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13 Best Fine Dining in Penang [2024]

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Fine Dining Penang

Fine Dining Penang

Penang is a foodie’s paradise. With an abundance of delicious restaurants to choose from, it can be hard to decide where to eat. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang! Whether you’re looking for French cuisine, Italian food, or something else entirely, you’ll find what you’re looking for on this list. So sit back and relax – we’ll take care of dinner tonight!

1. Restaurant Blanc Penang 

Restaurant Blanc Penang  - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
Restaurant Blanc Penang  – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: Restaurant Blanc Penang )
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://restaurantblanc.com.my/
Address228, Jalan Macalister, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 19-239 9818
Emailenquiry@restaurantblanc.com.my
Operating hoursTuesday-Sunday 7:00-11:00PM
Monday Closed

A renovated colonial boutique hotel in the center of Georgetown, Penang, Macalister Mansion is home to Restaurant Blanc Penang, a 42-seat restaurant. They provide you with an amazing dining experience that combines the best seasonal and locally produced ingredients with contemporary French culinary skill, matched with carefully chosen wines, impeccable service, and a cozy ambiance.

Key Differentiators:

  • Colonial boutique hotel
  • Exquisite dining experience
  • Impeccable service

Customer Testimonial:

“The crème de la crème in Penang fine dining scene. Impeccable service and excellence food.”

See Khing Ng

2. Il Bacaro at Campbell House

Il Bacaro at Campbell House - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
Il Bacaro at Campbell House – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: Il Bacaro at Campbell House)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://campbellhousepenang.com/il-bacaro/
Address106 Lebuh Campbell, 10100 Georgetown,Penang, Malaysia
Phone+(604) 2618290
Emailinfo@campbellhousepenang.com
Operating hoursDaily 11:00AM-11:00PM

Il Bacaro at Campbell House offers a sense of La Dolce Vita. Traditional comfort foods like excellent tiramisu and homemade gnocchi can help you relax. They serve authentic, freshly made Italian food made with local fish and vegetables, only using Italian goods, and following Mamma’s family traditions.

Key Differentiators:

  • Authentic cuisine
  • Excellent service
  • Reasonable price

Customer Testimonial:

“One of the really good Italian restaurants in Malaysia I shall say. If you ever travel to penang and feel like Italian, a must go dining.”

Paul Lim

3. ChinChin Gastropub

ChinChin Gastropub - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
ChinChin Gastropub – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: ChinChin Gastropub)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/chinchinpg/
Address25-G, Lintang Burma, George Town, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 11-2743 0417
Emailchinchingastropubpg@gmail.com
Operating hoursWeekdays 12:00PM-10:00PM, 2:00PM-10:00PM
Tuesday Closed

ChinChin Gastropub is a gastropub and bar in the izakaya style. They offer another delectable Italian Black Truffle menu and serve fantastic dishes with a scent of the truffle season. You can use this dime to enhance your favorite meal as well.

Key Differentiators:

  • Modern small plates
  • Excellent service
  • Great food

Customer Testimonial:

“I love the food there. It is so innovative.”

Kevin Wong

4. TopView Restaurant & Lounge

TopView Restaurant & Lounge - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
TopView Restaurant & Lounge – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: TopView Restaurant & Lounge)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/topviewkomtar/
AddressKomtar Level 68, No 1, Komtar, Jln Penang, 10000 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 17-289 0877
Emailreservation@thetop.com.my
Operating hoursDaily 12:00PM -10:00PM
Tuesday Closed

The TopView Restaurant & Lounge on the 68th Floor offers a variety of dining options, an enticing bar menu, and chef-recommended dishes & snacks. Both locals and visitors will find this to be a terrific spot to unwind and unwind.

