Best Takoyaki in Penang

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These spongy meteors are quintessential Japanese snacks which quite right fits the palate of typical Malaysians. These gilded goodies are a marriage of wheat flour, minced octopus, green onions and pickled ginger, grilled on congkak-like molds. However our cravings have no limit, therefore, chicken, prawns, beef and other quirky combinations have joined the party to offer octopus a breather. After a few twist and turns, it’s showered with sauces, mayonnaise, shavings of dried bonito and seaweed. Be warned, nibbling this little snack is known to cause severe addiction, especially spots below.

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    Katsu Matsuri

    A humble restaurant at residential vicinity has been taking the local crowd by storm with series of straight-forward and succulent Japanese dishes. The most-buzzed about bite-size snack is their takoyaki balls. It’s arranged in traditional and floral porcelain and liberally doused with seaweed and bonito flakes and showered with mayonnaise and spreads of sauces. The smatterings of octopus are utterly delicious and complement the fluffy coating of flour. 

    Tips

    Ask the server for recommendation

    Things to expect

    Humble ambiance

    Best with

    Extra toppings

    Price

    RM5.00 to RM10.00

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    Katsu Matsuri View restaurant

    Taman Kheng Tian (9-1-3, Jalan Van Praagh),, 11600, Georgetown, Penang
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    0124752310

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    11:00AM—09:00PM
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    Takokin Japanese Cuisine

    Nestled on the third floor of Prangin Mall, this restaurant has been serving widespread of Japanese dishes with a local touch which caters the multiracial mix of the country. The takoyakis are a mainstay on the menu, spheres of savoury balls topped with shavings of bonito, smeared with a rich spread of mayonnaise and sides of chili sauce. It’s wise to order one set to accompany your shopping at this bustling mall once you’re done dining. 

    Tips

    Pack back some during your shopping

    Things to expect

    Comfy space

    Best with

    Assorted Local Drinks

    Price

    RM5.00 to RM10.00

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    Takokin Japanese Cuisine View restaurant

    Prangin Mall (33-3-64), 10100, Georgetown, Penang
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    0164131679

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    01:00PM—09:00PM
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    Tako TaoHalal a81b201f94b2180a29928950eefa06850871fc85c2ba8fcb39753bdbcdfb49cfCertified
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    Dubbed as one of the best preparing freshly made takoyaki, they have vastly expanded across the country. Looking at their bouncy and dense balls swiveling on the sizzling hot molds literally throttles your salivary engine at once. Choices of filling include prawn, chicken and cheese, unagi and octopus yet if you’re flexing up your adventurous scale, opt for abalone, which is also known as marine snails. The takoyakis are stacked in a paper box, then a bouquet of herbs, slices dried bonitos, sweet and sour sauce and mayonnaise provide a mouthwatering gable. The speckles of charred marks being coated with rich layers of flavours are amazing.

    Tips

    Get all their flavours in one box, mix and match, guess the flavours

    Things to expect

    Cheap and good eatery

    Best with

    Abalone

    Price

    RM4.90 to RM10.00

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    Tako Tao @ Queensbay Mall View restaurant

    1F-61, 100, Queensbay Mall, Persiaran Bayan Indah , 11900 , Bayan Lepas, Penang
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    10:00AM—10:00PM
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    MR TakoyakiHalal a81b201f94b2180a29928950eefa06850871fc85c2ba8fcb39753bdbcdfb49cfCertified
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    Relatively a new joint for the grilling scene, MR Takoyaki has been collecting commendable reviews for their takoyaki which comes in whopping choices. The main draw is a number of vegetables heaped on top, which includes chunks of tomatoes, carrots and green onions that offer an alluring layer of colour. Do check their Facebook page, they are moving to Micke's Place at Love Lane after 6 pm, where a bustling nightlife paired with Japanese savoury snacks? Now that’s rhythm to ears, later to your palate. 

    Tips

    Will be at Micke's Place Love Lane from 6pm onwards.

    Things to expect

    Lots of toppings

    Best with

    Extra sauce

    Price

    RM5.00 to RM10.00

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    MR Takoyaki View restaurant

    32, Jalan Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, 11900 , Georgetown, Penang
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    0195949659

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    12:00PM—04:00PM
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    Tips

    Check out their Instagram and Facebook page, they often serve at road shows and many more. Moreover planning to venture with them, feel free.

    Things to expect

    Succulent choices

    Best with

    Extra Sauces

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    RM4.50 to RM10.00

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