$chinese
Since 1966, this simple shop has been welcoming hungry guests who fancy home-style Malaysian food. Every dish is made à la minute and you can hear the wok sizzling after you place your order. Specialties include prawn curry – nice and thick, it has a good kick that goes well with the prawns. The fried threadfin with a sweet black sauce is not to be missed! The crispy fish fillet in sticky caramel soy sauce stands out, too. Arrive early to beat the crowd.
🕐 11:30-14:30,18:00-20:30 "Check Facebook"
$$Peranakan
It feels relaxing to sit in the glass-clad room drenched in natural light and furnished in faux-industrial style. In terms of food, they serve a neo-Nyonya menu with a strong East-meets-West concept. On top of Peranakan classics like otak-otak, Western influences are manifested in more adventurous creations such as laksa capellini. Even the desserts take a surprise twist, as in teh-ramisu that uses tea instead of coffee.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 4.5/5 · 80 条
Kota Dine & Coffee位于乔治市康华利斯堡内，主打娘惹菜与融合料理。多数评论认可其食物品质与服务态度，推荐尝试鸡沙爹、椰浆饭及三款风味焦糖布丁。餐厅提供室内外座位及空调环境。然而，负面反馈集中在用餐节奏混乱（上菜顺序错误）、部分菜品分量不足且口味平淡，以及咖啡选择有限。尽管有米其林指南收录，但服务细节与出餐效率存在争议，需结合个人对历史景点餐饮的容忍度考量。
适合对康华利斯堡历史感兴趣且能包容偶尔服务瑕疵的游客，建议提前确认营业时间并预留充足用餐时间。
🕐 We-Mo 11:00-16:00, 18:00-22:00; Tu off
$$$modern_malaysian, fine_dining
Gēn is Chinese for root. The owner-chef revisits his culinary roots and childhood memories with nostalgic flavours and a tasting menu driven by local seasonal produce, especially fish, whose courses never fail to surprise. The plating is particularly pleasing, and sometimes playful, such as the silky chicken soup in a glass bottle. The wine list boasts over 30 organic and biodynamic tipples that complement the food perfectly.
🕐 We-Su 12:00-22:00; Mo, Tu off
$malaysian
This halal stall only sells nasi lemak: the national dish of coconut milk rice wrapped in banana leaf, topped with sambal and one of the six toppings. Try anchovies with a hard-boiled egg. And go easy on the fiery sambal.
🕐 Mo-Sa 07:00-14:00; Su off
$$Innovative
Once a factory, this space furnished in retro industrial style fizzes with energy – not only because of the sizzling charcoal grill in the open kitchen, but also the fun, passionate service team. Chargrilled meats, seafood, and vegetables are the main event; the wild-caught giant shrimps with crispy garlic crumbles and chilli oil are a very popular choice. The warm banana cake with Baileys ice cream presents interesting contrasts in temperature.
$$Australian Contemporary
The discreet entrance and stairway may appear shabby, but the lofty, retro restaurant space on the upper floor of this heritage building (1937) is nothing short of sublime. The short Australian-inspired menu features over 10 appetisers and mains, made using organic produce from local indoor farms and its own garden. The speciality is seafood, and the crayfish and prawn étouffée tagliatelle stands out for its deep umami. Reservations are a must.
$$indian
Since 2014, this shop has been serving authentic Indian fare from all over the country. Its namesake signature biriyani is a must-try - pair with kongu nadu kozhi fry, or spicy dry-fried chicken with grated coconut, a Southern Indian speciality rich in tangy flavours. Also check the blackboard at the door for daily specials. Round off with house-made sweets or masala tea. Certain items are only served after 4 pm.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 4.2/5 · 80 条
Bite N Eat Dindigul Biriyani位于乔治城，平均评分4.2/5。多数食客称赞其食物质量高、分量足且价格实惠，特别是素食选择丰富，咖喱和比尔亚尼饭备受好评。服务总体友好高效，但个别评论指出存在语言障碍或态度冷淡的情况。环境简洁干净，适合快速用餐，但部分人认为缺乏个性。尽管有少数关于上菜慢或偏见的负面反馈，整体仍被视为值得尝试的平价印度餐厅。
适合追求高性价比、喜欢素食及传统印度风味的游客。
$$Italian
The concrete building hidden by lush greenery is easy to miss, but Chef Hong’s first-class slow food and artisan hand-made pasta are worth the hunt. Pappardelle with oxtail ragu boasts al dente noodles, balanced between richness and acidity, and generous dollops of fork-tender, melty oxtail ragu. The service can be slow, so just sit back and enjoy the music and wine between your orders. It doesn’t take reservations, so come early to beat the crowd.
$$$Barbecue
The historic building with a lofty ceiling is furnished in faux industrial style, providing the perfect foil for the central open fire grill. Ask for counter seats to make the most of the smoky vibe and high flames. Both set and á la carte menus are available. Start with hay smoked seasonal mushrooms, followed by tiger prawn in sweet, tangy Nyonya sauce. Beef lovers cannot fail but find their favourite cuts here – consider pre-ordering the dry-aged steaks in advance.
