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Hours
Sun
12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Mon
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Tue
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Thu
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Fri
12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Sat
12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Ratings and reviews
4.5
RATINGS
Food
Service
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Atmosphere
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PRICE RANGE
RM 30.00 – RM 91.00
CUISINES
Italian, European, Fusion
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
meals, features
Can a gluten free person get a good meal at this restaurant?
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About
Soul Cafe is one of Penang’s most popular and respected Italian cafe landmarks. Located along the heritage street, Jalan Kek Chuan. Soul Cafe offers a great selection of authentic Italian pasta and fusion menu, served with flair, care and attention. The slow bar offers a great selection of filter coffee and artisan tea; it is the perfect setting for social gatherings and events, or just perfect for you to spend your time alone here!
PRICE RANGE
RM 30.00 – RM 91.00
CUISINES
Italian, European, Fusion
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Mastercard, Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.5
148 reviews
Excellent
76
Very good
45
Average
19
Poor
4
Terrible
4
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ElinaAria_
Stuttgart24 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
Great café with very good selection of italian and Asian food. Only thing that bothered me a little, the smoothie was so freezing cold, that it actually hurt, so it took 45min until it was drinkable (and I like very cold stuff...) and each time it took very long to get the waiters attention. But over all the spaghetti were great and the dessert, too, so I’d definitely go there again!!
Written 28 January 2020
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minicholaw
Penang Island1 contribution
Apr 2024 • friends
Was actually here to have a normal dinner that use to be a cafe and did not expect it changes the concept and also renovated. It's now called Soul, Restaurant and Bar. Use to gather there and hangout for it's good and place since high school. Food had changes and taste way better. Thanks Christopher for letting us in to try out if not we won't know how it is despite the unexpected good change. Follow by Shapina, host and cashier who introduced the menu and what's new and what happen to the old Soul Cafe, really appreciated. Lastly not to forget, our chef who prepared our food, Chef Balbev who cooked for his guest and love seeing him cooked live by the station. Can't imagine how talented and calm and professionally he was while preparing his food. There's no rush in cooking and all came in time even though there's alot of guest. Cheers to you all👍👍👍
Written 29 April 2024
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Maps39642908111
1 contribution
Jun 2024 • family
There were 9 of us family & kins. We booked for dinner on Sat 8 Jun 24. Ms Yen was very courteous and prompt in taking our booking. We arrived at 6.00pm and was met by Ms Supina who quickly sat us down at a long table. She recommended us the seafood paela and pan-seered cod which we ordered.
The cafe manager, Mr Murali came and chatted with us. He revealed that he had worked several years at Spore's Raffles Hotel before returning to Penang.
Our dinner quickly arrived and we commenced our meals. The paela is excellent with the the crunchy scarrat !! The cod is fresh and succulent!
As all of us are teetotallers, we didn't order any wines which Soul Cafe does offer.
Overall, we had an enjoyable dinner in a very comfortable embience.
Thank you , Mr Murali, Ms Supina and Ms Yen.
(:
Written 15 June 2024
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icemanjoe
Greater Manchester105 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
Not too bad but of course not the best pasta i have had in my life... just a great place to catch up with friends. Service is great, Food average, dripping cold coffee was great, unique container for certain smoothies, limited dessert (only 3 from the menu) but taste alright.
Will I visit again, probably no due to over crowded environment (to small dining area) and extremely hard to find a parking space... just my personal opinion
Written 10 February 2020
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Robson Marçal
Kuala Lumpur164 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
Excellent 👍🏻
Located on a hidden street but worth the visit.
Very well served. Attentive staff and very good food. The dishes were all well served and tasty. Detail for dessert, delicious and very well executed.
It is worth it
Written 19 August 2023
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Dreamer58283865530
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • friends
nice pasta for that, and with the good service in this cafe. Is suitable with the price also, high quality of the fessy plain and design.
Written 9 July 2023
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pxpxx
Penang Island49 contributions
Sept 2020 • none
Very good food with good ambience, suitable for gathering. You may walk to upstairs for a dessert after your main. Will definitely visit again.
Written 2 September 2020
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Kaizasulza
Melbourne73 contributions
Nov 2019 • family
We were ignored by the staff as the head server was too busy gossiping to her customers, so we left after waiting too long. So we cannot rate either the food nor service LOL wouldn’t go back obviously
Written 9 November 2019
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Se_NanaLin
Penang Island19 contributions
Aug 2019 • friends
As an return guest , My bf and I Had dinner here and I love their pesto so much. The cafe located near new lane street. They played some jazz music which make it so great atmosphere here . Highly recommended for those who love pasta .It open from 11am to 1030 pm .
Written 6 August 2019
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yykcoolz
Penang Island34 contributions
Jul 2019 • friends
Cosy interior with nice decor.
Amazing pastas and Frappuccinos. Definitely worth a try!!!!
Parking is a little scarce though.
Written 25 July 2019
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Miku Weii
2 contributions
Jul 2019 • friends
Price is too high. The portion of food is small. The place is too small and dark. The taste of food is not bad but the portion is really too small....
Written 14 July 2019
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Pohpoh
1 contribution
Jun 2019 • friends
Nice food, environment and service are good too. Recommend to my father mother uncle auntie brother sister.
Written 6 June 2019
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Jin Hwei
Butterworth3 contributions
Apr 2019 • none
The coffee here is nice and creamy and smooth!!! Definitely a must try!! If you are a pasta fan like me, then you should totally try the pasta!! Delicious!!
Written 22 April 2019
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Agnes Miranda
Stockholm3 contributions
Apr 2019 • family
Thank you,the food which was 2 tasty meals of creamy pesto- and creamy seafood pasta we had. We enjoyed it! :)
Written 14 April 2019
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Kimmie
2 contributions
Feb 2019 • friends
Delicious food with efficient and super friendly staff. One of a must cafe in Penang. Very nice atmosphere!
Written 9 February 2019
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