The Alley
George Town · Penang
Local favorite
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One of the first specialty cafes to open in George Town, The Alley has operated since 2013 and quietly inspired a generation of Penang coffee culture. Tucked into a narrow heritage lane behind the Goddess of Mercy Temple, the shophouse space is intimate and characterful, serving rotating seasonal pour-overs and a signature churros that has developed its own following. A foundational stop for anyone tracing the roots of the city's coffee scene.
Where to find it
Hours
- Mon
- 10:00-18:00
- Tue
- 10:00-18:00
- Wed
- 10:00-18:00
- Thu
- 10:00-18:00
- Fri
- 12:00-00:00
- Sat
- 12:00-00:00
- Sun
- 12:00-00:00
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