Kebaya Dining Room - George Town, Penang

Paul L.

Kebaya Dining Room in Penang offers an elegant, immersive experience that beautifully marries heritage and haute cuisine. Set within the gorgeously restored Seven Terraces, the restaurant radiates old-world charm — ornate Peranakan décor, polished wood interiors, and a warm, romantic glow that feels straight out of a bygone era. The menu takes classic Nyonya flavours and refines them with modern technique, creating dishes that are as visually stunning as they are flavourful. From delicately spiced curries to perfectly balanced appetizers, every plate tells a story of culture and craft.

The service is polished and attentive without ever feeling stiff, and the pacing of the meal allows you to savour each course at leisure. Dining here feels less like a restaurant visit and more like an evening journey through Penang’s culinary heritage, elevated with finesse and thoughtfulness. The fusion of tradition and refinement makes Kebaya Dining Room one of the island’s true gems — a must for anyone seeking an unforgettable blend of history, atmosphere, and fine dining.

Jimmy L.

I’m a big fan of the Crazy Rich Asians book series by Kevin Kwan, who clearly has a deep understanding of the lives of the wealthy and famous, as his writing is incredibly detailed. I've always been intrigued by the lavish lifestyle of UHNW individuals, or Ultra High Net Worth people.

Recently, I went to Penang for a business conference and got a taste of the Crazy Rich Asians lifestyle by dining at Kebaya Dining Room. This restaurant, located in the beautifully restored Seven Terraces, features a high-ceilinged space adorned with crystal chandeliers and rich scarlet velvet drapes, offering a menu that puts a fresh spin on classic Peranakan, Straits, and Indo-Chinese dishes.

The service was quick, friendly, and efficient, and dining at Kebaya Dining Room was a luxurious experience, enhanced by the soft, soothing sounds of old Chinese music. The food was incredible, making for an almost flawless dining experience.

We also appreciated the concierge at Seven Terraces, who took us on a tour of the stunningly restored heritage building, including the owner’s private collection of antiques housed in the hotel. The owner, Christopher Ong, has meticulously restored his antique collection to such an impressive condition that it could easily compete with museum exhibits; I found it hard to believe that some of these pieces are several hundred years old.

What a treasured memory it was to step into the world of Crazy Rich Asians, even if just for a few hours! I’m thankful to the concierge at Seven Terraces for the private tour and the staff at Kebaya Dining Room for such an unforgettable dining experience.

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Zhe M.

Kebaya dining room offers a generous set meal for dinner for Peranakan food lovers. The meal set offers two options - option A includes a starter and a main, option B offers a starter, main and desserts.

For diners with a smaller appetite, we recommend option A, as both starters and mains are usually served in sharing portions (very generous* portions might I add).

Highly recommend!

Geoffrey L.

Food has improved since my last visit. The slow-cooked beef was tender and flavorful, the rendang toasties had a nice balance of spice and crisp, and the gulai meat was rich and aromatic. Overall, the flavors felt more refined this time, worth a try if you’re into Peranakan or Nyonya cuisine in a heritage dining setting.

Angel L.

a lovely meal with excellent execution and delicate balance of vibrant flavours. all the dishes delighted us and the portions were hefty! the service was also impeccable, it was my friend’s birthday and they surprised us with a small cake and a special birthday card. this is definitely somewhere magical that is worth revisiting 😌

Nigel B.

Top class. Simply stunning food in a lovely spacious atmosphere with friendly and helpful service. Absolutely worth the relatively higher price (in case you are not sure). And don't skip the rendang and blue cheese croquette (which was my favourite).

Jess

值得來一次
不論餐廳環境食物質素服務都是非常好
或許這不是正宗娘惹味道
但對於我們來說已經足夠及味道很好
最喜歡的菜式是Otak Otak，Pai Tee, 鴨腿、羊及蝦
甜品相對失色😅

Worth a visit!
The restaurant’s ambiance, food quality, and service are all excellent.
It may not be authentic Nyonya flavor,
however for us, it’s more than enough and tastes great.
Favorite dishes were Otak Otak, Pai Tee, duck leg, lamb and prawns.
The desserts, however, were a bit underwhelming 😅.

Kenneth W.

從未踏入過七間厝，總覺得那是高檔社交圈的地盤，要穿得得體、舉止得宜，才敢走進去。這回因為新加坡朋友的提議，終於給了自己一個機會，也發現他們現在有兩道或三道菜的套餐選項，沒那麼拘謹，也不再是單點制。

我們點了牛肉仁當吐司作為前菜，以及香燉羊肩作主菜，搭配Kerabu Green Mango（綠芒果沙拉）和Sticky Plum Duck（話梅醬燉鴨）。整體口味中規中矩，不算出挑。雖然我個人偏好海鮮類料理，但這次以肉類為主，也算是換個口味。

甜點有濃郁微苦的巧克力夾心吐司，以及帶百香果醬汁的熱帶冰淇淋，味道清爽，作結尚可。

真正留下深刻印象的，是那一扇扇金雕木門、夜色下靜謐的泳池、雕花的涼椅與床架、紅絨金線的窗簾、還有像藝廊般陳列著瓷器與木雕的接待空間。七間厝的建築語言遠比餐桌上的語言來得豐富。

這一夜，是視覺和記憶的饗宴，勝過味蕾的滿足。