Penang. One of the most visited tourist destinations in Malaysia. Finally documenting my short trip in 2019. I know I know, 2 years late. But better late then never. right?
Penang is a food haven. And these are the places I visited during the 4D3N there:
Kafka Penang
Wowtea
Chulia Street Hawkers
Manchu Penang
Backdoor Bodega
China House
The Canteen at China House
Penang Road Famous Laksa
Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul
Joo Hooi Cafe
The Alley Penang
Hazels Murmur
Constant Gardener Coffee
Selfie Coffee @ Jupiter's Bay
Kafka Penang
After checking into our hotel, a friend who stays in Penang drove us to this cafe just cos we wanted to start off with the rich cafe culture here.
15, Jalan Kelawai, George Town
Wowtea
We went to the alley where a lot of bubble tea brands reside. Since the other brands are also found in Singapore, we decided to visit this brand.
RM 13.90/2pax
172, Jalan Hutton, George Town
Chulia Street Hawkers
We were staying super near this line of street hawkers who will open up every 6pm-12am. So decided to try some of the food there, like the Wanton Mee, Char Kway Teow, and Lor Bak. It was so near our hotel we decided to dabao the CKT back instead.
RM 6 for Wanton Mee
RM 8 for Lor Bak
RM7 for Char Kway Teow
Chulia Street, George Town
Manchu Penang
Our Penang friend brought us to this really cool oriental-inspired bar which has a non-existent hidden door. Really cool, crowded and well liked by the audiences.
RM 77/Asahi
38 & 40, Jalan Pintal Tali, George Town
Backdoor Bodega
Another cool hidden bar. This was totally off the radar as we had to walk through another shop, all the way into the back of it, before going into a unassuming backdoor to reach this bar. IT. WAS. SO. COOL. Bartenders also could concoct something based on your preferences. My fav place so far during the trip.
RM 200/3pax
37, Jalan Gurdwara, George Town
China House
One of the most famous eateries in Penang, I do not know anyone who will miss this place when they are visiting Penang for the first time. I love the cakes, especially the Tiramisu. For a cake lover like me, this is heaven.
RM 94.75/2pax
153, Beach Street, Georgetown
The Canteen at China House
This was the bar side of the China House eatery. Atmosphere was totally amazing and everyone was high, music was good. Damn I miss this place,
RM 75.05/2pax
183B, Lebuh Victoria, George Town
Penang Road Famous Laksa
When in Penang, must try their famous Penang Laksa! However, I didn't feel very wowed by this as I think I could find something similar in Singapore as well.
RM 5.50/bowl
5 Lebuh Keng Kwee, George Town
Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul
Right on the street where we tried the laksa, so we visited the supposedly famous cendol. Not sure if its because I wasn't really a cendol fan to begin with, or it was the wrong stall?
RM 3.20/bowl
4 2, Lebuh Keng Kwee, George Town
Joo Hooi Cafe
Oyster omelette here was so so. Think I can find better ones in SG and JB. But what's good about this place was that, you could sit down and order the Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul at the same time and will be served.
475, Jalan Penang, George Town
The Alley Penang
Got to know some really cool people while we were drinking at Backdoor Bodega and found out they were working at this cafe, so we decided to visit this place!
RM 33/2pax
5, Stewart Lane, Georgetown
Hazels Murmur
Visited our friend's newly opened cafe. At the time of my writing, it has since changed owners :(
RM 70/2pax
11, Jalan Tanjung Bungah
Constant Gardener Coffee
Apparently one of the most famous baristas reside here. I had to come try their coffee!
Ground Floor, Penang Chinese Chamber Of Commerce Building, 9, Lebuh Light, George Town
Selfie Coffee @ Jupiter's Bay
Our last bar before we leave Penang. It had shisha, which my friend really wanted to try. Was also stalked by this creepy looking guy while we were sitting outdoors with our drinks and shisha, but the staff kindly helped to chase him away.
RM 40/2pax
37, Love Lane, George Town
We got stopped halfway too at another occasion while walking past a tipsy guy and he spouted some gibberish as well. The best thing to do? Be very aware of your personal belongings (cos you never know if they are just trying to distract you and pick-pocket) and just smile and walk away. (well if they look creepy then don't smile at all hahah)
Well, even though Penang was a pretty safe place, do be careful when going to night places like bars and clubs. After all, these are the places where creeps will prey on unknowing victims.
All in all, I loved my trip to Penang and would totally revisit again!
