The best take-away restaurants Malaysia

It's 5 a.m. and Mirir wakes up, but only on Thursdays and only at the end of the day. Much livelier than the city's other night markets and just recently renovated, this is a must-see spot. You'll find yourself strolling among the many tempting stalls in a festive atmosphere. Satay skewers, sushi, desserts (including apam balik), the choice is varied. Handicrafts and fresh produce are also on sale. For barbecue fans, don't miss the "smoke house", where you'll find several stalls selling grilled meat or fish.

At the end of the day, Lorong Baru is overrun with plastic tables and chairs, and of course a bevy of hawker stalls. Each one more appetizing than the next, you'll find just about anything in a lively atmosphere. Local specialties include popiah (a deep-fried, stuffed pancake, similar to Vietnamese egg rolls), char koay teow (flat noodles sautéed with egg and shrimp in soy sauce) and Penang's famous laksa (noodles served in a spicy fish sauce).