Key Differentiators:

  • Indoor Dining
  • Romantic atmosphere
  • Scenic views

Customer Testimonial:

“Nice atmosphere, relaxing place and romantic restaurant. Food and services is 5 stars hospitality, value for money and not expensive when you can see a sunset view from top of the building, it a sweet memory you can’t buy.”

kecik eg6

5. Platform 9 3/4 Fine Dining & Cellar

Platform 9 3/4 Fine Dining & Cellar - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
Platform 9 3/4 Fine Dining & Cellar – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: Platform 9 3/4 Fine Dining & Cellar)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Mano-Fine-Dining-Cellar-2240336952892206/
Address61, Jalan Magazine, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 12-611 7028
Emailmanofinedining@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 3:00PM -8:00PM
Tuesday Closed

Every item served at Platform 9 3/4 Fine Dining & Cellar was delectable, perfect, and chock full of surprises. They have excellent food, friendly service, and a beautiful atmosphere.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great food
  • Fair price
  • Excellent service

Customer Testimonial:

“This place is elegant and cozy. The dishes are always creative and full of surprises.”

Steven Goh

6. Orinea by Farquhar Mansion

Orinea by Farquhar Mansion - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
Orinea by Farquhar Mansion – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: Orinea by Farquhar Mansion)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.orineagroup.com/
Address68-18-1, Sunrise Gurney, Gurney Dr, 10250 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 19-528 8933
Emailfarquhar@thecropsgroup.com
Operating hoursMonday-Thursday 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Wednesday Closed
Friday-Sunday 2:30 PM – 11:30 PM

A sky dining and bar called Orinea by Farquhar Mansion offers modern food with an extravagant twist. They are located on the top of Sunrise Gurney, which is located in the middle of Gurney Drive’s harbor.

Key Differentiators:

  • Chic décor
  • Indoor Dining
  • Romantic atmosphere

Customer Testimonial:

“Good service and food explanation.”

Christenal Chan

7. The Table by Monsieur Bar & Restaurant

The Table by Monsieur Bar & Restaurant - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
The Table by Monsieur Bar & Restaurant – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: The Table by Monsieur Bar & Restaurant)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Monsieur85recipe
Address316, Lebuh Pantai, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-261 8266
EmailYiennee@monsieurbarrestaurant.com
Operating hoursMonday-Sunday 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday Closed

The Table by Monsieur Bar & Restaurant is located in the center of Georgetown on Beach Street. Monsieur 85 may be compact, but it is packed with surprises. They offer delicious food, a wide variety of wines, a romantic atmosphere, and they accommodate to those who have food allergies. French-style atmosphere with good music. Very polite and helpful employees, prompt service.

Key Differentiators:

  • Tasting menus
  • Creative cuisine
  • Stylish interior

Customer Testimonial:

“Good environment, nice food, nice place to hang out and nice staff.”

Venice Chong

8. Spink Restaurant & Lounge

Spink Restaurant & Lounge - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
Spink Restaurant & Lounge – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: Spink Restaurant & Lounge)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Spinkrestaurant/
Address1-1-7, 1, 2-7, Tingkat Mahsuri 5, Bayan Baru, 11950 Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-638 4168
Emailspinkgroups@gmail.com
Operating hoursMonday- Sunday 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday Closed

The Spink Restaurant & Lounge is the ideal location for parties, business meals, and casual dining. It has a touch of romanticism and elegance thanks to the rose-covered ceiling. They are the most photogenic place in town to spice up your dull feed and to take your taste buds on a journey.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great food
  • Quality service
  • Genuine cuisine

Customer Testimonial:

“Very delicate prepared food, delicious! Environment is good and staff very friendly.”

Lim

9. Indigo Restaurant at The Blue Mansion

Indigo Restaurant at The Blue Mansion - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
Indigo Restaurant at The Blue Mansion – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: Indigo Restaurant at The Blue Mansion)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Indigoatthebluemansion/
AddressCheong Fatt Tze Mansion, 14, Lebuh Leith, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-262 0006
Emailhhsm@cheongfatttzemansion.com
Operating hoursMonday-Sunday 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Indigo Restaurant at The Blue Mansion is committed to delivering you delectable and unforgettable contemporary Asian cuisine and takes food seriously. Whether you choose to eat in or take out, you can do so in the knowing that your security is our main priority. Their décor was created to accentuate and go along with the food they serve, reflecting the always changing menu that Chef Jack Yeap offers.

Key Differentiators:

  • Asian influences
  • Historic Blue Mansion
  • Romantic atmosphere

Customer Testimonial:

“The environment is really A plus, and the foie gras and wagyu were really amazing! Worth to try !”

Abi Khor

10. Kebaya Dining Room

Kebaya Dining Room - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
Kebaya Dining Room – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: Kebaya Dining Room)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/KebayaDiningRoom
Address14A, Stewart Ln, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-264 2333
Emailkebaya@7terraces.com
Operating hoursMonday-Friday 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday-Sunday 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Kebaya Dining Room is equipped with shared information. They use traditional French cooking techniques along with Thai spice, Vietnamese lightness, and traditional Malaysian flavor profiles in their highly inventive meals. Kebaya offers startling new variations on this already remarkable food in this creative produce.

Key Differentiators:

  • Creative cuisine
  • Innovative cooking methods
  • Heritage-preserving and award-winning hotelier

Customer Testimonial:

“Nice ambience, good food and friendly staff. Will definitely come back again!”

Carine Chloe

11. White Smoke Grill & Bar

White Smoke Grill & Bar - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
White Smoke Grill & Bar – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: White Smoke Grill & Bar)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/whitesmoke.restaurant
Address179, Lebuh Victoria, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-251 9749
Emailwhitesmokegrill.info@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 11:30AM -2:30PM, 6:00AM -10:00PM
Monday Closed

White Smoke Grill & Bar serves exquisite taste and good quality ingredients. They have such talented chefs. This place is perfect for dinner date. But limited seats. They suggest you make a reservation beforehand.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various courses menu
  • Generous portions
  • Genuine cuisine

Customer Testimonial:

“Delicious food, good service attitude, and a nice place to enjoy.”

Sin Hoo Ooi

12. Restaurant Au Jardin

Restaurant Au Jardin - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
Restaurant Au Jardin – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: Restaurant Au Jardin)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/aujardinpg/
AddressThe Warehouse, 125, Jalan Timah, 10300 Georgetown, Pulau Pinang
Phone+60 12-428 9594
Emailciewsiah@restaurant-aujardin.com
Operating hoursThursday-Sunday 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Monday-Wednesday Closed

18-seater Restaurant Au Jardin is a classy, cozy spot with a focus on fresh, in-season cuisine. Their chef-developed artisanal menu, which features meals that are straightforward yet gorgeous and reflect both culinary heritage and originality, is driven by a passion for displaying the finest ingredients. They think each component serves a purpose and has a specific location in our exquisitely produced works of art.

Key Differentiators:

  • Fine dining
  • Tasting menus
  • Great dessert

Customer Testimonial:

“Delicious food, waiters are very attentive, and super nice atmosphere. Highly recommended.”

Caryn ZhiHann

13. Beso Rosado by ChinChin

Beso Rosado by ChinChin - 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang
Beso Rosado by ChinChin – 13 Best Fine Dining in Penang (Credit: Beso Rosado by ChinChin)
Key ServicesFine Dining Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/BesoRosadoPenang/
Address86, Lebuh Bishop, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Phone+60 4-263 6868
Emailbesorosadopg@gmail.com
Operating hoursTuesday-Friday 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday-Sunday 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Beso Rosado by ChinChin serves Tapas, Craft Cocktails, and steaks and other dishes that are created with a seductive medley of tastes and spices. in millennial pink attire. The cooks at Best Rosado came up with the idea for a gorgeously decorated speakeasy for hedonists.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great value
  • Romantic atmosphere
  • Local hangout

Customer Testimonial:

“Had a great experience here. Food was amazing, staff were very attentive and knowledgable, and of course the cocktails were unbelievable. Would highly recommend this restaurant.”

David Thomson

Fine Dining Penang

With a wealth of restaurants to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect spot for a romantic dinner date or special occasion. Our list will help you get started!

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