Best Eats in Lebuh Carnavon
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Welcome to the charming culinary list The Best Eats in Lebuh Carnarvon, nestled in the heart of historic Georgetown, Penang. This captivating street offers a diverse array of flavours and a rich history that adds to its allure. As you explore the vibrant tapestry of Lebuh Carnarvon’s culinary offerings, you’ll also discover the intriguing past of this iconic street.
Lebuh Carnarvon is an essential part of Georgetown’s UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its well-preserved colonial and cultural heritage. Named after Lord Carnarvon, the British colonial secretary, it reflects the historical ties between Penang and the British Empire.
This historic street stretches approximately 1.5 kilometres, making it one of the longer and more diverse culinary streets in Georgetown. The entire stretch is adorned with a plethora of food stalls, traditional kopitiams, and eateries, each offering its own unique interpretation of Penang’s renowned culinary delights.
The culinary scene along Lebuh Carnarvon is a culinary journey through Penang’s gastronomic heritage. You can savour iconic dishes such as Koay Teow Th’ng, Asam Laksa, and Rojak, each prepared with a local twist that has been perfected over generations.
This guide is your key to discovering the rich flavours that define Lebuh Carnarvon as a food lover’s paradise. Whether you’re a local in search of your favourite dishes or a traveler eager to explore Penang’s culinary tapestry, let your taste buds lead the way. Every dish is an opportunity to experience the vibrant and diverse food culture that has made Georgetown a renowned food capital.
Luca’s Panzerotti New Opening
Italian, Panzerotti, Pork-Free
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Peter Yeoh is glad that the panzerotti is now available in Malaysia with the opening of Luca's Panzerotti
Rong Ji Restaurant Roast Duck
Roast Duck, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee says the roast meats especially the Roast Duck at Rong Ji Restaurant is absolutely delicious
OO White Coffee Cafe Beef Noodles
Beef Noodles, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Eddie Low was recommended to have the beef noodles at OO White Coffee Cafe Carnavon Street and he agrees that it's good
OO White Coffee Cafe Eggs on Toast
Soft Boiled Eggs, Toast, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Hedges Liang enjoyed the simple but delightfully tasty Eggs on Toast at OO White Coffee Cafe Carnavon Street
Weng Kei Wantan Mee Char Siew
Char Siew, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Eddie Low rates the BBQ pork or char siew served at Weng Kei Wantan Mee as among the best he has had
Teksen Restaurant Pork Belly and Fried Chicken Wings
Chinese, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Eddie Low had a feast for one with the pork belly, fried chicken wings and kangkung belacan at Teksen Restaurant
Innland Bakery HK Polo Bun Breakfast
Hong Kong, Polo Bun, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Hedges Liang was in early at Innland Bakery HK Polo Bun for a breakfast of polo bun and some HK milk tea
Kafe Ping Hooi Lor Mee
Loh Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Chu Boon loves the lor mee served at Kafe Ping Hooi and he also added a plate of lor bak too for full measure
Wong Fat Lee Kueh Teow Thng
Koay Teow Th'ng, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee enjoyed the Kueh Teow Th'ng soup at Wong Fat Lee on Lebuh Carnavon and waxes lyrical about it
Kow Low Wantan Mee is the Best
Wantan Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Andrew TF Wong rates the wantan mee at Kow Low Wantan Mee as one of the best to that can be found on Penang island
Tiger Char Koay Teow the OG
Char Kuey Teow, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Andrew TF Wong still prefers the OG Tiger Char Koay Teow in Kafe Ping Hooi for his fix of Char Koay Teow
Weng Kei Wantan Mee Duck Egg Noodles
Wantan Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Hedges Liang snoops around the lanes of Carnavon Street and discovers the duck egg noodles sold at Weng Kei Wantan Mee
Taiwanese Palace Food is Yummy
Taiwanese, Rice, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee found the food served at Taiwanese Palace on Lebuh Carnavon to authentic and delicious
Star Hotel Coffee Shop Prawn Mee
Prawn Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Lucia Lai tried out the prawn mee at Star Hotel Coffee Shop that many had recommended about for years
星光Kopitiam Hokkien Mee is one of the best
Prawn Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee just discovered the Hokkien Mee at 星光Kopitiam Hokkien Mee on Lebuh Carnavon and rated it as a gem
Teksen Restaurant Cantonese Cuisine
Chinese, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater GL Ong was back at Teksen Restaurant to check how the quality of their food was since their Michelin Bib Gourmand award
Rong Ji Coffee Shop Wantan Mee
Wantan Mee, BBQ Pork, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee highly recommends the BBQ Pork or Char Siew Wantan Mee at Rong Ji Coffee Shop on Lebuh Carnavon
OO White Coffee Cafe Wantan Mee
Wantan Mee, Curry Mee, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Chu Boon was having the ooooos with the Wantan Mee and Curry Mee at OO White Coffee Cafe
Tiger Kueh Teow Thng is Recommended
Koay Teow Th'ng, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee had the Koay Teow Th'ng together with pork innards and pork knuckles at Tiger Kueh Teow Thng
Pitt Street Koay Teow Th’ng is Unique
Koay Teow Th'ng, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee is at Pitt Street Koay Teow Th’ng early to beat the queue and enjoy the unique eel ball and minced meat KTT
Kedai Kopi Sai Lam Beef Brisket Noodle
Beef Brisket Noodle, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee says the Beef Brisket Noodle of Ngau Lam Min at Kedai Kopi Sai Lam is there best in Penang