Private Tour

Back of the Bike Street Food Experience – Real Penang!

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

This isn’t your average food tour. It’s a personal street food adventure led by a friendly local host, riding through the Penang streets on the back of a motorbike.

Over four delicious hours, you’ll enjoy a 5-course tasting menu, each dish served in a different hidden spot where real Penangites eat. Meet the vendors, learn their stories, and experience the rhythm of Penang’s streets as the locals do — with laughter, flavor, and freedom.

This tour is about more than just food. It’s about the people who make it, the places you’d never find on your own, and the connection between culture, cuisine, and community. Ask for Muslim friendly or vegetarian options!

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

All drinks (soft drinks + beer)

All food (5-course tasting menu of local specialties)

All Fees and Taxes

Helmet and rain poncho

Private motorbike ride with your local host

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Penang Island

We offer you an unforgettable experience by enjoying each course of your meal in a different location. Finding the best of the best of awesome street bites Penang Island has to offer. We don't stick to the usual tourist spots; instead, we uncover hidden culinary treasures just for you.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Back of the Bike Street Food Experience – Real Penang!

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

15 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing food tour and bike ride
Perry D,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Good morning Jackie and John, we would like to thank you both for a wonderful evening we had a brilliant time, you looked after us with care and attention and made us feel very welcome. The tour and food was excellent. Thank you again Perry and Geoff
Food tour and motorcycle ride Amazing!!!!
pezp0p,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Good morning Jackie and John, we would like to thank you both for a wonderful evening we had a brilliant time, you looked after us with care and attention and made us feel very welcome. The tour and food was excellent. Thank you again Perry and Geoff
Ride on a bike and experience great food!
226nishad,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I wanted to see more of Penang and didn’t want to do a walking tour and found this company. Dean, my bike driver was great and I felt safe on the bike. The different food stops were great and represented the diversity of Penang. Very efficient booking and admin as I only booked the day before. The owner Kenny explained that it was a relatively young company that supported local businesses and locals earn a better living and I think that should be supported 100%.
Back street foodie tour, recommended!
manoharn67,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
John my designated tour guide was on good form, excited to show me around. We visited 5 carefully selected foodie hangouts, where only locals were eating.. always a good sign. Delicious food, and to my requested taste (not too spicy). Met the chef's and even met Kenny, the Street Bite founder. I was full by the end of the tour and having enjoyed some rich flavours, and warm receptions, it was a nice nite. John is a real gent, and went out of his way to reccommend a breakfast spot for the next morning. Would highly recommend, thanks John and Kenny.
A Must-Do Experience in Penang!
M0na2022,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I’ve always wanted to try this kind of ride and it truly exceeded my expectations! The experience was offered at a very good rate, but what made it special was how real and authentic it felt. These are things you would never be able to do on your own like finding hidden street food spots and eating alongside the locals. The rider was professional, very kind, and drove in a safe way. I could fully enjoy the views. I also had the chance to meet Mr. Kenny, the owner, who is such a wonderful man. This tour is not just about food, it’s about courage, culture, and connection. If you’re in Penang don’t miss this it’s an unforgettable experience✨
My first experience on the back of a bike... with great food
Seidi S,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was well organized and the food stops were authentic & ones that you wouldn't find by your own. This tour really did show the variety of Street food selections in Penang. And you definitely wouldn't leave the tour feeling hungry. I also enjoyed the motorbike rides between the food stops. My host, John, was a gentle driver (this was my first experience on the back of the bike) and did show the evening time in Penang as its best. Highly recommended! Thank you for the experience!
Great Food Tour on back of a motorbike.
O6587IEcarolinec,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Just had a morning 5 food stops tour with Jackie. He had so much knowledge of Malaysia and Asia in general and pointed out the beaches, buildings and temples too as we went along. He took good photos. The food stops were local small businesses as well and were well choosen out representing what locals choose to eat rather than food pushed out only to tourists. Riding on the back of the bike was safe as he was a great driver and the bike was of good standard. All in all a great memorable expierence I would defo recommend to people coming to Penang.
Unforgettable Motorcycle Food Tour in Penang! 🦐😋
Mindy B,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This tour was an incredible way to experience Penang! Riding on the back of a motorcycle through the city was thrilling, but we always felt completely safe thanks to our amazing guides — so friendly, professional, and attentive. The food was the real star — every stop featured delicious, authentic dishes from local spots we never would’ve discovered on our own. It was the perfect mix of hidden gems, culture, and fun. If you're even slightly hesitant about the motorcycle part, don’t be — it was smooth, comfortable, and added so much to the experience. Highly recommend!
Great option to try!
wvktfq8qff,
Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I did the morning tour. Excellent choices of food and also got to see penang in new light. Great concept. I think evening experience may be better if you have that time free. Overall highly recommended.
Day food ride tour
706khanht,
Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jackie was excellent rider. He was on time at hotel pickup He also has good knowledge of the island. The food was good, I was so full that I couldn't finish off the last dish. I recommend doing this at night if you can as it is too hot in the daytime.