$Street Food
This stall in Little India serves a delicious range of samosas, including mutton, chicken, sardine, egg and vegetable. Encased in a crispy shell, the flavoursome fillings are moderately spicy. Prices are fair, too, so no wonder customers are prepared to queue.
$$Peranakan
The restored heritage building is home to a lavish restaurant with a high-ceilinged room, crystal chandeliers and scarlet velvet drapes. The concise menu showcases a good selection of Peranakan cooking alongside some vegetarian offerings. Meat lovers may try tamarind glazed grass-fed beef from down under, or the prawn geng curry that can be made vegetarian. Round it out with Markisa semifreddo. Also check out the competitively priced wine list.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 4.5/5 · 80 条
Kebaya Dining Room位于乔治市，以精致的娘惹菜和传统氛围著称。多数评论称赞其食物质量、热情服务及华丽的室内装饰，特别是古筝演奏增添了文化韵味。然而，部分负面评价指出存在上菜节奏不均、菜品口味平淡或过咸过熟的问题，亦有对卫生状况和服务态度的严厉批评。尽管整体评分较高，但体验一致性存在争议，建议食客对口味和服务细节保持合理预期。
适合追求精致娘惹文化体验和优雅环境的食客，但建议对口味和服务稳定性保持开放心态。
$$Austrian
The Austrian owner opened this restaurant in 2022 to serve hearty family favourites from his homeland like Wiener schnitzel, a traditional deep-fried breaded pork chop with a crispy crust and juicy meat. A veal cutlet may also be available on request. Salzburger nockerl, a sweet fluffy soufflé with house-made lingonberry sauce on the side, is simply unmissable. Also a wine importer, the owner has curated a splendid selection of Austrian tipples.
$$$Innovative
You need to look hard to find this place – there is no sign and the exterior looks barren. The stunning, moody interior is furnished in wabi-sabi style with lots of greenery, giving it a cosy and stylish ambience. The chef creates dishes underpinned by European techniques and punctuated by Malaysian twists. He offers three set menus that change every two months. Try the seven-course set to experience his vision in full glory.
$$Peranakan
Nestled in a neighbourhood rich in cultural heritage, Jawi House blends in seamlessly. The retro room sets the backdrop for the chef to experiment with recipes that combine Malay, Indian and Middle Eastern influences. On the menu, a good selection of biriyani with different ingredients are found alongside jawi laksa lemak (rice noodles with flaked tuna and mackerel in coconut milk broth) and papadum. Fish curry is always good; ask servers about the catch of the day.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 4.7/5 · 80 条
Jawi House位于乔治市步行街，是一家拥有米其林推荐的娘惹菜餐厅。食物质量普遍获好评，菜品家常且风味浓郁，如牛肉仁当、炸虾饼及素食选项备受推崇，但部分食客认为肉类处理或口味存在争议。服务高效友好，氛围宁静舒适，适合在历史建筑中用餐。关于价值，多数游客认为性价比高，但也有少数反馈认为价格与体验不符。需注意店内无酒精饮料供应，且前往洗手间需脱鞋，卫生状况见仁见智。总体而言，这是一家值得尝试的传统风味餐厅，建议提前预订。
适合寻求正宗娘惹风味且能接受无酒精环境及脱鞋如厕规定的游客。
$$Asian Contemporary
Located on a buzzy, vibrant street, Sambal serves a tantalising mix of Asian and European flavours. There’s a unique twist to the beloved Lap Mei Fun, with fragrant rice, Chinese sausage, char siew (honey BBQ pork) and crispy pork lard. The Udang Entangled claypot boasts a rich, creamy broth infused with Chinese wine, served with glass noodles and succulent prawns. The standout dessert is taro purée, a modern adaption of creamy Teochew yam.
$$$Innovative
This cosy restaurant is where Chef Fung experiments with his novel Asian fusion fare that melds local traditions and modern gastronomy. There is a theatrical element to his approach (think smoke, dry ice or sparklers), evoking a feeling both of déjà vu and jamais vu. His 6- to 10-course tasting menus may include playful interactive creations such as crispy flatbread on a mini easel, on which diners apply sauces in five colours with a brush.
