Ipoh nightlife is starting to pick up the pace in recent years:
True, it still isn’t as happening as in Penang or Kuala Lumpur but here are some chill things to do when the sun goes down nonetheless!
Bet you’re surprised there’s a need for a table of contents here for what to do in Ipoh at night!
- Coffee & Tea
- Dessert Houses & Ipoh Cafes
- Fancy Restaurants
- Hawker Joints
- Night Market
- Pubs
- Cocktail Bars
- Dance Clubs
- Family-friendly Activities
- Sunway Lost World of Tambun
- Massage
- Shopping & Karaoke
- Bowling or The Movies
13 Things To Do In Ipoh At Night
1. Coffee & Tea
You don’t necessarily need alcohol to end the night!
If you know where to look, you can still get some amazing beverages and a chill place to hang out with friends:
1.1. Starbucks
There are 7 branches of Starbucks in Ipoh but the one the locals prefer for the environment is the Tambun branch:
Starbucks in Tambun Ipoh – photo credits to dtjelapangsquare (Instagram)
Lots of space and seating areas to comfortably chat away and catch up with friends over an indulgent beverage.
Address of the Tambun branch: Sunway City Ipoh, 31150, Ipoh, Perak.
Operating hours: 8am to 1:30am
Read more: Ipoh Itinerary – Day Trip, 2D1N or 3D2N
1.2. Ipoh White Coffee
Haven’t had a chance to try a cup of Ipoh white coffee yet?
It’s possible to find a couple of places that serve Ipoh white coffee at night.
Enjoy a cup of Ipoh white coffee at a kopitiam – photo credits to iamfrankytan(Instagram)
1.3. Bubble Tea
I like bubble tea as much as the next person but the effects on the environment and amount of sugar is crazy!
Tip: Try to see if they will accept filling up your tumbler instead of the plastic cup with the cover and plastic straw!
But bubble tea has without a doubt, taken over Ipoh too with the most popular spots being:
1.3.1. 18CTEA
18CTEA at Ipoh – photo credits to sarah_goh94 (Instagram)
Address: No 38,Jalan Yang Kalsom, 30250 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 10:30am to 1am
1.3.2. Tea Bubble Ipoh 茶丸家
茶丸家 Tea Bubble Ipoh – photo credits to nicoleec____ (Instagram)
Address: Block D, G-3, Ipoh Soho, 2, Jalan Sultan Idris Shah, 30000 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 12pm to 1am (Except on Sundays when it closes at 12am)
Note: Both of these close at 1am.
Read also: Concubine Lane Ipoh: A Must Visit Street In Ipoh
2. Dessert Houses & Ipoh Cafe Options That Open at Night
Sometimes, you have to succumb to your inner sweet tooth!
Try these out:
2.1. Vintage Cafe & Guesthouse
Vintage Cafe – photo credits to sososoya (Instagram)
Waffles with ice-cream? Otherwise, they have other options on their dessert menu.
Waffles with ice cream at Vintage Cafe Ipoh – photo credits to z4lllll(Instagram)
You can order a sweet beer here too!
Instagram setting? You bet!
Vintage Cafe Ipoh wall decor – photo credits to iamhooiyee (Instagram)
Address: 21, Jalan Market, 30000 Ipoh, Negeri Perak
Operating hours: 11am to 10pm (Monday closed)
2.2. New Yorker Cafe
A halal cafe with good cakes.
Excellent WiFi in this photogenic cafe!
New Yorker Cafe – photo credits to muhaini_prawira(Instagram)
Decor in New Yorker Cafe – photo credits to lee_winyee (Instagram)
Address: Pusat Perniagaan Pengkalan Putra, Jalan Pasir Puteh, 31650 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 7am to 11pm (Monday closed)
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2.3. Vanilla Mille Crepe Ipoh
A bit of a French theme going on here with the black and white tiles and prominent Eiffel tower centerpiece:
The interior of Vanilla Mille Crepe Ipoh – photo credits to alexchong27 (Instagram)
Come here for their yummy layer crepe cakes in a quiet environment!
Layer cakes at Vanilla Mille Crepe Ipoh – photo credits vikysoo (Instagram)
Layer cakes in various flavors!
Vanilla Mille Crepe Ipoh cake display – photo credits to pohyeew (Instagram)
Address: D-G-17, SOHO Ipoh, Jalan Sultan Iskandar, 31650 Ipoh, Negeri Perak
Operating hours: 11am to 12am
Read more: 15 Best Breakfast In Ipoh: Recommended By A Local!
