Foodie Hunt | Café Hopping 2

So today, I did another café hopping activity. We do this annually, usually towards year end just because there are way too many cafés blooming in Penang all the time around the year, and we just simply couldn't afford to go to cafés on a high frequency. But then exploring various themed-cafes is fun, so yeah.. here goes. We were supposed to do three cafés but then the odds were not in our favour, so we ended up going to only two of the highly recommended cafés - Tavern in the Park and Bricklin Bar Café. 

Tavern in the Park 

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125, Jalan Timah 

George Town, Malaysia.

Although Tavern in the Park is a relatively new café in the town, a lot of my friends had actually gone there and take superb photos. I can see why Tavern in the Park is the new talk of the town. It looks spacious and completely unconventional. Basking in the picturesque scenery within the Hin Bus Depot, the environment is definitely a plus for customers to dine in at Tavern in the Park. The building looks too surreal to be true - it looks like some really awesome places in artistes' music video. 

Crostini (RM18)

Their serving is Instagram-perfect indeed! For the Crostini, Strawberry and Blueberry, Peanut Nutella Banana and 3 - Mushrooms were our choice. Smoked Salmon was our initial choice but the colour of the trio was too yellowish and just looks too toned down. It was later replaced by the Straberry and Blueberry one and it was the best decision ever made. Hahaha.. The pop of colour brought the Crostini to life instantly. The taste of the crostini were just like breads, but a more sophisticated type. Judging by the look, they are probably healthy food as it has grains and sesame and some unidentified types of seeds.

Chicken Pesto Burger with Fries (RM17)

We were asked by their staffs several times for feedback and honest opinion about their food so that they could make improvement. I think their customer service was absolutely lovely as they tried to satisfy their customers in every way they could. In reply, we told them their food was just okay but then the environment was all warm and comfy, and the staffs were all but good vibes so, I don't think there was anything to complaint about really. 

Bricklin Bar Café

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31a Jalan Gurdwara,

George Town, Malaysia.

A few months ago, I was working on one of the articles I for the Stuff@School pullout when I came across Silly Epiphany's blog. I messaged her and politely asked if she could do me a favour by recommending one of the café in Penang that deserves a shout out. She was really helpful and attended to me not long after she received my email. Yeah, you got it right. She recommended Bricklin Bar Café. Not many had been talking about the Bricklin Bar Café but we don't always have to go with the trend right? 

Red Latte (RM10)

Miss Tham (owner of the blog Silly Epiphany) mentioned that the red latte is a must-try at Bricklin Bar Café as it is not found in other cafés. Of course, I wouldn't want to miss the chance to try something that exclusive. Unfortunately, I have to say that the Red Latte is not to my liking although Sze Chyi said it tasted just fine. Personally, I think it actually tasted like a strong, "kao kao eh" Teh Tarik.

Almond Salted Caramel Crepe (RM13)

I LOVVVEEEE this Almond Salted Caramel Crepe!! Being one with sweet tooth, I savour every bite of this crepe. Although the crepe was pretty soft, but then the heavenly taste of the caramel definitely surpassed its flaw. 

Both of the cafés are really close as the are within the same compound, which is the Hin Bus Depot. You can literally walk between both the cafés feeling like you teleported. Tavern in the Park is definitely a new thang in the town but Bricklin Bar Café is just as good if you want to have a chatty afternoon with your pals. You can pass through Bricklin Bar Café to Tavern in the Park but that would be like trespassing if you are not planning to having anything at Bricklin. There is a main entrance to the Hin Bus Depot where you can enter and go to Tavern in the Park. Along the way, you may also admire the beauty of the artsy works of various artists. 

Just enjoy the environment and food!

P.S: I don't have any idea why they have different addresses although I swear they are situated in the same compound. The addresses are obtained from the official Facebook page. Should you find any trouble locating the cafés, just search for Hin Bus Depot and it should guide you to the right place. Good luck!