Planning to surprise your girlfriend with a romantic date soon? Don’t worry, we’ve got chu covered guys! From candlelit ambiances to culinary gems that ignite passion, these 14 exceptionally romantic dining places in Penang are poised to create lasting memories that linger in the heart long after the last course is served. After all, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and your girl deserves to feel special…
14 Romantic Dining Spots In Penang
1. Curios-City Penang
There’s nothing quite like a romantic fine dining dinner date to make your heart’s skip a beat! With an elegant and dreamy atmosphere, whisk your lover away on a delightful 8 course treat with crowd-favourites such as the Mackerel Tuna and Caviar, Foie Gras, Oysters, Cod Fish, Chicken Roulade and Earl Grey Ice Cream to end your dinner date on a high.
Curios-City Penang
Address: 164A, Victoria St, Georgetown, 10300 George Town, Penang
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Sunday (6 pm – 12 am), Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
2. David Brown’s Restaurant & Tea Terrace
Tucked away in a cosy corner on Strawberry Hill lies David Brown’s Restaurant & Tea Terrace! This hidden gem will certainly steal your heart with its lush nature ‘healing’ and British colonial setting that’s perfect for creating romantic memories with your sweetheart. Sitting on a ‘hill upon a hill’ atop Penang’s iconic Penang Hill, their crowd-favourite Afternoon Tea, Steak, Fish & Chips, Nasi Lemak and Chicken Quesadilla dishes comes highly recommended.
David Brown’s Restaurant & Tea Terrace
Address: Strawberry Hill, Penang Hill, Bukit Bendera, 11300 Air Itam, Penang
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (12 – 10 pm)
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
3. Lucky Hole
Offering sharing plates and natural wines in a modern industrial-looking setting, Lucky Hole is a brand new romatic restaurant in Penang that’s calling for you! Treat your lover and make them feel special with some of their popular seafood, meat, bread and desserts. It’s romantic vibes all round.
Lucky Hole
Address: 23-N, Beach St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang
Operating Hours: Thursday to Saturday (6 pm – 1 am), Sunday (6 – 11 pm), Closed on Mondays to Wednesdays
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Instagram
4. Nero Nero
Nero Nero is another dining place that you MUST visit to elevate your romance! With the freshest seafood, most tender meat, melt-in-you-mouth risotto and decadent desserts, you’re bound to have an enjoyable date while reconnecting with your sweetheart after a busy work week.
Nero Nero
Address: 4, Lebuh King, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (12 – 3 pm, 6 – 10 pm)
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
5. Ferringhi Garden
Heart eyes, you’ll definitely be dining with warm smiles in Ferringhi Garden! With a gorgeous garden, luscious green plants, trees and colourful flowers everywhere, their signature Lamb Shank, Mushroom Carbonara, Imperial Lobster, Fish & Chips and Burnt Cheesecake dishes are pure joy!
Ferringhi Garden
Address: 34, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Kampung Batu Feringgi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (5 – 10.30 pm)
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
6. Natsu Bar and Dining
Craving for a romantic beach adventure? Head on over to Natsu Bar and Dining for some flavourful Japanese fusion cuisine while soothing your senses with fresh air from the nearby beach! From slurp-worthy ramen, donburis, sushi pizzas, draft beer, refreshing cocktails to beautiful sunsets, it’s the perfect dining spot for you to live it up with your love while taking loads of snaps for the Gram!
Natsu Bar and Dining
Address: 72C-G-8, Ferringhi Walk, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, 11000 Batu Ferringhi, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: Sunday to Thursday (4.30 – 11.30 pm), Friday to Sunday (4.30 pm – 12.30 am)
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
7. BiRU-BIRU On The Island
Hidden in The Lost Paradise Resort, this aesthetic cafe is situated by the beach with a white and blue colour scheme that resembles enjoying a relaxing vacation in Santorini or Bali! They mainly offer Western and local cuisines with a variety of vibrant beverages.
BiRU-BIRU On The Island has an open-air concept with many instagrammable photo spots around, making it the perfect spot for creating beach-ningful memories with amazing views! However, do keep in mind that this cafe is located within the precinct of a resort, hence photo taking spots are only limited to a few for cafe patrons~
Address: 260, Jalan Batu Ferringhi 11100 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 8am – 9pm (Daily)
Status: Pork-Free
8. Macalister Mansion
Bring your other half to Macalister Mansion this Valentine’s Day as you dine within the meticulously restored historical architecture that exudes colonial charm. On this day of love, Macalister Mansion is offering the Valentine’s Tea O’Clock, featuring Chef Benny’s creations, including Wagyu Beef Cheek Croquettes, Cupid-Approved Risotto, and Romeo & Juliet Gazpacho that will bring you and your loved one on a romantic gastronomy journey.
