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Gen is truly one of my favourite fine-dining spots in Penang. The setting is simple yet cosy, with clean lines and bright lighting, which I particularly appreciate because I like to see what I am eating! The space is intimate; in the three times we have visited, there have never been more than four tables, which means the service is always attentive and unhurried. Sherrie and her colleagues impressed me once again during our most recent visit. I had forgotten to mention earlier that we were celebrating a birthday; and that the birthday boy would be arriving in crown and cape! Despite the last-minute notice, she managed to arrange a cake and even played along with us, turning the evening into a wonderfully “royal” banquet. My husband and I have recommended Gen to friends and brought guests along because we genuinely enjoy the restaurant’s menu. We are also very impressed by this young, talented crew. When I noticed that there was a new menu this time, I was admittedly a little nervous, but my concerns proved completely unfounded. Kudos to the chefs, Anthony and Yau Chin, for their creative and thoughtful dishes. The presentation was not overly elaborate but beautifully pleasing, and most importantly, every course was delightful to the palate.

The FINEST DINING. Don't expect a RM498++ 11-courses set come with free drinks. Even a plain water will charge RM15 per pax. 11 courses. All are really very small portions. Cold coral grouper as starter. Beef noodles and soup were too salty. CurryThreadfin fish was the best. Only rice can be refillable but informed you when you've done everything. Desserts are very simple. Atmosphere is just normal. An open concept kitchen. Conclusion: Pay high-end to enjoy normal food.

Excellent! Highly recommended 🤌 We had the pleasure of enjoying gen’s 11 course tasting menu for lunch, and it was stunningly good. Moreover, because it was just after Lunar New Year ended and in the middle of Ramadan, we were the only diners, but gen still took our reservation and opened for us; the kitchen executed the menu perfectly and the service excelled. Some of the dishes presented really innovative ingredients, flavours and textures — there was no bad dish; ming prawns, mussels, chicken and the melo melo dishes all vied for my top spot. Gen is yet another adornment to Penang’s excellent dining culture. We will return!

One of the best experiences we’ve had in Penang. Exceptional food and staff members. Very attentive and professional. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would absolutely come back. Keep up the good work!