Best Shepherd's Pie in Penang

3 Leg Cat Cafe is another great find for cafe nomads and photography enthusiasts. Despite the quirky name, there’s not even a fur of a cat spotted here as the interior is aesthetically decorated with Japanese anime figures and wooden-themed backdrop. If you’re looking for something simple yet fulfilling, opt for their shepherd's pie which sits beneath the glass shelve. Meaty concoction and mashed potatoes are wedged in a ceramic cup, and once it’s baked, a sprinkling of herbs complete the serving. One would be hard-pressed to find fault with this classic winner! 

This famed and fabled bar needs no introduction to partygoers as it’s habitually filled to the brim. Assorted beers are the anchor points here, and they are don’t burn a hole in your pocket too. Besides the libations, what constitutes a good bar is the delicious pub food too, and Healy Mac’s delivers with flying colours. For indecisive first timers, look out for their Shepherd’s Pie which comes in a bountiful size. Epic amount of meat and mashed potatoes are baked to perfection and served with a handful of fries, salad and dipping sauce. Delicious! And what better experience than chomping down your meal while overlooking a soothing marina.

This renowned pub is where locals and tourists gather over to wallow in a pumping nightlife. Upon entering, be blown away with patrons chugging down a range of beers and getting their groove on. On top of that, revellers won’t go home hungry as decent choices of pub grubs are available too, and among the best picks is their Lamb Shepherd’s Pie. Generously portioned, tender and juicy bits of lamb is shrouded with a creamy mashed potatoes roof with browned speckles, thanks to the precise oven baking. Sides of colourful greens complete the platter that is impeccably good.

It’s quite rare to witness a cafe stealing the spotlight with Shepherd’s Pie, which is why Khoon Pastry House is widely acclaimed online and offline. Varieties include – classic casserole of chicken, mutton and beef which are mixed with assorted vegetables and elegantly enveloped with a creamy layer of mashed potatoes. Once the pie is churned out from the oven, the crust is finely perked up with brownish flecks, employing an additional layer of texture to form an all-around delicious pie. Definitely deserves a tip of the hat to the kitchen and repeat visits are guaranteed. 

Just as the name suggests, this cosy restaurant is widely vaunted for their roasted chicken and the interior is anchored with Australian-styled decorations. Aside the regular runner, they are also known to be a home for comfort dishes like their cottage pie. You’ll be awed with the portion, a huge bowl of minced beef is topped with a creamy mashed potato carapace, then sprinkled with herbs. They beg to differ by providing a puddle of their homemade rich sauce which lifts this flavoursome dish to a whole level once ladled over. 

Okay, we have cat in the list, and we are sure not missing out on dogs! If you’re thinking dog figurines and portraits is the theme of the cafe, you’re sure wrong as one would spot hordes of men’s best friend wiggling and cherishing your arrival, who are also celebrities all over the Instagram feeds. Food-wise, no main meals are available yet a decent selection of snacks and pies does not disappoint. The main appeal is their cottage pie which is made with a medley of mashed potatoes and a succulent layer of meat that affirms as a pure comfort food. 

David Brown's Restaurant & Tea Terraces warrants a visit with a scenic atmosphere at the top of Penang Hill and a sheer spread of Western delicacies that are absolutely scrumptious. The menu is pretty extensive but if you’re in the mood for Shepherd’s Pie, you’re definitely in for a good time. The presentation is well-gussied up with layers of minced beef, mashed potatoes and crowning of gooey cheese. The creaminess of the mashed potato brilliantly interlace with the moist and tender meat, you could go for seconds or even thirds for this beautiful islet. A cup of tea would make a great companion.