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Ready to taste the best food in Kuala Lumpur? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Kuala Lumpur.

Destination

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Category

Food Tours

Duration

3 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Cuisine

Malaysian

Available languages

English, Melayu, Indonesian, Tamil, Msa, Malay

Included

• Private Guide
• 10 Food & Drink Tastings
• Vegetarian Alternatives
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• entrance to attractions

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 8 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at Entrance of the Central Market - Kuala Lumpur to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. 10 Tastings

   This tour includes 10 food and drink tastings. Your local host has hand-picked each one of the tastings based on their love for food, and knowledge of the city. Enjoy only the most authentic bites the city has to offer!

4. The Classics

   A food tour in Kuala Lumpur would not be complete without the most typical and beloved dishes in town. Enjoy a bite of the ultimate classics, home cooked nasi-lemak with ayam rendang and paper dosa, and taste them in their true local flavor!

5. Locals’ Favorites

   Discover more of the local cuisine by trying some of the ultimate locals’ favorites food treats. Try unique food, typical of Kuala Lumpur picked by your local host and hear why they love it so much!

6. Typical Drinks

   With drinks included as part of the tastings this real experience comes with a real local spirit! Your local host will quench your thirst with a selection of drinks like coffee, unique beverages, and alcoholic (or non-alcoholic) cocktails, wine and beer.

7. City Highlights

   This tour is more than just food, it’s a cultural experience! In between food stops, discover city highlights for a well-rounded experience that will satisfy your appetite for Kuala Lumpur. From food, drinks, must-sees and local hot spots; this tour has everything on the menu!

8. Vegetarian Alternative

   Looking for a vegetarian alternative? It’s possible! The tour has been created with alternative tastings to fit your preferences. Just let your host know!

9. Special Diet or Allergies?

   If you follow a special diet or have an allergy to a specific food, let your host know! They’ll make sure to take that into consideration so you can have an enjoyable and safe experience

10. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Jon

(About local Siidoz)

28 May 2025

Excellent food tour with Siddoz. He was knowledgeable and enthusiastic without being over-whelming. Ate some fantastic dishes in places we would never have found/ tried ourselves. So good, went back to a couple the next day. Hidden gems

Ian

(About local Siidoz)

11 May 2025

Had a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon food tour. Siidoz is very easy to get along with and very knowledgeable on the food and local Culture and the area surrounding Central Market. We were shown down narrow alleyways in China Town which we would never have found and treated to some amazing food Malaysian, Indian and Chinese. Some in restaurants others at small stands serving maybe just four dishes. In the words of Siidoz, non of his guests ever finish a tour not feeling well fed, which was certainly the case. Many thanks to Siidoz for a fun afternoon of food and culture. Ian and Pat

Xochitl

(About local Siidoz)

26 April 2025

TK did an excellent job showing around, delighthing local dishes Awese

Vi🇦🇺 Australia

(About local TK)

24 April 2025

We really enjoyed the tour! He was forgiving when we were unintentionally running about 15 minutes late in meeting him due to an unexpected problem earlier. He introduced us not just to the food we were eating that day, but also local specialties that one could buy in supermarkets and smaller shops as well. He also adjusted the tour itinerary and route to take into one of our party who was older - e.g. more frequent stops at public toilets if required, a slower walking pace, and a stop at a Chinese temple. Oh and the food was delicious - including the fact that we wanted to be challenged at least a little. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending others to book TK on a food tour. Thanks, TK!Friendly, informative, well paced.

