Jia Siang Seafood Lunch

Today's lunch at Jia Siang Seafood at Pulau Betong. A famed fishing village at Southwest of Penang Island (approximately 15 km away from Balik Pulau market), Pulau Betong is home to many fishermen and is known to have some of the best sea produce in Penang.

Jia Siang Seafood is one of the more prominent seafood restaurants in the vicinity; having operated for years. But there is a catch here- you must either reach there early during the day (as soon as it opens) or you will have to buy the fresh sea produce behind the restaurant (for the Chefs to cook). The seafood supplies in the restaurant are rather limited and the demand is usually high, so if you wish to savor some of the best seafood, make your way there as early as possible.

Located at the end of the road, it is right next to the river mouth; not air-conditioned, the heat-intolerance might make this place a little uncomfortable to dine-in, especially with the sultry hot tropical weather.

Nice rustic setting. Not for the posh, the squeamish or the aircon loving brigade. Service was no-nonsense and the food arrived very quickly. Some fans were in place to combat the heat. Lovely experience.

Steamed Tau Teh - very fresh

Prawns in soya sauce - absolutely fresh

Kau yoke aka braised pork belly with yam

Sambal potato leaves

Brinjals in taucheong