Best Eats in Historic Georgetown
Welcome to a culinary journey through the UNESCO World Heritage core and buffer zone of George Town, Penang—a place where history, culture, and gastronomy converge. The list of Best Eats in Historic Georgetown. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, this vibrant district encapsulates centuries of multicultural heritage, reflected in its architecture, lifestyle, and, most importantly, its food. The UNESCO core zone is bounded by streets such as Beach Street, Chulia Street, and Armenian Street, while the buffer zone stretches further out to include places like Prangin Road and Jalan Transfer.
This historic enclave boasts a dynamic mix of influences, from the flavours of Chinese and Indian immigrants to the Malay and Peranakan communities that have called George Town home for generations. Within its narrow streets and colourful shophouses, you’ll find iconic dishes like Penang laksa, nasi kandar, and char kway teow being served in heritage buildings and timeless hawker stalls. Every meal here is steeped in history, with recipes passed down through generations and eateries that have stood the test of time. Whether you’re seeking a steaming bowl of Hokkien mee, a plate of crispy roti canai, or traditional Nyonya kuih, this list will guide you through the best eats in George Town’s UNESCO core and buffer zone. These are not just meals; they are experiences that pay homage to Penang’s legacy as a melting pot of cultures.
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Sin Hong Leong Coffee Shop Bee Tai Bak
Noodles, Street Food, Non-Halal
Chiefeater Hedges Liang had a delightful breakfast of a bowl of Bee Tai Bak at Sin Hong Leong Coffee Shop
Kedai Kopi International Hotel Nasi Padang
Nasi Padang, Street Food, Pork-Free
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater William WL Loo says the Nasi Padang Minang at Kedai Kopi International Hotel is so good he will come back again soon
Zafran Restocafe Penang Lunch
Indian, Pork-Free
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater William Tan had a delicious lunch of chicken briyani and chicken tikka at Zafran Restocafe Penang
Kebaya Dining Room Fine Dining
Nyonya, Pork-Free
$$$$- RM50 - RM100 per pax
Chiefeater David Quah had an elevated dining experience at Kebaya Dining Room which has a gorgeous ambience and delicious food
SanGuoCafe Char Koay Teow
Char Kuey Teow, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater David Quah found the Hokkien Mee and Char Koay Teow at SanGuoCafe to be really delicious and priced very affordably too
Baekje Korean BBQ Dinner
Korean BBQ, Non-Halal
Chiefeater Chu Boon finds the Korean food served at Baekje Korean BBQ to be good and the service is fast too
Four Hands Har Gao
Dim Sum, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater VK and Jen had a delightful dim sum finale at Four Hands especially the har gao before they left Penang
The Founders Hutton Bagel
Bagel, Pork-Free
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater VK and Jen had a bagel break at The Founders Hutton because they claim to have the best bagels in town
Nasi Kandar Makbul Georgetown Mee Goreng
Mee Goreng, Pork-Free
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater VK and Jen started their morning with a mee goreng for first breakfast at Nasi Kandar Makbul Georgetown
Christoph’s Wiener Schnitzel
Austrian, Fine Dining, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM100 - RM200 per pax
Chiefeater VK found Christoph's by accident, decided to give a try and was rewarded with an enjoyable dinner
Mesa Tapas Restaurant Revisit
Wine, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater VK stopped by Mesa Tapas Restaurant for a quiet toast in familiar surroundings but found it missing its vitality
Page II by A Sip Gnocchi
Pasta, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater VK had a casual candlelit gnocchi and chicken chop dinner at Page II by A Sip in George Town