Martin🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

(About local Siidoz)

18 April 2025

We had a brilliant night out with Siddoz walking around the various food stalls in KL. Siddoz took time to explain a lot of details as we went along - not just the recopies of the dishes, but also the history and culture of the neighbourhoods. It was a great tour and we recommend him highly.Awesome food and excellent knowledge

Anna

(About local Povan)

17 April 2025

Our family of 4 thoroughly enjoyed our time with Povan. Not only was everything we ate delicious, Povan was full of interesting facts about what we ate and the local area. The food and beverages we tried we would have never tried or even knew to look for them on our own! Povan's bubbly personality was so engaging and he made all of us feel very welcome. Thank you again for a great tour, im sure we will be talking about it for years to come! We are so grateful that you will be a part of our core memories! Thanks again Povan! The Daniel Family 😁😁😁😁Fun times with Povan

Amanda

(About local Povan)

16 April 2025

I recently had the pleasure of joining Povan’s local food tour in Kuala Lumpur, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Povan took us to numerous hidden gems around the city, introducing us to a wide array of mouthwatering dishes that we might have otherwise overlooked. His deep knowledge of Malaysian cuisine and culture enriched the tour, providing fascinating insights into each dish’s history and significance. Beyond his expertise, Povan’s friendly personality made the tour super enjoyable. He was fun to hang out with, always ready to share stories and answer our questions, making the experience feel more like exploring the city with a friend than a formal tour. We learned so much about the local food scene and culture, all while savoring some of the most delicious meals ever.Such a fun tour! A trip highlight!

pjl

(About local Siidoz)

15 April 2025

Great trip thru the wonderful diverse nature of Malaysian food with siddoz. Be prepared for a culinary feast,thank you very much for showing us wonderful street food hideaways as well.Foodie delight

sy7w2dwvgz

(About local Siidoz)

15 April 2025

Siddoz was a great host and set a good leisurely pace to some great food venues that we would never have found on our own. Excellent cultural insight and food, garnished with some memorable culture visits. Siddoz was flexible around our interests and requirements. Insight to KL with amazing food on top!

mathias

(About local TK)

13 April 2025

TK was really great. He had a Lot of New information for us and offered us really really tasty food. I am looking forward to the next trip with him 😀😀😀Great experience

mark

(About local Siidoz)

10 April 2025

Enjoyed a great food tour with Siddoz, would highly recommend!

Asko🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Manjeet)

8 April 2025

Manjeet exhibited a high level of professionalism, and we gained valuable insights into the food and culture of Kuala Lumpur. The tastings were thoughtfully organised, and we appreciated the multicultural nature of both the city and its cuisine. Ten tastings left us satisfied, so no dinner was necessary after the tour. Thank you, Manjeet, for a wonderful day out. Great day in KL

chrisbradleytoronto🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Manjeet)

31 March 2025

Manjeet is knowledgeable, helpful, and fun to be around. She explained the different foods and different restaurant types. She summarized local history to explain why there is such culinary diversity. She patiently answered all our questions about KL, many of which had nothing to do with food. Knowing we were going on to Melaka, Manjeet even sent us a Google Maps guide to restaurants and sites to see there. We will definitely follow her recommendations! Excellent tour!

manjeet🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Siidoz)

29 March 2025

Siddoz is a lovely tour guide who took us to places we would not have otherwise visited. His passion for the country and its culinary offerings was evident from this relaxed and very tasty food tour! Would highly recommend.Lovely informative foody tour!

Melissa

(About local Joel )

23 March 2025

Our food tour with Joel was a highlight of our time in KL. Very engaging and super knowledgable he gave us the history and context of some of the local sights before we began our tour. Took us to a great range of places and told us lots of local stories. Accommodated one of us being vegetarian and I would highly recommend. Lovely person, great experience.

Levon

(About local Manjeet)

10 March 2025

Manjeet gave us an amazing experience in and around the Central market area. We loved her geniune enthusiasm and passion for the food traditions of KL. We enjoyed the following, all in moderate quantities (but it helps if you come on an empty stomach) and explained in detail: Nasi lemak with northern chicken rendang, Dried beef batotok with green pepper, Dry sambal with tempeh and anchovies, Pani puri, Chicken curry puffs, Dosa served on banana leaf with chutneys, Roti canai served with curries, Fruits, Local coffee, ....and then a Curry laksa! Thank you also for so many interesting insights and explanations of the multi-layered Malayian culture.....it was totally fascinating for us.

