Nostalgic Breakfast in Penang – Joo Leong Café

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I dropped by Joo Leong Café in Sungai Tiram, Bayan Lepas for breakfast, and immediately felt that comforting kopitiam charm that Penang does best. It’s set in a wooden house, giving off total nostalgic vibes—one of those spots that makes the early wake-up worth it.

I dug into their famous roti bakar—two slices of crispy toasty bread slathered in buttery sweet goodness. Dipping it into the half-boiled eggs adds that perfect creaminess. Their Kopi O is straightforward but aromatic—classic, comforting, and just what you want to wake your taste buds.

Later in the evening, the place transforms in the moodiest mood: their seafood porridge (often called “hoo moy”) is next level—customisable with prawns, crab, cuttlefish, fish stomach, and even frog. The broth is rich, clean, and packed with seafood sweetness in every spoonful. It’s humble, but there’s something about that communal flicker of shared tables and steam rising from porridge that makes it unforgettable.

Travel Tips & How to Get There
• Where: 179-H Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah (Sungai Tiram), Bayan Lepas—easy roadside spot, look for the wooden exterior.
• ⏰ Best Times:
• Breakfast from 7 AM to 11 AM for toast and eggs.
• Seafood porridge served later—dinner-style hours—go after 6 PM. (turn0search0, turn0search8)
• Parking: Street-side only and can be tricky during peak hours.
• Must-Trys:
• Roti Bakar with half-boiled eggs and hot Kopi O.
• Custom seafood porridge—big flavors in a homely bowl.

Post by Kiawchua | Aug 20, 2025