Top 7 Delicious Mee Sotong In Penang

Mee Sotong Penang is one of those dishes that makes your taste buds sit up and take notice.

Mee Sotong Penang is a flavor knockout.

Yellow noodles, Indian spices, and cuttlefish in a spicy, fragrant gravy—messy, bold, and irresistible.

That’s the magic of “sotong.”

The noodles are sweet, tangy, and just the right amount of spicy.

Thanks to a squeeze of lime.

It’s messy, it’s bold, and yes—it’s exactly what you want for lunch.

You’ll find it at Mamak stalls and Indian Muslim restaurants all over Malaysia.

But for the full Penang experience, head to Hameed Pata Special Mee Sotong at the Esplanade.

Heads-up: this stall is popular, so you might have to wait, but trust me, it’s worth it.

A plate ranges from RM6 without egg to RM7 with egg, which is basically a steal for the flavor explosion you’re about to get.

If it’s your first time, look for stalls proudly advertising “Mee Sotong.”

And if you’ve got a stall you swear by that we didn’t include, shout it out in the comments—SmartDory loves a good tip.

Where is your favorite Mee Sotong In Penang?

Mee Sotong and Friends

A typical Mee Goreng outlet doesn’t just stop at Mee Sotong.

Mee Rebus and Pasembur are often on the menu.

And if you’re feeling adventurous, you can ask for other noodles like Bihun or Kway Teow.

Mee Rebus is like comfort food with a kick.

Yellow noodles swim in a hot, sweet potato-based gravy made with chili paste, garlic, shallots, and tamarind juice.

Topped with boiled eggs, fried tofu, and shrimp fritters, it’s the kind of dish that’ll make you wish lunch came twice a day.

Pasembur is a Malaysian salad that hits all the right notes.

Crunchy jicama, cucumber, bean sprouts, and boiled potatoes get tossed with prawn fritters, hard-boiled eggs, fried Taukwa.

A peanut-chili-tamarind sauce that’s sweet, spicy, and downright addictive hugs all the ingredients together.

But let’s be honest, Mee Sotong steals the show with its reddish noodles and spicy cuttlefish. It’s bold, messy, and unforgettable.

SmartDory’s Top 7 Must Eat Mee Sotong in Penang

Discover the ultimate culinary experience with our handpicked selection of the best Mee Sotong spots in Penang, each offering a unique twist on this beloved dish!

Hameed Pata Mee Goreng

A vibrant plate of Mee Sotong, showcasing Penang’s signature stir-fried noodles with squid in a spicy, reddish sauce.

A vibrant plate of Mee Sotong, showcasing Penang’s signature stir-fried noodles with squid in a spicy, reddish sauce. Hameed Pata Mee Goreng is famed for serving one of Penang’s best mee goreng dishes—a must-try and editor’s favorite.

Astaka Kota Selera,
(Next to Fort Cornwallis) Jalan Padang Kota Lama, 10200 George Town, Penang.
Hours: 11:30 am – 8:00 pm (Closed Sundays)

Seeni Mee Sotong

Seenai Mee Sotong offers a slightly drier texture that perfectly enhances the rich flavor of sotong, making for a deliciously satisfying bite.

Gerai, Kompleks Serina Bay
7, Hilir Sungai Pinang, 11600 George Town, Penang.
Hours: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm Daily

Kassim Special Mee Sotong

Try the Kassim Special Mee Sotong with a unique cheesy twist that’s sure to satisfy! A must-try for bold flavor seekers.

Lavender Food Court
Lintang Sungai Ara 9, Sungai Ara, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang.
Hours: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Daily

Ali Mee Sotong Mamak

For almost 50 years, Ali Mee Sotong Mamak has thrilled taste buds with its legendary mee goreng, mee rebus, pasembur, and cucur udang. Consistently rated 5 stars for quality and flavor—an iconic Penang gem.

Ali Mee Sotong Mamak
Klinik Kesihatan Air Hitam, 11500 Bukit Bendera, Penang, Malaysia
Phone: 014-787 8796