Homemade Roti Canai (Indian Pancake)
$7.00Flaky, golden-brown Malaysian pancake served alongside a warm, aromatic bowl of rich curry chicken dipping sauce.
Flaky, golden-brown Malaysian pancake served alongside a warm, aromatic bowl of rich curry chicken dipping sauce.
Crispy pan-fried stuffed pancake filled with savory minced beef, eggs, and onions.
Traditional Indian pancake stuffed with egg and onion, served with warm curry chicken.
Charcoal-grilled marinated skewers of chicken or beef served with a rich, authentic Malaysian peanut sauce.
Pan-fried baby oysters with egg in a savory Malaysian style.
Combination of crispy fried spiced pork rolls, tofu, and shrimp pancake served with hoisin plum and chili sauce.
Crispy blanched bean sprouts tossed in a savory chef's special soy sauce.
Eggplant, bitter melon, and tofu stuffed with minced fish and fish balls, served in a rich curry soup.
Steamed Malaysian spring roll stuffed with jicama, bean sprouts, and shrimp.
Crispy fried tofu stuffed with jicama and bean sprouts, drizzled with peanut sauce.
Vegetables pickled in turmeric powder and ground peanut spicy herbs.
Choice of steamed or crispy fried pork dumplings served with a flavorful dipping sauce.
Crispy, flavorful Penang-style fried chicken wings.
Crispy wonton wrappers filled with cream cheese and crab meat.
Crispy fried spring rolls stuffed with seasoned mixed vegetables.
Tender pork ribs glazed in a savory and sweet Marmite-infused sauce.
Tender beef slices stir-fried with fresh ginger, scallions, and savory brown sauce.
Tender pieces of beef simmered with exotic spices and lemongrass in rich coconut milk.
Deep-fried pork chop coated in an authentic barbecue sauce.
Chef's special stir-fried thin flat rice noodles with shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts, egg, basil leaves, and ground peanuts.
Famous Malaysian stir-fried rice noodles with fresh shrimp, squid, bean sprouts, chives, eggs, soy sauce, and chili paste.
Stir-fried rice noodles with squid, shrimp, scallops, egg, and vegetables with a splash of spicy soy sauce.
Indian-style stir-fried egg noodles in a mild dried squid sauce with tofu, potatoes, shrimp, peanuts, egg, and bean sprouts.
Singapore-style stir-fried thin rice noodles in a special mild sauce with shrimp, bean sprouts, egg, and Chinese sausage.
Stir-fried flat rice noodles in a special sauce with tender beef, scallions, and bean sprouts.
Stir-fried rice vermicelli with tofu, shrimp, egg, and bean sprouts in spicy Thai chili sauce, sprinkled with crushed peanuts.
Stir-fried rice noodles with salted fish, pork, shrimp, vegetables, and bean sprouts.
Thick yellow noodles cooked in a heavily flavored soy sauce with shrimp, squid, pork, and vegetables.
Stir-fried pearl noodles in a special sauce with shrimp, pork, egg, scallions, and bean sprouts.
Choice of beef, chicken, or shrimp with shredded mango, red and green peppers, in a spicy sweet and sour sauce.
Choice of beef, chicken, or shrimp sautéed with bell peppers, onions, and carrots in a spicy aromatic chili gravy sauce.
Marinated lightly fried pork ribs served with sauce on the side and steamed rice.
Sautéed shrimp and okra with spicy Malaysian shrimp paste sauce, served with rice.
Sautéed shrimp and string beans with spicy Malaysian shrimp paste sauce, served with rice.
Bean curd topped with mixed vegetables and Chinese mushrooms in Thai sauce, served with rice.
Mixed vegetables with beancurd skin and Chinese mushrooms in chef's special sauce, served with rice.
Marinated deep-fried golden squid, crispy and flavorful.
Sautéed squid and dried shrimp in an authentic spicy house special sauce.