Emma

(About local Joel )

7 March 2025

Joel is a lovely person, knowledgable about his city and what food we should try. We did a little tour around some sights before trying some food, there was so much we were sad not to actually be able to eat everything ! Great way to get to taste a lot in a few hoursLeft very full!

Karen🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Siidoz)

6 March 2025

Our group of 4 enjoyed a great private tour in the heart of KL’s Chinatown with Siddoz and his trainee (Steve?). Siddoz was firstly very patient and understanding as we were delayed in KL traffic for ~15 mins. He catered to my fussy parents, explained the dishes we were trying and introduced us to foods we wouldn’t have ordinarily tried. He also took us to a couple of really cool spots for photo ops, some of the best photos on our holiday (thanks Steve, our personal photographer too!). They were both very personable, felt like chatting to old friends. Culinary and cultural adventure through KL

Rainer

(About local Siidoz)

2 March 2025

We had requested a food tour focused on authentic local cuisine and street food that the locals eat here. I am a foodie and amateur cook myself, having lived and worked on three continents – most recently for three years in China. My interest always lies in the true local cuisines of ordinary people. I had not yet experienced Malaysian cuisine firsthand. Through Siddoz, we learned more about this cuisine in one evening than we could have on our own in a week. It was entertaining, delicious, and interesting. Highly recommended!Great Introduction into Local Cuisine

Ian🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Manjeet)

27 February 2025

What an excellent experience. Manjeet took us to places we would never have visited and gave us tremendous tasting experiences mixed with her wonderful cultural knowledge. Many thanks for a perfect experience!!Food, History and Culture in One

Dido🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local TK)

24 February 2025

TK instantly understood what I was after trying and adapted the whole tour for me to try new areas and delicious food I would never have seen or tried without him! There was a great mix of foods and background information about KL, with the route and information bespoke to me, my interests and needs. He’s very friendly and a great personal guide. Brilliant food tour of hidden gems!

Naveed

(About local Joel )

17 February 2025

We had a very jet lagged 4 year old with us. Joel was great at adjusting on the fly. He was very knowledgeable about both the local food and history and passionate about conveying the knowledge Patient and knowledge

Connie🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Siidoz)

16 February 2025

Siddoz guided us to some good food which was a useful introduction to Malaysian cuisine. He spent quite a lot of time on his phone so there wasn't a lot of interaction between us but he knew his way around the best food stalls which was really what we were interested in! Would definitely recommend the tour.Good food tour

Wray

(About local Siidoz)

15 February 2025

Siddoz was an excellent guide who tailored the tour to our eating preferences but made sure we tried some foods that were new to our palate. He also ensured that we learned about cultural aspects of Malaysian food and life. He knew the local food scene well and at the end of the tour we knew something too. Don’t eat beforehand. A Tasty Tour

Nikita🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Siidoz)

9 February 2025

I booked this food tour as a birthday present for a friend and her partner. They both had a great time with Siddoz! They are both vegetarian and Siddoz did a great job of accommodating and making sure they could still try loads of great dishes! Excellent!

Brendan🇮🇪 Ireland

(About local Manjeet)

9 February 2025

My wife and I opted for a local food tour guide having done something similar some yrs ago in a couple of European cities. Manjeet was so much more than a food guide. Her love of her brief was obvious from the start. Easily the most genuine guide we have ever had. She took great pride in explaining the foods available in KL and delight in our positive responses, which was easy as they were fantastic. She also was very knowledgeable in the history and politics of the area which is a huge bonus as we are history buffs ." With Locals" company ,are extremely lucky to have someone like Manjeet representing them. Brendan and Joan Healy. Thoroughly satisfying.

