Bee Hwa Cafe
An old-school coffee shop newly listed in the 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand, serving halal versions of Char Kway Teow and Hokkien Prawn Mee.
Founded in 1967 by a Hainanese family, this cafe originally sold only coffee, toast, and half-boiled eggs. Today, it serves halal Chinese-style local bites by replacing pork with chicken and seafood, earning a spot on the 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand list. Signature dishes include garlic Char Kway Teow, Hokkien Prawn Mee with daily-brewed broth, and White Curry Mee, alongside Nyonya Laksa and Kaya Toast. Expect queues during the lunch peak, with some diners waiting about 30 minutes for the Char Kway Teow, so arriving early is recommended. Located at 10, Lebuh Dickens, near Penang Road.
Opening hours
Mon–Sat approx. 7:00–15:00; Closed on Sundays (some sources may vary)
Nearby sights
- Kimberley Street Night Food
- Chulia Street & Love Lane
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (The Blue Mansion)
- The TOP Komtar
- Sun Yat-sen Museum Penang
- Penang Street Art – Armenian Street
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
- George Town UNESCO Heritage Zone