Best Eats in Jelutong
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Welcome to the vibrant list of the Best Eats in Jelutong Penang Island, a place where history and gastronomy converge to offer a unique and tantalizing dining experience. As you embark on a culinary exploration of this district, you’ll uncover not only a diverse array of flavors but also the rich tapestry of history that has shaped Jelutong into the captivating destination it is today.
Jelutong’s history is steeped in Penang’s rich past. The name “Jelutong” itself is derived from the Jelutong tree, which was once abundant in the area. In the early 19th century, Jelutong was primarily a rural community, known for its agricultural activities and its proximity to the coastal areas. Over the years, it evolved into a vibrant urban neighborhood, all while retaining hints of its traditional roots.
The culinary scene in Jelutong reflects the multicultural diversity that characterizes Penang’s food culture. From traditional kopitiams (coffee shops) serving aromatic Penang Coffee to bustling hawker stalls offering an array of street food delights, every dish in Jelutong tells a story of cultural heritage and culinary passion.
This guide is your passport to discovering the rich flavors that make Jelutong a food lover’s paradise. Whether you’re a local resident enjoying your daily dose of Penang cuisine or a visitor keen to explore the flavors of the island, let your taste buds lead the way as you navigate the bustling streets, markets, and hidden culinary gems. Every meal is an invitation to savor Penang’s rich food culture and to be part of the ongoing narrative of this dynamic neighborhood.
Kafe Happy Glory Mee Rebus
Mee Rebus, Street Food, Pork-Free
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Hedges Liang and his wife tried out the mee rebus at Kafe Happy Glory on Jalan Perak before heading over to the mainland
Genting Cafe Apom is The Best
Apom, Street Food, Pork-Free
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
After a visit of several apom or among sellers in Penang, Chiefeater Hedges Liang ranks this as the best apom in Penang
Sunny Fish Meat Noodle Lunch
Rice, Pork-Free
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Hedges Liang and his family had lunch at Sunny Fish Meat Noodle and found it to be quite good value
Restoran Joo Huat Loh Mee
Loh Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee had the famous lor mee at Restoran Joo Huat in Taman Desa Green
Post Office Hokkian Mee is Good
Prawn Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
The HKM at Post Office Hokkian Mee which is located just outside the Jelutong post office is Chiefeater David Quah's favourite
Ang Ang’s Roastery Greenlane Coffee Break
Coffee, Pork-Free
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Hedges Liang ventured into Ang Ang's Roastery Greenlane to have a coffee break and also try a slice of cake
Eng Sin Cafe Koay Teow Th’ng
Koay Teow Th'ng, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Peter Yeoh has koay teow th’ng at Eng Sin Cafe, the last of its kind in Penang with pork offal, blood pudding & heritage
Medan Selera Taman Free School Char Koay Kak
Char Koay Kak, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater William Tan was back at Medan Selera Taman Free School for one of his favorite char koay kak in Penang
Kim Hee Cafe Hokkien Mee
Prawn Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater William WL Loo found this hokkien mee at Kim Hee Cafe simple, flavourful and everything a HKM should be
Big Crab Nasi Lemak
Nasi Lemak, Street Food, Pork-Free
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Joan Lim-Choong had the Nasi Lemak from the CO'FOREST stall at the Big Crab Restaurant in Jelutong
KIMS Korean Restaurant Jelutong Dinner
Korean
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Chu Boon made a stop at KIMS Korean Restaurant Jelutong, a cozy neighborhood restaurant which has a wide selection of Korean fare
Ah Cheng Cafe Street Food
Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater David Quah was at Ah Cheng Cafe in Taman Jelutong to enjoy some Penang street food delights












