Best Local Food in Penang

Penang

Penang is famously known as the food paradise. It is a beautiful multicultural state and heritage site. In Penang, you need to follow the footsteps of the locals to search for their amazing local food. 

Below are some of the best local food in Penang that we think you should try when you visit there! 

Best Local Food in Penang

Air Itam Sister Curry Mee

Jalan Air Itam, Pekan Ayer Itam
  • Curry mee is a typical local dish of Malaysia which consists of thick and savoury curry broth with a handful of beancurd puff, beansprout and meat. It is a strong aromatic and flavourful dish that you could find all around South-east Asia. However, different countries have different fusion of their own curry mee.
  • Average RM4 per bowl
  • Savoury
  • Spicy
  • Breakfast | Lunch
Image by Wil via flickr

This Penang style curry mee is cooked by 2 sisters and has been selling this famous curry mee since 1946. The specialty of this particular curry mee is the two major ingredients, chilli and cuttlefish. It is unique because Penang is an island famous for its seafood which is the reason for the freshness of its cuttlefish. Additionally, this curry mee is cooked over a charcoal stove which makes it even authentic and flavourful.

Opening Hours:
Wed – Mon (7:30am – 1pm)

Note: Non-halal

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Penang road Teochew Cendol

Lebuh Keng Kwee, Georgetown
  • As Malaysia is a hot and humid country, we always crave for icy cold dessert to cool down the heat. Cendol is a bowl of sweet cold dessert that contains coconut milk, palm sugar syrup and green rice flour jelly.
  • Average RM3 per bowl
  • Sweet
  • Cold
  • Dessert

Even though it’s just a simple bowl of cendol, the fact that it had expanded from a small pushcart business to owning multiple outlets prove that it is the best of the best in town. You could still find the original pushcart tuck away in Penang Road.

Opening Hours:
Mon – Fri (10:30am – 7pm)
Sat – Sun (10am – 7:30pm)

Note: It is impossible to get a seat during peak hours or holidays

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Air Itam Laksa

Jalan Pasar, Pekan Ayer Itam
Image by LawHuiSheng via flickr
  • Laksa is arguably the local dish with various kinds of fusion all around South-east Asia. Even in Malaysia, you can find different types of laksa in different states. Basically, laksa is a spicy noodle soup consisting of noodles (can be thick wheat noodles or rice vermicelli), various meat (chicken or seafood) and served in either coconut milk curry or sour asam soup.
  • Average RM4 per bowl
  • Sweet and Savoury
  • Spicy
  • Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Image by Krista via flickr

The Air Itam Laksa is a bowl of rice vermicelli noodles with sweet and sour prawn soup topped with cucumber, onions, red chillies, pineapple, lettuce, mint and ginger. The key to this delicious laksa is the signature ‘hae ko’ which is the thick and sweet prawn paste and shredded mackerel fish. 

Opening Hours:
Thurs – Tues (10:30am – 7pm)

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New Siam Road Char Kuey Tiao

Jalan Siam, Georgetown
Image by tripadvisor
  • Char Kuey Tiao is a Hokkien phrase, ‘Char’ means stir-fried and ‘Kuey Tiao’ refers to the flat rice noodles. It is another popular dish in South-east Asia with its own fusion style in different towns.
  • Average RM6.50 per plate
  • Savoury
  • Wok Hei
  • Lunch | Dinner
Image by rojakdaily

Penang style char kuey tiao is lighter compared to Singapore style with its black sauce. This Siam Road Char Kuey Tiao has been famous for its scrumptious dish and has been featured in various news. Owned by an old uncle who is known as the ‘Char Kuey Tiao King’, this dish is cooked on a pushcart at the corner of Siam Road. Popular for the wok hei in each plate of char kuey tiao, you can often see a long queue in front of the pushcart. Wok hei is the art of cooking that involves cooking the noodles over hot coal to bring out the maximum aroma. With the touch of large and juicy cockles and crispy pork lards, this is truly the best local food in Penang. 

