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Shopping in George Town

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  • Leonhkny
    Hong Kong, China21,484 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is an upscale shopping mall right outside George Town city center. Popular among locals, Gurney Plaza is the perfect place to understand local lifestyle. There are some local brands for clothing as well as both Malaysian and international dining options.
    Written 20 January 2024
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  • Leonhkny
    Hong Kong, China21,484 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a modern shopping mall in Penang. Although the place in general is quite dead, there are still some nice boutiques with good prices. Food court serves quality fast meals with dirt cheap price. Tourists may take a visit if time allows.
    Written 20 January 2024
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  • The_Traveler010710
    Shah Alam, Malaysia3,098 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We came here to kill time after reached Penang at 8am. Many stalls selling handicrafts and food such as Penang Laksa, cakes, drinks, pastries and bread … etc. there’s also buskers at the centre stage.

    You can buy food from these stalls and eat there. There’s plenty of tables and-chairs surrounding the area.

    Nice place to hang out during weekends.
    Written 14 April 2024
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  • Peggy Ang
    Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia1,112 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I was there last year and so much have change.
    The mall has been renovated and having retail outlets like H&M, DIY, Guardian, Watson, Texas Chicken and many more. Can spend shopping one day here.

    On the 4th level they have a very organised and clean food court serving variety of food from Penang and all over Malaysia. It is halal. Price is reasonable.
    Written 29 August 2024
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  • Fredric John
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates848 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    The only thing that stands out to this mall is the tourist information center. The different types of tourist maps are really helpful for me as a person who wants to see more of the city. I was around the area near the bus stop so I managed to visit the mall for a couple of minutes. The vibes inside were like cheap clothes and phone accessories.
    Written 19 November 2023
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  • FOODIE888_9
    Singapore, Singapore39 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A native friend recommended this market to go to for the best breakfast duck kway teow (flat rice noodles - gluten free) soup at only 6RM! There were also other local delicacies to enjoy like penang laksa, char kway teow, poh piah etc. Old school biscuit stand
    Written 1 October 2022
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  • LavenEileen
    Singapore, Singapore38 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The char kuay teow, Penang Hokkien Mee, oyster omelette, satay and char siew rice that we ate at Kimberly street were all fantastic so fast the best amongst all other street market
    Written 29 November 2023
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  • Scar3crow
    Brisbane, Australia184 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Large night market. Lots of food. Both sides of the street. Around corners. Go for a walk and see it all.
    Written 20 January 2020
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  • Kai Ning
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting photos shooting gallery of Malaysia and some countries,nice and friendly Mr.David to explain about his photos and helped to take some photos too❤️👍😊
    Written 16 March 2024
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  • dan2963eve
    George Town, Malaysia438 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This food court is now very popular due to extended opening hours with most made on the spot drinks at a flat rate of RM 0.90. Don’t even have to go to balik pulau. The famous Balik Pulau laksa is available here.
    Written 5 August 2019
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  • SamCHIN
    1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Went there by hired cab. They have selling tradition delicious foods.. will come again... like it very much
    Written 9 March 2020
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  • Suzi197
    London, UK413 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    From outside it looks art deco,but once inside failed to deliver.
    Its bakery section is style over substance with not many ingredients in their individual small pastries.
    We had a couple of good looking crescent shaped walnut topped rolls which we had with coffee but they were short on filling.
    Wouldn't buy again just not worth it.
    They don't sell duck!
    CNY or not no ducks.
    Written 4 February 2024
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  • Yasin J
    12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutely wonderfully curated antique store - a unique gem in Penang consisting of very accessible pricing to more rare finds for the very selective seekers. Something for everyone hunting for beautiful pieces.
    Written 2 July 2023
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  • azra h
    Surfers Paradise, Australia440 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    most beautiful murals on the ceiling, walls, beams. there are pictures from famous monuments from all around the world including the Opera House. the shopping centre is an extension from Penang Times Square which was built on the tin mining site in Penang. there is a statue of two men to commemorate that and they are both beautifully decorated in different styles. it is a pity they are like ghost towns. one of the shop holders told us he hasn't sold anything in 3 months. seeing they are the shops for the very wealthy he only needs few sales a year. but like everything else in Malaysia needs upkeep, reason and advertising to bring the people in. Best place to cool off as they the coldest aircon of all buildings and if you like peace and quite. we enjoyed looking at all the decorations and paintings but not the shops.
    Written 16 July 2019
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  • arif o
    Kepala Batas, Malaysia64 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Quite frequent went there with my friend. Alot of choices. Range from nasi lemak to roti canai, char kuew tiow, nasi set for ikan bawal and my spot is half boiled eggs with beans and toasted bread.

    The smells and the way they mix it. Suite my taste buds. The price is generous and the ambience is awsome.

    Normally pack in the morning amd super pack during weekend.
    Written 1 October 2020
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