Darling hold my hand~ As we bid goodbye to “nothing beats a jet2holiday” in 2025, let’s welcome 2026 with a list of 26 BEST cafes in Penang! Good vibes, great coffee and main character energy? Yes, these are the perfect coffee stops that deserves a spot on your feed. Time to soft-launch that “espresso” era, shall we?
Top 26 Cafes You Must Visit In Penang
1. Urban Daybreak
 
Let’s start this year’s list with our all-time favourite Urban Daybreak, hands down one of the best brunch and breakfast cafes tucked in the heart of George Town. Open from 7.30am every day (yes, so early!), this OG cafe has been around since 2016 and is known for their Melbourne-inspired brunch culture. It’s the perfect place to spend the day with your furry friends while enjoying hearty all-day breakfast and freshly-brewed coffee in the mornings!
The best thing here? Fried Chicken Waffles! The waffles are made in house, and it’s topped with sunny-side up, baked beans and fried chicken that’s brined with buttermilk for 24 hours. Served with a side of maple mustard, it’s the perfect balance of sweet and savoury in one big satisfying plate!Â
Besides that, they also offer an extensive all-day brunch menu so there’s surely something for everyone! Some of their signatures are Pulled Pork Tartine, Big Breakfast with homemade sausage loaves and potato croquette, French Toast and more~
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Address: 34, Lebuh Bishop, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 7.30am – 5.30pm (last order 4pm)
Status: Non-Halal
Link(s): Facebook | Instagram
[Pet-Friendly]
Photo Credits: @urbandaybreak (official Facebook)
2. Kenny Hills Bakers
No doubt, Kenny Hills Bakers is one of the most hyped cafes that opened in January 2025! Originally from KL, their Bukit Tunku branch is always full of patrons and returning customers who love their pastries, mains and coffee. The Georgetown branch is situated at Upper Penang Road, in a beautiful two-storey heritage building that has a European-inspired interior. It’s a great place for an aesthetic brunch, lunch or dinner with family and friends. They offer mains like big breakfast, pastas, wood-fired pizzas and more, but most importantly, you cannot miss out on their best-selling Peach strudel!
Address: 4, Jln Penang, George Town, 10000 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 8am – 10pm (Daily)
Status: No pork, no lard, certain cakes contain alcohol
Link(s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
Photo Credits: @kennyhillsbakers (official Facebook)
3. Norm Micro RoasteryÂ
 
Set in a spacious industrial looking shophouse, Norm Micro Roastery is a popular spot with lots of bright natural sunlight that shines through high glasshouse-style ceilings. Think good coffee, delicious mains and great desserts, it’s a great place for a Saturdate with besties, family and furry friends too. We recommend trying out their signatures like the Norm Essential, Prawn & Pumpkin Risotto, Mojo Pulled Pork Benedict, Tiramisu and more~
Address: 13, Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau PinangÂ
Operating Hours: 9.30am – 6pm (Daily)
Status: Non-halal
Link(s): Facebook |Â Instagram
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Photo Credits: @normmicroroastery (official Facebook)
4. The Founders Hutton
 
Located at Hutton Lane, The Founders is definitely one of the most aesthetic cafes in Penang featuring historical architecture with Balinese elements in every corner, plus an outdoor pool! This renowned cafe originates from Johor, where they’ve hosted the Malaysian Royal Family as well as international and local celebrities like Jay Chou, Mizz Nina and more. We personally recommend their “World’s Best Bagels”, classic cinnamon rolls and freshly-baked pastries~
Address: 17, Jalan Hutton, Georgetown 10050 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Operating Hours: 9am – 11pm (Daily)
Status: Pork-free menu, serves alcohol at night
5. Ang Ang’s Roastery
As one of Penang’s pride and joy, Ang Ang’s Roastery is a familiar name that you’ll come across everywhere! They first started in Bukit Mertajam before expanding to Penang island, Butterworth, Simpang Ampat and Kulim, Kedah. This is a coffee spot that serves affordable daily coffee options, and they have many loyal customers coming over for breakfast sets too.
