"The famous char koay teow stall in Penang ranked #14 in the Top 50 list at the World Street Food Congress 17 in Manila, the Philippines.
One of few char koay teow stalls that are still using charcoal to fire up the wok, customers from all over Malaysia and foreign tourists have been known to queue for hours for a plate of the world-famous dish.
Uncle Tan aged 77 whose been the man behind this refined smoky Char Koay Teow cooks using the charcoal technique for the ultimate flavor. Unimpressed with the recent fame he as gained over the years, this man likes to keep it low key and shine through his work of art all on a plate of awesomeness.
Siam Road Char Koay Teow
Address: No 82, Siam Road, George Town, Malaysia
Operating hours: 1200 - 1900 (closed on Sunday)
Siam Road Char Koay Teow is located just 600m from our hotel. Check them out while your in town! Savor it at your own pace before the queue takes over!
