Travelers Choice 2020
Chef Johnson's ideas on the communal table mainly serving comfort food that is made to share with family and friends, which it genuinely highlights the Malaysian cultures and dining practices. We will be showcasing the concept of Malaysian grown produces and local distinctive flavour in the ala carte or tasting menu.
Communal Table by gen - Reservation Deposit on Ala Carte Menu (6 pax and above)
A deposit of RM 50 nett per person is required upon reservation of 6 pax and above for Ala Carte Menu. Deposit amount will be deducted from the total bill. Deposit will be refunded fully if cancellation were made more than 48 hours prior to your reservation. Deposit will be forfeited if cancellation were made within 48 hours prior to your reservation or no-show. Kindly be informed that the refund amount will be deducted 5% processing fees.
Communal Table by gen - Reservation Deposit on Chef Menu (6 pax and above)
A deposit of RM 50 nett per person is required upon reservation of 6 pax and above for Chef Menu. Deposit amount will be deducted from the total bill. Deposit will be refunded fully if cancellation were made more than 48 hours prior to your reservation. Deposit will be forfeited if cancellation were made within 48 hours prior to your reservation or no-show. Kindly be informed that the refund amount will be deducted 5% processing fees.
Communal Table by gen - Reservation Deposit on Chef Takeover Event (27 & 28 April 2024)
Chef Takeover Event is available on 27 & 28 April 2024 at 6:00PM & 8:30PM at RM 280++ per person. A deposit of RM 50 nett per person is required upon reservation. Deposit amount will be deducted from the total bill. Deposit will be refunded fully if cancellation were made more than 48 hours prior to your reservation. Deposit will be forfeited if cancellation were made within 48 hours prior to your reservation or no-show. Kindly be informed that the refund amount will be deducted 5% processing fees.
Guest Chef Takeover (Event):
- On 27th (Sat) & 28th (Sun) April dinner.
- 2 (Two) Slots are available, 6pm & 8:30pm.
- Only special menu will be serving on the day.
Dining Policy:
- Kindly note that all reservations are reserved for 2 hours. If you require a longer duration, please contact us directly.
Reservation Policy:
- A deposit of RM 50 nett per person is required upon reservation of 6 pax and above for Ala Carte Menu / Chef Menu. Deposit amount will be deducted from the total bill.
- Deposit will be refunded fully if cancellation were made more than 48 hours prior to your reservation. Deposit will be forfeited if cancellation were made within 48 hours prior to your reservation or no-show. Kindly be informed that the refund amount will be deducted 5% processing fees.
Menu:
Others:
- Reservation of 10 pax and above, kindly contact the outlet at +60125783323 or gen.penang@gmail.com
aussiedeville: Different
Fri, Mar 19, 2021 1:36 AM
This was again another visit prompted by Netflix. We saw an episode where this restaurant was featured. We would best describe it as ‘different’. Some of the dishes really stood out with excellence. Others not so much. We appreciate the fact that they are making an attempt on putting Malaysia flavours in a different light. Penang is a food haven for street food (hawker food), but if you are in the mood for something different while retaining the Malaysia taste, then this is it.
ECKLKualaLumpur: Less is More Part 461 - Lamentable Lack Lustre Limitations
Fri, Mar 5, 2021 5:06 PM
Last evening I decided to drop by one of my “favourite” George Town eateries - it’s been half a year since my last visit and I was curious to find out how they had fared during the lockdowns. For a Thursday evening, their dining counter was 50% occupied which I take as mildly worrisome. The makeup of the kitchen crew was visibly smaller with a few new faces. The compact menu had a few new items which I duly ordered. Known for its experimental and bold approach, I found the latest roll-out to be below average and rather disappointing. I had expected the ?????? ???? (a new dish) to be fragrant and light. Instead the texture was pasty and sticky with an overwhelming note of spiciness and not much else. The ????? ???? charred with lard showed promise but the supporting mix of greens, fungus and peanuts lacked cohesion and seemed to be thrown together without much thought. The ???? ??? served as part of the dressing to a very strange “wild” salad. But the winged bean was old and stringy, and bitter to taste. The other herbs didn’t really contribute much to the salad except lots of roughage. This also came with the same toss of peanuts which appears to be a running theme this evening. The final course of ??????? ????? ??? ???????? was alright if not for the fried banana flower which was acrid and fibrous. It essentially spoilt the delicate balance of flavour of the two main ingredients. Honestly the only thing that worked for me was the dessert of ?????? ???? which was a soft cake soaked with oolong tea syrup and served with a cream and poached pear. Finally we had something where all the different parts came together seamlessly and beautifully. I wonder if the young chefs have run out of new ideas or have their sense of experimentation gone askew? I hope they will reassess their original concept and strengthen their core before doing anything else.
leotam76: Another OUTSTANDING Meal!!!
Thu, Aug 20, 2020 3:19 AM
Thank you, Communal Table by GEN for another memorable meal of fresh and original combinations in a sleek space! First visit we enjoyed the tasting menu, this time we chose a la carte from the ever-evolving selection. The quality and flavours do not disappoint! The dessert (honey granita) was particularly noteworthy for its sophisticated simplicity. We look forward to our next visit to Penang so we can try your latest creations.
eddie c: Less is More Part 456 - Post Pandemic Persistent Passionate Perseverance Pays off
Thu, Aug 6, 2020 6:45 AM
Six months after my first two visits, I am deeply encouraged and delighted that gēn perseveres in this post-pandemic era on her unrelenting quest of unbridled inventiveness and passionate creativity. I find that I am the lone diner when I show up for my 7:30pm reservation one mid-week. There are new items on the menu so I am told. As such I order one from each of the four sections. The kitchen team mobilises like a well-oiled machine - outnumbering me 6:1 so my expectancy on details and delivery is heightened. I am not disappointed. Fried oyster omelette is a traditional classic in Penang. gēn spins their version into a refreshing and light wrap using indigenous betel leaf dressed with a very subtle banana mayo - quite delectable! The cold rice noodle with crab meat is yet another reinterpretation of the classic version. They play with an interesting yet successful ulam-like infusion in this twist. I really enjoyed the main course of perfectly crispy roast pork belly eaten with a variety of pickles, greens, aromatic herbs and an appetising chilli sauce. For dessert, they tickled my palate with a honey granita served atop a traditional taufufa (bean curd jelly) accompanied by pickled baby lychees. gēn’s consistent attention to details and contrasting flavours never fails to impress me. Their small subtle surprises may sometimes be a bit strange but I think they still work well. The serving staff is irreproachable as usual. The 4-course meal with sake came in reasonably under RM150. Cant wait for their menu change in mid-August.
DarenS84: Nice ambiance... trash food
Sat, Aug 1, 2020 4:25 AM
Nice ambiance.. great service... trash food. Poor delivery on a potentially good concept. Disappointing rendition of SE Asian staples like (soggy) pork belly and (bland) seafood.