Most of their outlets are pretty aesthetic, but we recommend checking out the Tanjung Bungah branch for its spacious al-fresco area. Or, head over to the Bukit Mertajam outlet, they even their very own coffee library featuring almost 100 kinds of coffee beans!
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Address: Find out more on their website here
Status: Halal
Link (s): Website | Facebook |Â Instagram
Photo Credits: @angangsroastery (official Facebook)
6. Khing Cafe
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Address: Lin Xiang Xiong Art Gallery branch – 9, Jln Pantai Sinaran, 11700 Gelugor, Penang
Operating Hours:Â 11am – 10pm (daily)
Status: Pork-free, Tiramisu contains alcohol
Link(s): Facebook |Â Instagram @khingcafe | Instagram @khingcafe.georgetown
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7. Double Fold Cafe
 
Boujour Penang! If you’re looking something more sophisticated, then this new French-themed cafe is the place go, especially for those who just finished binge watching the new season of Emily in Paris. Besides the elegant wooden decor, there’s even beautiful garden area and an angel fountain right at the entrance, how magnifique! They offer mains such as pastas and Shashuka, as well as a variety of French pastries like croissants, pain au chocolate, canele, and even Tiramisu served in a vintage cup! Bring your Mindy (bestie!) along, time to order “un croissant” and live that Parisian dream~
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Address: 10, Jalan Tanjung Bungah, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Penang
Operating Hours: 9am – 6pm (Closed on Wed)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Facebook | InstagramÂ
Photo Credits: @doublefoldpg (official Facebook)
8. Kopi Hutan
If you already have plans to visit Penang Hill, then you should definitely drop by Kopi Hutan as well! It’s the highest cafe in Penang that’s located 700+ meters above sea level, PLUS hidden amidst a tropical rainforest. Just take the funicular train up to Penang Hill and you’ll find Jeeps ready to transport you to this hidden cafe. Sip on brewed coffee and enjoy homemade bakes accompanied by the forest breeze and melodious birdsong!
Address: Penang Hill, Penang, Malaysia
Operating Hours: 9am – 5.30pm (daily)
Status: No pork, no lard and no alcohol
Photo Credits: @coffeeinforest (official Facebook)
9. Batu.pg
Next, we have Batu.pg which is another beautiful cafe by the sea with an uninterrupted scenic sea view! Located nearby Lava Mansion, it’s a great option for those who prefer somewhere that feels more private or secluded. Unlike the popular cafes near Batu Ferringhi Beach or Ferringhi Bay, this place has a quiet and serene vibe as it’s not much of a tourist area. Personally, we love to sit outdoors at the shady sundeck by the sea with our furry friends on the weekends!
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Address:Â 46A, Jln Sultan Ahmad Shah, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang (same location as Lava Mansion)
Operating Hours: 9am – 12am (Sun & Tue – Thurs), 9am – 2am (Fri & Sat) | Closed on Mon
Status:Â Pork-free menu, serves alcohol at night
Link(s): Facebook |Â Instagram
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10. Coco Nana
Ferringhi Bay is no doubt one of the most popular places where you can enjoy Penang’s Batu Ferringhi beach to the fullest! There are many food options here, but Coco Nana is a popular cake house by the beach where you can enjoy homemade cakes, great coffee and beautiful sea view all at the same time. Their cakes are all freshly baked every day, and they also offer a pretty good selection of cake options too. You can choose to sit in the cosy indoors to avoid the heat, or the al-fresco area that’s especially beautiful during sunset. Of course, don’t miss out on the FREE fire show at Ferringhi Bay during night time~
Address: B1-1-2, Ferringhi Bay, Kampung Batu Feringgi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Pulau PinangÂ
Operating Hours: 12pm – 9pm (Closed on Tue)
Status: No Pork, No Lard, No Alcohol
Link(s): Facebook | Instagram
Photo Credits: @ferringhibay (official Facebook)
11. N.419 Senses Coffee
N.419 Senses Coffee is a popular coffee spot in Penang where you can try out China’s viral -86°C Dirty Latte! What’s so different about it? The coffee cups are extremely chilled, which creates a striking contrast in temperature when you enjoy the rich and creamy dirty latte. This is also a great place for tourists as it features the iconic “Penang” wall mural, and you can even bring home the coffee cup as a souvenir!
