Savor authentic Italian cuisine and delightful desserts at this popular Penang cafe. With a 4.8/5 rating, it's a must-visit for fantastic food and a relaxed atmosphere.
Nestled in the heart of George Town, this vibrant eatery offers a delightful escape for diners seeking exceptional Italian flavors. With an impressive 4.8/5 rating from over 4,700 reviews, it's clear this establishment has captured the hearts of many. Patrons consistently praise the fantastic food, with highlights like creamy lemon pasta and rich mushroom soup frequently mentioned. The sweet tooth will rejoice at the legendary cake selection, offering a tempting array of treats. Beyond the delicious fare, the atmosphere provides a perfect spot to unwind and satisfy cravings, making it a favored destination for both casual lunches and gatherings. The presence of outdoor seating further enhances the dining experience.
Restaurant Analysis
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Absolutely loved this cafe! The food was fantastic (Creamy Lemon Pasta and Mushroom Soup were highlights!), and the presentation was lovely. The cake selection is legendary—so many treats to choose from! Perfect place to relax and satisfy your sweet cravings. Must-try dishes: Hearthside Lamb Pleasure and the classic Caffe Latte! I joined member and came for lunch with family. We ordered below dishes, 1.Chicken & Pineapple Pizza (Only 1 size, Large,we wanted to order medium but it's not available. Cheese portion was wnough but the Chicken slices was too little ans so thin till barely can taste it. Pineapple slices was too small) 2.Mushroom Soup (It's thick and flavourful but too salty) 3.Grilled Salmon (This was good but Salmon was too salty, Mashed Potato was not enough) 4.Smoked Duck Aglio Olio Pasta (This was ok but smoked duck and pasta portion too little) 5.Grilled Chicken Basil Pasta (The grilled chicken portion was good but too salty and grilled too long till very hard, pasta portion was little, quite oily and dry. If some cream is added then it'll be better) 6.Salmon Cabonara Pasta (Asked to Steam or Grill the Salmon as I didn't want to eat Fried Salmon but got rejected, but Chef agreed to boli the egg instead of adding it raw. Salmon was too salty, pasta was little but tasted good) 7.Tried the Chocolate and Cheese Cake and it's good but too sweet. Recommended things to improve 1.To provide small/medium/large size selection for pizza. 2.To reduce saltiness of all food or as per customer request as not all customers can eat very salty food. But the Chicken or Salmon might marinated earlier already. 3.To increase pasta portion as the price was high 4.To be willing to cater to customers request like Steam or grill the Chicken or fish if customers don't want to eat Fried food 5. To reduce sugar level of cakes, better for customers' health and save cost too 6.We had to wait long to ask questions as only 1-2 staff were kind of in charge person which can answer but they were too busy preparing beverages or doing payments while others can't answer, please see how to improve this. Hope the restaurant staff will read this review and get things improved as I spent 40 mins to write it sincerely. Keep up the good work! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 I regret coming here after my lunch, expecting to eat cake as dessert. The thing is, the cake should be the lunch instead. Have a good look at the pics I posted and tell me how is it just for dessert? You buy a slice and you should be sharing it with other 2 people. The cake is delicious tho. It was baked perfectly and it has all the taste you'd want it to have. The portion is big (I'm not complaining tho). The price is also fair when you look at the portion they give you. There's a lot of selection so maybe you should come here many times. Same goes with the table. There's a lot of seating, including at the back. The toilet is also pretty too I will definitely come here again
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163, Lebuh Pantai, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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October 24, 2025
Absolutely loved this cafe! The food was fantastic (Creamy Lemon Pasta and Mushroom Soup were highlights!), and the presentation was lovely. The cake selection is legendary—so many treats to choose from! Perfect place to relax and satisfy your sweet cravings. Must-try dishes: Hearthside Lamb Pleasure and the classic Caffe Latte!
August 11, 2025
I joined member and came for lunch with family. We ordered below dishes, 1.Chicken & Pineapple Pizza (Only 1 size, Large,we wanted to order medium but it's not available. Cheese portion was wnough but the Chicken slices was too little ans so thin till barely can taste it. Pineapple slices was too small) 2.Mushroom Soup (It's thick and flavourful but too salty) 3.Grilled Salmon (This was good but Salmon was too salty, Mashed Potato was not enough) 4.Smoked Duck Aglio Olio Pasta (This was ok but smoked duck and pasta portion too little) 5.Grilled Chicken Basil Pasta (The grilled chicken portion was good but too salty and grilled too long till very hard, pasta portion was little, quite oily and dry. If some cream is added then it'll be better) 6.Salmon Cabonara Pasta (Asked to Steam or Grill the Salmon as I didn't want to eat Fried Salmon but got rejected, but Chef agreed to boli the egg instead of adding it raw. Salmon was too salty, pasta was little but tasted good) 7.Tried the Chocolate and Cheese Cake and it's good but too sweet. Recommended things to improve 1.To provide small/medium/large size selection for pizza. 2.To reduce saltiness of all food or as per customer request as not all customers can eat very salty food. But the Chicken or Salmon might marinated earlier already. 3.To increase pasta portion as the price was high 4.To be willing to cater to customers request like Steam or grill the Chicken or fish if customers don't want to eat Fried food 5. To reduce sugar level of cakes, better for customers' health and save cost too 6.We had to wait long to ask questions as only 1-2 staff were kind of in charge person which can answer but they were too busy preparing beverages or doing payments while others can't answer, please see how to improve this. Hope the restaurant staff will read this review and get things improved as I spent 40 mins to write it sincerely. Keep up the good work!
September 17, 2025
Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 I regret coming here after my lunch, expecting to eat cake as dessert. The thing is, the cake should be the lunch instead. Have a good look at the pics I posted and tell me how is it just for dessert? You buy a slice and you should be sharing it with other 2 people. The cake is delicious tho. It was baked perfectly and it has all the taste you'd want it to have. The portion is big (I'm not complaining tho). The price is also fair when you look at the portion they give you. There's a lot of selection so maybe you should come here many times. Same goes with the table. There's a lot of seating, including at the back. The toilet is also pretty too I will definitely come here again
September 2, 2025
I had a wonderful dining experience at Reggae. The set lunch was very affordable and came with generous portions, making it excellent value for money. The food was delicious, well-seasoned, and thoughtfully prepared, with each dish offering a nice balance of flavors and textures. To end the meal, I tried one of their cakes, which was absolutely charming—light, moist, and not overly sweet, just perfect with a cup of coffee. Overall, Reggae is a great place for anyone looking for tasty food, big portions, and reasonable prices. Highly recommended!
July 25, 2025
My first time here was absolutely fantastic, and I'm already planning my next visit with friends! I instantly fell in love with the structure and design of the place it's so cozy. As for the food, the portions were very generous, and the taste suited me perfectly. Service: everything is perfect do keep it up.
Features and amenities that make Reggae Cafe special
Outdoor Seating
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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