Chic cafe with boho vibes in George Town, Penang
When it comes to the food scene in Penang, hawker food is often in the limelight. But the modern cafes that have been cropping up in George Town deserve a mention too – from rustic and cosy to posh and classy cafes, Penangites have their equal share of street food and cafe culture.
A charming addition to the list of cafes to grab brunch at in George Town is Utoo Boho Cafe. This eclectic and whimsical cafe with boho-chic vibes offers diners a picnic-style dining experience with its floor seating area – there’s even a teepee tent for photo ops here.
A bamboo archway and picnic-style dining
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Utoo Boho Cafe truly embraces that ‘more is more’ boho style philosophy. At the entrance of the cafe is a teepee-shaped bamboo ‘tunnel’, dotted with fairy lights and crowned with an eye-catching dried flower arrangement.
The entrance is a popular spot to take photos
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Colourful rugs and plush cushions are scattered around part of the dining area, while silk canopies and rattan pendant lamps hang overhead.
All these elements create a welcoming ambience and an aesthetic indoor picnic setting for patrons.
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You’ll want to keep your phones charged while dropping by Utoo Boho Cafe, as every corner of the cafe is photo-worthy. There’s even a cosy teepee tent for photo ops after scrumptious brunch with desserts.
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Brunch meals and dainty desserts
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Stunning decor aside, the cafe’s menu has been attracting patrons. It comprises a wide array of brunch items, including various open-faced toasts and freshly baked croissants.
For starters, Norwegian Brunch (RM36) is a medley of toasted rye bread with savoury smoked salmon, avocado and feta cheese. If you can’t decide between sweet or savoury, go for the Hokkaido Scallop Seafood & Peach (RM33) – a hearty breakfast dish that combines fresh seafood and peach.
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Their savoury and sweet stuffed croissants are also worth checking out. The Smoked Salmon Croissant (RM18), Seafood Croissant (RM16) and Strawberry Meringue (RM14) are some crowd favourites here.
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Utoo Boho Cafe is also known for their dainty-looking French desserts, with IG-worthy presentations.
Some of their dessert highlights are Chocolate Royale (RM22) – a decadent Valrhona chocolate, feuilletine dessert – and Emerald Ganache (RM25), a heavenly combination of pistachio mousse, piquant raspberry filling, and white chocolate ganache.
Their Mont Blanc (RM24) is another must-try dessert. Instead of traditional chestnut puree, the cafe uses matcha ganache with red-bean filling and hazelnut financier as its base.
For beverages, there are coffee drinks such as Dalgona Pandan (RM16), and non-caffeinated ones that include Fragaria (RM21) – strawberry milk served in an aesthetic glass.
Utoo Boho Cafe in George Town, Penang
For a charming brunch date over pretty desserts and more in a boho-chic space, check out Utoo Boho Cafe in George Town. The cafe’s hanging tapestries and whimsical decor, along with its menu of toasts and cakes, is a treat for cafe-goers and foodies.
Address: 156, Lebuh Victoria, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Opening hours: 9AM-7PM, Daily
Telephone: 012-423 7147
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Cover image adapted from: @sallylim0920, @ooi_yr, and @samantha_kuan
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