Cado Cafe @ Beach Street, Georgetown, Penang.

Hailed from Cameron Highlands, Cado's outlet in Penang is its second branch (the first outside of Cameron Highlands). The Penang branch can be found at Beach Street and carries the signature Scones. On top of the classic British treat, the cafe also churns out a small Western menu as well as a good selection of cakes. 

Antipodean Cafe @ Central Gurney, Penang.

A big name in the Kuala Lumpur cafe scene- popular Kiwi-Australian style cafe: Antipodean Cafe is finally in Penang now. The latest outlet can be found at Central @ Gurney (ground floor of G Hotel Gurney Drive). The Penang Antipodean Cafe brings along some of its signature dishes like the Big Breakfast, Egg Benedict etc, the price points are in the mid-high range (for a cafe standard). The cafe has a casual, relaxed al-fresco vibe; making it ideal for both casual meet ups over drinks or even a leisure brunch. 

Yolk Cafe @ Weld Quay, Georgetown, Penang.

For a new and affordable brunch spot in the heart of Georgetown, keep an eye out for Yolk Cafe... right next to Royale Chulan Hotel at Weld Quay. The new brunch spot offers a good brunch list- from the usual Egg-dishes to more filling options like Pasta and Burgers... Yolk Cafe has a small dessert list too. There are some hits and misses but the place is very new so they are still improving and fine-tuning their menu. The place has good, cozy dining atmosphere... most suitable for casual meals or small gatherings. On a side note, Yolk Cafe is a pet-friendly cafe so you'll get to enjoy brunch with your lovely pets. 

The North @ Kinta Lane, Georgetown, Penang.

The North at Kinta Lane is one of the latest additions to the Penang cafe and dessert scene, specializing in Dacquoise, a French dessert made from nuts and Meringue. But the cafe has more than desserts to offer, they have a fairly big menu featuring All Day Breakfast items, Pasta dishes as well as some Asian delights. The price points are higher than average but the quality is there. The interior decor is simple but cozy, with 2 floors of air-conditioned seating areas available. For those who are driving, there are a few available parking lots right next to the hotel... complimentary parking for cafe guests. Strategic location and quality food, this place is worth a look (if you don't mind paying a little bit more). 

Picco Polo Cafe @ Beach Street, Georgetown, Penang.

One of the latest additions to Georgetown is Picco Polo Cafe, a cafe that got its name from its signature offering- Polo Bun but it is not a one trick pony, the cafe offers a big Western menu (with a couple of Malaysian delights) as well. Polo Bun may paint a picture that the cafe has a Hong Kong Cha Chan Teng interior decor but in actual fact, Picco Polo Cafe has a modern, chic interior. The price points might be on the higher side but given the cozy atmosphere and versatile menu, the place is worth checking out. 

Pace Coffee @ Beach Street, Georgetown, Penang.

Opened in late March 2021, Pace Coffee at Beach Street is one of the latest spots for brunch in the heart of Georgetown. The modern cafe has an easy-going environment- with simple interior; though the tables and chairs are not that accommodating for bigger groups. The menu has a list of familiar brunch favorites like Big Breakfast, Egg Ben, BLT Sandwich etc... with prices are slightly on the expensive side. The menu is solid but the service is a lackluster (we had to wait for slightly more than an hour for our orders to serve), probably due to first day jitters. 

Le Brunch @ Chow Thye Road, Georgetown, Penang.

If you are one supporter of the booming Brunch trend, watch out Le Brunch... a new Brunch-specialist  that took over Monkeycup Cafe at Chow Thye Road. As its name would suggest, Le Brunch offers a Brunch-focused menu; it started off only focusing in Brunch items but it has since, slowly expanded to offer more items and extended their business hours to late evenings as well. The Western menu is quite extensive- from appetizers to light/ heavy Brunch items, Mains (like roasted goods/ Pasta) or even desserts. Nothing much has changed for its interior decor- the cozy charm remains unchanged. The prices vary for dishes but generally fall within the affordable range. Hit up the place if you are seeking for a fuss-free brunch place with plenty of Halal options. 

Many Thanks to Le Brunch for hosting us.

Project CAN By Haru Hari @ Taman Gelugor, Jelutong, Penang.