Woei

(About local Siidoz)

2 February 2025

We had an amazing time with Siddoz. He’s super personable and extremely knowledgeable in the areas and food. Highly recommend anyone to join this tour and select him as a tour guide.Amazing tour guide

Joan🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Manjeet)

25 January 2025

Manjeet was an amazing host. She shared her favourite dishes paired with history, which was perfect for 3 Australians and a Malaysian (who is less familiar with history). She was flexible and open to some customisation. I would recommend her to anyone who enjoys meals with a foodie. We left absolutely bursting. Knowledgeable and tasty tour

Hanneke

(About local Faris)

24 January 2025

Wat een leuke tour! Allerlei leuke tentjes waar je zelf niet langs zou gaan als Westerling. Veel variatie met een stukje achtergrond van ieder gerecht. Faris neemt de tijd en is erg gastvrij!Erg gastvrij!

Smriti

(About local Manjeet)

19 January 2025

Caroline

(About local Manjeet)

13 January 2025

From start to finish our tour was like being with a knowledgeable friend. Being taken around by a native KL-er who was as passionate about food as we all are was such a treat. Being taken to local food spots that probably we might not have had the confidence to try and eating/drinking Malaysian food with a lovely friendly local lady was such a treat. Be warned - you will be full if not before the end, at the end. Manjeet has a blog and also loads of tips about other places in Malaysia that she herself has visited many times. A brilliant experience that we won’t forget. Highly recommend Manjeet - such a pleasure. Best food/culture tour ever

Barry🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Faris)

7 January 2025

Faris knows food and knows how to bring that knowledge to a trip around the culinary secrets of KL He has a vast knowledge of not only the food you are eating but also can tell you how to prepare it and its history and origins He allows you time to browse a few shops and seems to just enjoy being out doing something that he loves. He freely admits that he is not a history buff and although he is happy to talk about KL he really comes alive when he is explaining about the food you are eating. To be fair there is too much food we took some back to the hotel with us for later ( think Christmas dinner stuffed) and you get the idea I can’t praise him enough and would highly recommend him He even gave us a lift back to our hotel and regaled us with tales of his cooking experiences abroad whilst we sat in traffic A great tripBrilliant Food and great company

Jacinta🇦🇺 Australia

(About local TK)

7 January 2025

Thank you TK for taking my family and I on a personalised food tour around Central Market and Petaling Street! TK was extremely responsive from the get-go and really easy to communicate with. On the day, my grandma decided to join and TK was super accommodating. Due to this however, the tour was made challenging as my grandma (being elderly) wanted to wander on her own and didn't really understand the concept of a "tour". TK was once again super understanding, and paced the tour so that my grandma could keep up.Fantastic host

Stijn🇯🇵 Japan

(About local Siidoz)

31 December 2024

Budi

(About local Siidoz)

30 December 2024

Highly recommend Siddoz if you’re thinking to do food tour, he’s very knowledgeable with his food, recommend really great places, and best of all he’s very very friendly!Superb food and friendly guide, perfext!

Joanne🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Manjeet)

29 December 2024

Manjeet gave a great insight into the food and culture of KL and Malaysia. She is extremely knowledgeable and quickly adapts her approach to your interests. Thanks for a great morning, Manjeet!Excellent guide

Lisa🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Siidoz)

21 December 2024

We had a great evening tour with Siddoz! He was really accommodating and flexible for our family with kids. The food was amazing - best Dosa ever - and his connection with the locals was obvious. He had so much knowledge and gave us some great tips for our trip. Thanks Siddoz!Superstar tour guide

jouni🇫🇮 Finland

(About local Siidoz)

30 November 2024

The tour and guides were OK but the food wasn't very goodquite an okay foodtour

John🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Siidoz)

28 November 2024

Sidoz was knowledgeable and friendly and we enjoyed our time sampling different local foods. There was only one dish we didn't enjoy, but we still were completely full at the end! It was an abrupt end to the session, but that was down to heavy rain that suddenly appeared.Great half day food tour

Olga🇭🇺 Hungary

(About local Siidoz)

25 November 2024

We tasted 14 different meals with Siddoz and his trainee, indian, chinese, malay. The best was the Petaling street Assam laksa, we will never forget. Thanks a lot for introducing us to this feast of flavors!Taste all KL in one afternoon

