Skip to content

Best Cafes in George Town

UNESCO World Heritage Site — Historic Heart of Penang

About George Town

The heart of Penang and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008. George Town is a living museum of colonial architecture, clan houses, and temples interwoven with world-famous street art murals by Ernest Zacharevic. Walk through Armenian Street, Chulia Street, and Love Lane to discover heritage shophouses converted into boutique hotels, hip cafes, and art galleries. The area is also home to some of the best street food in Asia.

Quick Facts

Attractions
12
Food Places
15
Area
George Town

4 Cafes Found

1
China House

China House

Sprawling heritage cafe with 30+ daily cakes, art galleries, and live jazz in a stunning restoration.

cafeGeorge Town
2
Macallum Convent

Macallum Convent

Industrial-chic warehouse cafe in the hip Macallum district with specialty coffee and fusion brunch.

cafeGeorge Town
3
Mugshot Cafe

Mugshot Cafe

Armenian Street cafe famous for Instagram-worthy toast art portraits and solid brunch fare.

cafeGeorge Town
4
The Daily Dose

The Daily Dose

Third-wave specialty coffee in a heritage shophouse - single-origin brews and all-day breakfast.

cafeGeorge Town

Penang Travel Newsletter

Get insider tips on Penang attractions delivered to your inbox.