2.4. Doi Chaang Coffee By Morning Jolt
Doi Chaang Coffee by Morning Jolt – Ipoh – photo credits to _ken_v_rene_(Instagram)
You can get some online work done here in this cozy cafe with their fast Internet while you sample one of their delightful cakes!
Cosy corner at Doi Chaang Coffee by Morning Jolt – Ipoh – photo credits to joewoon_hp (Instagram)
Iced coffee at Doi Chaang Coffee by Morning Jolt – Ipoh – photo credits to iamkayykayy (Instagram)
Address: 28, Jalan Medan Ipoh 9, Bandar Baru Medan Ipoh, 31400 Ipoh, Negeri Perak
Operating hours:
Sunday – Friday: 12pm to 11pm
Saturday: 12pm to 12am
2.5. STG Ipoh Oldtown
Interior of STG (Ipoh Old Town branch) – photo credits to ttres8311 (Instagram)
Beautiful Western-style cafe in town that has a good lava chocolate cake and unique tea!
Chocolate lava cate at STG Ipoh Oldtown – photo credits to jeohui (Instagram)
Address: 18 & 20, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, 30000 Ipoh, Negeri Perak
Operating hours:
Monday – Saturday: 12pm to 11pm
Sunday: 11am to 11pm
2.6. Plan B (Ipoh)
You may have already stopped by here during the day but:
The cafe looks just as gorgeous at night and serves good coffee and carrot cake!
Chocolate walnut brownie at Plan B Ipoh – photo credits to zychee (Instagram)
Note: Alcoholic drinks are available at their bar outside.
Address: No. 75, Jalan Panglima, 30000 Ipoh, Negeri Perak
Operating hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 10am to 11pm
Friday & Saturday: 10am to 12am
Read also: 17 Best Cozy Cafes In Ipoh – By Location! (Includes New Cafes)
3. Fancy Restaurants
Ipoh has a handful of fancy restaurants that are suitable for a special occasion:
3.1. Moss [email protected] Besar
They open every day serving authentic and yummy Malay dishes (halal).
MOSS Eatery shop lot front from their Facebook page
Good ambiance here and on Friday and Saturday nights, there are live band performances!
Address: No.11 & 13 Jalan Besar Tambun, 31400 Ipoh, Perak
Opening hours: 11am to 11pm
3.2. The Deck Gastrobar at Weil Hotel
Needless to say, the best part about this restaurant/ bar is the view of Ipoh city skyline against the silhouette of the surrounding limestone hills!
Night view of Ipoh skyline from The Deck Gastrobar atop Weil Hotel in Ipoh – photo credits to iamhooiyee (Instagram)
Western food is served here and drinks are quite affordable.
The Deck Gastrobar at Weil Hotel in Ipoh – photo credits to fcl_fdm (Instagram)
Sit by the pool and enjoy your drink!
The Deck Gastrobar on the rooftop of Weil Hotel – photo credits to vampcher (Instagram)
Address: 292, Jalan Sultan Idris Shah, 30000 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 5pm to 1am except on Friday to Sunday when it closes at 2am instead
3.3. Red Inn HotPot Ipoh
A hidden entrance belies a warm environment within:
Hidden entrance to Red Inn HotPot – photo credits to cherylzcheng (Instagram)
Steamboat set ups at Red Inn HotPot Restaurant – photo credits to cherylzcheng (Instagram)
Not your ordinary steamboat restaurant, Red Inn HotPot Ipoh serves a variety of different tasty steamboat soup bases (try the clam one!) in a beautiful environment!
Ambiance inside Red Inn Hot Pot Restaurant – photo credits to cherylzcheng (Instagram)
You can book their KTV VIP room and check out their hidden bar too!
Steamboat by Red Inn HotPot Restaurant – photo credits to cherylzcheng (Instagram)
Notes:
- It’s certainly quite pricey for steamboat!
- They attribute the prices to that fact that they don’t stinge on the quality of their food.
- You do get a considerable discount on selected drinks if you eat here though!
Address: 124, Jalan Sultan Yusof, 30000 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 5pm to 2am
Contact: +6012-313 0124
3.4. Opëam
Want to know where you can get an Alaska bombe dessert in Ipoh?
Opëam cafe in Ipoh – photo credits to deewen_kor(Instagram)
Opëam is frequently praised for its ambiance, good selection of wine and “skinny pizzas”!
Opëam Restaurant and bar in Ipoh – photo credits to jianherng (Instagram)
Service is attentive too! If you want to impress a special someone, this is the place!
