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10 Best Nasi Dagang in Penang [2024]

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Nasi Dagang Penang

Best Nasi Dagang Penang
Best Nasi Dagang Penang

If you’re looking for the best Nasi Dagang in Penang, look no further! We’ve compiled a list of the Best Nasi Dagang in Penang. Nasi Dagang is a Malay-style rice dish with chicken or beef rendang on top. It’s usually served with a side of cucumber salad and sambal chili sauce. If you’re visiting Penang, be sure to try Nasi Dagang at one of these restaurants!

1. Hameediyah Restaurant

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/HAMEEDIYAHRESTAURANTSDNBHD1025046U/
Address164 Lebuh Campbell, Georgetown, Penang 10100 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 12-594 0479
Emailhameediyah1907@gmail.com
Operating HoursDaily 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Not only in Penang but also in many other regions surrounding the island, Hameediyah Restaurant is well-known. Many folks enjoy getting their hands filthy to prepare this well-known local delicacy.

Key Differentiators:

  • Renowned
  • Great options
  • Exquisite experience

Customer Testimonial:

“One of the Best Nasi Briyani in George Town.”

Muhammad Faizal Ahmad

2. Nasi Lemak Cedok Bukit Dumbar

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/nasilemakbukitdumbar/
Address89, Jalan Faraday, Bukit Dumbar, 11700 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 12-449 0353
Emailnasilemakcedok@gmail.com
Operating HoursWednesday-Sunday 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

The well-known nasi dagang is offered at Nasi Lemak Cedok Bukit Dumbar. This Malaysian cuisine includes fish curry, coconut milk-steamed rice, and optional garnishes such pickled carrots and cucumber.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various offers
  • Cheap eats
  • Great deals

Customer Testimonial:

“Solid fat rice.”

Salbiah Abdul Samad

3. Che Nah Nasi Campur & Nasi Ayam Hospital Pulau Pinang

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/CheNahFoodInternational/
Address8, Jln Utama, George Town, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 19-480 5715
Emailhadi.chenah@gmail.com
Operating HoursDaily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday Closed

The first “Nasi Campur” stall you meet with is Che Nah Nasi Campur & Nasi Ayam Hospital Pulau Pinang, which is quite simple to find next to the General Hospital. They provide delicious but expensive (yet tolerable) cuisine.

Key Differentiators:

  • Excellent service
  • Great options
  • Fair price

Customer Testimonial:

“Iced tea water. Delicious.”

Siti Suzliana

4. Raffe Nasi Kandar Pulau Tikus

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/raffe.penang
Address295, Burmah Road, Pulau Tikus (Co.Reg:1006904V), Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-228 8466
Emailresraffe@gmail.com
Operating HoursDaily 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Before moving to Pulau Tikus in 1998, Raffe Nasi Kandar Pulau Tikus first established itself in Batu Gantong, Penang’s racetrack. Even though it’s modest, this store lot outlet is entirely ventilated by fans.

Key Differentiators:

  • Cozy atmosphere
  • Great deals
  • Various offers

Customer Testimonial:

“His squid eggs are delicious.”

Afiqah Tajuddin

5. Restoran Tajuddin Hussain

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://m.facebook.com/pages/Restoran-Tajuddin-Hussain/150813021631793
Address45-63, Queen St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-262 5367

The staff at Restoran Tajuddin Hussain is capable of supplying food very quickly. The gravy on their cuisine is superior to that at other Nasi kandar restaurants since it is thick and delicious.

Key Differentiators:

  • Large menus
  • Great deals
  • Excellent service

Customer Testimonial:

“Rose chicken and onion pawer chicken.”

Naza Umar

6. Restoran Kak Sal Kelate

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/people/Restoran-Kak-Sal-Kelate/100063904989442/
AddressSimpang Hiway BKE, 13500, Jln Permatang Pauh, Taman Janggus, 13500 Permatang Pauh, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 17-562 0002
Emailinamazlina180@gmail.com
Operating HoursTuesday-Sunday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Food at Restoran Kak Sal Kelate is authentic and of the highest caliber. the sweetness from the fresh patin, the spiciness from those cili padi, and the sourness from the tempoyak.

Key Differentiators:

  • Variety of options
  • Great deals
  • Cheap eats

Customer Testimonial:

“The kerabu rice is delicious.”

Abdul Hadi Abu Bakar

7. Quallys Nusantara Kitchen

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/quallys.hq
Address144 I, Jalan Burma, 10500 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 17-529 6674
Operating HoursMonday-Friday 12:00–4:00PM
Saturday 11:00AM–4:00PM

The owner of Quallys Nusantara Kitchen serves up some of the best Malaysian food ever prepared. Particularly the duck rendang, their meal was very outstanding. They also provide a wide range of foods, including curry, satay, ayam, special rice, and so on.

Key Differentiators:

  • Creative dish
  • Excellent service
  • Cheap eats

Customer Testimonial:

“We had a private dinner catered in a room upstairs at night – the food was amazing.”

Island Life

8. Nasi Dalca Briyani

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/nasidalcabriyanibayanlepas/
Address2198 Mukim 12 Kampung Masjid Bayan Lepas, Bayan Lepas, Malaysia
Phone+60 17-201 6023
Operating HoursMonday-Wednesday 12:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Thursday-Sunday 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Saturday Closed

The greatest accompaniments to Nasi Dalca Briyani are fried chicken that is crispy and juicy, sautéed veggies, and savory mixed gravies (the main gravy is called as dalca – warm gravy made from dhal). Do arrive early because parking during busy times can be quite difficult to find.

Key Differentiators:

  • Exquisite experience
  • Great deals
  • Cheap eats

Customer Testimonial:

“The place is clean and very systematic.”

NiSa Zack

9. Kedai Makan Lidiana

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Kedaimakanlidiana/
Address11200 Tanjung Bungah, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 16-415 8686
Emailkedaimakanlidiana@gmail.com

For decades, people have been eating at Kedai Makan Lidiana. Just go by the fact that it has evolved from a temporary stand to the eatery it is now to show how famous it has become in Penang.

Key Differentiators:

  • Excellent service
  • Authentic flavors
  • Various options

Customer Testimonial:

“It’s interesting. Delicious. Come to eat.”

Oysp Dsr A

10. Nasi 7 Benua Koo Boo Cafe

Key ServicesNasi Dagang Penang
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/KooboCafe
AddressJalan Tun Dr Awang, Taman Tunas Muda, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 17-496 2652

Excellent food is available at the Nasi 7 Benua Koo Boo Cafe Restaurant, along with a variety of side dishes from which to choose. They include dishes like chicken goulash, soy-braised chicken, fried chicken, meat in sour water, and many more.

Key Differentiators:

  • Cheap eats
  • Various offers
  • Excellent service

Customer Testimonial:

“I love the 7 different rice. Quite interesting to try and sedap as well. Those who wish to try new things can come here.”

Sashmitra Anildev

Nasi Dagang Penang

Nasi Dagang is a delicious and unique dish that can be found in Penang, Malaysia. This dish is made with rice, fish, and spices, and it is sure to leave you wanting more. If you are looking for a new and exciting culinary experience, be sure to try Nasi Dagang Penang.

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