{"id":60032,"date":"2023-02-15T10:25:11","date_gmt":"2023-02-15T02:25:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/?p=60032"},"modified":"2023-02-15T10:31:00","modified_gmt":"2023-02-15T02:31:00","slug":"hidden-bars-penang-speakeasy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/hidden-bars-penang-speakeasy\/","title":{"rendered":"Blink And You\u2019ll Miss These 8 Hidden Bars In Penang"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sure, everyone knows Penang for the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">char kuey teow<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assam laksa<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the excess of delectable street delights. Yet, it\u2019s also fertile ground for creative alcoholic concoctions of every kind. While the Klang Valley is widely recognised as the epicentre of Malaysian mixology, the island-state is catching up at an increasing pace, with these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hidden bars in Penang<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> underscoring a burgeoning nightlife scene.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hidden Bars In Penang<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> To Escape From Tourists, People &amp; Your Regrets<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give them a shot. Or two. Or three.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Backdoor Bodega<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60034\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60034\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-60034 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Backdoor-min.jpg\" alt=\"backdoor bodega hidden bar penang\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Backdoor-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Backdoor-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Backdoor-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Backdoor-min-230x173.jpg 230w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Backdoor-min-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Backdoor-min-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60034\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kamanc126\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@kamanc126<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/miloheng\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@miloheng<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via Instagram\u00a0<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not exactly concealed since the accolades started pouring in, Backdoor Bodega is Penang\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> hidden bar<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and worst-kept secret. An Asia Top 100 alumni, the \u201coverpriced pin shop\u201d has only been in the business for 7 years and founder Koh Yung Sheng learned the chops of bartending while juggling a full-time graphic design gig. His unconventional approach to mixology brings forth a selection of unique cocktails that play on Malaysian palettes. Take the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/PatPoh-Chrysanthemum-Syrup-%E6%B5%93%E7%BC%A9%E5%85%AB%E5%AE%9D%E5%87%89%E8%8C%B6-%E8%8F%8A%E8%8A%B1%E8%8C%B6-500ml-i.142651113.5644036578?sp_atk=aa788991-9196-468e-9e53-4e3ea0c5eb21&amp;xptdk=aa788991-9196-468e-9e53-4e3ea0c5eb21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patpoh<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Negroni for example, which pays homage to the ubiquitous Chinese herbal syrup with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Beefeater-London-Dry-Gin-(750ml)-i.143550725.2758904113?sp_atk=9f6ae213-a2c5-4427-9ff8-df599340a677&amp;xptdk=9f6ae213-a2c5-4427-9ff8-df599340a677\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">London dry gin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, sweet vermouth, and Bigallet Bellambre. Or the Teh O\u2019 Rum Limau, a cheeky rendition of the beloved <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mamak<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> beverage through <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/bohtea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BOH<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-infused dark rum, maraschino liqueur, green chartreuse, and fresh <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Calamansi-Limau-Kasturi-%E6%A1%94%E5%AD%90-1PKT(300gm)-Daily-Fresh-Vegetable-i.464773411.9786882645?sp_atk=2025c7b1-3538-485f-8fc9-58560c0e197a&amp;xptdk=2025c7b1-3538-485f-8fc9-58560c0e197a\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calamansi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> juice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Address: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">37, Jalan Gurdwara, 10300 George Town<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Opening Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thurs &#8211; Mon: 8pm &#8211; 12am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DM on social media\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.backdoorbodega.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/backdoorbodega\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/backdoorbodega\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Good Friends Club<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60038\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60038\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-60038 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Good-Friends-min.jpg\" alt=\"good friends club penang\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Good-Friends-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Good-Friends-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Good-Friends-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Good-Friends-min-230x173.jpg 230w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Good-Friends-min-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Good-Friends-min-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60038\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/goodfriendsclubpg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@goodfriendsclubpg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via Instagram<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jio <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Hokkien for \u201cinvite\u201d) your besties to this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hidden bar in Penang<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that fronts as a Chinese medicinal hall. Located right next to Backdoor Bodega (perfect for an immediate round two!), the bijou outlet is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/furniture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">furnished<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with vintage wooden chairs and cabinets that will look right at home in the \u201880s. Like its neighbour, the mixologists here take Penang flavours and spin them into imaginative creations with slightly cheeky monikers, like the BBC (Best Banana Cocktail). It has banana peel-infused <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/whisky\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">whisky<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, banana nectar, dehydrated banana skin, and splashes of lemon juice for tanginess.