Address: 28, Lebuh Hock Lee, Taman Ipoh Selatan, 31400 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 4pm to 12am (Closed on Wednesdays)
Contact: +605-541 2421
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3.5. [email protected]
Excellent wood-fire oven pizzas here in a classy, quiet environment with great service!
[email protected] Exterior at night
Other western dishes like the spring chicken is delicious too! They have wine, beer and cocktails too!
Pricey but worth it for quality western food in Ipoh!
Address: 7, Jalan Wan Mohd Salleh, 30350 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 12pm to 11pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: +605-243 6505
4. Hawker Joints
These are 3 of the undisputed popular hawker centers:
4.1. Aneka Selera Restaurant Kam Wan
Hunger pangs after dinner time? No worries, you can still find something to eat here!
Typical dishes you can get at Restoran Kam Wan Ipoh – photo credits to j2tan0318 (Instagram)
You can get chee cheong fun, claypot chicken rice, ABC ice kacang, satay and much more!
Address: 87 Lengkok Canning, Taman Canning, 31400 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 5:30pm to 11:30pm
4.2. Stadium Hawker Center
Different food stalls operating during the day and night here! Famous of wan ton mee and char kuey teow at night.
Ipoh Stadium Food Centre- photo credits to andy_lim_86 (Instagram)
If you happen to be here around Ramadhan, get ready for the Bazar Ramadhan Stadium Indera Mulia!
Address: Jalan Kompleks Sukan, Kompleks Sukan Ipoh, 31400 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 6pm – midnight
4.3. Tong Sui Kai 糖水街
Tong Sui Kai in Ipoh – photo credits to fi0nalim (Instagram)
Tong Sui Kai in Ipoh – photo credits to san__jie (Instagram)
Ipoh’s famous dessert street also offers some authentic Malaysian snacks and noodles!
Mixed Fruit ABC with Ice Cream at Tong Sui Kai – photo credits to boonteonggg (Instagram)
Note: If you are particular about hygiene, the roadside location of this hawker area might bother you.
Address: Jalan Sultan Ekram, Taman Jubilee, 30300 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 6pm to 2am
Read also: 21 Must Try Best Ipoh Food (With Alternative Locations!)
5. Gerbang Malam – Ipoh Night Market
As evening draws, the road is closed off to cars to enable vendors to set up their stalls for the night market!
Gerbang Malam Night Market in Ipoh, Perak – photo credits to izzuya (Instagram)
And while there’s nothing in particular that is absolutely worth buying there:
It makes for a nice and interesting stroll at night. Look out for some local snacks while you are there!
Gerbang Malam Night Market in Ipoh, Perak – photo credits to mafahomestay_ipoh (Instagram)
Address: Jalan Dato Tahwil Azar, Taman Jubilee, 30300 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 8pm to 2am
6. Pubs
There are literally so many to choose from, it’ll make your head spin before you even touch the liquor!
And we’ll probably have to make a dedicated post for this topic alone but here are 5 that stand out from the rest:
6.1. Sinhalese Bar
For a bar, it closes pretty early but the vintage trappings and pink walls lend to a very delightful ambiance that is something unique!
The entrance of Sinhalese Bar in Ipoh – photo credits to thataprilpang (Instagram)
Sinhalese Bar in Ipoh – photo credits to png.sp (Instagram)
Have a coffee or beer!
Beer at Sinhalese bar – photo credits to wongww (Instagram)
No loud blaring music over here!
Address: No.2, Jalan Bijeh Timah, 30000 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 12pm to 9.30pm
6.2. Fei Bo Snow Beer
You’ll get a good sense of authentic local atmosphere here from the open-air seating arrangement right on the road – typical Malaysian hawker style!
They have Chinese food of large portions at reasonable prices!
Fei Bo Snow Beer Ipoh Garden East 肥波雪花啤东区 – photo credits to sososoya (Instagram)
Top it off with a frosted glass of smooth beer (a.k.a snow beer)!
Snow Beer at Ipoh
Address: 8, Jalan Medan Ipoh 3, Taman Ipoh Timur, 31400 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 5:45pm to 1:15am
Ipoh has three very renowned Western style bars – all are very lively places on a Friday or Saturday night!
6.3. Bricks & Barrels | Gastrobar & BeerGarden
A gastrobar on a famous street (Millionaires Street) of Ipoh, Bricks & Barrels is one of the busiest pubs at night!
