Stir-fried flat rice noodles with prawns, cockles, bean sprouts, chives, and Chinese sausage.
4 top-rated spots found
Widely regarded as the 'Holy Grail' of CKT, this stall is famous for its masterful control of charcoal heat, which imparts a deep, smoky wok hei that gas stoves simply cannot replicate. The queue is a rite of passage for any serious foodie.
📍 82, Jalan Siam, George Town, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
While the service is notoriously 'feisty' and the prices are higher than average, the quality of the seafood is unmatched. The prawns are massive, crunchy, and incredibly fresh, making it a decadent version of the street classic.
📍 108, Lorong Selamat, George Town, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
Tiger offers a more balanced and consistent experience than the ultra-famous stalls. The use of duck egg provides a rich, creamy coating to the noodles that chicken eggs can't match, and the wok hei is consistently strong.
📍 179, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
Ah Leng is famous for a 'moister' style of CKT. Instead of the dry, charred finish, this version is slightly saucier and packed with premium ingredients like mantis prawns, offering a different textural experience.
📍 30, Jalan Dunlop, George Town, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps