Mangga at the Blue Mansion

Dining at The Mangga Restaurant in the Blue Mansion was a lovely experience that combines heritage and good food. The setting is beautiful and elegant, with the historic surroundings adding a special charm that makes the meal feel more memorable. The atmosphere is calm and refined, perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner. The dishes were well presented and flavorful, with a nice mix of local and international influences. Service was attentive and polite, making the whole dining experience comfortable. It’s a great place to enjoy a quality meal while also soaking in the unique ambiance of one of Penang’s most iconic heritage buildings.

This bistro cafe is situated next to blue mansion. Not the same building but they share the same court yard and fence. I came after dinner for drinks and music. Mostly oldies and attracts a certain crowd. Seating was comfortable surrounding the stage. Nice when the weather is good and would avoid if you are expecting rain. Not the cheapest but a hidden gen to chill and enjoy 80s atmoaphere.

A shining yet hidden gem in the compound of Cheong Fatt Tze mansion, this casual dining cafe serves up not only Malaysian and Western cuisines cooked to perfection and plated meticulously, they also bring genuine level of hospitality and dedication shown by all the staff members. There are options of indoor (air-conditioned) and outdoor seatings. The very name "Mangga" is inspired by the mango tree standing proud as the centrepiece of this establishment. Mangga means mango in Malay language. Some may say that the food and beverage prices are on rather higher end, but trust me, it's totally worth paying. You'd enter with a smile and leave with a broader one. Even the security guard on duty at the gate is very kind and helpful!

Nice outdoor seating area. Older waitress grumpy and not respectful to her customers. Portions are small for the higher prices paid. Fried chicken was bloody/undercooked.

Good music in the evenings, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The Wild Magnolias were playing soft and Jazz muisc on Friday. They made the popular songs their own. The 3 person band had very good voices. They have an extensive menu for desserts, appetizers, and main courses. The vegetarian options are limited, 2 appetizers and 1 main rice dish. The drinks were ok, I would not recommend the Cosmopolitan. The service is good and great atmosphere, can be romantic with all the lights.

I stopped by for a quick lunch after visiting Cheong Fatt Tze and ordered the spaghetti aglio olio. Honestly, one of the best I’ve ever had! It’s more of a fusion style with bold spices, which I really enjoyed. Because I couldn’t stop thinking about their pasta, I came back another day and tried the grilled chicken, which was quite disappointing. It was bland and didn’t meet my expectations at all. Thankfully, they had live jazz that day, and the music, paired with the breezy afternoon vibes, made the visit worthwhile. Would I return? Definitely, for the live jazz and that unforgettable aglio olio :) Will I try their other menus? Maybe not without recommendations!

What an absolutely fabulous place - Jazz with the blue mansion as a backdrop… This kind of epitomises a perfect chilled night out

I got a bowl of Acai and It was ridiculously a waste of money, they made me wait for 20 minutes for a bowl of oats, 2 strawberries and 4 blueberries. I won't recommend this for 28 RM plus 6%