Best Takoyaki in Penang

An authentic Japanese snack along the streets of Kepala Batas? From far it resembles a typical burger stall yet slow down, it’s this poofy pearls which come in choices of octopus, crabstick, prawn, chicken and cheese and cheesy beef. Served piping hot, they are then liberally loaded with dried bonito, mayonnaise, spicy sauce and sprinkled with seaweeds. It’s so delectable; you’ll close your eyes and chew the takoyaki balls languidly. 

Relatively a new joint for the grilling scene, MR Takoyaki has been collecting commendable reviews for their takoyaki which comes in whopping choices. The main draw is a number of vegetables heaped on top, which includes chunks of tomatoes, carrots and green onions that offer an alluring layer of colour. Do check their Facebook page, they are moving to Micke's Place at Love Lane after 6 pm, where a bustling nightlife paired with Japanese savoury snacks? Now that’s rhythm to ears, later to your palate. 

Nestled on the third floor of Prangin Mall, this restaurant has been serving widespread of Japanese dishes with a local touch which caters the multiracial mix of the country. The takoyakis are a mainstay on the menu, spheres of savoury balls topped with shavings of bonito, smeared with a rich spread of mayonnaise and sides of chili sauce. It’s wise to order one set to accompany your shopping at this bustling mall once you’re done dining. 

Dubbed as one of the best preparing freshly made takoyaki, they have vastly expanded across the country. Looking at their bouncy and dense balls swiveling on the sizzling hot molds literally throttles your salivary engine at once. Choices of filling include prawn, chicken and cheese, unagi and octopus yet if you’re flexing up your adventurous scale, opt for abalone, which is also known as marine snails. The takoyakis are stacked in a paper box, then a bouquet of herbs, slices dried bonitos, sweet and sour sauce and mayonnaise provide a mouthwatering gable. The speckles of charred marks being coated with rich layers of flavours are amazing.

A humble restaurant at residential vicinity has been taking the local crowd by storm with series of straight-forward and succulent Japanese dishes. The most-buzzed about bite-size snack is their takoyaki balls. It’s arranged in traditional and floral porcelain and liberally doused with seaweed and bonito flakes and showered with mayonnaise and spreads of sauces. The smatterings of octopus are utterly delicious and complement the fluffy coating of flour.