🐟Assam Laksa

#4 Assam Laksa in Malaysia · 2026

Kim Laksa (Nan Guang Kopitiam)

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🐖 Non-halalRM6–RM10

Balik Pulau is the island's laksa heartland, and this corner kopitiam stall is the one Penangites drive over the hill for. Thick, intensely fishy broth — finish with a glass of local nutmeg juice.

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

What to order
Balik Pulau assam laksa with nutmeg juice
Address
Nan Guang Kopitiam, 67 Jalan Balik Pulau, 11000 Balik Pulau, Penang
Area
Balik Pulau town, Balik Pulau, Penang
Price
RM6–RM10 per person
Halal status
🐖 Non-halal
🧭 Directions

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