Found at the end of Greenlane, almost towards Udini Roundabout; Project CAN occupies a prominent spot at the Ghee Hiang Garden... right next to the bustling Greenlane (Jalan Masjid Negeri). The place is easily noticeable from afar, especially in the evenings due to the alluring lights at the garden, right in front of the cafe. Both interior and exterior seating are equally interesting- for those who prefer an outdoorsy ambiance can opt to be seated at the garden area... with al-fresco relaxing vibe while the indoor offers a clean, comfortable cafe seating arrangement and atmosphere. On the menu, it has rather limited options and the kitchen operates only at certain hours (for dinner- kitchen opens at 6 pm). The prices are slightly on the expensive side, given that the serving portion is not that big; still a great place for hangout nevertheless.  

Cuisine 18 @ King Street, Georgetown, Penang.

The spot previously occupied by REVE Kitchen and Dessert Bar at King Street (right next to Public Bank Penang Main Branch) is now taken up by Cuisine 18, a new restaurant offering a French-inspired menu. There are only minimal changes to the interior but the addition of curtains that block the sunlight from flowing in does introduce a romantic touch to the place. The menu offering is not too big but sufficiently covers all range of diners (from Fish to Chicken and Red Meat), the price points are of mid-average but the Course menu offers better values. A pretty decent restaurant for some solid French-inspired dishes without putting a dent on the wallet. 

Miodis Cafe @ Abu Siti Lane, Georgetown, Penang.

Both a florist and a cafe, Miodis Cafe boasts over its floral-homey interior decor... step in the place and you will be welcomed with a colorful, bright entrance with a whiff of floral scents. The ordering counter is right next to the florist, a corner dedicated to selling bouquets of fresh flowers. Seats are arranged in a comfortable spacing, allowing good privacy next to each other... there are also a couple of couches for those who prefer a more relaxed seating arrangement. On the menu, the cafe offers Western choices along with a couple of Chinese noodle options (though not available on our visit). Not exactly a big menu and the dishes do not come cheap but the quality for the mains are not too shabby (not for the case of their Waffles). Miodis Cafe can be found along Abu Siti Lane, facing 7 Village Noodle House.

Kopi & Co. @ Eastern Hotel, Chulia Street, Georgetown, Penang.

It took me a while to figure out where is Eastern Hotel Penang (not to be confused with Eastern and Oriental Hotel)... it appears that I have seen it but does not have a deep impression on it, turns out that it is one of the recently refurbished budget hotels along Chulia Street (close to the junction of Penang Road). Kopi & Co. is the cafe housed inside Eastern Hotel. Opened for business in early 2020, the cafe serves a Western menu... offering both diners and hotel guests All-Day Breakfast items, with a few Pasta and local Asian delights. The place has an al-fresco atmosphere but can be quite warm on sultry hot afternoons.

Copper Bar & Restaurant @ Armenian Street, Georgetown, Penang.

Found at a touristy area of Armenian Street, Copper Bar and Restaurant has a traditionally Chinese facade but classy-glossy interior; one may think that its a new boutique hotel. In actual fact, the rustic spot offers an interesting food menu with a wide range of alcohol beverages. The dinner menu (with a local touch) seems to be wildly creative but we were there early- brunch menu was the only menu on offer. Prices are certainly on the higher side but the quality commensurate with the price tags; at least it gets the basics right... with the servers delivering warm hospitality, this is definitely one of the places for a worthy breakfast. 

The Second @ Bayan Lepas, Penang.

"The Second" is a social enterprise, a non-profit cafe that deserves more attention and support from the public. The initiative is started by PACTS Schools... the proceeds from the cafe churns to funding children in rural areas in Miri and Penang to study in the child-centered education of PACTS Schools. A stone's throw distance away from Olive Tree Hotel, The Second can be found right next to Arang Coffee (previously Kum Kei). Like most cafes, the place offers the standard cafe fare and setting; with a mix of local elements. Despite the prices are on the higher side (for charity purposes anyway), the serving portion is well-justified. 

Dean & Deluca @ Pavilion, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur.

Opened in late August 2018, Dean & Deluca, a Thai-owned New York deli-cafe has made its debut in the city's premium shopping mall- Pavilion in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. The brand is known to offer premium quality gourmet food and has presence in many international markets. The outlet in Pavilion is the brand's first outlet in Malaysia. It occupies a corner lot on Level 3 of the mall, offering large, comfortable space to diners. Step in the place and you will be welcomed by rows of Dean & Deluca merchandises, followed by eye-pleasing bakery items at the display fridge (next to the order counter). It is very likely that you will be approached by a friendly server by then, whom will offer you a menu comprises of their signature delights and special offerings. Though pretty much the standard cafe fare but you will notice the items are on the finer sides (and the prices too). Superior food quality and definitely worth your time checking it out.

