[2025 George Town Restaurant] Travel Guide for Beng Kee Claypot Bah Kut Teh (Updated Jun)

📍 Location & Ambience: Tucked in a humble coffee shop along Jalan Burma, this legendary stall has been serving claypot bak kut teh for over 30 years, and it shows! The open-kitchen setup lets you watch the chef masterfully prepare each claypot right in front of you, filling the air with intoxicating herbal aromas. The vibe is warm, bustling, and authentically old-school, just how great hawker food should be. 🍖 The Star: Claypot Bak Kut Teh (★★★★★) - Broth: Rich, deeply herbal, and packed with flavor, more robust and aromatic than many versions I’ve tried in Klang! The balance of spices, garlic, and tender meat is perfection. - Price: Extremely reasonable for the quality—this is heritage cooking without the tourist markup. 👨🍳 The Owners – Heartwarming Hospitality! What sets this place apart is the genuine warmth of the owners. Despite the non-stop crowd (yes, snagging a table is a challenge!), they take time to chat with customers, ask where you’re from, and serve with visible passion. Their joy is contagious, a rarity in such a successful, long-running business. 💯 Verdict: 5/5 – Better Than Klang? I Think So! If you love bak kut teh, this is a must-visit in Penang. The herbal depth, friendly vibes, and unbeatable value make it a true standout. Arrive early, bring patience (and cash!), and savor one of Penang’s best-kept secrets. ✔️ Pro Tip: Pair it with you tiao (fried dough sticks)for dipping—sheer bliss! “Not just a meal, but an experience—where every sip tastes like tradition and every smile feels like family." 🍖💛 #summervacay #penang #penangtrip #georgetown #malaysia #malaysiatrip #localfood

#TravelEco This Penang trip, we intended to try Bak Kut Teh at Beng Kee Claypot in the Penang Burma Road area. The atmosphere of the shop is very good. It feels like a local night owl. There are many shops to choose from. But we clearly marked it because we read the reviews and it was really good. The Bak Kut Teh here is rich in herbs. The soup is deeply fragrant. After sipping it, it is very refreshing and energizing. Another menu that I was equally impressed with was Stir-fried Cabbage with Shredded Pork. It sounds ordinary, but the taste is unexpectedly good. It is salty and sweet. It goes so well with Bak Kut Teh that I had to ask for more rice. After eating, we stopped by the congee shop next door because my mother wanted to try it. In the end, my mother was just as pleased. If you are visiting Penang and want to change the atmosphere to a more local area, not as busy as the main tourist areas, I recommend coming to this area. And don't miss Beng Kee Claypot - I can tell you that it is so delicious that you will miss it for sure. ⸻ #Penang #PenangFood #Malaysia

George Town, Penang, Malaysia is a world-renowned tourist destination, attracting thousands of visitors daily. Among the many local eateries, one stands out: Beng Kee Claypot Bak Kut Teh. Located in the heart of George Town, near a bus stop, it is easily accessible. The Bak Kut Teh here is rich in ingredients, including pork belly, pork balls, tofu, tofu skin, and enoki mushrooms, with a side of delicious fried dough sticks 😋. The oyster sauce vegetables are also a must-try 🥬. This restaurant is a must-visit for anyone traveling to George Town, Penang. Address: 223, Jalan Burma, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. Tip: The restaurant can get very crowded during peak hours, so service might be a bit slow. Try to visit early to avoid the rush.