2026 Guide
Updated October 2026 · 4 spots
⚡ Quick answer
The best Nasi Arab & Mandy in Penang is Halab Penang Arabic Restaurant (Lebuh Chulia, George Town). Also great: Zalqa Penang, Nasi Bukhari Mendi Sajid Khan and Nasi Arab Syawins Jiddan.
Lebuh Chulia, George Town, Penang
late nightoutdoor patiofree parking at back
Order: Mandi and Syrian grills; Ramadan buffet
Penang's runaway favourite for Arab food, in a refurbished shophouse with a patio, open late. A 4.7 average on nearly 10,000 Google reviews is hard to argue with.
Penang Times Square, George Town, Penang
late night
Order: Yemeni chicken mandi and chicken maqluba
Since opening in 2024 it has built a loyal following for Lebanese, Syrian and Yemeni dishes. Many now call it Penang's best Middle Eastern table, and it stays open until 3am.
near USMbudget
Order: Lamb mendy, madbi and haneeth
Started out feeding Arab students near USM and now draws all of Penang for its cheap, generous mendy and madbi (stone-grilled meat). Rated 4.4 from about 450 Google reviews.
lunchgenerous portions
Order: Smoky mandi rice with grilled chicken
A Gelugor favourite for big plates of smoky mandi rice and tender chicken. 4.5 stars over 160 reviews.
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