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George Town

Auntie Gaik Lean's Old School Eatery

Restaurant · Peranakan

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One Michelin star Peranakan cooking in George Town worth building a night around.

Auntie Gaik Lean's Old School has charted Peranakan cuisine at the highest level, earning one Michelin star for cooking that honors George Town's layered heritage. This is the kind of place worth the detour—where recognition meets tradition in Malaysia's most storied culinary city.

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Charted by Michelin Guide· Last verified 2026-07-11