Are you on the hunt for a new cafe in Penang? We cannot espresso how much you need to try these 7 new cafes in Penang! The Penang cafe game has stepped up in 2022 and you don’t want to be latte to the party. Whether you’re living in Penang or you’re visiting for a short while, your stay there won’t be complete without trying some of these up-and-coming Penang cafes.

1. Higher Ground

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What gives this Penang cafe the higher ground? The fact that it was once a horse stable that was converted into a cafe! Whether or not you’re a horse lover, you can definitely do a good amount of horsing around with their delicious range of coffees and cakes.

Horses need a lot of space and that’s why you’ll have plenty at this large cafe to make yourself as comfortable as you can (their chill music playlist is a plus!). If you’re looking for a quiet, spacious, and relaxing space for you to sip your coffee and recharge your energy then you know where in Penang you have to go!

Address: 19-19A, Lebuh Leith, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 12pm – 12am (Monday closed)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

2. Level 2 Coffee & Food

This new cafe in Penang took “taking it to the next level” seriously! This Penang cafe has a futuristic design and emits a minimalist, zen ambience for patrons to enjoy while savouring their signature breakfast dishes, Western cuisine, and of course, coffee.

Whether you enjoy simple breakfast foods like avocado toast and English muffins or more exquisite dishes like Sea Bass Spinach Risotto and Orange Sauce Duck Breast, you’ll find something to satisfy your taste buds and appetite here. If you like your coffee rich, your food flavourful and your environment tranquil, this is the Penang cafe you should be dining in at!

Address: No 1, Butterworth Business City Centre, Jalan Raja Uda, 12300 Butterworth, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 10am – 10pm (Monday closed)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

3. Langit Senja Kopi

A beautiful name for a beautiful new cafe in Penang. Fun fact: It’s named after two rescue cats; Langit and Senja!

This Penang cafe specialises in its range of Nusantara dishes as well as coffee beans sourced from various regions in Asia. If you’re hungry for traditional kuih such as karipap and onde-onde or even special treats such as kek lapis, you’ll be able to satisfy your cravings at this cosy, quaint cafe right here in the locality of Penang.

You have a bonus in store for you if you’re a vintage lover; this cafe contains a record store that opens nightly where you can purchase cassettes, vinyls, and even books! Psst, don’t forget to keep a lookout for some furry four-legged cafe dwellers!

Address: 93, Lebuh Armenian, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 3pm – 10pm (Wednesday closed)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

4. Khing Cafe (Georgetown)

If you find yourself walking past this cafe in George Town, we can guarantee that you won’t be able to escape the wafting scent of coffee calling you to come in.

Their signboard says “Enjoy the Aroma” for a good reason! Enjoy the aroma but also enjoy the coffee producing it! Complement your coffee with one of this Penang cafe’s scrumptious cakes; the Belgian Biscoff Cheesecake and Coconut Latte Crepe are must-trys! If neither of those flavours sound like they’ll tickle your taste buds, worry not, there’s a wide assortment of luscious cakes and crepes to satiate your sweet tooth.

Address: 278, Lebuh Pantai, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 12pm -10pm (Monday closed)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

5. Sweet Palace Patisserie Cafe

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This Penang cafe is aptly named as it is indeed a patisserie palace! Sweet Palace Patisserie Cafe might be very new but it is already popular in its locality for its range of delectable handcrafted pastries like no other.

This new cafe in Penang has everything from artisan croissants and cream puffs to waffles and doughnuts. If you are a pastry-loving sweet tooth, this place will be your haven in Penang! If you enjoy the more savoury things in life, this cafe also serves delicious handmade pizza and croissant sandwiches.

Address: Gurney Dr, Georgetown, 10250 George Town, Penang
Operating hours: 11am – 10pm
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

6. P.66 Penang

Coffee, books, AND a wide range of arts and crafts supplies? You read that right! P.66 Penang is the perfect place for you to slowly sip your coffee while browsing through books and high-quality stationery.

If you’re a writer or an artist who enjoys the more artisanal things in life, we guarantee that you’ll have a good time at this Penang cafe! If you’re just looking for a place to sip some good coffee and enjoy a Big Breakfast, you’ll enjoy your time here just as much.

Address: 66, Lebuh Campbell, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 9am – 6pm
Social media: Instagram | Facebook

7. Chu Cafe

Despite being new, this new cafe in Penang has been the talk of the town for its delicious breakfast & rice box menu offerings! This cafe aspires to be more than just that; it aims to provide visitors with a home-cook food experience.

If you have yet to try Signature Grilled Chicken, Egg Cheese Toast, Japanese Chicken Skewer or Asian Cuisine, this is the best place for you to expand your palate.

Chu Cafe will give you one of the best breakfast experiences in the state of Penang — don’t miss out on the good stuff!

Address: 8, Lebuh Cintra, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 8am – 3pm (Weekdays) | 10am – 8pm (Weekends)
Social media: Instagram 

We hope this article helped you find the best Penang cafes this month! These cafes may be new to Penang but don’t let them be new to you forever — begin your next cafe hopping journey with these 7 new cafes in Penang!

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