Penang Road Famous Jin Kor Char Kuey Teow

Name: Penang Road Famous Jin Kor Char Kuey Teow
Address: Joo Hooi Cafe, 475 Jalan Penang, George Town, George Town, Penang, MY
Telephone: +60 14-903 3561
Price range: $$

MICHELIN

80%

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3 critics 6 social

3.8

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1.2k reviews

Joo Hooi Cafe, 475 Jalan Penang, George Town

$$ · RM 40–60 per person

+60 14-903 3561

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Smartdory smartdory.com

Tucked inside the always-busy Joo Hooi Kopitiam, Jin Kor dishes out a well-balanced plate of Char Kuey Teow—flavorful, satisfying, and MICHELIN Bib Gourmand-approved. It’s not flashy, but it delivers.
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Danielfooddiary danielfooddiary.com

Penang Road Famous Jin Kor Char Kuey Teow 槟榔律驰名仁哥炒粿条found within Joo Hooi Café was recently listed with a Bib Gourmand . With a history spanning over 40 years, the stall was initially operated by a husband-wife duo (Husband is called “Jin…
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Tatlerasia tatlerasia.com

Representing char kuey teow on the list are Penang Road Famous Jin Kor Char Kuey Teow and Siam Road Char Kuey Teow, both of which draw crowds of locals and tourists alike for its irresistible wok hei.
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3.8 · 1.2K on Google

Ken Wong · Apr 2026

PENANG ROAD FAMOUS JIN KOR CHAR KUEY TEOW at Joo Hooi Cafe delivers an exceptional plate of one of Penang’s most iconic dishes. The skill involved in the stir-frying process is evident, resulting in a perfect "wok hei" that imparts a smoky…
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Jie En Chan · May 2026

Would give 0 stars if I could. Assam laksa noodles way overcooked. Soup is watery. Absolute disaster. RM8.50. Char Kway Teow oily yet flavourless. Cockles bitter. Serving is tiny for RM10. Worst place I've ate at so far in Penang.
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J Huey C · Mar 2026

This is a stall located in a coffee shop. The coffee shop sells other items like chendol, rojak, orh luak etc. The coffee shop is free seating, get a seat before ordering.
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Daniel Hermansyah · Apr 2026

Uncle very nice. Kwetiaw was very good. Nasi curry just ok. Coffee is good. So classic and traditional. Love it
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