Jia-Ju in Food On January 27, 2023, 6:00 pm

Spink In The Sky: Enjoy Steamboat In Bubble Domes With A Prime View Of Kek Lok Si In Penang

Spink In The Sky

Rain or shine, Chinese New Year or not, there is one thing that stays constant among Malaysians – our cravings for a warm, bubbling steamboat feast. The steamboat experience, with its spectacular spread of meats and vegetables ready to be dunked into a simmering broth, offers a sense of communion amongst family and loved ones.

For those in Penang who still haven’t sat down for a comforting steamboat fare this CNY, head to Spink In The Sky. Here, you can enjoy a nourishing feast on a rooftop with a majestic view of an illuminated Kek Lok Si temple – you’ll feel the festivities of CNY all around you, for sure.

Dine on a rooftop with an illuminating view

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Spink In The Sky is quite the food destination. Located on the rooftop of Deview Hotel Penang in Ayer Itam, the steamboat restaurant is truly as its name suggests – a dazzling rooftop dinner under the open skies.

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Up on the rooftop, it is a thriving garden-like space that is a mix of luxury and comfort. Stylish and airy, you’ll find a handful of massive bubble dome tents for those who prefer a more private setting without forgoing the insane scenic views below.

The domes are spacious enough for a party of 10, so gather your makan kakis and experience having a feast at an altitude.

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A highlight here is when darkness falls and patrons are treated with an unblocked view of Penang’s iconic Kek Lok Si temple, shining and glimmering against the night sky.

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Those who opt to dine indoors won’t have to miss out on the beautiful oasis either. Similar to the al-fresco terrace, the indoor dining area is sophisticated yet cosy, with blinds drawn up so that patrons within get to soak up the gorgeous scene outside too.

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Steamboat under the stars

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Here, you can dine like royalty with top-tier views and a luxurious, variety-filled spread. Start by selecting a soup base (RM45) from their 5 flavourful choices – there are Tomato Rib, Hong Kong Golden Fish Maw, Deep Sea Fish, Mala Pork Rib, and Thai Tom Yum.

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Fill your pots up with the slew of hearty ingredients, such as Cheese Tofu (RM5/plate), Mushroom Platter (RM12/plate), Pork Slices (RM8/plate), and fresh greens such as Yao Mak (RM8/plate).

The restaurant also offers selected ingredient sets that are presented in a unique way. There are the Money Tree which consists of broccoli stalks, fried wontons, and quail eggs speared onto a tree-like structure, and the Handmade Shrimp Slider that has the plump flesh of lobster fashioned into a dangling step sculpture.

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A robust steamboat is more than enough to make you feel stuffed – but also worth trying are their dim sum dishes, such as Abalone Crab Roe siu mai (RM8) and Fried Mantou (RM10). For a larger dish to share among your group, go for the Spink Chicken Curry noodles (RM12) or Claypot Chilli Fish Head (RM28).

To wash down all the food you consumed, the restaurant has a selection of tong sui for post-meal desserts, including Osmanthus Jelly (RM7.90) and a creamy Taro Paste (RM8.90).

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Spink In The Sky in Penang

Warm and comforting, slurpy and filling, a good steamboat is everything you need to complete a reunion dinner. At Spink In The Sky, you can enjoy a satisfying, hearty feast while being treated to a visual feast of enchanting lights that’ll make your dinner a whole lot memorable.

Do make sure to call to book a reservation at the restaurant before heading there, as the space may be booked for special occasions.

Address: 18, Jalan Pasar, Pekan Ayer Itam, 11500 Ayer Itam, Penang
Opening hours: 6pm-1am, Daily
Contact: 016-960 1427 | Spink In The Sky Facebook | Instagram