Opening Hours:
Mon – Sat (12pm – 7pm)
Closed on Sunday

Note: Non-halal

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Genting Cafe Chee Cheong Fun

Lorong Delima 3, Taman Island Glades
Image by knowenoughhappy via flickr
  • Chee Cheong Fun is a dish of rice noodle roll top with sweet soy sauce. It is commonly served as a snack with a variety of dimsum. However, in Malaysia and Singapore, it is served as its very own dish. There are a variety of Chee Cheong Fun in Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and Singapore.
  • Small portion: 2 pieces of rice rolls for RM2.60
  • Sweet
  • Peanut Butter and shrimp paste
  • Breakfast | Lunch

Penang Chee Cheong Fun is famous for its shrimp paste. However, Genting Cafe Chee Cheong Fun has brought it up to another level by adding peanut butter. Yes, you do not read it wrong! This colorful plate of Chee Cheong Fun consists of brown sauce (peanut butter), dark brown sauce (shrimp paste) and red chili sauce. All these sauces miraculously work well together to create a perfectly delicious and new-fusion chee cheong fun. 

Opening Hours:
Sat – Tues, Thurs (8am – 3pm)
Closed on Fridays and Wednesdays

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    עיצוב קומפקטי ונוח לנשיאה
    אחד ההיתרונות העיקריים של מכשירי האידוי הוא היותם קטנים, קלילים ונוחים לנשיאה. המשתמש יכול לקחת את העט האידוי לכל מקום – למשרד, לטיול או למסיבות חברתיות – מבלי שהמכשיר יהווה מטרד או יהיה מסורבל.

    הגודל הקטן מאפשר להסתיר אותו בכיס בקלות, מה שמאפשר שימוש דיסקרטי ונוח יותר.

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    עטי האידוי מצטיינים ביכולתם להתאים לשימוש בסביבות מגוונות. בין אם אתם בעבודה או במפגש, ניתן להשתמש בהם באופן לא מורגש ובלתי מפריעה.

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    יתרה מכך, בשל חוסר בעירה, ההארומות הטבעיים מוגנים, מה שמוסיף להנאה מהמוצר וה�נאה הכוללת.

    קלות שימוש ואחזקה
    מכשירי הוופ מיוצרים מתוך גישה של נוחות הפעלה – הם מתאימים הן לחדשים והן לחובבי מקצוע.

    רוב המכשירים מופעלים בהפעלה פשוטה, והתכנון כולל חילופיות של חלקים (כמו מיכלים או גביעים) שמקלים על התחזוקה והאחזקה.

    תכונה זו מגדילה את אורך החיים של המוצר ומבטיחה תפקוד אופטימלי לאורך זמן.

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    Balanset-1A: Advanced Mobile Balancer & Vibration Analyzer
    Industrial-grade Dynamic Balancing Solution
    Balanset-1A represents an innovative solution for vibration correction of rotors in their own bearings, manufactured by Estonian company Vibromera OU. The device ensures professional equipment balancing at €1,751, which is significantly cheaper than traditional vibration analyzers while maintaining high measurement accuracy. The system enables on-site balancing directly at the equipment’s installation site without requiring dismantling, which is essential for reducing production downtime.
    About the Manufacturer
    Vibromera OU is an Estonian company focusing in the development and production of devices for technical diagnostics of industrial equipment. The company is registered in Estonia (registration number 14317077) and has branches in Portugal.
    Contact Information:

    Official website: https://vibromera.eu/shop/2/

    Technical Specifications
    Measurement Parameters
    Balanset-1A ensures high-precision measurements using a twin-channel vibration analysis system. The device measures RMS vibration velocity in the range of 0-80 mm/s with an accuracy of ±(0.1 + 0.1?Vi) mm/s. The working frequency range is 5-550 Hz with possible extension to 1000 Hz. The system supports RPM measurement from 250 to 90,000 RPM with phase angle determination accuracy of ±1 degree.
    Working Principle
    The device uses phase-sensitive vibration measurement technology with MEMS accelerometers ADXL335 and laser tachometry. Two uniaxial accelerometers measure mechanical oscillations proportional to acceleration, while a laser tachometer generates impulse signals for determining rotation frequency and phase angle. Digital signal processing includes FFT analysis for frequency analysis and specialized algorithms for automatic computation of correction masses.
    Full Kit Contents
    The standard Balanset-1A delivery includes:

    Measurement unit with USB interface – primary module with integrated preamplifiers, integrators, and ADC
    2 vibration sensors (accelerometers) with 4m cables (optionally 10m)
    Optical sensor (laser tachometer) with 50-500mm measuring distance
    Magnetic stand for sensor mounting
    Electronic scales for precise measurement of corrective masses
    Software for Windows 7-11 (32/64-bit)
    Plastic transport case
    Complete set of cables and documentation