Esti 🇿🇦 South Africa

(About local Siidoz)

22 November 2024

I met Siddoz (and Cash who was being trained at the time) at the Central Market and was taken on a food tour to remember. I got to sample Malaysian, Chinese and Indian food. It was all great but the Asam Laksa was outstanding. Siddoz is very charming and shares a lot of interesting information on more than food alone. Great experience. Esti Forbes South Africa November 2024Street food in Kuala Lumpur

David

(About local Siidoz)

19 November 2024

We have a great time with Siddoz and tried lots of interesting tasty food we wouldn’t have had to confidence to do without him. He is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend time with. I would thoroughly recommend this tour.A must do tour

Ray

(About local Manjeet)

13 November 2024

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the Foodie Tour in KL. The local information and conversation you provided was interesting and enjoyable. The three-hour afternoon tour went very quickly. We would not have found the different food stops you that you took us too. Thanks for helping us with the taxi and our airport driver issue. Let us know if you want some Bushells tea.Thanks Manjeet for a wonderful afternoon

Victoria🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Siidoz)

6 November 2024

Siddoz took us around to places we would not have otherwise found and got to experience some great, authentic food and sights, as well as insights about the history and culture of Malaysia. Highly recommend doing one of these tours, especially if you like trying new foods and finding hidden (inexpensive) gems! Siddoz was also great at giving us some advice the day after, when we were venturing in to Little India - had some of the best Indian we have had there, on his recommendation. Really appreciate this going over and beyond!Great way to experience KL's food

Tobias🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local May)

5 November 2024

We had an unforgettable experience on this food tour in Kuala Lumpur! From the moment we met our guide, May, we felt welcomed and instantly comfortable. She took us on a journey through the city’s culinary landscape, introducing us to a wide variety of dishes, each more delicious than the last. From spicy street food to sweet desserts, we tasted flavors we never would have discovered on our own. May’s knowledge of the food, culture, and traditions was exceptional—she shared fascinating stories about each dish and the role it plays in Malaysian culture. Her friendly and warm personality made the experience even more enjoyable. If you’re a foodie, this tour is a must!Food Tour in Kuala Lumpur

Eleanor🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Faris)

2 November 2024

I love a food tour. I have done them all over the world. This was one of the best. Faris took us to experience the culinary highlights of old town and central market. He choses the most delicious spots. Best dohsa I've ever eaten and a whole new flavour of Laksa that I'd not tried before. He was kind to accommodate our weird restrictions and clearly very passionate about food. Would love to find a Faris in every city in the world!Absolutely great for a real foodie

Paul

(About local Manjeet)

31 October 2024

I would highly recommend Manjeet's Tour. She is friendly, personable, helpful and organised. She tells a great story of the diverse city that is Kuala Lumpur, and gives you the opportunity to visit eateries you won't find on your own. She is warm and engaging, and is generous in sharing her experience and knowledge with guests. Highly recommended. Fascinating and tasty experience

Carola🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local TK)

29 October 2024

The food tour with TK was very lovely. We tried street food and drinks during the day. He was explaining everything with enthusiasm and passion. He will not stop until you have a food coma :) Amazing day

Jeanie

(About local Siidoz)

19 October 2024

We had a fabulous afternoon with Siddoz. Three New Zealanders, we loved all the varied foods he introduced us to... Malaysian, Chinese and Indian. Siddoz is very interesting to talk with, has wide knowledge and an infectious love of food and culture. Very appreciative that he took care of some particular concerns we had and ensured we felt absolutely comfortable and safe. Highly recommend this tour. Great experience

Rachel🇳🇿 New Zealand

(About local Manjeet)

16 October 2024

We had the most wonderful food tour with Manjeet - so much tasty food! Manjeet is super passionate about food and we loved the range we got to taste and experience. Absolutely recommend this tour with Manjeet to others and when we get back to KL, we'll definitely be booking Manjeet for another tasting tour!So much yummy food!