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This restaurant provides you with nice food and a place to rest after a long walk around Made In Penang Interactive Museum. Gēn is known for providing Chinese and Malaysian cuisines. Many people visit this place to taste good red caviar, duck and dumplings. The cooks here prepare tasty ice cream. Delicious wine or good sherry will make your meal better and you'll certainly come back.
Come to this spot to celebrate an anniversary, wedding or a birthday party. This restaurant is recommended for the professional staff. The enjoyable service is something these restaurateurs care about. Gēn offers you fair prices for yummy meals. The nice decor and cozy atmosphere let guests feel relaxed here. Michelin experts have visited this place, so it has received the Michelin selection award.
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Evian えびあん
5 months ago on Google
This was an exceptionally thoughtful and meticulously crafted dining experience, truly showcasing the deliciousness of local ingredients to their fullest potential. The tasting menu cleverly utilized local Malaysian ingredients, presenting exquisite dishes that were both modern and deeply rooted in the region, brimming with creativity and truly remarkable. The most eye-catching dish was the deconstructed Penang Assam Laksa, perfectly preserving the dish's signature sour, spicy, and rich aromas while reinterpreting them with elegance and sophistication. This dish was both nostalgic and exciting, demonstrating convincing culinary skill. It was a perfect interpretation of local ingredients, exquisite craftsmanship, and stories. Each dish was imbued with meaning. It not only pursued flavor but also focused on presenting the ingredients at their best. My favorite was the ginger flower appetizer, which was simply stunning. So fresh and vibrant, it was a taste I had never experienced before. And good ending with the fresh dessert. Perfect! The restaurant also provided ingredient information cards on each table, explaining the origin of each ingredient and the story behind it. This added a touch of thoughtfulness and reflected their dedication to the dining experience. The staff were attentive, calm, and knowledgeable, clearly explaining each dish and ensuring a smooth and relaxed dining experience. The pace of service was perfectly timed, allowing for a comfortable yet focused dining experience. It was a pleasure to interact with FOH, which helped us better understand Penang culture and the chef's creative philosophy, appreciating their unique creations and contributing to the story of Gen in Penang. A beautiful representation of local produce, craftsmanship, and storytelling. Definitely a must try if you appreciate ingredient driven fine dining. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Order type: Dine in Meal type: Lunch
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Lisagoeslegal
5 months ago on Google
I recently dined here expecting a refined experience to match the premium pricing, but unfortunately it fell short in several key areas. While the food itself was acceptable, there were noticeable deviations from the listed ingredients, and substitutions were made without any prior notice. At this level, transparency and attention to detail are not optional—they’re expected. It was disappointing to be served dishes that didn’t align with what was described on the menu. I raised these concerns during the meal, and while the staff acknowledged them, the compensation offered—an infused oil that turned out to be expired since December 2025. It only added to the frustration rather than resolving it. Overall, the experience did not justify the cost, and the lack of communication and quality control was concerning. Regrettably, I would not recommend this establishment. Meal type: Dinner Food: 3 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3
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Response from the owner
5 months ago
Hi Mona, We understand it may feel frustrating to revisit these matters, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We fully agree on the importance of attention to detail. In hindsight, we should have informed you in advance about the substitution in the strawberry dish due to seasonality. While this does not excuse the lack of communication, we acknowledge that it fell short of the standard we aim to uphold. Regarding the kulim oil, we sincerely apologise for the confusion caused. Although the oil served was from a new batch, it was mistakenly presented with an outdated label. This should have been properly checked, and we fully recognise that at our level of pricing and positioning, such oversights are not acceptable. We are currently addressing these lapses with our team to improve both consistency and communication moving forward. If you are open to it, we would be truly grateful for the opportunity to welcome you back for lunch as a gesture of service recovery, in hopes of demonstrating the standard we strive to deliver. Thank you again for your honest feedback, and we hope to have the chance to make things right. Kind regards, Sherrie Hoo
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Georgette Ujeneza
5 months ago on Google
I had a great moment and I'm inviting u to come and test. I have requested dessert wit no lactose and this one was one of my best. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
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Chinese, Malaysian
$$$$
Price range per person
MYR 200
Address
Gēn 根 8, Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Features
Сredit cards accepted
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Wi-Fi
Wheelchair accessible
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Opening hours
| SundaySun | 12PM-3PM 6PM-11PM |
| MondayMon | Closed |
| TuesdayTue | Closed |
| WednesdayWed | 6PM-11PM |
| ThursdayThu | 12PM-3PM 6PM-11PM |
| FridayFri | 12PM-3PM 6PM-11PM |
| SaturdaySat | 12PM-3PM 6PM-11PM |
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