    Functional Capabilities
    Vibrometer Mode
    Balanset-1A works as a comprehensive vibration analyzer with abilities for measuring overall vibration level, FFT spectrum analysis up to 1000 Hz, determining amplitude and phase of the fundamental frequency (1x), and continuous data recording. The system provides visualization of time signals and spectral analysis for equipment condition diagnostics.
    Balancing Mode
    The device supports one-plane (static) and dual-plane (dynamic) balancing with automatic calculation of correction masses and their installation angles. The unique influence coefficient saving function allows significant acceleration of follow-up balancing of similar equipment. A specialized grinding wheel balancing mode uses the three-correction-weight method.
    Software
    The user-friendly program interface offers step-by-step guidance through the balancing process, making the device usable to personnel without specific training. Key functions include:

    Automatic tolerance calculation per ISO 1940
    Polar diagrams for imbalance visualization
    Result archiving with report generation capability
    Metric and imperial system support
    Multilingual interface (English, German, French, Polish, Russian)

    Application Areas and Equipment Types
    Industrial Equipment
    Balanset-1A is effectively employed for balancing fans (centrifugal, axial), pumps (hydraulic, centrifugal), turbines (steam, gas), centrifuges, compressors, and electric motors. In manufacturing facilities, the device is used for balancing grinding wheels, machine spindles, and drive shafts.
    Agricultural Machinery
    The device offers exceptional value for agriculture, where uninterrupted operation during season is critically important. Balanset-1A is applied for balancing combine threshing drums, shredders, mulchers, mowers, and augers. The ability to balance on-site without equipment disassembly enables avoiding costly downtime during critical harvest periods.
    Specialized Equipment
    The device is effectively used for balancing crushers of various types, turbochargers, drone propellers, and other high-speed equipment. The speed frequency range from 250 to 90,000 RPM covers essentially all types of industrial equipment.
    Superiority Over Alternatives
    Economic Effectiveness
    At a price of €1,751, Balanset-1A delivers the functionality of devices costing €10,000-25,000. The investment pays for itself after preventing just 2-3 bearing failures. Cost reduction on outsourced balancing specialist services totals thousands of euros annually.
    Ease of Use
    Unlike sophisticated vibration analyzers requiring months of training, mastering Balanset-1A takes 3-4 hours. The step-by-step guide in the software permits professional balancing by personnel without specific vibration diagnostics training.
    Portability and Independence
    The complete kit weighs only 4 kg, with power supplied through the laptop’s USB port. This enables balancing in field conditions, at distant sites, and in difficult-access locations without external power supply.
    Universal Application
    One device is appropriate for balancing the broadest spectrum of equipment – from small electric motors to large industrial fans and turbines. Support for single and dual-plane balancing covers all standard tasks.
    Real Application Results
    Drone Propeller Balancing
    A user achieved vibration reduction from 0.74 mm/s to 0.014 mm/s – a 50-fold improvement. This demonstrates the outstanding accuracy of the device even on small rotors.
    Shopping Center Ventilation Systems
    Engineers successfully balanced radial fans, achieving decreased energy consumption, removed excessive noise, and extended equipment lifespan. Energy savings offset the device cost within several months.
    Agricultural Equipment
    Farmers note that Balanset-1A has become an indispensable tool preventing costly breakdowns during peak season. Decreased vibration of threshing drums led to lower fuel consumption and bearing wear.
    Investment and Delivery Terms
    Current Prices

    Complete Balanset-1A Kit: €1,751
    OEM Kit (without case, stand, and scales): €1,561
    Special Offer: €50 discount for newsletter subscribers
    Volume Discounts: up to 15% for orders of 4+ units

    Acquisition Options

    Official Website: vibromera.eu (recommended)
    eBay: certified sellers with 100% rating
    Industrial Distributors: through B2B channels

    Payment and Shipping Terms

    Payment Methods: PayPal, credit cards, bank transfer
    Shipping: 10-20 business days by international mail
    Shipping Cost: from $10 (economy) to $95 (express)
    Warranty: factory warranty
    Technical Support: included in price

    Conclusion
    Balanset-1A represents an optimal solution for organizations seeking to establish an successful equipment balancing system without major capital expenditure. The device opens up access to professional balancing, enabling small companies and service centers to provide services at the level of large industrial companies.
    The mix of affordable price, ease of use, and professional capabilities makes Balanset-1A an indispensable tool for modern technical maintenance. Investment in this device is an investment in equipment reliability, lower operating costs, and enhanced competitiveness of your enterprise.

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