$Small eats
The Pinn moved to this spot opposite Lee Jetty in 2023. Like the room, the menu is small but powerful, offering Malaysian-Chinese dishes, dumplings and even some Taiwanese and Indonesian titbits. Homemade mackerel fish balls are their speciality and you can order noodles on top to make it a complete meal. The food tends to be slightly on the sweet side to suit local tastebuds.
$$Malaysian
The faux cement wall works well with the warm wood furniture in this casual, relaxing restaurant, which is all about traditional Malaysian cooking: think nasi lemak, rendang beef, laksa, satay etc. Their skin-on mutton curry is a particular standout with its melty texture, big aromas and spot-on seasoning, hitting a sweet spot on the spice-o-meter. All ingredients are certified halal.
$Street Food
This shop with over 70 years of history serves not just Hainan-style chicken but also grilled chicken with chicken oil rice. The tangy chilli sauce made in-house cuts through the richness of the silky, juicy meat.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 4.0/5 · 80 条
Goh Thew Chik Hainan Chicken Rice位于乔治市，以午餐供应为主，售完即止。多数食客称赞其鸡肉嫩滑、米饭香浓且搭配辣椒酱风味绝佳，部分顾客特别推荐苹果青柠汁。服务态度总体友好，但亦有负面反馈指出个别店员态度不佳或处理卫生投诉不力。环境虽受本地人欢迎，但存在饭菜干硬、口味平淡等争议。整体评分中等，适合追求地道午餐体验的游客，但需注意营业时间和菜品一致性。
适合寻找地道乔治市午餐的游客，建议尽早前往以确保有货。
$chinese, malaysian
“Tok Tok” is an onomatopoeia of the sound made by a chef when kneading noodle dough with a bamboo pole, a tradition still practised at the entrance of this shop. Cantonese wonton noodle soup is a must-try for its bouncy noodles and flavoursome shrimp filling. Blanched noodles tossed with dried shrimp roe, and Cantonese barbecue meats are also popular. Also try their Chinese pastry – both BBQ pork pie and pandan kaya dumplings are terrific.
🕐 Fr-We 09:30-19:30
$$$Thai contemporary
A 150-year-old heritage building is home to this venture by the Thai chef of Le Du fame. The room, however, feels hip and lively thanks to a red colour scheme and a funky soundtrack. Sood means ‘ultimate’ in Thai and chef Ton imbues traditional Thai flavours with novel wow factors for a knock-out experience. Try his grilled Thai river prawns on salad greens with a sweet and spicy sauce. Head to the bar upstairs for live music after dinner.
$$Dim Sum
This is the place to go for an authentic yum cha experience and tasty Cantonese dim sum. The room has historic appeal, with details worth appreciating such as the patterned tile flooring and the moss garden. But it’s the dim sum that sets it apart – try steamed har gow dumplings made with local shrimp, and the deep-fried yam puffs in airy honeycomb crust. The owner also runs a bakery, and their Chinese baked goods are excellent.
$Noodles
The shop has been selling Penangese’ favourite fish ball soup for over 60 years and has been in this current spot since 2009. Fish balls are made daily in-house using flavoursome sea eel meat that complement their pork broth. Order “extra minced pork and fish ball” – minced pork refers to the flat pork balls – and top it with lots of crispy garlic bits. Homemade cakes and tarts end a meal perfectly, or take them home to enjoy later.
$Street Food
The chef-owner started his own business after years as a chef in a larger restaurant. Open for three hours a day, the shop is famous for his roasted duck with deep-red skin and juicy meat, for which customers are prepared to queue. The roasted pork belly and char siew are tasty extras.
🕐 Mo-Sa 12:30-15:00
$$$European Contemporary
This casual neighbourhood dining spot started out as a steakhouse, but switched to serving European cuisine with Asian influences. Their signature kataifi prawn is tiger prawn wrapped in crispy noodles, fried and served in a prawn bisque sauce. Meat lovers should check out the Australian Wagyu ribeye which is cooked to perfection on a charcoal grill. It comes with a range of condiments but the wasabi works best. Wine is available by the bottle only.
