Located in the heart of Philly's itsy-bitsy Chinatown, Penang features a funky industrial interior and an extensive, meat-centered menu. Picky's Mee Siam (stir fried rice, vermicelli, tofu, shrimp and bean sprouts in spicy chilli Thai sauce) was absolutely delectable, but Messy's plain vegetables and rice left much to be desired. Make sure to come here with a wad of cash if you're planning on appetizers and drinks – they don't accept credit cards!

Unfortunately, they don't have the chunky hot peppers in hot oil sauce that many other eateries in the area carry, but if you ask for it, they'll bring out a little plate of hot sauce to further spicy up your plate.

Messy ***
Picky ***

The final word: Good for the meat eaters, with cash, no plastic here.

Penang Malaysian Cuisine
117 N. 10th St
Philadelphia, PA