Chinese restaurants

Xin Chern Restaurant

4 348 reviews 04:30 PM - 10:00 PM Lebuh Pekaka 4, Taman Pekaka, 11700 Gelugor, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Taman Pekaka, Xin Chern Restaurant emerges as a must-visit destination for Chinese cuisine lovers. Touting a blend of economy rice and a la carte options, this gem is widely appreciated for its flavorful dishes and reasonable pricing. With signature items like the Claypot Pork Belly and Sweet & Sour Pork, patrons rave about the tender, savory flavors enriched by aromatic spices, making every bite a delight.

Customer feedback emphasizes the speedy service and generous variety available, reflecting a commitment to quality that stands out. Jeremiah Seelan notes the restaurant's cleanliness, while CP Goh highlights quick meal turnaround, perfect for family gatherings. The ambiance is relaxed, albeit parking can be a challenge during peak hours. The Fried Egg With Shrimps and delectable Kangkung With Garlic receive warm praises for their enticing combinations of textures and flavors.

Elevating your dining experience, Xin Chern is not just a place to eat but a culinary journey that beckons you to explore their diverse offerings. Whether you're dropping by for a quick bite or indulging in a family feast, this restaurant promises a satisfying and memorable meal.

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Toilet

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Casual

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Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Xin Chern Restaurant before visiting.

Reviews for Xin Chern Restaurant

348 reviews

Review highlights

Based on 348 reviews

Xin Chern Restaurant is well-regarded for its tasty and reasonably priced Chinese economy rice and a wide variety of dishes, appealing to both quick lunch crowds and more leisurely family dinners. Customers appreciate the speedy service and flavorful offerings, including some unique recommendations not listed on the menu. The restaurant’s cleanliness and well-ventilated environment contribute positively to the dining experience. However, parking availability during peak hours is a common challenge, and prices for regular à la carte orders tend to be higher. The venue tends to be crowded during lunch, making group visits popular for sampling multiple dishes. Overall, Xin Chern balances quality and efficiency, making it a favored choice in the Gelugor area.

Jeremiah Seelan

Oct 22, 2025

A good place to get Chinese economy rice for lunch. The food are quite tasty and not bad. The pricing is not that so expensive. The place is clean and well aired, not humid. Located just beside Subaidah. Parking might be difficult to get during certain hours.

Kim Khiang Toh

Oct 16, 2025

The food served quite fast, taste not bad, and not too costly. Alots variety of the food, one of the favourites place to have 煮炒。

Eric Foo

Aug 17, 2025

Stopped by Xin Chern for a quick dinner of dry friend Ee-Fu Mee with was tasty.

Pier Francis

Aug 16, 2025

A mixed place with economy food and regular ordering. Foods tasty. Price for regular ordering is on the higher side. Going in groups is the best way to taste many dishes. Place can get full during lunch hours. Hard to find free parking just around the restaurant. Very small wait for the food to arrive. The economy side has about 20 dishes to choose from.

CP Goh

Aug 15, 2025

It was one of my first choice restaurants for family dinner. Dishes were reasonable price and delicious. Food is served very quickly, and we have finished it within 30 minutes. Like the Thai style trotters, which are recommended by the restaurant (not on the menu).

Hui Ying Tan

Jul 09, 2025

Kudos to the fast service! Although it's relatively packed on a Monday, we got all our food in merely 10-15 minutes. The Ai Yu Jelly Drink is nice and refreshing, has a lot of jelly in it. The taste is also rather authentic. Food wise we ordered a seaweed soup, claypot tofu (砂煲豆腐), sweet and sour pork. For two of us, we order everything small and the portion is just nice. The taste of the dishes are all pretty good. Price is under RM45 (including rice and another drink) which is very reasonable.