Ramadan is a special time of the year for Muslims around the world, and in Penang, Malaysia, it is no different. During this holy month, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset, and the breaking of the fast is a significant event. Many families and friends gather together to share a meal, and restaurants in Penang offer Iftar buffets that cater to all palates.

If you're looking for a diverse range of traditional and contemporary cuisine, you're in luck. Penang is known for its wide variety of food, and the Iftar buffets during Ramadan are no exception. From luxurious hotel buffets to affordable options, there is something for everyone.

Sarkies at Eastern & Oriental Hotel is a colonial-style restaurant that offers an impressive Iftar buffet spread. The live cooking stations allow guests to see their food being prepared right in front of them. From traditional Malay dishes to international cuisine, Sarkies has it all.

What’s popular from Eastern & Oriental Hotel is the international cuisine, fresh seafood, delicious desserts and the traditional delicacies that you should not miss this year. If you want to know more about what this hotel can offer, please contact them through social media or contacts available on their website.

Address: 10, Lebuh Farquhar, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: 6:30pm - 10:00pmPopular Menu: Traditional Malay dishes, international cuisinePrice Range: RM200 - RM300 per person

G Hotel Gurney is a luxurious hotel that offers a diverse Iftar buffet spread. Guests can choose from traditional and contemporary cuisine options, including Malaysian, Chinese, Indian, and Western dishes.

What’s popular from G Hotel Gurney is traditional and contemporary Malaysian, Chinese, Indian, and Western dishes. The Malaysian cuisine has to not be missed as they offer the perfect roasted leg of lamb, ayam golek percik, bubur lambuk and the mouthwatering raya kurma.

Address: 168A, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: 7:00pm - 10:00pmPopular Menu: Traditional and contemporary Malaysian, Chinese, Indian, and Western dishesPrice Range: RM138 - RM158 per person

Olive Tree Hotel offers a family-friendly Iftar buffet with a diverse spread that caters to all palates. Guests can choose from local and international dishes, including vegetarian options.

What’s popular from Olive Tree Hotel is the local and international cuisine, as well as vegetarian. The highlights from this year are tandoori shawarma and pita bread, steamboat with two options of soup with a selection of ingredients like slipper lobster, prawn, scallop and many more. You might as well don’t want to miss the live action stalls experience where you can eat fish, shrimp, satay and otak-otak fresh from the grills.

Address: 76, Jalan Mahsuri, Bandar Sunway Tunas, Bayan Lepas, 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: 6:30pm - 10:00pmPopular Menu: Local and international cuisine, vegetarian optionsPrice Range: RM98 - RM118 per person

Cititel Penang offers an extensive selection of local and international dishes at an affordable price. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of food, including seafood, meats, and desserts.

What’s popular from Cititel Penang is the local and international cuisine, seafood, meats, and desserts. Some of the signature cuisines you might not want to miss are Sup Gearbox, Gulai Nangka Muda with Dried Shrimp, Rendang Daging Dendeng, Goreng Mussel with Black Pepper, Ketam Masak Cili Padi and many more.

Address: 66, Jalan Penang, George Town, 10000 George Town, Pulau Pinang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: 7:00pm - 10:00pmPopular Menu: Local and international cuisine, seafood, meats, dessertsPrice Range: RM85 - RM95 per person

Evergreen Laurel Hotel is a must-visit for seafood lovers, with fresh seafood and delicious local dishes on the Iftar buffet spread.

What’s popular from Evergreen Laurel Hotel is the fresh seafood and local dishes. This year, they offer mouthwatering cuisines such as local kerabu, mysterious soup that will surely surprise you, ayam masak merah or lemak or bawal with rice, kurma, teh tarik and dessert of the day.

Address: 53, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: 6:30pm - 10:00pmPopular Menu: Fresh seafood, local dishesPrice Range: RM118 - RM138 per person

Sunway Hotel Georgetown offers a stunning view of Georgetown and a diverse selection of delicious food. Guests can choose from traditional Malay dishes to Western cuisine.

What’s popular from Sunway Hotel Georgetown is the traditional Malay dishes and Western cuisine. This year, they offer a beautiful theme called ‘Fusion of Cultures’ that captures the essence and flavors from across the state that serves whole grilled lamb, Baskin Robbin Ice Cream and fresh durian.

