There are several restaurants at the ground level of Summerton. Among them is I Eat Restaurant, which primarily serves Peranakan (Nyonya) cuisine. Its menu also includes Malay, Chinese and Indian dishes. The food here is pork-free.
One of the restaurant’s signature Nyonya dishes is Assam Tumis Fish Fillet (RM18.00). The curry’s main appeal is its appetizing sourness from tamarind. This dish is well prepared and is certainly recommended.
Another iconic Nyonya delicacy is Curry Kapitan (RM13.50). The curry is rich in coconut milk, while the chicken pieces are quite tender. The curry goes particularly well with rice.
Meanwhile, Madras Mutton (RM15.00) is reasonably tasty but I think the dish can use more spices. The dish comes with a bowl of rice.
Last but not least, Otak-Otak (RM7.00) is made from fish and is seasoned with several types of spices. The mixture is wrapped in banana leaf and then cooked in a steamer. Try this dish if you have an affinity for spicy food.
Overall, the food at I Eat Restaurant is good by any measure. I am curious about the non-Nyonya dishes on the menu.
Address: 110-01-21, Persiaran Bayan Indah, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang
Contact: 012-484-7196
Business hours: 11:30am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-10:30pm, closed on Mondays