Dry stir-fried squid cooked in an aromatic Malaysian dry curry paste.
Anchovies tossed with shrimp paste, sliced onions, chili, and tangy tamarind sauce.
Crispy fried whole fish smothered in a spicy, umami-rich belachan shrimp paste sauce.
Steamed striped bass served with salted cabbage, shredded pork, and bean curd.
Crispy whole fried fish topped with a sweet, sour, and spicy Thai chili sauce.
Steamed fish with ginger and garlic paste in traditional style.
Steamed fish served with chef's special house sauce.
Steamed fish with chef soy sauce, topped with fresh ginger and scallions.
Crispy fried whole fish served with a classic tangy sweet and sour sauce.
Butterflied jumbo prawns in aromatic coconut butter.
Jumbo prawns stir-fried in a fiery hot and spicy chili sauce.
Jumbo prawns cooked with spicy ground dried shrimp in authentic Penang sauce.
Jumbo prawns cooked in a zesty, sweet and spicy Thai-style sauce.
Fried jumbo prawns in a rich special brown sauce.
Penang's favorite rice and egg noodles with sliced pork, shrimp, vegetables, and bean sprouts in a spicy shrimp broth.
Spicy and sour rice noodles served in chef's special lemongrass broth with fish flakes.
Tender braised chicken feet and savory mushrooms served over noodles in a savory broth.
Special egg noodles served in homemade soy sauce with ginger and duck.
Special egg noodles served with minced pork and shrimp wontons in homemade sauce or chicken broth.
Deep-fried fish fillet served in a rich carnation milk broth with rice noodles.
Rice noodles served in a spicy and sour lemongrass broth with seafood and straw mushrooms.
Rice and egg noodles with eggplant, bitter melon, and tofu stuffed with minced fish, served in clear chicken broth or spicy curry broth.
Nestled in the bustling heart of Boston's Chinatown, Penang Malaysian Cuisine offers a vibrant culinary escape that introduces diners to the rich, multi-cultural tapestry of Malaysian gastronomy. Combining traditional Malay, Chinese, and Indian culinary influences, this unpretentious eatery delivers bold aromas, comforting textures, and unmistakable wok hei that keep locals and visitors returning time and again.
The interior of Penang strikes a balance between cozy warmth and casual city dining. Featuring charming traditional Asian-inspired decor, rich wood accents, and soft lighting, the dining room creates a welcoming environment whether you are dropping in for a quick solo lunch or gathering with a group of friends for a lively weekend dinner. While the weekend dinner rushes can be lively and energetic, the attentive and courteous staff ensure swift service and a comfortable experience from start to finish.
Offering generous portion sizes at moderate price points averaging $20–$30 per person, Penang delivers exceptional value for Boston dining. Whether you opt for a satisfying lunch set or share a spread of fried noodles and seafood specialties, the portions are hearty and designed to satisfy hearty appetites.
Penang provides a variety of vegetarian and vegan-friendly options, though guests with severe food allergies should communicate directly with the staff. Takeout and delivery services are readily available for those preferring a cozy night in, but dining in offers the ultimate experience to enjoy noodles fresh off the wok.
1 Stuart St, Boston, MA 02116
45 Beach St, Boston, MA 02111
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49 Temple Pl, Boston, MA 02111
4 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116
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Penang Malaysian Cuisine is located at 685 Washington St, Boston, MA 02116, right in the heart of Boston's Chinatown.
Signature favorites include the Hainanese Chicken with Rice, Beef Rendang Rice, Curry Mee with Young Tau Foo, and crispy Homemade Roti Canai.
Yes, the menu features several vegetarian and vegan-friendly choices, including vegetable fried rice, Ipoh bean sprouts, and various tofu dishes.
Yes, the restaurant accepts reservations, which is especially recommended during peak weekend dinner hours when wait times can increase.
Most main entrees and noodle dishes range between $15 and $27, with an average overall dining cost of $20–$30 per person.
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