A savory omelette made with small oysters, eggs, and a starch batter for a chewy texture.
5 top-rated spots found
This is the definitive 'crispy' version of the dish in Penang. Unlike the gooey versions found elsewhere, the starch here is fried to a cracker-like golden-brown finish while the oysters remain plump and barely cooked to preserve their juices.
📍 160, Lebuh Carnarvon, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
Known for having some of the largest 'baby' oysters in the city. The version here leans toward the 'wet' and gooey style, which perfectly absorbs the briny liquor from the fresh oysters.
📍 4-70, Lebuh Presgrave, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
A rare and highly-regarded halal-certified version of the dish that doesn't compromise on the essential 'wok hei'. It is served in the heart of one of Penang's most famous night food streets.
📍 Lorong Baru (New Lane), 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
Often cited by locals as the most balanced plate in town—not too oily, not too starchy, and not too crispy. It represents the 'Goldilocks' of oyster omelettes.
📍 150, Jalan Macalister, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
This stall is famous for its consistency. The oysters are notably soft and juicy, and the egg-to-starch ratio is managed so that you get crispy edges with a melt-in-your-mouth center.
📍 415, Jalan Burma, 10350 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps