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A convenient option for those wanting a tasty curry mee while shopping; the ingredients are always fresh. — Bayan Lepas

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A favorite morning spot for office workers; the chili paste here is particularly fragrant and spicy. — George Town

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A popular evening spot where the broth is rich and the toppings are generous, including plenty of fresh blood cockles. — George Town

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A neighborhood favorite known for its creamy coconut broth and fresh seafood toppings. — Pulau Tikus

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A suburban favorite that serves one of the richest and most concentrated curry broths on the island. — Lip Sin

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Only available on Friday nights; this stall is famous for its spicy kick and generous servings. — Jelutong

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A reliable evening stall that serves a very rich, oily version of the dish. It’s perfect for those who like their curry with a lot of chili oil floating on top. — George Town

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19:30.

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A rustic, very affordable version favored by the market-goers. The portions are large, and the cockles are notoriously fresh, often added to the bowl nearly raw so they cook in the residual heat of the soup. — George Town

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14:00.

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A living piece of Penang history. They still cook their curry over a charcoal stove, giving the broth a subtle smokiness. Their chili-fried cuttlefish is a legendary topping that adds a chewy, savory depth to the milky soup. — Air Itam

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09:00 (Sells out early).

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A clean and modern setting to enjoy a high-quality bowl of curry mee. — George Town

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A small cart that appears only at night. It’s the perfect intro for travelers staying in the heritage zone; the chef is friendly and the flavors are classic, smoky, and spicy. — George Town

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20:30.

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Look for the local hawker centers near the airport; they serve a surprisingly authentic and high-quality version. — Bayan Lepas

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If you want a "loaded" bowl, this is the place. You can add extra portions of pig’s blood, cockles, fish balls, and even chicken wings to your curry. The broth is exceptionally thick and creamy. — George Town (Lebuh Kimberley)

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12:00.

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A heritage stall known for a broth that is more seafood-forward and slightly less coconut-heavy than others. Their chili paste is particularly potent and has a strong fragrance of toasted shrimp paste. — George Town

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08:30 (Popular breakfast spot).

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Famous for its "white" broth, which is a creamy, unspiced coconut base. You add the chili paste yourself from a container on the table, allowing you to perfectly control the heat level. Their steamed chicken is a must-order side dish. — George Town (Jalan Rangoon)

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11:30.

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A reliable neighborhood spot where the curry mee is consistently flavorful and affordable. — Farlim

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This stall is known for its exceptionally creamy broth. It’s slightly sweeter than the George Town versions, which balances the spice of the chili paste beautifully. — Jelutong

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15:00.

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