Happy folks at Bricks & Barrels (photo credits to Bricks & Barrels)
Open till late, you can have a delicious western-style meal for dinner here – maybe at their cozy outdoor seating:
Outdoor seating area at Bricks & Barrels (photo credits to Bricks & Barrels)
Then stay for their wide selection of liquor – beer and whiskeys from around the world!
Customers in front of the bar at Bricks & Barrels (photo credits to Bricks & Barrels)
And every night from Monday till Saturday, there is a live band playing!
Bricks & Barrels Gastrobar in Ipoh – photo credits to renaldisfyn (Instagram)
Address: 28-30, Jalan Lau Ek Ching, Kampung Jawa, 30300 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 4pm to 2am
Phone for reservations: +605-253 8558
Recommended dishes: Pork ribs, spaghetti, Guinness Stout, pizza
6.4. Healy Mac’s Irish Bar
Not a place for conversation with the live music going on but it is great for hanging out with friends and throwing back some beers while watching sports or the live band perform!
Healy Mac’s Irish Bar and Restaurant Ipoh – photo credits to tommywkl (Instagram)
The bar is partially open-air, if that makes sense.
Beer is affordable here!
Address: 2, Jalan Persiaran Greentown 4, Greentown Avenue, 30450 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 12pm to 1am (closes an hour later on Fridays and Saturdays at 2am)
Recommended dishes: Pizza, pork knuckles, BBQ pork ribs
Remarks: Open for lunch too.
6.5. Euro House
The pub caters to their mostly-Chinese patrons that come for the cheap draft beer so you will often find Chinese music (live bands) playing here!
Euro House in Ipoh – photo credits to ivan_duncan(Instagram)
A lot of cozy seating nooks around the dimly lit pub.
Address: 51, Jalan Hussein, Taman Jubilee, 30250 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 3pm to 1am (closes an hour later on Fridays and Saturdays at 2am)
Recommended dishes: Lamb cut, pizza, carbonara,
Remarks: Ladies night is on Monday! Usually full on Fridays!
7. Cocktail Bars
In the mood for a cocktail? Look no further:
7.1. Tiga Bar
Tiga cocktail bar at Ipoh – photo credits to wspykerman (Instagram)
Ample selection of vodka,gin,whiskey and brandy at Tiga Bar. Cocktails are on the mild side.
You will not mind the price if you can appreciate the trendy ambiance of the uniquely designed bar!
Tiga Bar in Ipoh – photo credits to jillytoyad (Instagram)
Address: 35, Market Lane, 30000 Ipoh, Perak
Opening hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesdays to Friday: 7pm to 1am
Saturday: 6pm to 2am
Sunday: 6pm to 1am
7.2. Atas Speakeasy
Atas Speakeasy bar in Ipoh – photo credits to its.srna (Instagram)
“Atas” is the Malaysian slang for “classy”.
Interior of Atas Speakeasy bar in Ipoh – photo credits to theboredmartian (Instagram)
Which is a good fit for the art-deco styled bar since the affordable cocktails here have an interesting Malaysian twist to them too!
Cocktail presentation at Atas Speakeasy – photo credits to theboredmartian (Instagram)
Cocktail from Atas Speakeasy – photo credits to theboredmartian (Instagram)
Address: 183a, Jalan Sultan Idris Shah, Taman Jubilee, 30000 Ipoh, Perak
Opening hours: 6pm to 1am (Closed on Tuesdays), closes an hour later on Friday and Saturday nights
7.3. La Rouge Cocktail Bar
LaRouge cocktail bar in Menglembu Ipoh – photo credits to sososoya (Instagram)
Further from the city centre is a quite jazz lounge – the perfect setting to enjoy a cocktail!
La Rouge Cocktail bar – photo credits to jillytoyad (Instagram)
Address: 3, Persiaran Menglembu Suria, Pusat Perniagaan Menglembu, Suria, 30200 Menglembu, Perak
Opening hours:
Sunday to Monday: Closed
Tuesday to Thursday: 6:30pm to 12am
Friday to Saturday: 6:30pm to 1am
8. Ipoh Dance & Night Clubs
While Ipoh is definitely not known for having a happening dance scene, there are still a couple of spots to dance away the night!
Note: You might find the energy levels a tad bit lower than what you would expect in Kuala Lumpur!
8.1. Vibes Club Ipoh
Vibes Club in Ipoh – photo credits to emocandy (Instagram)
With the retirement of SOS, Vibes Club Ipoh is now the main night club venue in Ipoh!
You can check their Facebook page for their latest party themes and events!
