Aside from the good food that you can't find anywhere else (yes, we're biased), the bar scene in Penang is also equally unmatched. If you want to take your night out in Penang up a notch, here is a colorful list of 5 speakeasy bars you can check out:
1. Good Friends Club
Hands down one of the best bars in Penang, nothing beats Good Friends Club's welcoming yet mysterious vibes. With a wide variety of cocktails from the old-fashioned to the chili-infused concoctions, you simply cannot resist coming back for more.
Contact Number: 010-550 1204
Operating Hours: Opens daily from 7 PM - 12 AM
Address: 39, Jalan Gurdwara, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
2. Backdoor Bodega
Backdoor Bodega once made headlines for their COVID-19 vaccines inspired cocktails, but that's not the only unique thing about this bar. Only accepting entry via RSVPs at the moment, this speakeasy bar is definitely a place you should recommend to your friends if you want to earn some extra street credit.
Contact Number: RSVP via their website www.backdoorbodega.com
Operating Hours: Opens daly (except tue-wed) from 8PM - 12 AM
Address: Jalan Gurdwara, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
3. Boidoir By Dad's Woods
Cafe by day and cocktail bar by night, Boidoir by Dad's Woods is the perfect spot to just chill and sit down with your closest buddies. All around good vibes, would definitely recommend.
Contact Number: 012-490 0631
Operating Hours: Opens daily (except Tue) from 6 PM - 12 AM
Address: 9, Lorong Birch, George Town, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang
4. Mish Mash
Aside from their extensive whiskey collection, Mish Mash boasts a wide selection of cocktails that suits just about anyone. Definitely a worthy bar to visit.
Contact Number: 017-536 5128
Operating Hours: Opens daily (except Tue-Wed) from 4:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Address: 24, Muntri St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang
5. Manchu Bar
One of the latest speakeasy bars in Penang, Manchu Bar transports you back to the old Qi dynasty era with its ancient-Chinese-themed ambiance. You simply shouldn't miss this!
Contact Number: 012-500 7588
Operating Hours: Opens daily (except Mon) 4 PM - 12 AM
Address : 38 & 40, Jalan Pintal Tali, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Last but not least, drink responsibly!