$$Peranakan
Ceki is decorated in a traditional vibe with antique clothing and knick-knacks that tell a story from the past. The extensive menu is chiefly composed of home-cooked style Peranakan cuisine and features interesting dishes that can be hard to find, such as too kwa kean. The high-quality seafood menu features signature dishes such as assam pedas fish and sambal goreng prawns paired with a knockout herbal sauce. With only a few large tables, booking is advisable.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 3.9/5 · 54 条
Ceki位于乔治市遗产建筑内，提供正宗娘惹菜。食物质量评价两极：多数食客赞赏其风味地道、摆盘精致及特色菜品如Keluwak nut chicken；但也有批评指出部分菜肴味道平淡或制作不精。服务方面，员工通常友好且专业，但个别体验因服务员过度推销而受损。氛围安静雅致，适合怀旧。主要争议在于性价比，部分顾客认为分量少且价格偏高，且上菜速度较慢，不适合赶时间的食客。
适合追求传统娘惹风味且对用餐节奏和预算有较高容忍度的食客。
$Street Food
For 30 years, this small outlet has been serving Hokkien-style noodles in prawn soup. The soup has a beautiful rich red colour and sweet umami flavour. Add a little textural variety to your bowl with tasty options such as braised pork ribs or roasted pork – both highly recommended.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 4.4/5 · 80 条
888福建面位于乔治城，以米其林推荐和地道风味著称。食客普遍称赞其汤底浓郁鲜美，面条口感佳，并可自选叉烧、排骨等配料。然而，负面评价指出用餐体验存在明显短板：环境闷热拥挤，缺乏空调；服务方面，部分顾客反映需自行点餐且可能面临长时间排队或上菜缓慢的问题。另有少数本地食客认为近期品质下滑，汤头过咸或食材新鲜度不足。总体而言，这是一家充满烟火气但舒适度有限的街头美食摊档。
适合追求地道风味且能忍受炎热拥挤环境的食客，建议错峰前往以避免长时间排队。
🕐 Fr-We 15:00-21:30
$Noodles
Located on a street corner, the signage is inconspicuous, but its popularity with locals mean that it can’t be missed. This simple eatery has been open for some 30 years, but only in the mornings, which makes it just the ticket to sample the local breakfast. The signature dish, koay teow th'ng, is rice noodle soup with fish balls, deep-fried garlic, shredded chicken and lettuce. The tasty soup broth is made from hen and pork bones.
🕐 Mo-Sa 06:00-12:00
$$Peranakan
Fashion designer Richard Rivalee shares his passion for Nyonya culture and Peranakan food in this smart vintage joint, whose knickknacks and heritage premises are a nod to the Baba-Nyonya culture. Deceptively simple, homespun dishes are finessed with spot-on seasoning and loads of punch. Otak-otak, or savoury fish egg custard, combines a velvety texture with just the right amount of heat. To reduce food waste, most items are available in two portion sizes.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 3.9/5 · 63 条
Richard Rivalee位于乔治市，主打娘惹菜。63条评论均分3.9/5。食物质量评价两极：部分食客称赞仁当鸡、参巴臭豆和蓝花饭美味，但亦有反馈认为菜品偏淡、咸或像泰式融合，缺乏传统食材如黑果。氛围方面，老宅内饰独特且精致，获好评；但服务与上菜节奏常受诟病，存在等待久或态度冷淡的情况。性价比争议较大，有人觉得合理，也有人认为价格偏高且体验不符预期。
适合追求独特老宅氛围和尝试娘惹风味的游客，但对传统正宗口味和服务效率有较高要求的食客需谨慎选择。
$$$Barbecue
Supervised by chef Benny Yeoh, Blacklinen serves expertly chargrilled food in a design-forward luxury hotel. At the door, the dry-aging fridge, where the premium meat is displayed, greets diners. The menu features dry- and wet-aged beef cuts, lamb and duck breast, rub shoulders with seafood, chicken and other steakhouse favourites. If in doubt, ask the attentive staff for suggestions. Be sure to save room for the tiramisu!
$$$European Contemporary
This fine dining restaurant in an 18C castle-turned heritage boutique hotel boasts graceful architecture and a stunning dining room done up in a colonial style with royal blue walls, white window shutters and a giant faux white tree in the centre. The 8-course tasting menu cannot be faulted and á la carte options are also plentiful. Each dish incorporates a variety of Asian ingredients and is intelligently devised and balanced. Make sure you save room for the desserts that are too good to miss!