Address: 33, New Lane, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: 7:00pm - 10:00pmPopular Menu: Traditional Malay dishes, Western cuisinePrice Range: RM78 - RM98 per person

The Wembley, A St Giles Hotel offers a spread of Malaysian and international cuisine that is popular among locals. Guests can enjoy traditional Malay dishes and international favorites, including sushi and pasta.

What’s popular from The Wembley is Malaysian and international cuisine, sushi, and pasta. If you’re going to this hotel, some of their signature cuisines you should absolutely try are kepak ayam, seafood on ice, rojak penang, sushi and various tropical fruits that you don’t want to miss.

Address: 183, Jalan Magazine, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: 6:30pm - 10:00pmPopular Menu: Malaysian and international cuisine, sushi, pastaPrice Range: RM118 - RM138 per person

Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa offers an impressive selection of Malay, Chinese, and Indian cuisine. Guests can experience a true feast for the senses during Ramadan.

What’s popular from this Shangri-La is the Malay, Chinese, and Indian cuisine. Their signature is also available almost every year for Ramadan buffets such as the Gearbox Sup. However, please check their latest availability first through social media, official website, or contact before making a reservation.

Address: Batu Ferringhi Beach, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Pulau Pinang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: 6:30pm - 10:00pmPopular Menu: Malay, Chinese, and Indian cuisinePrice Range: RM258 - RM318 per person

G Hotel Kelawai offers a luxurious Iftar buffet spread with premium seafood, meats, and desserts. Guests can indulge in a variety of traditional and contemporary cuisine options.

What’s popular from G Hotel Kelawai is the premium seafood, meats, and desserts. If you are a fan of seafood, you should consider coming to this restaurant. Their specialties are Beef Rendang Minang, Octopus Cooked with Spices, Tempoyak Cooked Fish and a traditionally brewed Utara Spicy Bone Soup and many more.

Address: 2, Persiaran Maktab, 10250 George Town, Penang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: Iftar buffet is available during RamadanPopular Menu: Premium seafood, meats, and dessertsPrice Range: RM 168 per adult, RM 84 per child (6-12 years old)

AC Hotel by Marriott Penang offers an affordable Iftar buffet with a good selection of dishes. Guests can enjoy local and international cuisine, including vegetarian options.

What’s popular from AC Hotel by Marriott Penang Bukit Jambul is the local and international cuisine, including vegetarian options. However, you will want to enjoy their signature such as Kambing Golek Warisan Tok Wan served with delicious Briyani rice, Ayam Bawang, Gulai Udang, Kambing Hitam Manis, Gulai Kepala lkan, Gulai Ketam, Dalca Telur, Sup Gear Box, Ayam Nangka Pucuk Ubi, lkan Patin Gulai Tempoyak and more.

Address: 213, Jalan Bukit Gambir, Bukit Jambul, 11950 George Town, Penang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: Iftar buffet is available during RamadanPopular Menu: Local and international cuisine, including vegetarian optionsPrice Range: RM 79 per adult, RM 59 per child (6-12 years old)

Royale Chulan Penang offers a regal setting and impressive Iftar buffet spread. Guests can enjoy traditional Malay cuisine and fusion dishes, including delicious desserts.

What’s popular from Royale Chulan Penang is the traditional Malay cuisine, fusion dishes and desserts. For desserts, they offer various types of cakes, puddings, jellies, tarts, pastries, traditional Malay cakes and chocolate fountains. As for the dishes, some that you actually have to try are the lamb kabsah rice, nasi hujan panas, gulai kawah, black pepper lamb, and the peppery shrimp.

Address: No.1 & 2, Pengkalan Weld, George Town, 10300 George Town, Penang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: Iftar buffet is available during RamadanPopular Menu: Traditional Malay cuisine and fusion dishes, including delicious dessertsPrice Range: RM 138 per adult, RM 69 per child (6-12 years old)

This Iftar buffet features a delicious and diverse spread of local and international cuisine, including live cooking stations and local delicacies. With its affordable pricing and welcoming atmosphere, it is a great option for visitors looking for a satisfying meal during Ramadan in Penang.

What’s popular from Hotel Mercure Penang Beach offers local and international cuisine, live cooking stations and local delicacies with affordable pricing and welcoming atmosphere. This year, they offer a selection of 60 authentic cherished flavours of ‘masakan desa’ at The Mesh Kuala Lumpur for iftar where some of the menu you absolutely have to try are Sup Gear Box Raja, Bubur Lambuk, Dulang Kampung classics, Nasi Apollo, Kambing Golek and Mee Tonggek.

