Sugar, spice and everything nice! If you’re someone who has a sweet tooth and a craving for all things dessert, then we got you covered. Introducing 15 places in Penang that serve desserts that are either deliciously satisfying, unique or both! And yes, this ultimate dessert guide includes ice cream, cakes, tong shui, beignets and more~
15 Dessert Places In Penang To Sweeten Up Your Day (2024 Edition)
1. Hema Hema
No doubt, this is the ultimate artisan ice cream spot for all ever since they’ve moved their business to Penang in 2022! Their ice cream is deliciously creamy with a slight sweetness that isn’t too overwhelming, plus their waffle cones perfects the whole dessert experience. The menus here alternate on a weekly basis, offering signature flavours like Blue Tahiti Vanilla, Sicilian Pistachio and more, along with special flavours every week.
They’re open from 1pm till sold out on Thursdays to Sundays, and you can always trust the queue in front of the dessert store. If there’s no queue when you drop by after dinner, it’s most likely because they’re already sold out for the day!
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Address: 88, Lebuh Campbell, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 1pm – Sold Out (Thurs – Sun)
Status: Non-Halal
2. Penang Road Teochew Chendol
We are definitely not missing out on this iconic hawker stall down at Lebuh Keng Kwee. Beat the heat with Penang Road Teochew Chendul, the renowned cendol pushcart loved by Penangites and tourists. The bowl of shaved ice doused with aromatic coconut milk, fragrant brown sugar, red bean and green rice flour jelly will surely refresh your spirits. Although the long queue might be discouraging, we assure you it is worth the wait!
Address: Lebuh Keng Kwee, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 10am – 6:30pm (Daily)
Status: Halal
3. JT Pâtisserie by Jeffrey Tan
If you’re looking for a luxurious French dessert experience, then you need to check out JT Pâtisserie by Jeffrey Tan! You’ll probably recognise this place on social media with the limited-edition Vespa 946 Christian Dior that’s parked right outside of the entrance.
This aesthetic white-themed cafe opened in May 2023 at a bungalow in Pulau Tikus, offering high tea and premium desserts including macaroon, petit gateau, sliced cakes and more. Their desserts are not only meticulously crafted, but also tastes divine as each bite introduces a burst of addictively satisfying flavours~
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Address: 36, Jalan Cantonment, Pulau Tikus, 10350 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 1.30pm – 10pm (Opens daily)
Status: Pork-Free
Link(s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
4. Roots Dessert Bar
Standing strong in the dessert scene of Penang, Roots Dessert Bar offers fun cake flavours that just melts your heart. Tucked in the Museum Hotel, it’s their signature Watermelon Cake that draws most of its visitors. Consists of a large chunk of fresh watermelon in the centre, the top is filled with layers of rose-scented cream that adds a beautiful floral sweetness.
Address: 72, Jalan A.S. Mansoor, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 2pm – 11pm (Weekdays), 12pm – 11pm (Sat & Sun) | Closed on Tue
Status: Muslim-Friendly
5. China House
Being one of the oldest and most visited cafes in Penang, China House is a must-visit for everyone who loves delicious cakes! Be prepared to get eyegasm as they serve up to 50 different cakes daily. Don’t know which to pick? Simply ask the staff for recommendations, and pair it with a cup of coffee. Your daily sugar can be fixed here, one of the best place for fail-proof desserts~
Address: 153 & 155, Lebuh Pantai and 183B, Lebuh Victoria, Penang, Malaysia
Operating Hours: 9.30am- 1am (Daily)
Status: Pork-Free, Serves Alcohol
6. The Alley, 5 Stewart Lane
If you don’t know already, The Alley is a quaint cafe that serves pretty well-brewed coffee, but they’re mainly popular for the best churros in Penang! Yes, the best churros in Penang is crispy on the outside, and spongy inside with a perfect combination of salted caramel or Nutella sauce. Though it sounds simple, this hearty satisfying dessert surely makes your tummy happy!
Address: 5, Stewart Ln, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang
Operating Hours: 10am – 6pm
Status: Muslim-friendly
7. La Vie En Rose Pâtisserie
Cafe hopping in Penang never gets old and if you’re looking for classic French pastries, look no other than the iconic La Vie En Rose! As many already know, this French patisserie is home to some of the best croissants, beignets, and madeleines you can find in Penang. The must-tries here are definitely their almond croissant and raspberry beignet which will have you coming back for more!
Address: 19, Lebuh Melayu, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 10am – 6.30pm (Closed on Mon & Tue)
Status: Muslim-friendly
8. Komichi Tea House
If you’re down for some matcha, houjicha or genmaicha, this is the perfect spot for a unique tea experience! Tucked in a row of heritage houses, Komichi Tea House is a Japanese-style hidden teahouse in Penang that serves authentic Japanese tea sourced from the owner’s family farm in Toyota, Japan. The teahouse mainly focuses on traditionally-made matcha and roasted teas, while the dessert menu varies every visit. A few of their signature desserts are homemade swiss rolls, cakes, wagashi and dangos!