Address: 419, Lbh Chulia, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 9.30am – 9.30pm (Daily)
Status: Non-Halal
12. Wheeler’s
Established since 2014, the all-time popular Wheeler’s has got to make the list here! This rustic cafe set in love lane serves fusion modern food, and is always packed with tourists and returning patrons. We’d recommend trying their pastas such as Aglio Olio and Carbonara, but if you’re feeling mains, give their Espresso Chicken, Big Breakfast and pizzas a go as well!
Address:Â 67, Lorong Love, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours:Â 8am – 12am (Daily)
Status:Â Pork-Free, Serves Alcohol
Link(s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
Photo Credits: @wheelerspenang (official Facebook)
13. Joja Bagels
Located along Bishop Street, Joja Bagels is a very popular spot that takes sandwiches up a notch by serving NYC-inspired Bagelwiches! Everyone loves it so much, the queue here is getting crazy, so do expect that you’ll need to wait during the regular lunch hours. Their handmade bagels are paired with sweet or savoury fillings, and we’d recommend trying out Philly Cheesesteak, Mr. Junagi or Super Mario for your first time here! You can also choose the bagels of your choice like Original, Poppy Seeds, Parmesan Oregano, Sesame and more~
Address: 55, Lebuh Bishop, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 8.30am – 3.30pm (Wed – Sun) | Closed on Mon & Tue
Status: Pork-Free
14. China House
The Legendary China House is the longest cafe in Penang, occupying 3 heritage buildings that combines a cake house, restaurant, bar, art gallery and mini library! They serve delicious mains too, but most people usually drop by for an after meal treat. Here, you’ll be spoiled with choices as they offer over 30 types of homemade whole cakes displayed in glass panels! The toughest decision is: which cake to choose? Well, the most popular one has got to be their signature Tiramisu, but we personally love their rich chocolate-based cakes as well. Their sliced cakes are pretty big in portion so it’s great for sharing too~
Address: 153, Beach St, Georgetown, 10300 George Town, Penang
Operating Hours: 10am-12.30am (Daily)
Status: Pork-free menu, certain cakes contain alcohol
Link (s):Â Facebook |Â Instagram
Photo Credits: @chinahousepenang (official Facebook)
15. The YardHouse Kitchen and Bar
One of the prettiest cafes in Penang, The YardHouse Kitchen and Bar is a charming cottage cafe that’s filled with cosy and whimsical decor in every corner. The European-style interior makes dining here feel like you’re dining right in the middle of Peter Rabbit’s little cottage home! It’s definitely a nice place to enjoy the vintage vibes while savouring Western dishes and cute desserts on a beautiful day.
