The refurbished Georgetown Wines Penang on Leith Street was a former stable or mews with living quarters above the servants!
In the 19th century Penang, the money was used to own horse carriages, and the horses were sheltered there!
The mews face each other with a tiny courtyard in the center.
Space Making of the Mews
The owners changed the roofs, installed new windows, and strengthened the floorboards.
They also stripped off the lime plaster to expose the century-old brick-and-mortar walls.
This effort rewards visitors with a charmingly weathered and rustic look that invites you in.
Georgetown Wines occupies the ground level, featuring a small, well-stocked cellar kept at a constant temperature.
Steep steps lead up to an upper loft styled like a living room.
Cozy, comfortable, sink-in couches create the perfect setting for a tête-à-tête or private party.
If you prefer privacy, this upper section has small tables for private dining.
Dining Area at Ground Floor.
Lounge Area on the First Floor.
Georgetown Wines Cellar
The writer was told that a specific rich and famous Malaysian drinks this label, high-quality stuff.
Yup, we peeked at the tag. It is the HIGH end!
What does a fish know about wine anyway?
Not to worry.
Mr. Chung is an experienced sommelier who will learn your preferences and recommend the most suitable bottle for your evening.
He could recommend brandies and cognacs if you prefer something smooth and lingering.
View into the Cellar.
Georgetown Wines – The Long Table
We prefer to hang out at the extended bench-style seating, which is a terrific way to mingle casually with the other diners.
Dining at the Long Table.
SmartDory Editor, Doris Lim, with a new friend.
Georgetown Wines – Chef Aldrien Moh
Chef Aldrien Moh, a Penang boy, passionately cooks good food rather than fancy dishes.
He trained and honed his skills under Michelin-star chefs in Melbourne.
Now, back on home ground, Aldrien cooks with simplicity and originality!
The menu surprises with delightful dishes, perfectly suited for wine pairings.
We ordered several appetizers and mains.
We started with a salad to convince ourselves we were eating healthily!
Chef Aldrien was posing with Grilled Marinated Uruguayian Sirloin with Baby Mustard Seeds.
Georgetown Wines Menu
Arugula and Sun-Dried Tomato Salad with Parmesan.
Lemon and Coriander Marinated Olives with Chargrilled bread.
Smoked Scarmoza, pickled eggplant, and roasted tomato bruschetta.
Barcelona Bikini with Jamon Serrano, Manchego Cheese, and Truffle Oil.
Moroccan Spiced Grilled Lamb Chops with Spicy Hummus.
King Prawn Alio Olio with Salmon Roe.
Grilled Marinated Uruguayian Sirloin with Baby Mustard Seeds.
Cinnamon dusted Churros with salted dark chocolate dip.
And then the surprise. Crème Catalan.
Georgetown Wines Penang has permanently closed. The restaurant, once known for its wine selections and cozy dinners, is now replaced by Higher Ground Cafe at 19-19A Leith Street, George Town, Penang.
Thank you, Doris, for sharing this detailed information with us. It sounds and looks fantastic. We definitely will go there and check it our for ourselves with some of our friends.
By the way, I like your style of writing.
Thanks for reading!