11 JanMichelin Bib Gourmand Restaurants in Penang Part II
Discover culinary gems with Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants in Penang, where exquisite flavors and affordable prices meet. Indulge in a gastronomic journey through this Malaysian paradise, savoring dishes recognized for their exceptional quality, ensuring a memorable dining experience that reflects the rich tapestry of Penang’s diverse and delectable food scene.
1. Rasa Rasa
Nyonya cuisine popular for their pandan nasi lemak which is plated nicely on banana leaf served with a choice of toppings and homemade sambal. Another speciality is their Siam bihun – turmeric rice vermicelli with shredded omelette and sauces.
Photo from: Rasa Rasa Facebook
Location & Hours
Monday | 8:30 AM – 3 PM |
Tuesday | 8:30 AM – 3 PM |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | 8:30 AM – 3 PM |
Friday | 8:30 AM – 3 PM |
Saturday | 9 AM – 3 PM |
Sunday | 9 AM – 3 PM |
$ – Peranakan
Facilites & Services
– Cash only
2. Sardaarji
Photo from: zomato
This restaurant in Little India serves authentic Northen Indian food. Must try dishes are: Amritsari made with red snapper, black lentil soup and desserts gulab jamun just to name a few. Live performances of Indian instruments add to the experience.
Photo from: Sardaarji – Flavours Of Punjab Facebook
Location & Hours
Monday | 11:30 AM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Tuesday | 11:30 AM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Wednesday | 11:30 AM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Thursday | 11:30 AM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Friday | 11:30 AM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Saturday | 11:30 AM – 3 PM 4 PM – 10 PM |
Sunday | 11:30 AM – 3 PM 4 PM – 10 PM |
$$ – Indian
Facilites & Services
– Air conditioning
– Credit cards accepted
3. Taman Bukit Curry Mee
Famous for its curry mee. This stall has been around for more than 40 years. Their curry mee soup is made from coconut milk and spicy curry paste, topped with half-cooked cockles loaded with briny sweet taste and juice.
Photo from: Taman Bukit Curry Mee Facebook
Location & Hours
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 6 AM – 11 AM |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | 6 AM – 11 AM |
Friday | 6 AM – 11 AM |
Saturday | 6 AM – 11 AM |
Sunday | 6 AM – 11 AM |
$ – Street Food
Facilites & Services
– Cash only
4. Teksen
This no-frills joint that has won the hearts of many with its traditional Cantonese fare and fusion creations with a local twist. Try their deep-fried homemade tofu in egg white topped with prawns and dried scallops, as well as dishes seasoned with assam tumis or sambal.
Photo from: TekSen Express Restaurant Facebook
Location & Hours
Monday | 12PM – 2 PM 5:30PM – 8:30 PM |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | 12PM – 2 PM 5:30PM – 8:30 PM |
Thursday | Closed |
Friday | Closed |
Saturday | 12PM – 2 PM 5:30PM – 8:30 PM |
Sunday | 12PM – 2 PM 5:30PM – 8:30 PM |
$$ – Cantonese
Facilites & Services
– Credit cards accepted
5. Thara
Photo from: Hungry Onion
Native Thai kitchen team makes authentic Thai food prepared with the freshest ingredients. The tom yum seafood soup and appetiser Miang Kam are especially good.
Photo from: Thara Penang Facebook
Location & Hours
Monday | 12 PM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Tuesday | 12 PM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Wednesday | 12 PM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Thursday | Closed |
Friday | 12 PM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Saturday | 12 PM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
Sunday | 12 PM – 3 PM 5 PM – 10 PM |
$$ – Thai
Facilites & Services
– Air conditioning
– Credit cards not accepted
Their biryani on banana leaf gives a good flavour and texture. Fish dishes served in claypot with choices including stingray, shark and king mackerel are also not to be missed.
Photo from: Theeni Pandarams Facebook
Location & Hours
Monday | 11 AM – 6:30 PM |
Tuesday | 11 AM – 6:30 PM |
Wednesday | 11 AM – 6:30 PM |
Thursday | 11 AM – 6:30 PM |
Friday | 11 AM – 6:30 PM |
Saturday | 11 AM – 6:30 PM |
Sunday | 11 AM – 6:30 PM |
7. Tho Yuen
Standing firm for eight decades, this Cantonese teahouse still makes their dim sum the traditional way – every morning at 3:30am. Apart from dim sum, fried noodles, bee hoon and fish balls are also good to try.
Photo from: Tho Yuen Facebook
Location & Hours
Monday | 6 AM – 3 PM |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | 6 AM – 3 PM |
Thursday | Closed |
Friday | 6 AM – 3 PM |
Saturday | 6 AM – 3 PM |
Sunday | 6 AM – 3 PM |
$$ – Cantonese
Facilites & Services
– Credit cards not accepted
Secret family recipe of over 50 years. The famous laksa soup strikes a fine balance between sweetness, sourness and spiciness. Their Starter Platter is also delicious.
Photo from: Wan Dao You Assam Laksa Facebook
Location & Hours
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
Wednesday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
Thursday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
Friday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
Saturday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
Sunday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
$ – Street Food
Facilites & Services
– Cash only
Looking for hotels in Penang?
Here are some nearby hotels recommend for you:
Yeng Keng Hotel
- 1.0km away from Rasa Rasa
- 1.0km away from Sardaarji
- 500km away from Teksen
- 1.2km away from Thara
- 1.2km away from Theeni Pandarams
Nam Keng Hotel
- 1.0km away from Rasa Rasa
- 1.0km away from Sardaarji
- 550km away from Teksen
- 1.2km away from Thara
- 1.3km away from Theeni Pandarams
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