1st Avenue Food Hall at 1st Avenue Mall
Location: 4th Floor, 1st Avenue, 182, Jalan Magazine, 10300 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
1st Avenue Mall
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Overall Rating
Based on 74 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
Kenn Mullen
This does not mean all food here is bad. I’m leaving this review as a warning to only 1 shop in particular and i think it should be closed down ASAP. The char hor fan has rotten chicken bits in it. I almost threw up. They didnt even have …
Positive Reviews
Phoebe Dhi
The ambiance is modern and clean, with plenty of seating options to accommodate small or large groups. The layout is designed for easy navigation, so diners can explore the various food stalls without feeling crowded or rushed. One of the …
Hammerhead
Good for a food hall standard, well lit, nicely space out and comfortable. Not all the stall operating hence limited choice. It would be nice if they have all stalls fully operating.
Bakya nathen
A particular shop ruined my mood. While I enjoyed the overall atmosphere of the food court, my experience was let down by one particular stall — 'Western Cuisine' which unfortunately spoiled my mood. I visited this shop in the morning with …
Kevin Yeoh
I can see that they have refurbished this place and it is so much nicer now. And almost all the food stalls are open as well too which is great! More choices for customers! …
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1st Avenue Food Hall
Parkson 1st Avenue storefront
Nighttime exterior shot of a modern shopping mall facade with illuminated signage. The building features 'PARKSON 百盛' in white lettering above the '1st avenue' sign in bright green neon. A curved roofline has a glowing golden circular element against a deep blue sky. Vertical light strips emit rainbow colors along the facade.
Food Avenue Entrance
A brightly lit neon sign reading 'FOOD AVENUE' above a glass storefront with visible interior seating area. The entrance is framed by stanchions and the floor reflects overhead lighting. Interior features white tables and chairs under exposed ceiling fixtures.
1st Avenue Mall
Nighttime exterior shot of a modern shopping mall with illuminated signage reading 'PARKSON' and '1st avenue'. The building features a curved facade with colorful vertical lights and a prominent golden dome-like structure on top.
Food served on tray
A bowl of clams in broth garnished with cilantro sits on a brown tray alongside chopsticks, a small green sauce dish, and an empty white bowl with a spoon. The setting is a wooden table with a person's arm partially visible in the background.
Food Plate
A plate with white rice, fried chicken slices, and a bowl of curry sauce topped with sesame seeds on a wooden table.
Food Order at Restaurant
A tray with two bowls of food on a wooden table: one bowl contains fish balls in clear broth garnished with chopped green onions; the other holds noodles being lifted by chopsticks, appearing to be dark sauce dry pan noodles. A receipt is placed on the tray indicating 'Dark Sauce Dry Pan' and order number 6. The setting appears to be indoors with ambient lighting and partial view of a chair and red bag in background.
Bowl of Noodle Soup
A bowl of noodle soup with meat, greens, onions, and broth served in a blue and white patterned bowl on a wooden table. Green chopsticks and a white spoon rest on the bowl. In the background are other bowls and a small dish of condiments. The setting appears to be indoors with natural lighting.
Food stall interior
Interior view of a food stall with tiled walls, counter, staff, and promotional posters. A large menu board displays various nasi ayam dishes with prices in RM. Customers are present; one person is seen from behind wearing a headscarf. The background includes a display case with fried chicken and a chef preparing food.
Fried Fish and Chips Plate
A plate of fried fish fillet served with golden french fries, coleslaw on lettuce, and two small containers of dipping sauces — one creamy white sauce and one red ketchup-like sauce. A fork and knife are partially visible to the right. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment with wooden table surface.
Dzi Kingdom Storefront
Interior view of a retail store with black signage displaying 'Dzi Kingdom' and Chinese characters. The shop features glass display cases, a central counter, and promotional banners including one celebrating 20 years. A poster on an easel advertises a sale. No menu is visible.
Food Plate
A plate of food on a wooden table with rice, scrambled eggs, and sesame-coated chicken pieces. A fork shadow is cast on the table surface. A spoon is partially visible in the upper right corner.
Noodle Bowl with Egg and Vegetables
A close-up shot of a bowl containing noodles, topped with a fried egg, green vegetables, and enoki mushrooms. The bowl is white ceramic, placed on a plain background.
Noodles with Egg
A bowl of dark brown noodles topped with a fried egg, sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and dark garnishes, presented on a red background with a dried chili pepper nearby.
Food Presentation
A bowl of noodles with a soft-boiled egg topped with green onions sits next to a plate of dumplings. A small bowl of dipping sauce and dried red chilies are placed nearby on a light-colored surface. Chopsticks and a spoon are partially visible.
