New Cafes in Penang Worth Checking Out
Originally published August 26, 2022. Updated September 20, 2026. New Cafes in Penang I’m Checking Out The new cafe scene in Penang never really sits still. Some places come …
Category: Cafe Hopping
Church St. Boys Baker in Penang Big Hype
The Hype Behind Church St. Boys Baker in Penang: Is the Food Worth the Queue? Church St. Boys Baker in Penang was buzzing. We went on a Monday morning …
Ghim Ghim Cafe Pulau Tikus: An Honest Review
Ghim Ghim Cafe in Pulau Tikus has been getting plenty of attention on social media, particularly for its matcha drinks and pretty café setting. So naturally, I went to …
The Garden Cottage Cafe, Pulau Tikus
The Garden Cottage by Cara Caro is a vibrant heritage-building cafe in Pulau Tikus, Penang and a fresh extension of the original Kg Malabar concept. The Pulau Tikus F&B …
Helf Coffee @ Jalan Kedah, Nostalgic Retro Cafe in Penang
Walking into Helf Coffee on Jalan Kedah felt like stepping back into my childhood, wrapped in kopitiam culture where time moved slower. The clink of coffee cups, the occasional …
Royal Selangor Pewter Cafe Bristo Experience
If you are visiting the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre and wondering where to eat after the tour, the Royal Selangor Pewter Cafe is the most convenient option. The Café …
SpedaHub Chulia Takes Over Coffee Lane
SpedaHub Chulia took over Coffee Lane on bustling Chulia Street, and it’s quickly becoming a favorite for a mid-morning coffee break. SpedaHub Chulia Vibe With so many cafes …
Double Fold Cafe Tanjung Bungah
Double Fold Cafe is the latest café to open in Tanjung Bungah, and finding it is a bit of a treasure hunt. It is located across from Dalat School. …
Roots Dessert Cafe Opens in George Town – 2025
Roots Dessert Cafe officially opened its doors at Jalan Pintal Tali (Rope Walk) right in the heart of George Town, Penang. And what a celebration it was. This wasn’t …
Alunan Rasa – Best Malaysian Cafe in Bayan Lepas
Say hello to Alunan Rasa by Irama Dining in Setia Triangle, Bayan Lepas—your new go-to Penang café for proper Malaysian favourites. Check out the menu, prices, and reviews that …
Khing Cafe Beach Street – Mille Crepes & Coffee
Khing Cafe Beach Street is a pain to get to if you’re driving. There’s no way to sugarcoat it. It’s right in the middle of George Town, where parking …
Kopitiam 7 Pagi – Best Halal Kopitiam Breakfast in Penang
Kopitiam 7 Pagi? I’m So Glad I Found This By Accident This morning, I was all gung-ho about having breakfast at a proper Malay kopitiam. Got up early, parked …
Revisiting Onya – Third Time’s the Charm?
Onya wasn’t a place I’d rave about. I just find myself going elsewhere if I wanted somewhere cool and quiet. Eating out with Vege Girl (Bee) always adds a …
What to Eat at Dior Cafe Penang – Dioriviera 2025 Pop-Up
Dior Cafe is quietly stealing hearts, one beautifully plated bite at a time. POV: You just stepped into a Dior dream. This isn’t your average coffee stop. The Dior …
Kenny Hills Bakers Penang – Was It Worth the Hype?
When I heard Kenny Hills Bakers was opening in Penang, I couldn’t wait to check it out. Friends in KL had been raving about it for months. Then I …
Cafe Lagenda Review – Delicious Decade of Amazing Taste!
Café Lagenda is a renowned Muslim-owned restaurant in George Town, Penang, celebrated for traditional Malay cuisine, Seniman Agong P. Ramlee nostlagia, and signature banana-leaf sets served on classic Congkak …
Antong Coffee Mill Taiping – Brewing Legacy Since 1933
Step Into History at Antong Coffee Factory. Step into the heart of Taiping, Malaysia, and uncover the enduring charm of Antong Coffee Mill—a hidden gem for coffee lovers since …
Top 5 Penang Breakfast Cafes for Serious Foodies
If your search for the top Penang Breakfast Cafes In George Town, you’ve come to the right place! Penang is famous for its rich culinary offerings, and breakfast is …
Top Cafes in Ipoh You Need to Visit in 2025
Top Cafes in Ipoh You Need to Visit in 2025 Ipoh, a charming city in Perak, is quickly earning a reputation as a top destination for cafe lovers. From …
三点三 Meet-PG Jelutong: Is It Worth the Hype?
