Every Penangite has an answer. A favourite stall, a hill they'll happily die on. You've probably argued about it yourself.
I'm JV, a developer who grew up here. I got tired of emailing friends my "best local food" spreadsheet every time they visited, so I built the thing I always wished existed: an easy way to find great food, scored Rotten Tomatoes style.
Makan Sifu rates pure taste, tuned to what actual Penang locals rave about, not how the cutlery is laid out or how the sauce is drizzled. These are hidden masters the Michelin inspectors have never heard of, each one a lifetime spent perfecting a single dish. Over 700 so far, across 100+ categories, with more added every day.
Even as a local, I was surprised to discover so many wonderful places I never knew of myself during this journey, and I am very much looking forward to trying out these Sifus with my friends and family. Eat well, and we'll see you there!