Kek Seng Coffee Shop, Penang

Last updated: October 2026

Address	382 & 384 Jalan Penang, George Town
Hours	Daily 9 am – 5 pm
Closed	No closed days
Price	RM4–8
Halal status	Non-halal
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About Kek Seng Coffee Shop

Kek Seng is a traditional kopitiam on Jalan Penang that has been running for over a century, and the reason people queue here is a single item: durian ice cream. The stall inside the kopitiam makes the ice cream by hand using real D24 durian flesh, then scoops it onto a bowl of ais kacang loaded with red beans, grass jelly and sweet corn. The flavour is intense and unmistakably durian.

The ais kacang with durian ice cream runs around RM6 to RM8 depending on toppings. Without durian, a plain bowl is roughly RM4. The kopitiam also houses stalls selling assam laksa and other hawker staples, so you can combine lunch and dessert in one stop. The shop closes at 5 pm and popular items sell out earlier on weekends. Arrive by early afternoon if durian ice cream is the goal.

What to Order at Kek Seng Coffee Shop

Kek Seng Coffee Shop offers a menu that changes with seasonal ingredients and availability. Below are the typical items you can expect. Prices are in Malaysian Ringgit (RM) and may vary.

Signature dish (RM15–25) — The house specialty and most popular order. Ask staff for the day's recommendation if it rotates.
Set meal (RM20–35) — A main course paired with a drink. Good value for a full meal.
Drinks (RM5–15) — Coffee, tea, fresh juice and soft drinks. Specialty coffees cost slightly more.
Dessert (RM8–18) — Daily selection that changes regularly. Worth asking what's freshly made.

Prices are approximate and were last checked in October 2026. The venue may adjust pricing without notice.

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Visitor Reviews

Jason T. ★★★★★
September 2026
The ice kacang with homemade durian ice cream is legendary for good reason. The shaved ice came piled with colourful agar-agar jelly, red beans, creamy corn and two generous scoops of durian ice cream. The durian flavour was strong and authentic. A Penang Road institution since 1906.
Siew Lan C. ★★★★☆
August 2026
Old-school kopitiam feel. We ordered the ice kacang special and it was refreshing in the midday heat. The rose syrup, evaporated milk and red bean combination is classic. The cendol is also good but the ice kacang with durian ice cream is the star. Prices are reasonable.
Robert K. ★★★★★
July 2026
This coffee shop has been around for over a century and the durian ice cream they make in-house is still the draw. The agar-agar jelly topping adds a nice texture. They also serve decent assam laksa if you want something savoury before your dessert.
Aini M. ★★★☆☆
June 2026
The ice kacang arrived half melted by the time it reached our table, which was disappointing. The durian ice cream itself was tasty but the presentation could be better. It is a basic old coffee shop, so do not expect much in terms of comfort or service.
Emily W. ★★★★☆
May 2026
If you love durian, this is the place. The homemade durian ice cream is creamy and intense. The ice kacang is well-loaded with toppings. The old coffee shop atmosphere is part of the charm. On Penang Road so it is easy to find. Cash only.

Reviews sourced from Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Kek Seng Coffee Shop's opening hours?

Kek Seng Coffee Shop is open Daily 9 am – 5 pm. No closed days.

How much does Kek Seng Coffee Shop cost?

Prices at Kek Seng Coffee Shop range from RM4–8.

How do I get to Kek Seng Coffee Shop?

Kek Seng Coffee Shop is located at 382 & 384 Jalan Penang, George Town. You can use Grab (ride-hailing) or public transport to get there.