Food stall interior
Interior view of a food court with two stalls. One stall has signage 'WANTAN MEE | SOUP | ODEN' and displays a large orange menu board listing various dishes like 'Wantan Mee Originally - DRY', 'Chilli Beef Noodles - DRY', etc., along with prices in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). The other stall to the left is labeled 'JAPANESE FOOD'. Both have tiled counters, decorative lighting, and promotional posters on walls.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of a plate with three distinct food components: crispy glazed meat on the left, a mound of rice topped with shredded vegetables in the center, and a yellow omelette on the right. The dish is served on a speckled white plate placed on a wooden table. A person wearing brown clothing is partially visible in the background.
Noodle Soup with Wontons
A bowl of noodle soup topped with chopped green onions and dark leafy garnish, served in a white ceramic bowl.
Food Avenue Entrance
Interior view of a food court entrance with 'FOOD AVENUE' sign illuminated above the entrance. The space features white tiled floors, multiple dining tables with white chairs, and exposed ceiling lighting. A promotional poster on an easel stands near the doorway, advertising a QR code-based offer. No menu boards or printed menus are visible.
Food Plate
A plate of Japanese-style meal featuring a bowl of curry soup topped with sesame seeds, slices of crispy fried chicken, and an omelet over rice garnished with green onions. The dish is served on a white speckled plate on a dark textured mat, with a blurred background showing part of another plate and wooden table surface.
Restaurant Interior
Interior dining area with wooden tables, white perforated chairs, hanging lights, and a large air cooler on the left. Customers are seated at tables eating meals. Background shows food stalls with signage like 'SET NASI MELATU' and 'BANANA SODA BAHAN PIRANG'. A stroller is parked near a table.
Bowl of Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl containing broth with slices of meat, sliced onions, and fresh green herbs like mint and basil. A white spoon rests in the bowl. The setting appears to be indoors on a table with a plastic lid and green utensil handle partially visible.
Food Plate
A white bowl containing a mound of white rice on one side and a stir-fried dish with tofu cubes, shrimp, green onions, and red chili flakes on the other side. The dish is coated in a brown sauce.
Food on Table
A bowl of soup with greens, egg, and meat in a light broth sits on a wooden table. A water bottle, pink face mask, and black tray are nearby. The setting appears to be indoors at a dining area.
Zinifika Cafe Interior
Interior view of a beverage and dessert stall with a counter, display case, and promotional signage. A large sign reads 'DRINK & DESSERT' above the counter. To the right is a menu board showing various drink options with images. Behind the counter are fruit dispensers and a refrigerated display unit. A person is partially visible on the left.
Udon Noodle Bowl
A close-up shot of a bowl containing udon noodles in a reddish-brown broth, topped with lettuce leaves and various vegetables. A white spoon rests inside the bowl. The bowl has speckled texture and sits on a patterned tablecloth.
Fried Rice Dish
A close-up shot of a plate containing fried rice with shrimp, scrambled eggs, corn kernels, chopped green onions, and small red pieces likely dried chili or preserved vegetables. The dish is served on a speckled off-white ceramic plate. No shop signage, storefront, or printed materials are visible.
Food court interior with Malay and Western cuisine stalls
Interior view of a food court featuring multiple stalls with signage for 'Western Cuisine' and 'Set Nasi Melayu'. A customer in an orange shirt stands at the counter, while a staff member in a headscarf works behind the counter. The counters have decorative tiled bases and illuminated menu boards above. Kitchen equipment is visible in the background.
Food Plate
A white plate with assorted food items including shredded chicken, fried potatoes, a small salad of lettuce and tomatoes, dollops of yogurt and orange sauce, and a side bowl of brown soup. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area on a white table.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of a partially eaten meal on a speckled white plate. The dish includes a golden-brown fried fish fillet, french fries mixed with shredded lettuce and creamy coleslaw, and a small plastic cup containing a red-orange sauce with swirls. A fork rests on the left side of the plate. The background shows a wooden table surface and part of a clear plastic container in the upper right corner.
1st Avenue Food Hall entrance
Interior view of a food hall with patrons dining at white chairs and tables under exposed ceiling beams. A large circular blue logo on a wooden panel reads '1st avenue Food Hall' surrounded by cooking utensils. The space is brightly lit, with hanging lights and greenery accents. Several people are walking or seated. No menu boards or printed materials clearly visible.