Golden T Cafe @ Golden Triangle, Relau, Penang.

Golden T Cafe is the latest addition to Golden Triangle at Relau, but it runs as a cafe and a bar at the same time... well at least they have made an effort to extend the business hours till late (2 am). The seating arrangement is spacious but the lighting is less-welcoming. Never-mind on the lighting, the menu is interesting with some innovative dishes; Blue Cheese Clams is one to be named. But they come with a price, most items are priced slightly above average but they commensurate with quality. More to a place with proper, heavy Western-European menu in lieu of a cafe that serves sweet treats and light bites. 

Let's Meat @ Lembah Permai, Tanjung Bungah, Penang.

Early risers would be glad to know that there's a new breakfast joint in the residential area of Lembah Permai but breakfast is not typical here. Let's Meat boasts over a range of daily specials that one can't get anywhere else- Biscuits and Gravy, Buttermilk Pancakes just to name two. The team behind Let's Meat was previously from Rejoyce Cafe; the place is new and the menu has expanded but the service is still as friendly as ever. The busy-buzzing cafe had a steady customer in-flow on our visit, the place was full to the brim; many of them were foreigners... as though we were dining in a cafe at foreign land but we were not surprised. Why not? Good food, attentive service, wallet-friendly price tags with generous portion.

Metal Q Caffe @ Taman Inderawasih, Perai, Penang.

There's a new cafe at Perai that has drawn a lot of attention lately and the location's odd. One needs to travel approximately 5 to 10 minutes from Sunway Carnival Mall to reach there and one might not even notice its existence. The signage is not flashy nor eye-catchy but what they could offer may lure you in. Metal Q offers a Western-Fusion menu but some of the dishes are uncommon (especially in Perai) and are cleverly priced. There are many knick-knacks in the cafe but some of them are insensible... while the seating arrangement is standard and nothing to shout over. We've only managed to try a couple of their dishes and thought they fared well. We certainly look forward to try more of their creations.

Creameal @ Phuah Hin Leong Road, Pulau Tikus, Penang.

You might want to pay a little more attention when driving past the small and often forgotten road- Phuah Hin Leong Road; there is this new but quiet, unpretentious cafe tucked in one of the old houses along the road. The signage is not clear and the house is hidden behind a tree so it is no surprise that you might not even notice there is a cafe over there. Everyone is crazy about Ice Cream right now and practically everyone serves their own home-made Ice Cream with playful but creative flavors... that includes Creameal. Dig in some artisan Ice Cream with crispy-airy Waffles at Creameal; in order to satisfy your greed, you may even opt for triple scoops of the frozen treat. Mains are available too and so if you are looking for a full-fledged meal, it is possible at Creameal; though we would still recommend you to shoot for their Waffles. 

Garage Coffee House @ Icon City, Bukit Mertajam, Penang.

For once, the name of this cafe actually matches with its theme- Garage. This new member at Icon City, Bukit Mertajam has the heavy-industrial interior decor, with a few murals featuring bikers adorning the walls. The two-storey space is huge with a high ceiling; rustic wooden tables and chairs, classic high stools, leather couches and crates can also be seen in Garage Coffee House. While we thought their interior decor was somewhat appealing, their offering was less-inspiring. The place has the standard cafe fare, delivering the ubiquitous Egg Ben, Aglio Olio, Carbonara... Cakes etc. Not the perfect place for a meal but good enough for a casual meet up or a place to have your quick caffeine fix.

Black Kettle @ Beach Street, Georgetown, Penang.

Weekend brunch is almost like an institution in Penang, a perfect cure over late night hang over for the younger generation but there seems to be an increase in popularity amongst the older generation as well. Perhaps a new means for family bonding. For brunch, try out Black Kettle, this new modern place with a Bakery offers a wonderful assortment of Brunch items. Not only does the menu has the classic French Toast, Egg Ben, Big Breakfast but it has a vast selection of Aussie-influenced items as well. The place is surprisingly spacious with elegant-classy setting. The bistro behind has an intimate setting with eclectic and colorful furniture; while the cafe in front has a cozy/ homey setting with a high-ceiling, allowing natural sunlight to flow in. The master Baker and head Chef's from Germany and they are proud to share with us the cafe procures award-winning Australian Coffee Beans; assuring quality food. Do not expect cheap price tags but you get great quality in return.