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9 Insta-Worthy Cafes To Check Out In Penang

Check these out for your next cafe-hopping sesh!

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1. Matcho Cafe @ George Town

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This cute tropical-inspired cafe is a made-for-Insta paradise! The cafe matches its pretty decor with equally good-looking desserts, so grab a rattan chair and enjoy some camera-ready treats like the signature Matcho Toast.

Address: No. 99B, Lebuh Noordin, George Town

Opening hours:
10.30am - 10.30pm (Mondays- Sundays)
10.30am - 11.30pm (Tuesdays)

Contact: +604 261 0031

Matcho is pork-free.

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

2. Narrow Marrow @ George Town

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This gritty cafe on Lebuh Carnarvon will make for some pretty unique #OOTD shots! Photo-taking aside, Narrow Marrow's also a great place for coffee and their signature Avocado Cheddar Toast.

Address: No. 252, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town

Opening hours:
5pm - 12am (Mondays - Thursdays)
2pm - 1am (Fridays - Sundays)
Closed on Wednesdays

Contact: +6016 553 6647

Narrow Marrow is pork-free.

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

3. Norm @ George Town

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This minimalist cafe keeps both their decor and menu simple. Order up a cup of coffee to go with your fluffy waffles, and watch the world go by at Norm.

Address: No.1, Gat Lebuh Macallum, George Town

Opening hours: 9am - 12am (daily)

Contact: +6017 401 1300

Norm is pork-free.

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

4. Le 楽 @ George Town

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The edgy, industrial vibes at Le楽 make it a hip place for a lepak session with the gang! Enjoy some light bites like toast and cakes while you're there.

Address: No.33, Jalan Gurdwara, George Town

Opening hours:
10am - 1am (Mondays - Sundays)
Closed on Wednesdays.

Contact: +6010 380 6202

Le 楽 is pork-free.

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

5. Meraki Coffee @ Island Plaza

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For yummy pasta dishes, good coffee and awesome desserts, check out Meraki Coffee. Their must-try dishes include the popular Roasted Pork Belly Carbonara and the Cookies N' Cream Chocolate Pudding.

Address: G-12, Island Plaza, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, Seri Tanjung Pinang

Opening hours:
9am - 11pm (Sundays - Thursdays)
9am - 12am (Fridays - Saturdays)

Contact: +604 899 1100

Meraki Coffee is non-halal.

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

6. CAZE by Buu's Kitchen @ George Town

This chic cafe takes their food to a whole other level. Their Seafood Aglio Olio comes topped with a Baked Cheese King Prawn! The Peri Pineapple Burger deserves a spot on your makan list as well.

Address: 10A, Lebuh King, George Town

Opening hours:
11am - 11pm (Tuesdays - Sundays)
Closed on Mondays

Contact: +604 261 0323

CAZE by Buu's Kitchen is pork-free.

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

7. HOLD UP Cafe @ George Town

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This compact cafe along Jalan Kuala Kangsar is a great pit-stop for your caffeine fix. The cafe offers a tidy menu of coffee-based drinks and is perfect for a little quiet time accompanied by a good cup of flat white.

Address: No.75, Jalan Kuala Kangsar, George Town

Opening hours:
12pm - 10pm (Mondays - Saturdays)
Closed on Sundays

Contact: +6016 421 8633

HOLD UP Cafe is pork-free.

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

8. Rollney @ George Town

Known for serving their soft serve in the addictive chimney cake cones, this dessert spot is not one to be missed! Their fun monthly flavours include Thai Tea and Sweet Corn.

Address: No. 40, Lebuh Leith, George Town

Opening hours: 1pm - 11.30pm (daily)

Contact: +6016 784 0181

Rollney is pork-free.

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

9. HIVE @ Bayan Baru

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You can enjoy a range of mouth-watering dishes at this casual cafe in Bayan Baru, from flavourful pastas to colourful desserts. The al fresco dining area is perfect for brunch meet-ups!

Address: 5-G-36, The Promenade, Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Baru

Contact: +6012 570 5804

HIVE is pork-free.

More info on: Facebook

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