Shrimp Noodle Bowl
A bowl of noodles topped with large cooked shrimp, sliced tomatoes, green vegetables, and small white dumplings or clams, served in a light-colored ceramic bowl on a plain background.
Fish and Chips Plate
A plate of fried fish with golden-brown batter, served with french fries, a side salad, lemon wedge, ketchup, and tartar sauce in small containers. The dish is presented on a speckled white plate on a wooden table.
Interior of shopping mall on 2nd floor
Multiple clothing racks with garments displayed in foreground. Above, a large banner reads 'BEST' with website www.bestdenki.com.my and '2nd FLOOR'. Visible store signs include 'BEVERLY HILLS POLO CLUB', 'Levi's', and 'VSOUTLET.CO'. People are seen walking or standing near upper level signage. The environment is brightly lit with artificial lighting and glass railings.
Restaurant Interior Display
Interior view of a food stall with large framed promotional posters showing dishes on wooden backgrounds. Above the display is a sign reading 'PASEMBOR' with 'KADIR PASEMBOR' beneath it. To the right is a glass display case filled with fried snacks. Below are printed menus listing various rice and noodle dishes with prices in Malaysian Ringgit (RM). The floor has blue and white patterned tiles.
Bowl of Noodle Dish
A close-up shot of a bowl containing rice noodles, sliced meat, vegetables including carrots and green onions, served in a white ceramic bowl.
Chicken and Rice Bowl
A bowl of stir-fried chicken with green onions served over a mound of white rice topped with black sesame seeds. A wooden-handled spoon rests in the bowl. The setting appears to be an indoor table surface.
Noodle Bowl with Topping
A close-up shot of a bowl containing noodles topped with a soft-boiled egg, crispy fried fish flakes, chopped green onions, and a dark sauce. In the background, there is a small bowl of clear broth garnished with herbs. The setting appears to be indoors on a wooden table with a tray underneath.
Food served on tray
A meal consisting of a chicken leg, yellow rice, salad with dressing, and a bowl of soup is presented on a brown tray. A person wearing an orange shirt sits in the background holding a phone. The setting appears to be indoors at a dining area with a white chair partially visible.
Food Plate
A plate of food on a wooden table, featuring a breaded cutlet in orange sauce with sesame seeds, white rice with brown drizzle, and coleslaw with carrots and cabbage.
Food Service Interior
A plate of fried chicken cutlets served with rice and a side bowl of curry sauce garnished with green onions. The setting is an indoor dining area with wooden tables and white plastic chairs in the background. A partial view of another dish is visible to the right.
Interior of a bustling food court
A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables, white perforated chairs, and a central tree adorned with string lights. People are seated eating or working on laptops. The ceiling has exposed pipes and hanging woven lanterns. Background shows various food stalls with signage. Ambience is casual and lively.
Food Avenue Interior
Interior view of a food court with bright lighting and tiled floors. A person wearing a mask walks through the space. The 'FOOD AVENUE' sign is illuminated above the entrance. Several tables and chairs are scattered throughout, some occupied by patrons. Promotional wall art depicting food dishes is visible on the left. A glass railing and escalator handrail appear in the foreground.
Little Siam Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a restaurant with a wall-mounted menu board featuring Thai dishes. Above the menu are framed pictures: one showing a mango rice dish on a wooden background, another displaying the 'Little Siam' logo with cutlery illustrations. A red tassel lantern hangs beside the counter. The counter displays fresh fruit and condiments. Below is a tiled floor with geometric patterns.
Food Avenue Entrance
Interior view of a food court entrance with a black and white checkered sign reading 'Food avenue' above the archway. The area features mosaic-tiled pillars, a potted tree, and a promotional display board showing images of various foods. A person is seated at a table in the background.
Multi-level shopping mall interior
Wide-angle view of a modern multi-story shopping mall with curved walkways, glass railings, and illuminated signage. Visible stores include 'London' and 'Jaemir'. People are seen walking or standing on different levels. The ceiling features blue lighting and metal trusses. No shop front or menu is clearly identifiable.
Green Tomyam Food Stall
Interior food stall with a counter featuring decorative tiles and wooden panels. Above the counter are framed promotional images of dishes. A staff member is visible behind the counter. The signage reads 'GREEN TOMYAM' and 'THONGLO x THARA'. A menu board displays items like 'Seafood Green Tomyam', 'Yen Tau Foo', and 'Butter Chicken Rice Set'.
Western Cuisine Food Stall Interior
Interior view of a food stall with Western cuisine signage above the counter. The counter has patterned tiles and wooden panels. Behind it is an open kitchen area with appliances and a white wall with Arabic script. A large menu board displays various dishes including burgers, pasta, and chicken options.
