Sambal Streets Kuala Lumpur Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
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Kuala Lumpur
Embark on a tantalizing food tour in Kuala Lumpur's old district, savoring over 15 mouthwatering tastings with Malay, Indian, and Chinese influences. Don't miss out on this culinary adventure!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kuala Lumpur - Our 4-hour feasting tour of 15+ tastings invites guests on a culinary experience around the backstreets of old Kuala Lumpur. It’s a food tour designed by a chef, led by our team of professional foodie guides.Before we get started, our tour reflects the local cuisine and the limitations of street food vendors means we unfortunately cannot cater for every dietary restriction. Here’s an honest appraisal for the tour so no-one is disappointed ✘ Unsuitable for vegetarians ✘ Unsuitable severe allergies. ✔ Suitable for pescatarians though one or two tastings will need to be skipped ✔ Suitable for lactose intolerances. ✔ Suitable for no beef and no pork diets. ✔ Fully halal. ✔ Suitable for gluten intolerances if traces are acceptable. If you are feeling adventurous for a foodie journey, read on!
What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water and soft drinks
  • 4-hour backstreet feasting in old Kuala Lumpur
  • Over 15 food tastings, topping any Kuala Lumpur food tour
  • Chef-curated and expert-led culinary adventure
  • Exclusive small-group experience, limited to 8 guests
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks excluded
  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel excluded
Additional Information

With the cuisine of Malaysia being a delicious fusion of Malay, Indian, and Chinese influences, it’s no surprise that the food here is intensely flavourful and diverse.

Our meeting spot will be in the still-preserved old districts of Chow Kit and Kampung Baru, the few areas of the city that have resisted the encroachment of the modern skyscrapers.

We won’t have many tourists around. We’ll explore the intricate pathways tasting over 14 uniquely prepared dishes selected by a Kuala Lumpur chef for their taste and significance in local culinary history.

Seasonal variations in flavour will occur, but standouts include the aromatic serving of laksa, hand-pulled rotis, nasi lemak paired with spicy sambal and medicinal chicken rendang, charcoal-broiled mackerel and cooling iced cendol topped with durian that has a custard-like texture. Our gastronomical journey will conclude with a grand view of the iconic Petronas Twin Towers.

Although it might seem your plate is overflowing already, consider this: you could choose to embark on this food discovery on your own, but it would be less fulfilling without my guidance on this movable feast of flavors.

  • This tour isn’t suitable for vegetarians due to street vendors’ limited menus. The tour is fully halal. There is no beef or pork on the tour. Pescatarians may be have skip a tasting or two. Other dietary restrictions may require some dishes to be missed
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and bring an umbrella in rainy season
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult. Infant meals not included
  • The tour isn’t suitable for those with a severe allergies due to the nature of street food. Suitable for gluten intolorances as long as traces are acceptable. Other allergies may require some dishes to be missed
Location
449, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman
Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman
Meet outside the entrance of the Hilton Garden Inn *South* on the corner of Jalan Raja Alang and Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman. Note there is a Hilton Garden Inn North next door. It's easy to find, and your guide will be waiting at the street entrance.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Hannahblank
May 21, 2024
Amazing tour - The tour was amazing, Kiran was such a great tour guide, it was really more than just about food! And the food was great as well. I would definitely recommend!
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Kieren_s
May 20, 2024
Must do! - One of the best food tours I've ever done! Kiran is amazing at taking you on a journey through KL using food, history and culture. Highly recommend!
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Kdfromsydney
May 19, 2024
A taste of KL with Kiran - an unforgettable food experience - The food tour with Kiran was hands down the best food tour I've ever done! Kiran's knowledge and passion for Malaysian culture, history and cuisine shone through as she took us on a culinary journey through the city's hidden gems. From mouth-watering street food to authentic local eateries, Kiran's expert guidance ensured that I experienced the full flavor and diversity of KL's food scene. Her stories, enthusiasm, humor, and attention to detail made the tour not only delicious but also incredibly fun and memorable.
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Bemostuff
May 19, 2024
The best introduction to KL! - I really enjoyed my time on this tour. It was the first thing I did in KL, and it was an excellent introduction to the city. Our tour guides, Nadia and Ian were absolutely fantastic; they were so knowledgeable, and their enthusiasm was infectious. Thank you, guys!
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Joanie_a
May 18, 2024
Awesome experience! - Great guide and awesome food! I 100% recommend doing this food tour if you want to try a lot of different food and learn about the culture’
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Tristanl721
May 18, 2024
Brilliant food tour - Fantastic food tour around a couple of more local neighbourhoods in KL. Food was great, and Kiran was a great guide and gave loads of context and interesting history of Malaysia
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Jet16259896312
May 18, 2024
Great food tour - Great food tour covering all of the classic Malaysian dishes. Would definitely recommend while in KL. certainly better than most good tours I have done in other parts of the world!
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Huugl2024
May 17, 2024
Great foodtasting and KL view - Our guide Steve made our tour very interesting, I learned a lot about Malaysian culture and tasted food that I would never dared to try on my own. Also he led us through an interesting part of Kuala Lumpur with a great view of the Petronas towers. Not to miss!
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Jimmykd5116bz
May 17, 2024
Best Food Tour paired with the Best Tour Guide. - Kiran, our tour guide was awesome. Variety of food were many. Would definitely refer even if someone has experience with Malaysian food.
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Dreamer42095017080
May 17, 2024
Exciting Delicious Well-Planned Tour - Nadia and Ian planned the tour very well and I learned a lot about every course we ate. They were also enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the history and culture.
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