Vibes Club Ipoh – photo credits to chris.kktah (Instagram)
Address: 15 – 17, Jalan Raja Ekram, Taman Jubilee, 30300 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: Wednesday to Sunday from 10pm to 4am
8.2. Ohm Dance Club
This dance club has a killer sound system and music and lights to go with it!
Ohm Dance Club at Ipoh – photo credits to honeygdj (Instagram)
Guest DJs, events and party themes are all announced on their Facebook page.
Address: 111, Jalan Sultan Yusof, 30000 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 5pm to 3am
9. Family-friendly Activities At Night
If it’s not raining, families can participate in some night-time activities like cycling at these places:
9.1. Sultan Abdul Aziz Recreation Park
Locals refer to it as Ipoh Pologround.
9.2. Kinta Riverfront Walk
Kinta Riverfront Walk – photo credits to jacksonljs97 (instagram)
Address: In front of Kinta Riverfront hotel
Note: There is usually a vendor that rents out bikes and other wheeled rides suitable for the kids on the weekends.
10. Sunway Lost World of Tambun
The hot springs section of the theme park opens from evening onwards.
Hot Springs at Lost World of Tambun, Ipoh – photo credits to _jin.l_ (Instagram)
You can choose to buy the whole day ticket to enjoy the other rides and slides of the theme park, or just opt for the hot springs section!
Fire breathing performance at Sunway Lost World of Tambun – photo credits to adnanj85 (Instagram)
Either way, have fun dipping into different pools of varying temperature. There’s even a steam cave and Jacuzzi pool!
Warning: Pretty crowded on weekends and public holidays!
Address: No.1, Persiaran Lagun Sunway 1,Sunway City Ipoh, 31150 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours (Hot Springs): 6pm to 11pm
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11. Massage
There are a few reputable places to get a body or foot massage around Ipoh during later hours of the day:
11.1. Crystal Spa (at Lost World of Tambun)
One of the hot spring pools at Lost World of Tambun – photo credits to fiezainuddin (Instagram)
Address: Inside Sunway’s Lost World of Tambun
Operating hours: 12pm to 11pm
11.2. Thai Oasis (ICC Club)
Thai Oasis reception – photo credits to anthonyng125 (Instagram)
Address: 283, Jalan Raja Permaisuri Bainun, 30250 Ipoh, Perak
Operating hours: 10am to 2am
And for your information, there are plenty of other massage options in Ipoh.
12. Shopping & Karaoke
12.1. Ipoh Shopping Malls
In case you didn’t know, most shopping malls in the bigger cities of Malaysia are open until 10pm!
Parkson Ipoh Parade Mall. (Photo credits to ipoh.parade.com.my)
Singing with friends is an activity enjoyed by many Malaysians regardless of age. So it’s not surprising that Ipoh has some reliable karaoke venues to cater this stress-relieving past time!
Although the elders prefer to have their own karaoke systems right at home!
12.2. Kbox Karaoke
There are two branches – one at AEON Kinta City and the other is at Ipoh Parade Mall.
Branch at Ipoh Parade:
Opening hours: 11am to 2pm (Exception of Saturday where they are open from 10am to 12am)
Branch at AEON Kinta City:
Entrance is close to the supermarket and not attached to the rest of the mall.
Opening hours: 11am to 2am
13. Bowling or the Movies
And the anchor cinemas like GSC or TGV usually run late-night movies as well!
Ipoh Bowl at AEON Kinta City in Ipoh – photo credits to aideereds (Instagram)
Or if you prefer, you can go bowling until midnight at either Ampang Superbowl at the top floor of Ipoh Parade Mall or Ipoh Bowl at AEON Kinta City.
Note: There are some other Ipoh shopping malls that have TGV cinema as well. But for GSC, we only have Ipoh Parade Mall at the moment.
BONUS: MAPS Theme Park
If you have kids who are still bursting with energy, it’s worth spending a couple hours at Ipoh’s newest theme park!
Entrance is free and you pay per ride.
Tower Drop Ride At Movie Animation Park Studios Theme Park
The theme park is mostly open-air so going in the evening will be cooler than any other time of the day!
MAPS Ipoh theme park is open until 11pm everyday except on Wednesday!
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Conclusion
There are almost as many things to do in Ipoh at night as there is in the day time:
Pubs, bars, shopping, movies, restaurants, dessert houses, late-night coffee and more!
You might even want to consider staying longer so you can try more on this list!
Which are you going to try? Leave a comment below!
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