Egg noodles served dry with dark soy sauce or in soup, accompanied by wontons and char siu.
4 top-rated spots found
One of the last bastions of the 'Jook Sing' technique, where the chef rides a massive bamboo pole to knead the dough. This labor-intensive process creates a noodle with a 'snap' and elasticity that machine-made versions cannot replicate.
📍 37, Lebuh Campbell, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
An iconic night stall that has served generations. It gained international fame after being featured by Anthony Bourdain. The atmosphere of dining on plastic stools amidst the chaos of Chulia Street is the quintessential Penang experience.
📍 Lebuh Chulia, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
Run by an elderly couple for decades, this stall is famous for using 'pre-fried' noodles. These noodles have a crinkly, porous texture similar to high-end instant ramen, allowing them to soak up the savory sauce more effectively than fresh noodles.
📍 34, Lebuh Acheh, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps
A 50-year-old institution tucked away in a morning wet market. It is the 'gold standard' for locals who live outside the tourist-heavy Georgetown core. The noodles are exceptionally bouncy and the portions are generous.
📍 Jelutong Market, Jalan Jelutong, 11600 George Town, Pulau Pinang · View on Maps