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10 Best Korean Foods in Penang [2024]

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Korean Food Penang

Korean Food Penang

Penang is widely known as a food paradise, with a wide variety of delicious dishes to choose from. But if you’re looking for the best Korean food in town, look no further! Here are the 10 Best Korean Foods in Penang.

1. Hanjan Eatery Soju Bar

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/hanjanpg/
Address56 lebuh campbell 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 13-457 0218
Emailhanjanpg@gmail.com
Operating hoursTuesday-Sunday 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Monday Closed

Hanjan Eatery Soju Bar offers authentic Korean dishes at a fair price. They serve food in large portions and their staffs are so affordable. Their signature dishes are tasty too.

Key Differentiators:

  • Cozy atmosphere
  • Large portions
  • Classic cocktails

Customer Testimonial:

“Good food, friendly service.”

YJ Tai

2. Seoul Garden

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/SeoulGardenMalaysia/
AddressLG06a, Dpulze Shopping Centre,, Lingkaran Cyber Point Timur, Cyber 12, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone+60 3-8325 1218
Emailinfo@seoulgarden.com.my
Operating hoursDaily 11:30AM–10:00PM

At relatively reasonable costs, Seoul Garden offers Korean-inspired cuisine in a buffet format. The goal of Seoul Garden is to develop the company alongside the clients as they progress from their college years to adulthood and raising a family. In order to suit the expanding demands of the Muslim market, Seoul Garden has been recognized as Halal, while keeping maintaining the Korean-inspired flavors that have made them well-known.

Key Differentiators:

  • Cheap eats
  • Buffet style
  • Halal-certified

Customer Testimonial:

“Comfortable environment, friendly staff, clean and family friendly. Enjoyed my dinner with my wifey.”

K.Saravanan Krishnan

3. Kim’s Korean Restaurant

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/kimskoreancuisine
Address2 Jalan Tavoy, Pinang George Town, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-218 9123
Operating hoursDaily 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM
5:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Kim’s Korean Restaurant has good food and decent service. This restaurant is worth visiting because it offers good service and prompt meal delivery. This branch’s manager was also quite accommodating to the clients. There can be local celebrations.

Key Differentiators:

  • Chic décor
  • Stylish interior
  • Large portions

Customer Testimonial:

“They gave a good portion of free sides and never stingy at all. Food tasted quite well and they have unlimited drinks (green tea).”

Guang Ning

4. Mr Dakgalbi

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/mrdakgalbigppenang
Address170-03-61A Gurney Plaza, Persiaran Gurney 10250 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone0135103525
Emailmrdakgalbigp@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Mr. Dakgalbi serves traditional Korean cuisine. Their hallmark dish is stir-fried chicken that has been marinated in a traditional Korean chili sauce that they keep secret. They provide delivery or in-store pick up services.

Key Differentiators:

  • Authentic recipe
  • Creative cuisine
  • Cheap eats

Customer Testimonial:

“Delicious as always. Friendly staffs.”

Doris Ho

5. Han Sung Po Cha Korean BBQ

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/hansungpocha/
AddressButterworth Business City Center Raja Uda, 20, Jalan Raja Uda, Raja Uda, 12300 Butterworth, Penang, Malaysia
Operating hoursDaily 12:30PM-10:00PM

Genuine Korean food is available at Han Sung Po Cha Korean BBQ. Their top seller is Korean Soy Sauce Crab. They make sure that both their crews and diners are safe in their dining area.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great food
  • Excellent service
  • Fresh products

Customer Testimonial:

“Many new menu, wanna try all too bad small stomach. Taste was good and service also efficient.”

Carol Tan

6. K Pot Fusion Restaurant

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Kpotbook/
Address98-G-33, Prima Tanjung Business Centre, 10470 Tanning tokong, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 11-1256 2181
Emailkpotkt@gmail.com
Operating hoursMonday-Sunday 11AM–10PM
Thursday Closed

The service at K Pot Fusion Restaurant is excellent. The food was superb, and the waitstaff was courteous and efficient. There are pork lovers here. Cook your own pork chop to perfection. Effective grill plate replacement. The boss must always provide genuine smiles when serving.

Key Differentiators:

  • Friendly staff
  • Generous portions
  • Creative dishes

Customer Testimonial:

“Love their dishes and ambience!”

Kelson Goh (Kelson)

7. Cottiny Café

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/cottinycafe/
Address30 Lebuh Lembah Permai 4 08000 Penang Island, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 16-917 3400
Emailfashioncrm@empas.com
Operating hoursMonday-Friday 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Cottiny Café provides home-style Korean food and snacks in a cheery setting. The word “bridge” in Korean is “da ri.” They want to foster goodwill among people from all backgrounds, not just between Malaysians and Koreans.

Key Differentiators:

  • Authentic food
  • Excellent service
  • Exquisite products

Customer Testimonial:

“Great food, awesome bingsoo and excellent service.”

Terrence Chee

8. Han Sik Ga

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/hansikga
AddressPlaza Gurney, Lot 170-07-09/10, Gurney Dr, 10250 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-218 9246
Operating hoursDaily 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Han Sik Ga provides tasty food and welcoming service in a roomy, welcoming setting. The cost is affordable. Locals who have frequented this location for years believe that nothing has changed.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great value
  • Cheap eats
  • Excellent service

Customer Testimonial:

“The food is quite good tho. Especially their Korean fried chicken with the sauce coated on top. The rest were also taste good.”

Geoffrey L

9. Park’s Kitchen Korean Restaurant

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitefacebook.com/myparkskitchen/
Address337-J-G, Jalan Perak, Jelutong, 11600 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 11-1683 3301
Operating hoursDaily 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

With your friends and family, you may have a wonderful grilling experience at Park’s Kitchen Korean Restaurant. Everything you could possibly want is included in their set menu, which also includes free coffee and water.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various offers
  • Great food
  • Exquisite experience

Customer Testimonial:

“Very nice place to dine in Korean food. The quality food is great. Will visit again once I have chance pass by there.”

Chan Zhen Hui

10. Bellygood Korean BBQ

Key ServicesKorean Food Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/bellygoodpenang
Address5-1-16,The Promenade, Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, Malaysia
Phone+60 17-212 7383
Operating hoursDaily 11:30AM–3:00PM, 5:30PM–11:00PM
Closed on Monday

Bellygood Korean BBQ offers a wide selection of delectable side dishes as well as top-notch customer support. Their side dishes are palpable. They also offer sizable menus.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great food
  • Large portions
  • Takeaway menu

Customer Testimonial:

“Went for the lunch. Reasonable price and side dish is nice. Nice food as well.”

Chin Han Ooi

Korean Food Penang

There are many great Korean restaurants in Penang, and the ones listed above are some of the best. If you’re looking for delicious and authentic Korean food, these restaurants are definitely worth checking out.

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