Best Mee Rebus in Penang

Under the stewardship of father and son, the hot wok of this famous stall does not stop tossing to please the crowd. Yellow noodles doused in treacly hot gravy and garnished with hard-boiled eggs, morsels of deep-fried potatoes, tofu, dough fritters and a generous serving of squid. The squid definitely offers a layer of texture and tenderness which complement the dish overall. 

A stall that truly epitomises "a dish fit for the king" as the former King of Malaysia was among the patrons of this stall which earned itself the nickname “Mee Agong”. Today,  the third generation has taken over the wok, closely guarding their top secret recipe for a glorious gravy that unifies the noodles and ingredients – slivers of mutton, beef, cuttlefish, bean sprouts, tofu, tomatoes and potatoes. Chopped green chilies and a wedge of lime are presented on the side if you need an additional spicy or tangy kick. 

Yearning to kick off the day with an enticing bowl of mee rebus? Make your way through the bustling Pulau Tikus morning market till you reach Sin Hup Aun Cafe. Visible from the facade of the cafe, this little stall is renowned for charming palates with big flavours for more than 30 years. The smooth warm gravy complements the hearty noodles and deep-fried morsels of potatoes, tofu and dough fritters. Gobble down the captivating mound while watching the world go by.  

The Batu Lanchang Market is a food court that is chock-full with myriad appealing local eateries under one roof. Be it breakfast, lunch or tea time, this family-run stall never stops preparing authentic mamak-style noodles. A generous serving of yellow noodles topped with crunchy bean sprouts, deep-fried morsels of potatoes, dough fritters and tofu, are drenched in a pool of rich and warm gravy. For a fiery kick, opt for their marinated cuttlefish which is utterly succulent and savoury.

When the sun starts to dip towards the horizon, Jelutong Market unfolds into a bustling street food paradise that sets your heart racing to pick a meal. This humble push-cart stall prides itself for preparing lip-smacking noodles under traditional charcoal fire for more than 25 years.  A mildly sweet viscous gravy coats the yellow noodles, topped with chunks of fried tofu, potatoes, squid and a sprinkle of crispy fried shallots. Squeeze the wedge of lime for some added zest.

Tucked in Gurney Drive Food Complex, this humble stall surely catch your attention with aficionados making a beeline for plates of delectable Pasembur and Mee Goreng. Likewise, their Mee Rebus is amazingly addictive too. The generous bowl of yellow noodles is laden with slices of marinated cuttlefish, assorted deep-fried goodies and a sprinkle of fried shallots - all the better to tickle your taste buds with myriad flavours and textures.

Spanning numerous decades consistently serving authentic mamak style noodles in the heart of Georgetown without a dip in quality or portions, the thick gravy from a safeguarded recipe delightfully clings to the yellow noodles. Accompanying the bowl of noodles is a fiery cuttlefish sambal that packs a sweet and spicy punch with each bite. After slurping the bowl clean, get a shot of the coconut shake which is just a few stalls away.