Omar & Hameed (Restoran OMH)

Name: Omar & Hameed (Restoran OMH)
Address: TBP 37 Jalan Kampung Gajah, 12200 Butterworth, Penang, Butterworth, Penang, MY
Price range: RM5–RM12

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☪︎ Muslim-friendlyRM5–RM12Since 1954

Founded in 1954 by Indian-Muslim brothers and once a haunt of Australian airmen from the Butterworth base, now run by the founders' great-grandchildren. Also known as Kedai Pokok Kurma - the mainland's roti canai legend.

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

What to order: Roti canai with daging cincang (minced beef curry)
Address: TBP 37 Jalan Kampung Gajah, 12200 Butterworth, Penang
Area: Jalan Kampung Gajah, Butterworth, Penang
Hours: Daily 6am–9pm, closed alternate Fridays (check before you go)
Price: RM5–RM12 per person
Halal status: ☪︎ Muslim-friendly (no pork/lard; certification not confirmed)

☪︎ Halal status shown here is based on public sources and may change. Please check that the restaurant holds a valid JAKIM (or state religious authority) halal certificate before dining — look for the certificate on display or verify at myehalal.halal.gov.my.

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