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Address: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">39, Jalan Gurdwara, George Town, 10300 George Town<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Opening Hours:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thurs: 8pm &#8211; 1am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fri &#8211; Sat: 8pm &#8211; 2am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sun &#8211; Tues: 8pm &#8211; 1am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">010-568 0527<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/goodfriendsclubpenang\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/goodfriendsclubpg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. \u5929\u4e0b\u7b2c\u4e00\u5ba2\u68e7 Magazine 63<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60041\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60041\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-60041 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Magazine-63-min.jpg\" alt=\"magazine 63 hidden bar penang\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Magazine-63-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Magazine-63-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Magazine-63-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Magazine-63-min-230x173.jpg 230w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Magazine-63-min-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Magazine-63-min-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60041\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/magazine_63\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@magazine_63<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via Instagram\u00a0<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An OG that paved the way for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penang\u2019s hidden bar<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> scene to flourish, Magazine 63 continues to be a busy drinking spot for locals and tourists alike. Camouflaged along a row of shophouses of old, there are no signages of any kind pointing to the entrance. Just spot the large wooden door, push, and hope it opens. The decor channels old-world China in every aspect, from the looming red lanterns to vintage ceramic bowls as drinking vessels. Try The Spicy Grave, a house favourite that iterates the iconic margarita with a chilli flake-dusted rim, dehydrated whole chilli garnish, agave, and Firewater Cinnamon Whisky to round off this fiery number.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Address:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 63, Jalan Magazine, 10300 George Town<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Opening Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tues &#8211; Sun: 8pm &#8211; 3am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">017-636 3551<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/magazineM63\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/magazine_63\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4.\u00a0 Manchu Bar<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60042\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60042\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-60042 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Manchu-min.jpg\" alt=\"manchu bar penang \" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Manchu-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Manchu-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Manchu-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Manchu-min-230x173.jpg 230w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Manchu-min-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Manchu-min-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60042\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/manchupenang\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@manchupenang<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via Instagram\u00a0<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penang\u2019s nightlife<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is anchored by the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hidden bars<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> around the island, and one of which is this Manchurian-inspired watering hole. Finding it can be tricky, but pay attention to the small room flanked by statues with flowing red curtains on the sides. Pass through the curtains to reach an industrial wooden door, push it open, and wait for a server dressed in Manchurian clothing to serve you. Order the Penang Mule if you crave a refreshing alcoholic beverage of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/ginger%20beer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ginger beer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/vodka\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vodka<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, candied ginger, and lime juice. There are small bites like sweet potato fries and even <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/best-dim-sum-in-kl-pj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dim sum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to munch on if you\u2019re feeling peckish mid-drinking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Address: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">38 &amp; 40, Jalan Pintal Tali, George Town, 10100 George Town<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Opening Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daily, 6pm &#8211; 3am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">012-500 7588<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/manchupenang\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/manchupenang\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Foxhole 24<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60037\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60037\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-60037 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Foxhole-min.jpg\" alt=\"foxhole 24 mish mash hidden bar penang\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Foxhole-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Foxhole-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Foxhole-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Foxhole-min-230x173.jpg 230w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Foxhole-min-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Foxhole-min-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60037\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wk_boey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@wk_boey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/foxhole_24\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@foxhole_24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via Instagram<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Previously known as Mish Mash, a staple in the Penang speakeasy circuit, Foxhole 24 now takes over the helm with refreshed decor and rebranded signature concoctions inspired by time periods. Order the RRW.01.127 made with dark spiced rum, Malaysian rice wine, coconut cream, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/pandan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pandan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Honey-Josapine-Pineapple-Nenas-Honey-Josa-%E5%87%A4%E6%A2%A8-1PCS-(1.5kg-)-i.464773411.15504618657?sp_atk=b2443acd-aaa2-466b-b65e-0bcce726b3cf&amp;xptdk=b2443acd-aaa2-466b-b65e-0bcce726b3cf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pineapple<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and clarified milk for a palate pleaser like no other.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Address: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24, Muntri St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Opening Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tues &#8211; Sat: 5pm &#8211; 12.30am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">017-536 5128<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/foxhole_24\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Beso Rosado<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60035\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60035\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-60035 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Beso-min.jpg\" alt=\"hidden bar penang beso rosado\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Beso-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Beso-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Beso-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Beso-min-230x173.jpg 230w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Beso-min-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Beso-min-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60035\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wahwaheats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@wahwaheats<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via Instagram<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not exactly a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hidden bar in Penang<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but Beso Rosado deserves a mention on the list for its daring interpretation of classic cocktails. The Lucky Shot Old Fashioned is a spin on the age-old drink with bourbon, homemade cinnamon syrup, sweet vermouth, and bitters. Elsewhere, the Lychee Martini infuses the sweet fruit into an intoxicating mixture of vodka, simple syrup, and lemon juice. Come here for the drinks but consider staying for the