Address: 57, Jalan Magazine, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 10am – 10pm (daily)
Status: Non-Halal
Link (s):Â Facebook |Â Instagram
16. Le Litchi
 
 
Le Litchi is a beautiful French-themed cafe that has been really popular last Christmas for their festive Christmas Beetle Car at the entrance! They feature over 15 freshly baked pastries as well as savoury mains like Vongole, Carbonara, Eggplant Parmigiana and more. It’s a great place to enjoy that Parisian vibe along with flaky croissants and a cup of coffee on a chill afternoon~
Address: 43, Lebuh Campbell, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 9am – 10pm (Wed – Sun) | Closed on Mon & Tue
Status: Pork-Free, serves alcohol
Link(s): Facebook | InstagramÂ
Photo Credits: @lelitchi.pg (official Facebook)
17. Heim Coffee Bar
Heim Coffee Bar is one of the newest halal cafe in Penang with rustic vibes! They offer specialty coffee, fresh baked goods like pastries as well as modern food like Chicken Confit, Unagi Pasta, Scampi De Nero and more. It’s a great place to enjoy the vibe plus coffee and food, especially during slow mornings or for a nice lunch break~
Address: 54, Lebuh Melayu, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 11am – 7pm (Sun- Tue, Thurs), 11am – 10pm (Fri & Sat)
Status: HalalÂ
Link(s): Facebook | InstagramÂ
18. Insideout Coffee
Those who stay in Butterworth will know about Insideout Coffee, a familiar weekend hangout spot and one of the biggest cafes that’s situated within a huge industrial-themed glasshouse! They went viral amidst a huge crisis previously, when the cafe was caught on fire and had to go through major refurbishing works. Here, they mainly serve Western cuisines and breakfast options, but you can also come for their signature coffees and desserts too~
Address: lot 397 & 398, Jalan Segemal, Kampung Pokok Keras, 13400 Butterworth, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 8am – 9.30pm (Daily)
Status: Pork-Free, Alcohol-Free
Link (s):Â Facebook |Â Instagram
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19. Bulu Bulu Cafe
If you’re planning to visit a cafe with someone who loves animals, then you definitely need to check out Bulu Bulu Cafe situated along Campbell Street! From the cutest alpacas and zen capybara to the fluffiest skunks, this cafe is basically a mini zoo where you can even interact with some of the friendly animals here. Head upstairs and you’ll be greeted by professional experts in each section who take cares of the animals. This ensures a safe experience, and they’re also like a tour guide who will explain some facts to you too~
Address: 116, Lebuh Campbell 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 11am – 9pm (Closed on Mon)
Status: Pork-Free
Link(s): InstagramÂ
20. Sweetbar Cafe
It’s no secret that Sweetbar is one of our favourite cafes in Penang that serves really good coffee and desserts! They are the winner of BOBC Battle of Barista Championship 2019 and ranked 4th in Malaysia National Brewers Cup 2022. The cafe used to be located right opposite Hin Bus Depot, but they’ve recently relocated to Lebuh Tye Sin. Their new place is much bigger and more spacious, plus they now roast their own coffee beans in house! Aside from coffee, we recommend trying their desserts (you will not regret it!) like Brownies, Banana Bread, Burnt Cheese Cake or Creme Brulee~Â
Address: 38B, Lebuh Tye Sin, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours:Â 10.30am-6pm (closed on Wednesday)
Status:Â Only cheesecake contains alcohol
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
[Pet-Friendly]
21. Paperthin Artisan Mille Crepe
If you love Mille Crepe Cakes, Paperthin is a cafe tucked inside a sofa gallery that specialises in these cakes! They offer a total of 8 flavours to choose from, which are their bestselling Very Vanilla and Pista-cha, as well as Dark Cocoa, Red Velvet, Kyoto Matcha, Hazelnut Banana, Choc Oreo and Lotus Biscoff Cream Cheese. All their cakes are freshly baked every day, and they use premium Japanese flour to get that thin and delicate crepe layers. Aside from cakes, coffee and tea, you can also check out their comfy compressed sofas too!
