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Project Overview

Lhong Tou Dim Sum

Food & Beverage

New to Penang market, premium pricing with no local branding, and post-CNY sales drop

Branding-focused Facebook campaign targeted at affluent local audience in Pulau Tikus

Over RM300,000 in sales within 6 months through localized awareness and consistent digital visibility

The Challenge

Lhong Tou Dim Sum entered the Penang market with a visually iconic brand and premium dim sum offerings. Known for their stylish plating and modern twist, the brand launched in Pulau Tikus — a well-known upper-class area in Penang.

 

However, despite the strategic location, they faced a few key challenges:

 

  • Extremely high price point compared to typical local dim sum spots

 

  • Low brand awareness among Penang locals who were unfamiliar with it

 

  • A sharp drop in sales post-Chinese New Year, with no digital presence to support long-term visibility

 

The restaurant needed a campaign that could justify the pricing, attract nearby affluent diners, and reintroduce Lhong Tou as a premium brunch and dining experience — not just a place for traditional dim sum.

Our Solution

We crafted a localized branding campaign tailored for the Pulau Tikus demographic — young professionals, business owners, and modern families who value ambiance, experience, and food presentation just as much as taste.

 

Instead of pushing discounts, we built content that emphasized:

 

  • The elevated dining experience

 

  • Aesthetic presentation perfect for social sharing

 

  • Unique items not commonly found in regular dim sum shops

 

  • The cozy yet “atas” vibe of the outlet

 

We delivered messaging in both Mandarin and English to connect with Penang’s Chinese-speaking majority while still feeling modern and trendy.

Execution

  • Produced localized static ads showcasing signature dishes, crowd atmosphere, and modern plating

 

  • Used precise location targeting within Pulau Tikus and surrounding affluent neighborhoods

 

  • Focused messaging on exclusivity, lifestyle, and dine-in experience

 

  • Designed visual creatives for multiple campaign angles (brunch mood, friend gathering, casual luxury)

 

  • Ran top-funnel brand awareness ads followed by retargeting creatives featuring must-try dishes

 

  • Captions written in bilingual format to reflect Penang’s local communication style

Results

  • Achieved over RM300,000 in revenue within 6 months after launch

 

  • Successfully recovered foot traffic post-CNY slump through consistent digital exposure

 

  • Strengthened positioning as a premium dim sum destination for Penang’s upscale crowd

 

  • Increased engagement from nearby audience — especially female diners and café-goers aged 25–45

 

  • Set up a sustainable brand presence ready for future influencer and media collaborations

Total Cost

RM

36,000 Per Annum

Platform involved:

Facebook

Instagram

XHS

Local SEO

Website Development

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