With flashy and artistic cafés mushrooming around George Town, it feels incredibly refreshing to stumble upon a humble corner shop along Lebuh Carnarvon, quietly focusing on something as simple as freshly made you tiao. The old school street food vibe makes it a nice photo spot too.
You might easily overlook Cakoi 166 at first glance, but this understated spot is well worth seeking out. They start early at around 6 AM, serving hot, freshly fried batches to the morning crowd. By the time we arrived close to lunch, the trays were already nearly empty.
We were lucky to grab a few pieces of you tiao along with a butterfly bun, and it was absolutely worth it. The you tiao was beautifully crisp on the outside yet light and fluffy within, while the butterfly bun carried a fragrant sesame aroma that lingered pleasantly with every bite.
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