Explore Balik Pulau

A local guide to food, shops, services, and everyday places in Balik Pulau — the hometown where PenangBiz began.

About Balik Pulau

Balik Pulau is known for its kampung charm, scenic countryside, local food, and close-knit community. It’s a place many people love to visit for its slower pace of life, traditional flavors, and friendly locals.
This page brings together useful, practical information about what you can find around Balik Pulau — from what food is worth trying, where to enjoy durians, to everyday services locals rely on, such as plumbers, car repair workshops, and cleaning services.

Over the years, friends often ask questions like:

What food is nice in Balik Pulau?
Where can I eat good durians?
Is there a reliable plumber or car repair shop nearby?
Who can I call for cleaning or home services in Balik Pulau?

This page is created to answer those questions in one place.
Whether you’re a Balik Pulau local, someone visiting for food or a short getaway, or just curious about what the area has to offer, we hope this guide helps you discover Balik Pulau more easily and connect with the people and services around here.

Things to Do, Eat and See in Balik Pulau

🍜 What to Eat in Balik Pulau

From local kopitiams to well-known Balik Pulau favourites, these are places locals often visit.

Business name
Type (restaurant / stall / café)
Phone number or WhatsApp
Location (if available)
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🛍 Local Shops & Markets

Everyday shops and markets where locals buy groceries, essentials, and household items.

MGrocery shops
Wet markets
Small retail shops
Family-run businesses
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🛠 Services Around Balik Pulau

Practical services available around Balik Pulau for homes, vehicles, and daily needs.

Repair & handyman services
Cleaning services
IT or digital services (if any)
Home-based services
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📍 Useful Places

Common places people often need when living in or visiting Balik Pulau.

Clinics
Pharmacies
Banks / ATMs
Post office
Petrol stations
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Note: This page highlights local places and services for reference and discovery. Some businesses listed may not yet be Penangbiz partners, but are included to help visitors and locals find useful information about Balik Pulau.

Know a Local Business in Balik Pulau?

If you’re a business owner or know a local business that should be included here, feel free to contact us.
We’re gradually building this guide to better reflect the Balik Pulau community.

🚧 Page Update Notice
This Balik Pulau page is currently being built and expanded. We’re gradually adding more information. More content will be added from time to time as we gather and verify useful local information. Thank you for your patience, and feel free to check back again soon.