Penang is always on the grind to establish new up-and-coming cafes and to ensure that they’re inclusive of everyone who wants to go on a cafe-hopping spree, enjoy delicious meals and study or work in the chill-out coffee shop ambience — that is why we want to share the 8 best Halal cafes in Penang for our Muslim friends to enjoy!

1. Rumah Kacha

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Rumah Kacha is a Halal cafe in Penang which prides itself in its burgers, pasta, grills, and coolers. With delicious starters such as Hot Chicken Wings and Sticky Thai Glazed Chicken Wings to unique flavours of pasta such as Squid Ink Tomyam with Seafood, Masak Lemak Cili Api with Prawns and Chicken Rendang to exquisite Grilled Lamb Chops and their prized Honey Mustard Chicken Burger and Angus Burger, Rumah Kacha has rightfully earned the title of one of the best Halal cafes in Penang.

The food on this halal cafe Penang is so delicious that you’ll be licking your plates and fingers clean! Wash it all down with one of their famed summer cooler beverages, milkshakes, or of course, coffee!

Address: 31a, Jalan Gurdwara, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 12pm – 3pm; 5pm – 9.30pm (Closed on Mondays)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

2. Syarikat Cafe

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Fresh brew, handmade pasta, and the highlight of this Halal cafe in Penang — Basque Burnt Cheesecake. That’s right, this abandoned office turned into a Muslim-friendly cafe is undoubtedly one of the best places in Penang for you to get a taste of the famed rich, creamy and luscious Basque Burnt Cheesecake and to add a flavourful twist to it, you can mix and match the flavours on this layered cheesecake!

From Hojicha Matcha and Belgian Dark Chocolate to Salted Caramel Earl Grey and Keylime Biscoff, this cheesecake is truly a one of a kind flavour experience!

Aside from the cake, there is a tasty, aromatic selection of coffee beverages as well as non-coffee and fizzy drinks. If you’re hungry for more, you can always dig into their delicious Smoked Duck Carbonara and Signature Pomodoro with Lamb Meatballs.

Address: 96, Lim Cheng Teik Sq, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 12pm – 12am (Closed on Mondays)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

3. Dandy Modern Food

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Feeling dandy? We’ve got just the place for you! A modern twist on your favourite classic Mediterranean food is what this Halal cafe Penang dishes up and serves you on aesthetic platters.

If you’re in the area, be sure to indulge yourself with their signature Dandy Lamb, Golden Shrimp and Cheese Pizza and Dandy Mixed Grill. If you’re looking for a light meal, you’ll enjoy the Mediterranean Beef Wrap or the Summer at the Sea burger.

If you want to experience a taste of the Mediterranean Summer, you can check out their all-new special menu and treat yourself to the Tahini Garden Salad, Half Moon pita sandwich, and Golden Sunset beverage. Whatever it is that you order, you definitely don’t want to leave this place without a Salted Caramel Goodness frappuccino in your hand to slowly sip on!

Address: No. 72-1-17 Arena Curve, Jalan Mahsuri, 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 11am – 10pm
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

4. Pipit Patisserie

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A cute, artisanal name for a cute, artisanal place! This Halal cafe in Penang has good coffee and even better cakes, pastries and cookies. Whether you like espressos or lattes, you’re going to like them even better when they’re paired with a rich, creamy Tiramisu; a classic, spongy Victoria Sandwich cake; a unique best-selling Lemon Poppyseed cake, Red Velvet, Biscoff Chocolate and Carrot Walnut just to name a few!

Pipit Patisserie is one of the best halal cafe in Penang and they also serves delectable cream puffs, fudge brownies, hummingbird cupcakes, cinnamon rolls and many other delicious pastries and desserts that will satisfy even the sweetest of tooths!

Address: 355C, Lengkok Pemancar, Taman Tun Sardon, 11700 Gelugor, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 8am – 10pm (Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

5. Brown Sugar Eatery

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This Halal cafe in Penang serves delicious latte, delicious fizzy beverages such as Ocean Blue Sparkling and Pink Guava Lemon, and our personal favourites, delicious sliced cakes.

At Brown Sugar Eatery, you can sink your sweet tooth into a spongy Classic Victoria Sandwich, a traditional and modern fusion of Pandan Burnt Cheesecake and Sirap Bandung Burnt Cheesecake, a famous Biscoff Cheesecake or even a luscious crème brulée and a selection of Biscoff and Red Velvet cheese tarts. Calling all dessert lovers in Penang to come indulge themselves at this Halal Penang cafe!

Address: Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 3pm – 11pm
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

6. Temu

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Temu is a sleek, minimalistic cafe located in George Town that opens its doors as a place for coffee lovers to meet (fun fact: the M in the TEMU logo is made to look like two people meeting and shaking hands!).

Simplicity is key in this Halal cafe in Penang but the one thing that isn’t simple here is the quality of the aromatic, delicious, invigorating coffee beverages. Order yourself the Signature TEMU Coffee topped with cream and a pinch of cinnamon powder as well as the Waffogato (waffles and affogato!) and the rich, creamy tiramisu. This halal cafe in Penang is the perfect place for you to enjoy a cup of coffee, study, work, or, according to the name of the cafe, meet people!

Address: 62, Lebuh Melayu, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 10am – 7pm
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

7. Bricklin Cafe

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This Halal cafe in Penang is established by Rasta Brew Co. and serves a delicious menu of coffee and food. You can’t go wrong with a classic latte but your dining experience will be made even more right with a delicious meal of Aroy Mak Thai Grilled Chicken, Kalio Grilled Chicken with Nasi Minyak and Spicy Chicken Ham Aglio Olio.

If you’re looking for something a little lighter, you’ll want to try their Salmon Bagel or one of their many Brunch food options, each one just as delicious as the other! This best halal cafe in Penang serves good food and a great experience.

Address: 31A, Jalan Gurdwara, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 10am – 7pm (Monday); 9am – 7pm (Wednesday – Sunday) (Closed on Tuesdays)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

8. Neighbourhood Coffee Bar

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It’s your friendly Neighbourhood Coffee Bar right here in Penang. This Halal cafe in Penang has great coffee with little twists of flavour; here’s where you can find Raspberry Latte, Creamo Latte, and Espresso Sunkiss. Mmm!

Your cafe experience wouldn’t be complete without something to munch on and that’s where dessert lovers can enjoy fudgy Brownies with Matcha Ice Cream, a slice of creamy Chocolate Hazelnut Burnt Basque Cheesecake or a crispy Croffle with Vanilla Ice Cream; but if you’re more of a savoury person then you’ll definitely enjoy the brunch menu with assortments of freshly baked breads and buns, scrambled eggs, sausages and baked beans. Yum!

Address: 2L, Jalan Delima, Island Glades, 11700 Gelugor, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 11am – 8pm (Closed on Fridays)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

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Go ahead and make your day more brewtiful at 8 of the best Halal cafes in Penang! We can guarantee you that there’s something for everyone to enjoy at the latest coffee shops Penang has given rise to! Follow us on Instagram (@penanglicious) for latest cafe reviews! Bon appetit!