Address: 228, Jln Macalister, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Status: Pork-Free
Valentine’s Tea O’Clock is only available on 13th-18th February, 2pm-5pm
9. Firewood Restaurant
If you’ve been following our recommendation lists for a while, you’d know that Firewood Restaurant is one of our favourite places for gatherings and celebrations! This place has an open-flame dining concept, so patrons are able to see through the whole kitchen and enjoy a sensory experience while waiting for your meal~
We find their sharing platter to be great for special occasions, as you get customise and choose according to your own preferences! On top of that, the cocktail bar here serves innovative alcoholic beverages and apéritifs, like the Exoticism Vodka that’s made of pandan, lime and wasabi!
Address: 15, Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, , George Town, Malaysia
Operating Hours: 12pm – 2.30pm ; 5.30pm – 10pm (Closed on Mon)
Status: Pork-Free, Serves Alcohol
10. Orinea Restaurant
To add to the delight, we’re taking your love to new heights at Orinea Restaurant that’s located on the 18th floor of Sunrise Gurney! Let the stunning sunset and ocean views transport you on a romantic dining experience that will have you smiling from ear to ear. Explore between their High Tea and fine dining Dinner menus that has something special for everyone.
Orinea Restaurant
Address: 68-18-1, Sunrise Gurney, Gurney Dr, 10250 George Town, Penang
Operating Hours: Monday to Wednesday (6 – 11.30 pm), Friday to Sunday (2.30 – 5 pm, 6 – 11.30 pm), Closed on Thursdays
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
11. Mano Fine Dining & Cellar
Next, sweep your lover off their feet with an upscale fine dining experience at Mano Fine Dining & Cellar. With a breathtaking softly lit setting and unforgettable flavours to awaken the senses, this French restaurant specialises in a 12 course meal that comes complete with mocktails, amuse bouche, bread baskets, entree, a main course and desserts that defies the ordinary. You’ll certainly be mesmerised as you stare into the loving gaze of your better half while bonding with them at this romantic dining spot.
Mano Fine Dining & Cellar
Address: 61, Jalan Magazine, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Monday (3 – 10 pm), Closed on Tuesdays
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
12. Komorebi Dining
With a quiet private dining environment, authentic Kappo Japanese dishes and fresh seafood, Komorebi Dining is a must-visit dating spot for Japanese food enthusiasts. Their Hana Lunch and Haku Dinner Courses that all look like exquisite works of art will have you both saying WOW as it sets the vibe for a truly memorable romantic date.
Komorebi Dining
Address: 138, Jalan Pintal Tali, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Thursday (6.30 – 10 pm), Friday to Sunday (12.30 – 2.30 pm, 6.30 – 10 pm), Closed on Mondays
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
13. Bambu Small Plates Extreme Thai
Spice lovers, this one’s for you! Serving a wide variety of spicy Thai courses, Bambu Small Plates Extreme Thai will definitely fire up your romance with some of their aromatic green curry, duck leg meat with red curry, tom yum tapioca crackers and lots more dishes. It’s guaranteed to turn up the heat and light up your night with romance.
Bambu Small Plates Extreme Thai
Address: VERVEA, 4th floor, Aspen Vision City, 22A, Jalan Vervea 10, Lebuhraya Bandar Cassia, 14110 Simpang Ampat, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Monday (6 – 10 pm), Closed on Tuesdays
Status: Non-halal, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
14. Ferment-A Wine Knowledge Co.
Come on and get your fancy wine and dine game on! With an exclusive 10 course menu, Ferment by A Wine Knowledge Co. will tantalise your taste buds with rich flavours from their gastronomic delights and handpicked wines. Book your table now and surprise your sweetheart with a romantic dining experience that’s fine as wine!
Ferment-A Wine Knowledge Co.
Address: 107 & 109, Victoria St, Georgetown, 10300 George Town, Penang
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Monday (3 – 11 pm), Closed on Tuesdays
Status: Pork-free, Serves alcohol
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
Wine, Dine & Let Your Romance Bloom
Love is in the air! Whether it be a quiet corner in a cosy bistro or the vibrant views at the lively beach, these romantic dining places will set the stage for your romance to bloom. Here’s to the everlasting celebration of your love and many more romantic dining adventures to come.
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