>Dive into Penang’s culinary heritage at Tek Sen Restaurant, a legacy simmering since 1965!
Step through timeworn doors in George Town’s heart, and be swept away by the warm glow of hanging lanterns and the intoxicating aroma of Cantonese delights.
Generations of family secrets whisper in each dish, from the glistening Hainanese Chicken Rice to the tangy symphony of Sweet & Sour Pork.
Indulge in Char Kuey Teow’s smoky magic, a wok-kissed dance of flat noodles, prawns, and bean sprouts.
Nyonya Curry Fish Head beckons, its fragrant coconut milk embracing the succulent flesh, a fiery love letter to Penang’s cultural tapestry. ️
More than just a meal, Tek Sen is a Penang institution. Friendly smiles serve alongside steaming plates, stories of family legacy woven into every bite.
Gather around vintage tables, amidst the laughter and clatter of shared plates. Here, heritage and hospitality intertwine, creating memories that linger long after the last morsel is savored.
Come hungry, leave happy. Tek Sen Restaurant, a timeless Penang treasure waiting to be discovered.
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Mark Ong
a week agoWell this place was famous. I was told it's the best stir fried restaurant by my friends whom visited. Locals told me not to waste time. I tried anyway and the locals are definitely right. Very average stir fry style restaurant. Good part is everything not too salty. Other than their honey roast pork is more special, nothing is outstanding. I could walk in to any of my neighbourhood store and get similar quality stuff easily. Only plus point is quick and warm service and very nostalgic old building. Other than that a very mid restaurant which is popular.
Herlinyanto Oetomo
a month agoIf you're looking for delicious and authentic Chinese food in Penang, Teksen Restaurant is a must-visit. This popular eatery is well-known for its flavorful dishes, fresh ingredients, and reasonable prices. Their signature double-roasted pork with chili padi is a standout, alongside other favorites like tofu with minced meat.However, be prepared for a wait—Teksen is incredibly popular, and queues of up to an hour are common, especially during peak hours. If you don’t want to wait, making an advanced booking is highly recommended.Overall, Teksen delivers an excellent dining experience with quality food at fair prices. Just come early or plan ahead to avoid the long queue!
RJ C
a month agoHad an excellent lunch here on a Sunday. Arrived at around 1.45pm so there wasn't really any queue and we were shown to our table in about 5 minutes. Food served rather quickly too. We totally enjoyed each of the dishes that we ordered and now I understand why they were so popular. Had the bitter gourd egg, belachan fried chicken (which wasn't spicy by the way), assam stingray and salt&pepper squid. Priced quite reasonably too. Will definitely return to try other dishes.
Fenny
a week agoCame here at 6pm, and the queue had already superrrrrr long. So, the next day I came at 4.30pm, and I was the first in line Love the food here! I really like the double roasted pork, it’s sweet, caramelized, not too spicy. You can pick any food with the recommendation sign, and they’re all good
Wee Guan Kho
a month agoA delightful dinner at this hugely popular restaurant.Reach here 8 min after the opening time and there’s alrdy a queue forming outside. Queued for 40min to get seated down but food arrived soon after.Didn’t managed to order most of the recommended dishes as they are spicy and not suitable for children.Love 7 dishes out of the 9 we ordered ! The dishes were so flavourful, the fussy kids finished their rice !Would love to visit again ~Advise to come early as waiting time to get a seat is long