Laksa Lanes Kuala Lumpur Food Tour with 14+ Tastings
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4 hours
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Hidden down the Petaling backstreets and markets of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown is a sizzling world of culinary secrets forged from over a century of Malay-Chinese fusion.
This is ground zero for deliriously good street feasting, though not all is made equal. It pays to know the culinary ropes.
Fear not, you've come to the right place. Prepare for your taste buds to be tickled across 14+ tastings from Michelin rated eateries to grandmother’s generational recipes which have been feeding hungry locals for decades. These are the food heroes.
Tuck into steamy bowls of lala noodles and legendary laksas, fluffy baos and baked char siu pows, coffee cham and peanut muah chee from Madam Tang, egg tart telurs and hand-wrapped popiahs, buttery rice and plenty of spice. Get set for a wild culinary ride.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour isn't suitable for vegetarians or vegans due to limitations of street vendors. Other dietary restrictions may require a few tastings to be missed.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, and bring an umbrella if rain is likely
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Infants aged 0-2 years go free, as meals are not included
The tour isn't suitable for severe allergies due to the risk of traces and cross-contamination. Other allergies may require some tastings to be missed.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Petaling Street Market
Our feasting tour of 14+ tastings invites guests on a culinary experience around the backstreets Petaling Street, Kuala Lumpur's Chinatown led by our team of professional foodie guides. We're Kuala Lumpur's #1 food tour company on TripAdvisor. Before we get started, our tour reflects the local cuisine and there are limitations of street food vendors, so we unfortunately cannot cater for every dietary restriction. Here's an honest appraisal of the tour so no-one is disappointed ✘ Unsuitable for vegetarians, vegans or halal diets ✘ Unsuitable for severe allergies to peanuts, tree nuts or shellfish ✘ Unsuitable for severe gluten intolerances, there are traces of gluten in soy sauce. Other intolerances and dietary requirements are generally possible, but guests may need to skip some dishes along the way. If you are feeling adventurous for a foodie journey, read on!
Petaling Street Market
Hidden down the backstreets of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown is a sizzling world of culinary secrets forged from over a century of Malay-Chinese fusion. You've come to the right place. Prepare for your taste buds to be tickled across 14+ tastings from Michelin rated eateries to grandmother’s generational recipes. Tuck into steamy bowls of lala noodles and legendary laksas, fluffy baos and baked char siu pows, coffee cham and peanut muah chee from Madam Tang, egg tart telurs and hand-wrapped popiahs, buttery rice and plenty of spice. Stroll down Pasar Karat “Thieves Market” to catch a glimpse of the street’s colourful murals and uncover why a Hindu gopuram sits side-by-side with a Taoist warrior’s sword. Throw in a historical backdrop through tasty tales of founding father Yap Ah Loy’s rise to Kapitan, the seedy underbelly of smoky opium dens and illegal gambling houses all with culinary context dished up by our food hosts, and you’ve got the makings of a fascinating foodie day.
What‘s Included
Bottled water and local soft drinks included
14+ food tastings included, more than any other KL food tour
4 hours of feasting around the backstreets of KL's Chinatown
Led by professional foodie guides
The highest rated #1 Kuala Lumpur food tour company on TripAdvisor
Maximum of 8 exclusive guests on each tour
Alcoholic drinks excluded
Pick up and drop off from your hotel excluded
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Laksa Lanes Kuala Lumpur Food Tour with 14+ Tastings
Reviews
142 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour and Disha was a fantastic host.
mandykR2779VI,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Disha was was very helpful and knowledgeable. We had a Great few hours wandering around places we would never have found otherwise. Would definitely do the tour again. Might try the night time one next time.
Prepare for a food coma
Sophie S,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great way to kickstart the day (I went on the 10:30 session). I enjoy getting some history and culture along with (a LOT!) of dishes. Steve was knowledgeable, friendly and answered all my questions. For me, this is often where the gold is, and what makes the memories stick. And the food! Such variety, and from places you’d never find by yourself. Come hungry and pace yourself!
Huge variety of delicious local homemade chinese and Indian dishes, deserts, snacks, local fruits and home made drinks.
876philippas,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Disha, our guide, was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and warm. She loved imparting her love of local KL food. The tour largely focused on food from the chinese community in KL but finished off with some dishes from the Indian community. We met at Central Market and the food restaurants and food stalls were all nearby. It started at 10.30am with substantial dishes so best not to have breakfast, nor plan any lunch! We were a very small group - only 2 of us - which meant the tour was even more personalised which made it even more enjoyable. If you count the drinks - a homemade lime drink and the teacoffee drink we sampled 4 more foods than the promised 14 dishes/food items. Overall a great introduction to KL cuisine and heritage.
Amazing taste of Malaysia
P1166BZjoannam,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic morning with Disha - she is passionate about sharing her knowledge of Malay food. We loved her insights about the China town area and the food vendors. Great variety of food to try and Disha was very focused on moving at a pace which suited us.
A great foof tour
Leanie S,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is an amazing food tour!! The stops on this tour is well picked. Every dish was delicious and enjoyable. Our guide, Steve, made it very special and interesting with additional information on the area. Love his sense of humour!! We signed up for another food tour him in a different area the day after.
Fantastic, diverse culinary adventure.
but in purple,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour based around Chinatown. Disha was an excellent, knowledgeable guide and the variety of dishes was broad and delicious. Even though I love Malaysian and Chinese food there were a bunch of things I had never had before. 100% recommend
Eating my way through KL Chinatown
athim2013,,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great to spend the morning eating my way through Kuala Lampur Chinatown. Disha was great company! She is such a warm, friendly, generous and informative hostess!
Focuses on Chinese food and good guidance throughout
Rmartin O,,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Dedicated foodie walked us through not only good Chinese food stops but several cultural stops as well.
Laksa Lanes Kuala Lumpur Food Tour with 14+ Tastings
KylieGall,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Disha was fantastic!!!!!! We absolutely loved all the restaurants and street stalls she took us to and the food was delicious- there is nothing I would change or improve! Disha’s local knowledge of the area, food and customs was extensive and we learned so much. Thank you for the perfect day!
So much Food!
txberardo,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Come hungry as there is so much food to taste. Honestly, too much. No one can eat that much. Loved the mix of food and Chinatown sights. Well done. Got to try some Michelin rated street food as well as local stars. My only issue is that there was no decent bathroom. Either major line or unsanitary conditions. Maybe plan accordingly for this.
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