This is for the people who needs coffee in an IV bag
Now more than ever, places are roasting their coffee beans in-house and expanding far beyond the classic espressos. With new concepts and cafés frequently popping up, there’s never going to be a shortage of coffee. Over the past few years, the caffeine scene in Penang has grown both more ubiquitous and more sophisticated — serving us a curated selection of coffees. So, now George Town is awash with great coffee. But, if you have no idea where to start, then let us guide you!
Here’s a highly personal compilation of the city’s most iconic cafes for all the coffee lovers out there.
The best cafés in Penang for your next caffeine fix:
Norm Micro Roastery
Nestled in the heart of George Town, Norm Micro Roastery is your go-to minimalist café. Whether you’re looking for hand-brewed coffee, cold brew or just a simple latte — this spot has a variety of options to choose from. Plus, they also have delicious brunch options that you can’t deny. Blessed with high ceilings and natural lighting, this spot is also perfect for photo ops too.
13, Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Lunabar
Tucked in a corner, Lunabar is surrounded by luscious greens — making it a welcome retreat from the bustling George Town streets. Come for the ambience, but stay for the café’s selection of coffees including coffee lemonade, cold brews and more. They even have their own speciality beans that you can ask for!
10d, Jalan Clove Hall, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Temu
If you’re a city dweller looking to get away for a breather, then Temu is perfect for you. They have a great selection of arabica beans to choose from — meaning you’ll enjoy every sip of coffee here. From drip coffee to a long black with soft cream and cinnamon, and orange juice with espresso, the café serves unique espresso-based drinks that are crowd favourites. They even have a range of filtered coffee from different origins using the V60 technique.
62, Lebuh Melayu, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Le Petit Four
Serving a plethora of pastries, tarts and house-baked breads, Le Petit Four is also known for its coffee. If you’re looking to fuel up after a long day of exploring, then this should be your go-to. Their coffee has everything you need — body, acidity, aroma and more.
10, Lebuh Pantai, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Forest Cloud Coffee Roasters
This sleek and contemporary café specialises in matcha and coffee that goes down smoothly with every taste. Equipped with delightful ingredients, passionate baristas and state-of-the-art technology, this café has everything you need to get you through the day.
132, Jln Penang, George Town, 10000 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Syameen Salehaldin
A lover of steamy romance books and all things green, Syameen Salehaldin is the Senior Content Producer for Harper's BAZAAR Malaysia. She spends most of her time immersed in books, and food and doing anything that makes her happy. Expect to see her diving into lifestyle, fashion and beauty trends on this platform.
