Best Banana Leaf Rice in Penang (2026)

Veloo Vilas

Little India, George Town, Penang

🥬 Pork-free (not halal-certified)RM8–RM20

Order: South Indian banana leaf meal with vegetable curries, papadum and raita

Half a century on Penang Street has made Veloo Vilas the reference point for banana leaf in George Town's Little India. Simple, honest South Indian meals at friendly prices.

⚠️ Last confirmed before 2025 — check it is open before you go.

Sri Ananda Bahwan

Little India, George Town, Penang

🥬 Pork-free (not halal-certified)RM10–RM25

Order: Banana leaf rice with chicken curry, chilli-fried fish and bitter gourd fritters

Born in Butterworth and now a Little India mainstay, it is one of Penang's busiest banana leaf spots. The chilli-fried fish steaks and crisp bitter gourd are the must-orders.

⚠️ Last confirmed before 2025 — check it is open before you go.

Woodlands Vegetarian Restaurant

Lebuh Penang, George Town, Penang

🥬 Pork-free (not halal-certified)RM10–RM20

Order: Vegetarian banana leaf meals and thali

A Little India veteran often called Penang's best South Indian vegetarian restaurant, with banana leaf sets at lunch. Meat-free but full of flavour.