What to order at Ravi's Famous Apom Manis

The dish to know
Apom manis claypot pancakes
Editor tip
Sold out by 09:30 most mornings since the Michelin listing; come before 08:00 and order a dozen, they vanish.
CuisineStreet food
Price$
Neighborhoodpulau-tikus
HoursMon-Wed, Fri-Sun 06:00-10:00 or until sold out; closed Thu
The dishApom manis claypot pancakes
PaymentCash only
Last verified

Tip: Sold out by 09:30 most mornings since the Michelin listing; come before 08:00 and order a dozen, they vanish.

Location

Address: 319 Jalan Burma, 10350 George Town, Penang

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