food as a full-stacked menu of grilled meats, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/best-pasta-kl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pasta<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and salads awaits you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Address: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">86, Lebuh Bishop, George Town, 10200 George Town<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Opening Hours:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tues &#8211; Fri: 6pm &#8211; 12am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sat &#8211; Sun: 12pm &#8211; 3pm, 6pm &#8211; 12am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 04-263 6868<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BesoRosadoPenang\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/beso_rosado\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Archipelago<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60033\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60033\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-60033 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Archipelago-min.jpg\" alt=\"archipelago hidden bar penang\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Archipelago-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Archipelago-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Archipelago-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Archipelago-min-230x173.jpg 230w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Archipelago-min-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Archipelago-min-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60033\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ArchipelagoGeorgeTown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Archipelago<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via Facebook<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A charming <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hidden bar in Penang<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and one of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t to emerge post-pandemic, Archipelago provides a tranquil setting for thirsty travellers to sip and socialise. Located in the courtyard of a shopfront, the space has <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/plant\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on corners, a water feature, picnic tables, and an antique bar counter. Archipelago\u2019s cocktail menu is grounded on the classics but given a slight edge with locally sourced ingredients. For instance, the beloved Hemingway Daiquiri is punchier than usual thanks to the usage of fresh local lime. Those with a penchant for caffeine will adore the Kaya Toast Kopi O, a playful take on the espresso martini using vodka, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Kahlua-Coffee-Liqueur-Mexico-Original-Bottle-(700ml)-i.143550725.2390255393?sp_atk=07dc7ade-ba4f-4b87-a81c-577a212127b0&amp;xptdk=07dc7ade-ba4f-4b87-a81c-577a212127b0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kahlua<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and espresso as the primary ingredients. Served in an old school <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kopitiam<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cup and saucer with a slice of kaya toast on the side. Sounds like the perfect breakfast beverage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Address: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">114 Lebuh Armenian, Jln Kampung Kolam, 10200 George Town<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Opening Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tues &#8211; Sun: 5pm &#8211; 12am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 012-431 1013<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ArchipelagoGeorgeTown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Kara Kara\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60039\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60039\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-60039 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Kara-Kara-min.jpg\" alt=\"kara kara penang\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Kara-Kara-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Kara-Kara-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Kara-Kara-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Kara-Kara-min-230x173.jpg 230w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Kara-Kara-min-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Kara-Kara-min-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60039\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/karakarapg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@karakarapg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via Instagram\u00a0<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cafe by day, speakeasy by night. Kara Kara juxtaposes coffee and cocktails with such ease that you\u2019ll be itching to return come sundown for a nightcap after your morning long black. The cocktail menu veers toward an experimental approach with equal voracity on spirits and presentation. Served in an elegant glass, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/gin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-leaning Barbella shines in a soothing light blue hue from the inclusion of butterfly pea flower. Separately, the Brazil 1985 hinges on Plantation OFTD rum and Amaretto for a strong boozy finish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Address:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 5B, Pengkalan Weld, George Town, 10300 George Town<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Opening Hours:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mon &#8211; Thurs: 2pm &#8211; 2am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fri &#8211; Sun: 2pm &#8211; 3am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">017-270 6729<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/karakarapenang\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/karakarapg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Revel In <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penang<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s Exciting <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nightlife<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At These <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hidden Bars<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60040\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60040\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-60040 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Last-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Last-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Last-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Last-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Last-min-230x173.jpg 230w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Last-min-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Hidden-Bar-Penang-Last-min-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60040\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@louishansel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Louis Hansel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via Unsplash<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So you\u2019ve completed the food pilgrimage touring Penang\u2019s best eating spots. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/best-nasi-kandar-in-penang\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nasi kandar<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, check. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/best-penang-cafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fancy cafes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, check. Street food, check. Now all there\u2019s left to do is unwind away from the crowd with a drink in hand at these bars! Due to limited seating, we recommend making reservations to avoid disappointment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more scoops on the best places to eat, drink, and be merry in the country, check out our extensively researched <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/tag\/food-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food Guides<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sure, everyone knows Penang for the char kuey teow, assam laksa, and the excess of delectable street delights. 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