Penang is hailed as Malaysia’s food capital for a good reason – it features a vibrant street food culture that features the best Malaysian delicacies and flavours one could dream of. Featuring all manner of local favourites from warm noodle soups to spicy and flavourful bites, here are some of the best street food outlets to visit in Penang.
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Siam Road Char Koay Teow
Char Koay Teow is one of the must-try dishes in Malaysia and the best place to try it is at this outlet on Siam Road. Run by a father-and-son team, this street stall always has eager customers queuing up to taste its signature dish with stir-fried rice noodles, bean sprouts, pork lard and more.
Hameediyah Nasi Kandar
As one of the oldest nasi kandar stalls in Penang, just a quick walk from The George Penang by The Crest Collection, Hameediyah prides itself on excellent quality with its clean and air-conditioned interiors and a wide array of dishes. Make sure to try their best dishes which include mutton kurma, beef rendang and ayam kapitan.
Ali Nasi Lemak
If you’re looking for the best nasi lemak in town while enjoying the best hotel offers in Penang, then this store is the place for you. You’ll have the chance to watch your dish being prepared with steaming white rice, and a combination of mouthwatering elements and curries that explode with flavour once tried.
Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendol
The authentic cendol experience in Penang always begins here where the perfect cendol servings are found. Known for producing the best combination of flavours, this small but atmospheric outlet is perfect when you need a quick, cool desert under the sun.
