Best Eats in Buffer Zone of George Town
The Best Eats in Buffer Zone of George Town, an area that stretches beyond the city core, offering a vibrant spread of local flavours, hidden eateries, and nostalgic neighbourhood favourites. From century-old coffee shops to modern interpretations of Penang street food, the best eats in George Town’s buffer zone showcase the everyday heartbeat of the island’s culinary scene. Whether you’re chasing wok hei-rich char koay teow, chicken rice, or kuih straight from the steamer, this area has plenty to savour just steps beyond the tourist trail.
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Common Social – Come for the Pizza, But Come Early
Pizza
- RM50 - RM100 per pax
Common Social served an excellent chewy Neapolitan-style Margherita and appetising bacon aglio olio. By 7pm, every table was occupied
Saigon House Cuisine Pho
Vietnamese, Pho
- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Saigon House Cuisine Penang served a very good beef pho with rich savoury broth, tender flavourful beef and silky-smooth noodles
Kedai Kopi Tok Tok White Coffee
Kopi
- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater VK enjoyed the white coffee at Kedai Kopi Tok Tok, then discovered its connection with Goh Swee Kee Teochew Restaurant opposite
Moonshine Cakes Tiramisu
Cakes
- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater VK stopped by Moonshine Cakes & Coffee in George Town for its Classic Tiramisu, finding it a fitting sweet finale before leaving Penang
The Thai Matcha Jasmine Coconut Fizzy
Thai
- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater VK found The Thai Matcha Jasmine Coconut Fizzy to be the highlight of lunch, pairing refreshing tropical flavours
Eng Chai Tong Argyll Looks Gorgeous
Desserts
- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater VK discovered that Eng Chai Tong Argyll pairs traditional Chinese herbal desserts with a beautifully designed café
Lighthouse Cafe Sar Hor Fun
Cantonese Fried
- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater William WL Loo had sar hor fun at The Lighthouse Cafe, where the outdoor seating was warm but the meal was satisfying
Shun De Ren Jia Restaurant Roast Goose
Roast Goose
- RM50 - RM100 per pax
Shun De Ren Jia Restaurant's wood-fired roast goose impressed with its succulent meat and beautifully roasted skin
Khim Kuih Kopitiam Hutton Lane Snacks
Snacks
- Under RM20 per pax
Khim Kuih Kopitiam Hutton Lane serves traditional Penang snacks including fried cai tao kuih and fried cempedak
Sip Spot Coffee Ambience is Chill
Coffee
- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Sip Spot Coffee ambience is a quiet chill that was the reset Chiefeater VK needed before the rest of the week
Teow Chew Chai Kuih is Recommended
Teochew, Chai Kueh, Street Food
- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater William Tan is happy to discover Teow Chew Chai Kuih at Dickens Street which originally hailed from Jawi
250C Boulangerie Baked Goods
Breads
- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater William Tan recommends the baked goods sold at 250C Boulangerie