$$seafood
Bali Hai has been feeding seafood lovers with the freshest critters and best quality fish for over ten years. Pick your own catch at the live fish tank by the entrance. Specify the way you want them cooked – in Teochew, Nyonya or even Thai style. The must-try “cereal prawns” are tossed in butter and milky oat powder that forms a crispy crust. Stir-fried crab with salted egg yolks that strikes a balance between umami and saltiness is not to be missed.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 3.7/5 · 80 条
Bali Hai Seafood Market位于Kampong Makam，以活海鲜水箱和新鲜食材著称。食客普遍赞赏其食物质量、友好的服务及独特的用餐氛围，特别是海鲜的多样性和烹饪的新鲜度。然而，价值感是主要争议点：许多评论指出价格高昂且缺乏透明度，存在按重量计价不明、额外收费（如未使用的湿毛巾）及“游客陷阱”式定价等问题。部分顾客认为尽管味道不错，但性价比低，甚至有人因账单意外而失望。总体而言，这里提供优质的海鲜体验，但需警惕消费陷阱。
适合追求极致新鲜海鲜且预算充足的食客，建议提前确认价格细节。
🕐 Mo 16:00-00:00; Tu-Su 08:00-14:30, 16:00-00:00
$chinese, Chicken_Rice
Into the third generation, this shop famous for Hainanese chicken rice also serves other Southeast Asian favourites. Chicken that boasts springy skin and velvety flesh can be ordered in halves or standard portions.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 3.4/5 · 74 条
Fatty Loh Chicken Rice位于丹绒道港，拥有自1969年以来的历史，以独特的古董装饰和怀旧氛围著称。食物方面，白海南鸡饭、烧鸡及药材炖鸡汤评价两极，部分食客认为鸡肉多汁美味，但也有反馈指出卫生状况堪忧，如餐具粘手、桌面脏污，甚至有极端负面评价称食物异味或烧肉焦黑。服务方面，支持微信/支付宝扫码点餐，效率较高，但个别体验不佳。整体而言，该店凭借米其林标签和独特环境吸引游客，但食物品质与卫生稳定性存在争议，适合对复古氛围感兴趣且能包容潜在卫生问题的食客。
适合喜欢复古古董氛围并想体验米其林标签的食客，但对卫生和口味稳定性需有心理准备。
🕐 Mo-Su 09:30-17:00
$Street Food
This shop in a market serves Penang-style curry mee at friendly prices. The mee is cooked over charcoal, in a well-balanced soup with spices, chilli paste and coconut milk; tofu puffs and spring squid add contrasting textures.
$Street Food
There are many shops in Penang selling roasted duck, but this stall's tender braised duck is packed with flavour, including soy sauce, anise and cinnamon. They also serve braised pork belly, pork intestines, egg and bean curd.
🕐 Tu-Su 15:30-20:30
$$$European Contemporary
Sweeping ocean views are nicely framed by brick-red curtains, walls and upholstery. Since 1973, Feringgi Grill has attracted a discerning following and the room retains its old-world romantic charm. On the menu, seafood and Aussie Wagyu beef are popular choices, and nothing starts a meal more theatrically than the tomato soup – prepared tableside and, flambéed with a splash of gin for extra fragrance. The private room seats 20, making it perfect for banquets.
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 4.5/5 · 80 条
Feringgi Grill位于槟城Batu Ferringhi的香格里拉Rasa Sayang度假村内，主打欧式当代料理与牛排。80份评论平均评分4.5/5。正面评价集中于服务（59次）和食物质量（53次），员工如Rosidi和Katherine备受赞誉，氛围优雅适合特殊场合。负面反馈主要涉及上菜节奏（16次）、性价比（9次）及服务波动（7次）。部分顾客认为价格偏高或食物仅属中等，另有极端案例提及着装规定争议。整体而言，这是一家提供精致用餐体验但需关注服务一致性的餐厅。
适合追求精致欧式餐饮体验、重视服务细节且预算充足的旅客。
$thai
泰国菜
🕐 We-Mo 12:00-22:00
$$italian
意大利菜
TripAdvisor 评论样本 · 4.4/5 · 80 条
Il Bacaro位于乔治市，在80份评论中平均得分4.4/5。多数食客赞赏其正宗的意大利风味、优质食材及出色的服务，特别是牛排和提拉米苏获高度评价，且提供丰富的无麸质选项。氛围温馨友好，酒单选择多样。然而，部分负面反馈指出近期可能存在管理变动，导致食物质量下降、服务平庸或上菜节奏不佳，亦有顾客抱怨披萨口感差及面包过硬。总体而言，餐厅评价两极分化，但主流观点仍认可其作为当地优质意式餐饮的选择。
适合寻求正宗意大利美食和友好氛围的食客，但建议避开高峰时段并留意近期关于菜品一致性的评价。
$$Peranakan
餐厅