Ruins Of Victoria Penang

Ruins Of Victoria 

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183 Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Penang, Malaysia

(Near China House, and Awesome Canteen)

Phone: 04-251 9022

Hours:

Monday                         3PM-1AM

Tuesday                                Closed

Wednesday-Friday         3PM-1AM

Saturday-Sunday           3PM-2AM

Corkage:

40rm    for wine

100rm      spirits

Happy Hour:

3PM-9PM

Sunday & Monday Happy Hour All Night! 

At first glance Ruins Of Victoria seems like any other small lounge in George Town Penang, but if you venture inside you’ll quickly see that this place is anything but a small bar spinning electro music.
Take a walk past the first bar and you’ll discover that Ruins Of Victoria is much bigger than it seems. As I wondered around in awe, the next room lead me into a posh wine lounge and restaurant; and after that a meticulously decorated outside courtyard reminiscent of Greek ruins. 

This is what you'll see upon walking through the front door....chiseled wall art, hand embroider stools, and stained glass windows.  The designer was definitely heedful of how this place looks during the day compared to night; during the day it is a laid back cafe, and at night the lighting and music transform this place into a watering hole evocative of a place from another time. 

Day time picture from iloveholiao.com

The bar manager Bob Ras Prakash undoubtedly takes pride in the drinks being made here along with the friendly atmosphere this place gives off.
This place may look swanky, but it is definitely not snooty. 

Romantic lighting, Victorian deco, and a big glass of red wine may lead one to loll in overindulgence at Ruins Of Victoria.    Sounds like the perfect night!  

Proper glass wear and service is to be expected when ordering from Ruins Of Victoria’s wine list. 

If you would rather bring your own wine, corkage is only 40rm, this is the lowest corkage fee I've see so far in Penang; it's definitely a price that makes more sense compared to the many places charging over 100rm per wine.

If you are a fan of oaked Chardonnay, and the practice of lees stirring; I recommend trying the Zilzie Select Chardonnay.
www.zilziewines.com

I adore aromatic white wines...especially Gewürztraminer! A lot of times a Gewürz can be full in body with a silky texture, high in alcohol, have the perfect amount of sweetness without overdoing it, all while possessing hypnotic aromas of roses, blossoms, peach, melon, and lychee....just to name a few.

If that sounds like something you may be into then try Ruin's Morande Reserva Gewürztraminer from Chile.

Craving seafood? want a refreshing white, but bored of Sauvignon Blanc?

 Try The Tapas Wine Collection (Verdejo) from Rueda Spain. This citrus driven, grassy, flinty wine is delicate and fresh enough to be an amazing pairing partner with fresh seafood dishes.

Reds from Bordeaux can be from the left bank...simply put (Cabernet Sauvignon dominate blends) or the right bank (Merlot dominate blends) on this list it isn't clear which area of Bordeaux these bottles come from unless you are familiar with the Chateaus.

For example 

The Chateau Bel Air Gallier is from the left bank (Graves) 

Chateau Faugeres is from the right bank (Saint-Emilion)
Don't let the names scare you from trying something new! If you are unsure about any wine on the list, don't be afraid to ask the staff about details regarding any wine.  If that fails...ask to see the bottle you are interested in, and Google away.....

House Red & White Wine

Ochagavia Rapel, Chile

Cabernet Sauvignon

Sauvignon Blanc

The layout of Ruins Of Victoria is not only broken into many sections, but also floors.  There is a private upstairs dining area, and also an open air opera box in the courtyard that over looks the stage. 

Top view of the courtyard where live bands play. There are plenty of fans blowing in this area to insure one doesn't feel too hot, even though it is outside.  

Passion Fruit Mojito

 Ruins Of Victoria Happy Hour Menu