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

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3 critics 9 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

Critics reviews

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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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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Qianmian Yu · Feb 2026

Similar to a food court, different dishes are offered by different vendors. The fried kway teow is the most famous and truly delicious. It has a wonderful wok hei (wok aroma) when it's first served, and the shrimp are incredibly fresh and…
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Holly · Feb 2026

The CKT was ok, nice prawns and included the Chinese sausage, lacked the wok hei flavour however. Is it a bit chaotic getting a seat and ordering but part of the experience
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