Penuin is a strip of shophouses in Batam that’s quietly turned into one of the city’s hottest cafe and food hubs, especially once the sun starts dipping in the late afternoon. It’s also super accessible from Harbour Bay, just \u00b115 minutes away. So, bookmark these spots for your next Batam trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gazoz is an Australian-style brunch cafe in Penuin that’s built up a cult following from Singapore, with guests known to come back two days in a row just for breakfast here. Inspired by Chef Gunawan’s time working in Australia, the menu plays with texture and balanced flavours, from breakfast and brunch, to hearty lunch and dinner mains, to sweet desserts for when you just want to sit and chill with a coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The one to order is the Truffle Mushroom Croissant \u2014 buttery, flaky pastry paired with a poached egg that spills a perfectly runny yolk the moment you cut into it. Don’t stop there though; the mains and desserts are worth digging into as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Address: Ruko Sinar Penuin Lestari, blok YB no. 1 & 2, Batu Selicin, Kec. Lubuk Baja<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Opening hours: Daily, 9AM\u20139PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re the type who can’t leave a trip without snacks for everyone back home, this multi-concept souvenir spot in Penuin has you covered with two connected concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Little Box is known for its premium kue lapis (layer cake), made with Golden Churn butter for a rich and buttery aroma, available in Original and Nutella flavours. It’s now got four outlets around Penuin, plus a second-floor cafe where you can sit and relax after shopping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Address: Komplek Ruko Sinar Penuin, Blk. A No.10, Batu Selicin, Kec. Lubuk Baja<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Opening hours: Daily, 08:00 AM \u2013 09:00 PM <\/p>\n\n\n\n Little Gift leans into easy-to-pack souvenirs \u2014 think Indonesian-inspired fridge magnets (the Indomie one is a bestseller), batik clothing, woven bags, and more kue lapis. Its exclusive item is the rolled layer cake (kue lapis gulung), with the Strawberry Roll Cake as a weekend\/holiday-only signature, alongside classic blueberry and original flavours. Leave a review on-site and you’ll score a free ice cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Address: Ruko Penuin Center Blok Q1, Batu Selicin, Kec. Lubuk Baja<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Opening hours: Daily, 10:00 AM \u2013 09:00 PM <\/p>\n\n\n\n Aroi Cafe is a Thai restaurant in Penuin that opened in November 2025 with recipes sourced directly from a Thai partner who owns a restaurant back in Thailand \u2014 many of the ingredients and seasonings are imported too, so this isn’t a watered-down version of Thai food. The cafe itself is small and simple, but the food delivers plenty of character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Expect a creamy Tom Yum loaded with fresh prawns, crunchy Som Tum, aromatic Thai Basil Chicken, and Mango Sticky Rice to finish. Whether you’re rolling in solo, as a couple, or with a group, there’s plenty here to work through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Address: Ruko Penuin Centre, Blok Ya No 06, Batu Selicin, Lubuk Baja<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Opening hours: Daily, 09:00 AM \u2013 09:00 PM <\/p>\n\n\n\n Need a reset in between cafe-hopping? This trio of hair, skin, and foot care studios in Penuin has you covered from head to toe, all within walking distance of each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rambucci<\/strong> is a hair care studio specialising in scalp treatments, where a massage chair gives you a full-body massage while your scalp gets analysed, washed, treated, and styled \u2014 all without leaving the chair. The scalp check-and-recommend process makes the whole thing feel personalised rather than one-size-fits-all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cimuka<\/strong> is a beauty clinic that skips the upselling \u2014 treatments are affordable, the space is clean and bright, and package prices are listed clearly upfront. They’ll recommend something suited to your actual skin condition rather than pushing the most expensive package. Kids can get a facial massage (totok wajah) if the adults are getting treatments, and the collagen facial is a favourite among tourists looking to stave off premature ageing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cucika<\/strong> is a foot care studio built for a proper reset. Its signature TOE Treatment starts with a 10-minute herbal foot soak using soap and mineral salt, followed by exfoliation, peeling, brushing, and gentle foot care to slough off dead skin. You can also pick a scrub variant \u2014 Aloe Vera, Cucumber, Milk, or Lavender \u2014 while the therapist keeps the whole session calm and unhurried. A solid last stop before heading back to the ferry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n2. Little Box & Little Gift <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Aroi Cafe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Rambucci, Cimuka and Cucika<\/h3>\n\n\n\n