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 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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Lunch at Kafe Dapor Rumah Penang
Malaysian
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Peter Yeoh found the Nyonya Laksa and Mee Rebus at Kafe Dapor Rumah Penang to be quite noteworthy
Kwason Boulangerie Pastries
Pastries
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Russ King Karl was back at Kwason Boulangerie on Beach Street and he finds the pastries to be still good
Emily’s Steakhouse Penang Steak
Western, Steak
$$$$- RM100 - RM200 per pax
Chiefeater Kelvin Loovi tried out a T-bone steak at Emily's Steakhouse Penang for the first time
Hanji Fried Noodles Hailam Mee
Hailam Mee, Street Food
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee enjoyed the Hailam Mee or Hainanese noodles she ordered for lunch at Hanji Fried Noodles
L Kitchen Dinner
Chinese
$$$$- RM50 - RM100 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee and her family had a sumptuous dinner at L Kitchen on Lebuh Campbell
Eng Aun Coffee Shop Pork Knuckle Noodles
Pork Knuckle Noodles, Street Food
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee had the pork noodles with yee mee together with some other dishes at Eng Aun Coffee Shop
Teow Kee Beef Noodle Kongsi Dinner
Beef Noodles
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee enjoyed some Taiwanese style beef noodles with generous toppings at Teow Kee Beef Noodle Kongsi
Kedai Kopi Soon Yuen Char Koay Teow
Char Kuey Teow, Street Food
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Tai Kwee Fatt had a plate of char koay teow at Kedai Kopi Soon Yuen near the Chowrasta Market
Tai Tong Restaurant Dim Sum
Dim Sum
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Mei Lee was in Penang for a holiday and her friend brought her to Tai Tong Restaurant for dim sum
Campbell Street Market Lam Mee
Lam Mee
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee say the best lam mee in Penang is now found inside Campbell Street Market
The Alley Penang Coffee
Coffee
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater VK spotted The Alley Penang after lunch and decided to go in to give their flat white a try and received a complimentary bloom tea as well
Firewood Penang Hanwoo Steak
Steak
$$$$- Above RM200 per pax
Chiefeater VK had a Michelin recognition at Firewood Penang and an unforgettable flame-grilled Hanwoo steak experience












