Richard Rivalee Nyonya Cuisine Restaurant

Most of the food tastes average. I would personally recommend the lobak (it has a unique flavor compared to the usual one), cucuk udang, nasi ulam (a must-try), laksa steamed fish (I'm not entirely sure if this is the one), and white mutton curry. The service is good, and the environment is clean and pleasant. It’s a bit pricey, but still reasonable. As for parking, it can be difficult to find street parking, but there’s a WOW hotel parking lot at nearby.

Tried a Michelin-starred restaurant in Penang for the first time. The atmosphere was elegant and inviting—definitely a highlight of the experience. As for the food, opinions in our group of eight varied: some found the dishes rich in flavor and memorable, while others felt the taste was a bit too subtle for their liking. Personally, I found it enjoyable overall—perhaps not mind-blowing, but certainly a pleasant dining experience.

Nice Dinner in a Traditional House Had dinner here one evening with friends. The one good thing about the restaurant is it could easily accommodate a big group, but reservations are needed. The first thing that struck me was how beautifully curated the house is. Definitely done up so that one can also have a feast for both the tummy and the eyes. The food was good all round, with each member of the group liking the different dishes. There was no star dish that everyone liked though. Service was alright given the crowd. When you can get their attention they really try to help. Overall a cool place to dine in !

The nyonya cuisine here is decent, but nothing particularly stood out for me. The ambience and atmosphere do give it a more premium feel, which may be part of the overall experience.

For the first time, I am very disappointed with the food. Especially their Chicken Pongteh was extremely salty. Despite telling them that, they brought it back with the same saltiness just added with more sauce (or water). The Foo Yong Egg was oily and tasteless… what’s going on? Fish was good but the chili sauce lack sweetness. Drinks was great with the perfect amount of sweetness. Friendly staff! The last time I came in 2024, it was excellent… but now it’s just bad. Thank God they have a great staff apologizing to me and agreed to waived off the dish from the bill.

5/5 Stars: Authentic Nyonya Cuisine at its Finest - Richard Rivalee Nyonya Cuisine! I had the pleasure of dining at Richard Rivalee Nyonya Cuisine, and it was an unforgettable experience! The moment I stepped inside, I was struck by the beautiful Nyonya-inspired decor, which set the tone for a truly immersive culinary experience. But what truly stole the show was the food - every single dish we ordered was nothing short of amazing! The flavors, textures, and presentation all came together to create a truly unforgettable culinary journey. If you're a fan of authentic Nyonya cuisine, look no further than Richard Rivalee. The chef's attention to detail and commitment to using only the freshest ingredients shine through in every dish. Ambiance: 5/5 Food Quality: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Overall Experience: 5/5 Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience the best of Nyonya cuisine!

Found this place as I was looking for another Nyonya eatery. Didn’t know it has been a Michelin select since 2024. There are lots of food to choose from and we decided on something we haven’t try before. So we ordered the salted fish bone curry, sambal petai, kacang botol & lady’s finger with sambal and bubur cha cha. When the food came we realised most of them vegetables but they were all delicious! I love the salted fish bone curry. Later I found out from owner-chef Richard that for a group of 8 and above we can have a package meal in another of his places just opposite the restaurant for a great dinner. Now that makes me want to go back with my foodie friends.

Travel Cafe Eat Drink - Malaysia & Asia Over at Richard Rivalee Nyonya restaurant in MacAlister, Penang you get many great nyonya dishes which originated from past generations. The friendly owner, Richard who formerly was a tailor decided to uphold family traditional recipe passed down from his grandmother to set up this cozy restaurant. Bookings is greatly recommended as this restaurant can sometimes hard to get a table if you walked-in without a reservation. Tour groups can sometimes filled up the restaurant. Food is undoubtedly very good, that was one of the reason this restaurant gain a couple of Michelin awards.