Address: 20 Lorong Toh Aka, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 11am – 5pm (Closed on Mon & Tue)
Status: Non-Halal
9. TEMU
“Temu” your friends with a cup of coffee and cakes at this minimalist cafe that has a modern rustic vibe! There’s a big reflective art piece before you walk into the entrance, which adds a nice futuristic touch. If you didn’t know already, this place is popular for one of the best croffles in Penang! Their signature Temu Croffles comes paired with vanilla ice cream, and are perfectly flakey, light yet buttery as you bite into it~
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Address: 4, Lebuh Keng Kwee, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 10am – 7pm
Status: Halal
10. De Antique
De Antique is a vintage-style cafe located in an old street house in the heart of Bukit Mertajam, but what makes this place so popular is that they offer some of the best cakes around! They are especially popular for their watermelon and matcha cake that blends perfectly into a mouthful of sweet delight. Their cakes are also limited daily so be sure to stop by earlier if you’re interested in exploring more cake options.
Address: 49, Jln Arumugam Pillai, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 11am – 7pm (Daily)
foodiStatus: Muslim-Friendly
11. Passion Heart Cafe
Tucked inside an alley along Jalan A.S Mansoor, Passion Heart Cafe is a cosy cake house offering an array of freshly-baked cakes that comes with a local twist! Yes, this cake house is close to our hearts as the Foodie Team is a huge fan of their Cempedak Crumble (we’re regulars here!). Other than that, they also serve fun flavours like Pandan Gula Merah, Ondeh-Ondeh, Yam Coconut and more.
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Address: 23, Jalan A.S. Mansoor, 10050 George Town, Penang
Operating Hours: 11.30am – 9pm (Closed on Tue)
Status: Pork-Free, Serves Alcohol-Infused Cakes
12. Tong Sui Po 糖水铺
Tong Sui Po is a popular dessert spot for some of the best tong shui in town! This humble store offers more than 10 types of the all-time favourite Chinese-style desserts including Black Glutinous Rice, Creamy Peanut Soup, Yin Yang and more. They’re always packed with customers so be mindful that there might be a queue after dinner time, as it’s a great after-meal dessert spot for night time chit chats! Additionally, the outdoor area here is also pet-friendly so feel free to bring your furry friends along~
Address: 64, Jalan Seang Tek, George Town, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 3pm – 10.30pm (Closed on Tue)
Status: Pork-Free
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13. 70’s Ice Ball
There are plenty of ways to beat the heat and here in Penang, you can literally consume ice balls that make the perfect solution for a hot day! 70’s Ice Ball located along Armenian Street lets you mix your favourite flavours and you can even add vanilla ice cream to your ice balls~ This dessert is super refreshing and satisfying when you’ve been touring under the sun on a hot day!
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Address: 78, Lebuh Armenian, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 9am -9pm (Opens Daily)
Status: Muslim-Friendly
Link(s): Facebook
14. Wu Wei Tea
If you’re looking for something that’s different, or Chinese tea related, then Wu Wei Tea is the dessert place for you! This dessert and tea spot offers freshly brewed Chinese tea and ice cream with a variety of tea, fruits and nuts flavours. They’ve been pretty popular in Bukit Mertajam, and have recently expanded their business to Georgetown as well.
Head over for a pot of warm Chinese tea, and try out their signature ice creams including Da Hong Pao – Oolong Tea, Pu-erh Tea – Ripe Tea, Bangkok Black Tea – Ceylon Black Tea and more!
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Bukit Mertajam Branch
Address: 44,Tingkat, 1, Jln Arumugam Pillai, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 2pm – 11pm (Wed – Fri), 1.30pm – 12am (Sat & Sun) | Closed on Mon & Tue
Georgetown Branch
Address: 31, Lorong Prangin, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 1.30om – 11pm (Tue – Fri), 1.30pm – 12am (Sat & Sun) | Closed on Mon
Status: Pork-Free, Alcohol-Free
Link(s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
15. Eyescream.
If you need something refreshing while touring around Georgetown, this eye-catching charcoal ice cream in Penang is gonna be such a lifesaver! Established in 2016, Eyescream. has been specialising in charcoal ice cream & coconut shakes for 7 years before finally opening their first outlet in Penang.
Their charcoal ice cream has a light coconut flavour and fragrant charcoal aroma topped with a chewy eyeball candy that gives off a spooky and fun vibe. You also get to DIY your own upside down ice cream here!
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Address: 4, Lebuh Keng Kwee, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 10am – 7pm
Status: Halal
Time To Go On A Dessert Date!
So there you have it, the ultimate dessert guide proudly presented to you by our Foodie Team! The next time you’re out and about looking for an awesome dessert place to satiate your sweet tooth cravings, don’t forget to refer to this guide and happy savouring~
Also read: 10 Best Spots In Penang For A Hearty Brunch
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