Golden City Prawn Mee & Loh Mee
A 3-decade old Penang hawker stall serving Michelin-recognized Hokkien Mee and Lor Mee with rich, umami broths at great prices.
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Golden City Prawn Mee & Loh Mee
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A 3-decade old Penang hawker stall serving Michelin-recognized Hokkien Mee and Lor Mee with rich, umami broths at great prices.
"Experience authentic Penang hawker food at this Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient!"
Try Hokkien Mee without chili
Savor the complex flavors of the broth, which is rich enough on its own.
Visit during off-peak hours
To avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed dining experience, plan your visit accordingly.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Malaysian Hawker
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+60 12-493 7766
Address
104, Jalan Burma, 10050 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
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Authentic Hokkien Mee
Rich, umami-laden broth made from pork bones & prawn shells. A local favorite for decades.
Lor Mee
Thick, savory gravy paired with springy noodles. A comforting and flavorful traditional dish.
Michelin Bib Gourmand Recognition
Awarded for its outstanding value and quality, this spot is a must-visit for food lovers.
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Try Hokkien Mee without chili
Savor the complex flavors of the broth, which is rich enough on its own.
Visit during off-peak hours
To avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed dining experience, plan your visit accordingly.
Consider delivery options
Even when delivered, the soup maintains its well-blended and delicious taste.
Customizable Noodle Bowls
Choose your soup base and add your favorite toppings like eggs, ribs, or pork skin.
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Try Hokkien Mee without chili
Savor the complex flavors of the broth, which is rich enough on its own.
Visit during off-peak hours
To avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed dining experience, plan your visit accordingly.
Consider delivery options
Even when delivered, the soup maintains its well-blended and delicious taste.
Customizable Noodle Bowls
Choose your soup base and add your favorite toppings like eggs, ribs, or pork skin.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
A long-standing Penang hawker stall, Golden City Prawn Mee & Loh Mee is celebrated for its authentic Hokkien mee and lor mee, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its flavorful broths and value. While locals frequent it and praise the noodle dishes, some reviews mention the coffee shop drinks are subpar. The ambiance is described as a traditional, no-frills coffee shop.
"This is a traditional non fancy old coffee shop.
They do have 3 stall that selling classic Penang hawker food there.
Been long time heard about this Chinese style Mee Goreng. It was awesome, slight different with mamak style but it was good , and we do try their Chinese fried rice taste like old time granny style 👍🏻 Recommend for both. However I was disappointed with the coffee shop drink. Too low grade coffee and tea quality and it watery. To avoid disappointed you may order Coke.
How I wish they will improve on the beverage quality."
C L (Simplicity)
"The prawn noodle soup was oomph & yummy with the first few slurps but then kinda lost taste & flavour after. The char kway teow is terrible though the aunty selling it is friendly, so I feel bad. The wanton mee had 2 small wantons, scraps of red char siew unlike the usual brown bbq colour of most Malaysian char siew. The noodles were far from soggy, had a nice bite & the black sauce that the noodles bathed in, was flavour packed - had the lardy taste but not over powering. The toilet, unisex is unusual. Pay this place a visit to find out why"
Speedy Gonzales
"It’s an old town shop, prawn mee, loh mee and mee rebus is soooooooo good. A must visit for me in Penang ❤️❤️❤️"
Anna Ong
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Frequently Asked Questions
The signature dishes are the Hokkien Mee and Lor Mee, both praised for their rich broths and traditional flavors.
No, it's a traditional, no-frills coffee shop frequented by locals, offering a genuine hawker experience.
Popular add-ons include braised eggs, pork ribs, and pig skin to enhance your noodle experience.
The broth is made from boiling down pork bones and prawn shells for over three decades, creating a deep umami flavor.
One common feedback is that the quality of the coffee shop beverages, like coffee and tea, is not as good as the food.
The restaurant typically opens around 9 AM, but specific closing times can vary. It's best to check for the most current hours.
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Green House Prawn Mee & Loh Mee gets a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand for more than three decades of loyal fandom. The Hokkien prawn mee and lor mee here attracts a crowd thanks to the deep umami in their soups.
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