Address: Shoplot @ Unit 12, Floor 1-5, The Fifth Avenue Hotel, No. 8, Lebuh Maccallum, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 11am – 7pm (daily)
Status: No pork, no lard and no alcohol
Link(s): Facebook | InstagramÂ
22. Komichi Tea House
Matcha lovers in Penang are surely familiar with Komichi Tea House which used to be quietly hidden in an alley. Though they’ve relocated to Lebuh Clarke (right opposite ae coffee Japanese-style teahouse serves authentic Japanese tea sourced from the owner’s family farm in Toyota, Japan! This place mainly focus on traditionally-made matcha and roasted teas as well as delicious desserts to pair them with. We personally love their Pistachio Matcha Latte with Pistachio Cloud and Matcha Swiss Roll~
Address: 6, Lebuh Clarke, 10050, Georgetown, Penang
Operating Hours: 1pm – 6pm (Wed – Fri), 11am – 6pm (Sat) | Closed on Sun – Tue
Status:Â Non-Halal
Link(s): Facebook | Instagram
Photo Credits: @komichiteahouse (official Facebook)
23. JoMI Matcha
Housed in a minimalistic glasshouse at Seberang Jaya, JoMi Matcha is a popular matcha spot that offers exclusive blend matcha lattes as well as sweet treats and light bites! They use high grade matcha powder that’s freshly imported from Japan for that rich and aromatic flavour. Sometimes you can find them at weekend markets like Grandmother Story, Falala Christmas Market and Journal too~
Address: 3014, Jalan Kelasah Bandar Seberang Jaya, Seberang Jaya, 13700 Perai, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 9am – 10pm (Daily)
Status: Pork-Free
Link(s): Facebook | InstagramÂ
Photo Credits:Â @jomimatcha (official Facebook)
24. The AlleyÂ
Tucked away in a quiet lane near the Goddess of Mercy Temple, The Alley is another cosy OG cafe that’s popular for coffee and their signature churros! Each set of churros come with a dip and a topping, and you get to choose from chocolate dip, caramel dip, oreo, kong teng and more. Their churros sell out pretty fast, so if you don’t get the chance to enjoy them, we recommend trying out their cakes instead!Â
Address: 5, Stewart Ln, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang
Operating Hours: 10am – 6pm (Closed every first Wed)
Status: Pork-FreeÂ
Link (s):Â Facebook |Â Instagram
Photo Credits: @thealleypenang (official Facebook)
25. Dusky Coffee Roastery
Dusky Coffee is an aesthetic cafe that specialises in unique desserts – oozing handmade Choux! Though there are only a few tables here, many people drop by to enjoy their specialty coffee and signature choux during lunch breaks or on the weekends. Besides the bestselling Yam Coconut Jelly Choux, there are a few other options available including Chocolate Jelly Choux, Matcha Jelly Choux, Peanut Mochi Choux, Black Sesame and seasonal flavours too~
Address: Ground floor, No58, Jalan Transfer, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours: 9.30am – 8pm (Closed on Tue)
Status: Pork-Free
Link(s): InstagramÂ
Photo Credits: @duskycoffee_roastery (official Instagram)
26. Muming Coftea
For those who love milk tea as much as we do, you should definitely add Muming Coftea to your list of cafes to visit! They’re the very first in Penang to introduce “tea powder lattes” using homegrind tea leaves from around the world. Their Premium Fine Tea Latte is so rich, aromatic and smooth, it’ll make you craving for more! During your first visit, we recommend trying out their matcha series, Hosay Prosperity or Beimo Roasted Tea~
Address:Â
Main Branch – 82A, Jalan Irving, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Tanjung Tokong outlet – 98 – G – 17, Jalan Fettes, Prima Tanjung Business Centre, Tanjung Tokong, 10470 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating Hours:Â
Main Branch – 8pm – 12am (Wed – Fri), 3pm – 12am (Sat & Sun) | Closed on Mon & Tue
Tanjung Tokong outlet – 11am – 10pm (Closed on Wed)
Status: Pork-Free
Link(s): Facebook (main branch) | Instagram (main branch) | Facebook (Tanjung Tokong outlet) | Instagram (Tanjung Tokong outlet)
Photo Credits:Â @mumingcoftea (official Facebook)
Happy cafe hopping!
From OG ones to the new and aesthetic ones, there are so many cafes to explore in Penang! So here are our top picks that either has amazing food, beautiful views or something unique that’s worth checking out. Happy cafe happing everyone!Â
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