A new addition to Island 88, HK 1987 is tucked away on the mezzanine floor of the building. The restaurant offers a wide variety of Hong Kong delights, with a particular focus on HK-style claypot rice and an extensive range of stir-fried dishes. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable, making it a versatile spot that caters well to diners of all ages. With its large menu and hearty servings, HK 1987 is worth checking out for those craving comforting Hong Kong flavors in Penang.
A new addition that joined All Seasons Place (Air Hitam) in January 2025- Claypot Foodie 煲仔家庭煲仔饭, specializes in Cantonese-style Claypot Rice. On top of the rice options, there are some noodle choices as well as some additional sides. Dishes are reasonably priced and the restaurant is air-conditioned. Pretty decent and worth a try if you are in the vicinity- go for their signature Claypot Rice series and you will not be disappointed.
A close competitor (and neighbor) to the ever-popular Heun Kee Claypot Rice at Pudu, Foong Lian Claypot Foods and Cafe 丰年瓦煲美食馆 is often the back-up choice for many when it comes to Claypot Rice. It has a clean, comfortable dining space with less crowd. Menu-wise, it offers a good variety of Claypot Rice with different toppings, Soups and some Vegetable side dishes. The quality is fine, comparison with Heun Kee-aside, we thought this is a decent place for Claypot Rice without the hassle of joining big crowd and queuing all the way to get in the restaurant.
In today's fast-moving society, traditional Claypot Rice cooked over coal fire is fast disappearing but this new spot in the Lip Sin Neighborhood- Baby Claypot House 炭烧煲仔记 is bringing it back to life. As per the name suggested, Baby Claypot House focuses on Claypot Rice but the menu also features other Chinese stir-fry dishes; there are also various toppings available for add-ons. The place is not air-conditioned and merely like a local Coffee Shop, the price points are 20-30% higher than normal Claypot Rice stalls. More like a place for novelty experience and not worth the trip all the way there for this. To find Baby Claypot House, simply locate the main entrance of Pan Palace Plaza, the same building that houses Sunshine Lip Sin and Red Tea House Dim Sum.
A short walk from the popular mural art at Armenian Street is Tong Restaurant; a new casual modern restaurant that serves classic delights with a creative modern twist. Step in the restaurant and you will be welcomed by a classy setting of long bar, followed by an elegant setting of dining area; making it a place most appropriate for food, drink and conversations. The restaurant uses top quality of ingredients and with zero-waste concept in mind, all their dishes are carefully crafted and made to impress. The contemporary European-styled menu features small plates and dishes suitable for sharing, as well as a big beverage list featuring some of their signature Cocktails. The dining area is a little limited and if you are visiting in a big group, do make early reservations.