If you’re visiting Lam Wah Ee Hospital in Jelutong, you might notice 三点三 Meet-PG (Three Point Three – PG) just across the road. This casual café serves Hainanese-inspired breakfast …
Sweet Journey To Dessert Cafes in Penang
Dessert cafes in Penang are a paradise for sweet enthusiasts. With a rich culinary heritage, the island has creative spots where indulgence reigns. Whether after something rich and indulgent …
Oceano Symphony Penang Seaside Cafe
Oceano Symphony sits by the seaside in Penang, and I discovered it by chance. Even as a local, I still count on friends to lead me to new cafés. …
Roots Cafe Bar – Where Sweetness Meets Perfection
Tucked away in the charming Museum Hotel, Roots Cafe Bar offers a quiet retreat, featuring delightful desserts. Though off the central tourist belt, the location still feels connected to …
Utoo Boho Cafe & Patisserie Review
Steph from Ipoh always has a list of cafés to visit whenever she’s in Penang, and this time to Utoo Boho Café. I remember when it first opened in …
Kafka Coffee, Kelawei Road, Penang
Kafka Coffee venue was once a gym I frequented about a decade ago, likely the now-defunct Clark Hatch. It’s fascinating to see how this space has transformed into a …
Yin’s Sourdough Gurney Walk Brunch Experience
Yin’s Sourdough Bakery, a well-known home brand for its artisanal bread and cozy atmosphere, is a staple in Penang’s culinary scene. From humble beginnings as a bakery specializing in …
The Founders Hutton Review: Café at Hutton Lodge, Penang
In March 2024, Irene said, “Let’s head to The Founders on Hutton Lane.” So off we went to check out the new café everyone in Penang was talking about. …
Red Brick Kitchen Ipoh – Best Glasshouse Cafe for Brunch Vibes
Red Brick Kitchen Ipoh is a stunning glasshouse café nestled at the foothills of Gunung Rapat. Sunlight floods the space, plants frame every corner, and every table feels like …
Six and A Half Cafe Ipoh
My Ipoh trip’s first pit stop is Six and A Half Cafe at Pusat Perdagangan Canning. Eating makes me happy, and my friends in Ipoh know it. Spending time …
16 Best Cafes in Ipoh for Coffee & Brunch
Looking for the best cafes in Ipoh for good coffee, brunch, desserts and a comfortable place to sit? Ipoh has plenty, from heritage shophouses in the Old Town to …
Top 5 Penang Hill Cafes to Visit
Penang Hill cafes offer a wide range of delicious food and drinks, making it a foodie’s paradise at the highest point in Penang. The popular tourist destination is known …
7 Best Penang Breakfast Spots for a Local 3-Morning Guide (2026)
Published Jan 25, 2023 | Updated May 27, 2026 There’s no shortage of breakfast spots in Penang, but only a handful are places I actually return to. This …
Emily Darling Cafe Penang – Best Croissants & Pastries
Update: 17 July 2025 – This guide has been refreshed with the latest spots and photos. “Hello, Emily Darling!” I half expected co-owner Danny Yeong to greet us that …
Kopi Hutan Penang Best Forest Coffee At 833 m Above Sea Level
There’s a Kopi Hutan, a forest coffee at the highest point in Penang Hill – right in the vicinity of a rainforest. For forest lovers who enjoy a hot …
6 Starbucks Breakfast Sandwiches For Great Mornings
All Day Starbucks Breakfast Menu has 6 Café Style Sandwiches you can order with your morning coffee if you like a strong morning brew. Today, I missed Penny (however …
Toh Soon Cafe Penang – Local Breakfast Favorite for Visitors
Toh Soon Cafe In Penang is famous for its rich Hainan-styled Kopi (Coffee), charcoal-toasted bread (Roti Bakar), and half-boiled eggs. Many who have visited the original outlet at Campbell …
Extra Smooth Coffee Ome by Spacebar Coffee
Fang has recommended Ome by Spacebar Coffee for the longest time. I remember walking by Ome to Muthu’s Banana Leaf Rice. It’s in an alley, so you cannot worry; …
Sin Seh Kai Artisan Bakery Quick Breakfast Delights
Sin Seh Kai Bakery is the go-to place for your café style of quick breakfasts for early risers. It’s also known as New World Park in Penang Hokkien. The …
Gravybaby on Chulia Street – Discover a Flavor Hit
Gravybaby at the corner of Chulia Street and Rope Walk is dazzling. With Pokok across the road belting out funky numbers and Halab dishing Syrian cuisine, this little section …
Coffee Elements More Than Just Coffee
Coffee Elements offers much more than just coffee. It’s the kind of café that could easily go unnoticed—until you experience it for yourself. Hidden in the suburbs of Farlim, …