Address: 505 Jalan Tanjung Bungah, Tanjung Bungah, 11200 George Town, Penang, MalaysiaOpening Hours: Iftar buffet is available during RamadanPopular Menu: Local and international cuisine, including live cooking stations and local delicaciesPrice Range: RM 88 per adult, RM 44 per child (6-12 years old)

Address: 56, Jalan Low Yat, Puncak Ria, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Price range: RM 138 for adults, RM 69 for children

What’s popular about Makan Kitchen is the diversity of Malaysian delicacies. They serve Malay, Chinese, Indian, and other local specialties. The highlights are Warisan Kerabu Mak Ngah, Kambing Golek Teratak Bonda, Sup Padang Brown, Mee Sotong Mamu Zai, Bihun Sup Asprengko, Pulut Mangga Mat Lan and last but not least, their sticky Date Pudding.

Address: 71, Jln Icon City, Bukit Tengah, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Price range: RM 108 for adult, RM 54 for child

What’s popular about Iconic is Japanese and Southeast Asian cuisine. However this year, you have to try their Bubuk Lambuk, Kambing Panggang, Gulai Ikan Jenahak, Ikan Pari Masak Asam Pedas, Rendang Kambing, Ayam Masak Merah, Ayam Goreng Berempah, Nasi Tomato and many more.

Penang’s sea-kissed setting, UNESCO heritage streets and a rare culinary fusion of Malay, Indian Muslim and Peranakan traditions—woven together by genuine community spirit—create a Ramadan that’s soulful, scenic and irresistibly tasty.

Hear the call to prayer ripple through UNESCO-listed streets as the sun melts into the Strait of Malacca. The island breeze and heritage skyline make dusk in Penang quietly sublime.

Browse lively bazaars in Bayan Baru, Jelutong and Padang Kota Lama where Malay, Indian Muslim and Peranakan flavours mingle. Nasi tomato, murtabak, pasembur and kuih seri muka share the same fragrant lanes.

Break fast along Gurney Drive or the Esplanade with ocean views, golden-hour skies and the soft hiss of waves. Penang’s coastal charm turns a simple iftar into a memory.

Experience terawih at Masjid Kapitan Keling, Masjid Negeri and the Floating Mosque in Tanjung Bungah. Faith meets architecture in spaces that tell Penang’s storied past.

Join locals stirring giant cauldrons of spiced porridge for free distribution before iftar. It’s generosity in a bowl and a heart-warming glimpse of Penang’s kampung spirit.

Queue after midnight at legendary Indian Muslim eateries for rice drenched in silky gravies. Penang’s late-night food culture truly peaks before dawn.

Indulge in ondeh-ondeh, kuih talam, seri muka and ketayap alongside Raya biscuits. The Peranakan–Malay blend gives Ramadan desserts a uniquely Penang personality.

Savour Ramadan spreads in colonial-era dining rooms and chic boutique hotels. Old-world ambience meets contemporary Malay favourites with island polish.

Wander George Town’s murals as the city quietens before sunset, then watch it glow back to life post-iftar. Creativity and calm share the same streets.

Many mosques and community groups welcome non-Muslim friends and travellers to share a meal. Penang’s everyday multicultural warmth shines brightest in Ramadan.

After prayers, stroll lantern-lit lanes and waterfront promenades with the Penang Bridge twinkling. Festive yet tranquil—an island city at ease.

Hunt for baju raya, songkok, tudung and sparkling accessories along Campbell Street, Chowrasta and night markets. Tailors and indie boutiques sit side by side—very Penang.

From ayam percik and kerabu to mee goreng Mamak, each plate whispers of traders and travellers. Ramadan simply concentrates those flavours into one delicious month.

Activities in Penang

Notice quieter afternoons, bustling sundowns and considerate service everywhere. The island’s gentle rhythm makes visitors feel instantly at home.

Spread mats on Padang Kota Lama as sea breezes and cannon fire mark evening time. A communal, wholesome iftar under open skies.

Ride up for cooler air and panoramic sunset, then descend to break fast with city lights sparkling below. A postcard-perfect Ramadan moment.

Hop to Seberang Perai for expansive bazaars and family recipes with different spice notes. Island and mainland complement each other beautifully.

Seek quiet qiyam and reflection in historic mosques, where spiritual stillness sits alongside the soft hum of a coastal city.