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.
Ruk’s Garden Curry Fish Head
Curry Fish Head, Pork-Free
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Russ King Karl and several foodie friends enjoyed the curry fish head at Ruk's Garden on Jalan Free School
Ho Kee Restaurant Dinner
Chinese, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater Hedges Liang found the dinner that he had at Ho Kee Restaurant in Jelutong to be quite a good deal
Mutiara Selera Kerabu Bee Hoon
Bee Hoon, Street Food
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Hedges Liang says the Kerabu Bee Hoon and the Kuih Talam Mutiara Selera gets top marks from his wife
Tony Ais Kacang Cendol is Excellent
Ais Kacang, Dessert
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater William WL Loo enjoyed the Ais Kacang with Ice Cream at Tony Ais Kacang Cendol in the Medan Batu Lanchang Food Court
Lee Huat Cafe Curry Mee is Good
Curry Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Myocho Kan was back in Penang and made a beeline to his favourite curry mee at Lee Huat Cafe in Taman Green Lane
Delima Mas Cafe Mee Jawa
Mee Jawa, Street Food
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Peter Yeoh is glad that his favourite Mee Jawa is back in operation and is located at Delima Mas Cafe
Hamilton Food Market Ipoh KSHF
Kai See Hor Fun, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Lucia Lai had heard about the good reports of the Kai See Hor Fun at Hamilton Food Market and went looking for it
Medan Selera Taman Free School Lor Bak
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Jaimy Yee had the Lor Bak and Sar Hor Fun found at Medan Selera Taman Free School
Kafe Bamboo Curry Mee
Curry Mee, Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater William Tan finds the curry mee at Kafe Bamboo on Jalan Jelutong to be very yummy despite not having prawns or siham
Ali Ameir Nasi Kandar Banjir
Nasi Kandar, Street Food, Pork-Free
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater William WL Loo likes his nasi kandar drenched in curry and Ali Ameir Nasi Kandar is where he had it growing up
Mandarin Cafe Otak Otak
Otak-Otak, Street Food
$$$$- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater William WL Loo regales us with the Otak Otak that he had at Mandarin Cafe and explains what he likes about it
Hamilton Walk Nyonya Food Stall
Street Food, Non-Halal
$$$$- RM20 - RM50 per pax
Chiefeater CCM was on a rare trip to Penang island and decided to drop by Hamilton Walk for an early lunch