Food served at a restaurant
A tray with three dishes: a clay pot containing curry-like stew with chunks of food, a plate with rice topped by an egg and garnish, and a large iron skillet filled with dark sauce noodles mixed with vegetables and meat pieces. A person's arm is partially visible in the background.
Tomato and Egg with Rice
A white bowl containing a serving of white rice topped with black sesame seeds, alongside a portion of tomato and egg stir-fry with beef pieces, garnished with chopped green onions.
Food Court Interior
Busy indoor food court with multiple dining tables and chairs, patrons eating or using phones, hanging lights, and greenery on ceiling beams.
Indoor dining area with patrons and greenery
A well-lit indoor food court or restaurant interior featuring wooden tables, white patterned chairs, and large leafy plants in the foreground. Several diners are seated at tables, some engaged in conversation. A central tree with hanging lights is visible. Background shows multiple food stalls with signage indicating 'Western Cuisine' and 'Set Masa Melafu'. A red fire extinguisher cabinet is mounted on a pillar.
Food on Plate
A close-up shot of a dish served on a white plate, featuring tofu cubes, shredded vegetables, and a reddish-orange sauce. The dish is placed on a light wooden table surface. No signage or storefront elements are visible.
Interior of a food court
Wide shot of an indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs. The space is brightly lit with hanging lantern-style lights and decorative plants. Several patrons are seated or walking around. Background shows various food stalls with signage, but no clear shop front or exterior view.
Restaurant Interior with Menu Boards
Interior view of a food stall with illuminated signage reading 'SET NASI MELAYU'. Multiple menu boards display dishes and prices. Decor includes patterned tiles and wooden accents. Promotional images of meals are mounted above the counter.
Food stall interior
Interior view of a food stall with wooden paneling and tiled accents. Signage reads 'SET NASI MELAYU' above the counter. Large printed menus are mounted on walls showing Western cuisine and Malay set meals with images of dishes. The floor is tiled, and lighting fixtures are overhead.
Fried Rice Dish
A mound of fried rice topped with chopped green onions and egg pieces, served on a light-colored plate.
Crispy Pork Curry Noodle Bowl
A top-down view of a bowl containing curry noodles topped with sliced crispy pork, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions, served in a light-colored ceramic bowl on a wooden surface.
Char Koay Teow & Char Hor Fun stall interior
Interior view of a food stall with a counter featuring patterned tiles and wood paneling. Above the counter, illuminated signage displays "CHAR KOAY TEOW & CHAR HOR FUN (MUSLIM FOOD)". Behind the counter, a menu board lists dishes and add-ons with prices in RM. The area includes kitchen equipment and a visible ventilation hood.
Food Hall Interior
Wide-angle view of a spacious food court with white tiled floors, multiple dining tables and chairs, exposed ceiling infrastructure, hanging lights, and decorative elements like hanging plants. A wooden panelled entrance features a circular blue sign reading 'Ravenus Food Hall'. Several patrons are seated or walking around. A red promotional poster on an easel is visible to the left.
Restaurant interior with menu board and display case
Interior view of a food stall featuring a large menu board displaying various noodle and rice dishes with prices in Malaysian Ringgit (RM). Above the menu are framed photos of plated meals. To the right is a glass display case holding baked goods. The wall below features decorative tiles with geometric patterns and concrete blocks. A sign reads 'KADIR PASEMBOR' above the counter.
Soup in bowl with spoon
A close-up shot of a white speckled bowl containing creamy soup with green herbs, a spoon lifting some soup, on a wooden table with blurred background objects including cups and bottles.
Food on wooden table
A black bowl of soup with vegetables and herbs, a white plate with rice, and a small green sauce cup on a light wood surface.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of a plate with rice, scrambled eggs, and crispy fried meat garnished with green onions, served on a speckled white plate atop a wooden table.
Food stall interior
Interior view of a food court with a char kway teow & char hor fun stall. The counter has a tiled backsplash and wooden paneling. A red lantern hangs from the ceiling. Staff are visible behind the counter. Empty tables and chairs in foreground.
Char Koay Teow & Char Hor Fun Food Stall Interior
Interior view of a food stall with signage displaying 'CHAR KOAY TEOW & CHAR HOR FUN (MUSLIM FOOD)'. A staff member is present near the counter, and promotional posters featuring dishes are mounted above. A menu board on the right lists prices in Malaysian Ringgit. The kitchen area includes stainless steel appliances and a ventilation hood.