oldest hotel and established by the Sarkies brothers from Armenia who went on to found the Raffles Hotel in Singapore
E&O Hotel
10 Lebuh FarquharThe grande old dame of Penang - the oldest hotel and established by the Sarkies brothers from Armenia who went on to found the Raffles Hotel in Singapore
Three Sixty Revolving Restaurant and Rooftop Bar
25-A Lebuh FarquharYour visit to George Town won't be complete without a visit to...
The best live music scene in town. The longest cake table. The best drinks. The most iconic experience for everyone from young to old!
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China House
153 Beach StThe best live music scene in town. The longest cake table. The best drinks. The most iconic experience for everyone from young to old!
For the art and Weekend market. Super great vibes at the weekend market! indie, grungy, inspirational.
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Hin Bus Depot
31A Jalan GurdwaraFor the art and Weekend market. Super great vibes at the weekend market! indie, grungy, inspirational.