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4 hours
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Penang is a diverse hub of culinary traditions, and the sheer breadth of local dishes can seem daunting at first. Worry not. Our curated Penang food tour offers a comprehensive introduction to some of George Town's most beloved dining spots, many of which are hidden gems not easily stumbled upon alone. During the tour, you'll take a deep dive into Penang's rich food culture and history, seeing how it has shaped the current gastronomic scene. You'll encounter the people behind the meals, salivate over 15+ tastings, and discover the key ingredients that have created this island's vibrant food scene.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
15+ food tastings included, more than any other Penang food tour
Bottled water and local soft drinks included
4 hours of feasting around the old George Town
Led by professional foodie guides
Maximum of 8 exclusive guests on each tour
Alcoholic drinks excluded
Pick up and drop off from your hotel excluded
George Town
Our feasting tour of 15+ tastings invites guests on a culinary experience around the backstreets of old George Town. It's a carefully curated foodie experience led by a team of professional Penang food 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, vegans, no-pork diets and those who follow a vegan diet ✘ Unsuitable for severe allergies. ✘ Unsuitable for severe gluten intolerances / coeliac, there are traces of gluten in soy sauce. ✔ Suitable for lactose intolerances. ✔ Suitable for no beef diets. If you are feeling adventurous for a foodie journey, read on!
George Town
Many are unaware of Penang’s unique culinary history, a mouthwatering mishmash of Malay, Indian and Southern Chinese culminating in a unique Nyonya cuisine. Penang might be one of South East Asia’s lesser visiting spots, but the culinary scene more than measures up to its neighbors. Four hours of feasting on our curated daily food experience awaits. Master your chopstick skills over sizzling plates of Hokkien char and char ho fun, dip lok lok in simmering aromatic hot pots, mop up daals and vegetable curries on banana leaf thalis and discover what colourful Nyonya kueh are among more than a dozen more sumptuous tastings at places you’d struggle to find alone.
332 reviews
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Enzo A,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
Excellent tour -- tons of great and diverse food + learn about the local culture and history. Ken is a fantastic guide!
Kejt R,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
We had an incredible time on this food tour! The food was absolutely amazing – every stop offered something delicious and unique. Our guide, Ken, was fantastic! Highly recommend to anyone looking to explore great local flavors with a great guide!
Deborah R,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
Had Rachel as our guide. Well planned itinerary, interesting commentary and an overall great time. Thank you so much for an incredible experience! There was a lot of food, and it was all delicious.
Dale P,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
We had an amazing evening of tasting foods from the various cultural groups - Malay, Indian and Chinese. Sandy our guide explained the heritage of the dishes and how they were made. The tastings kept on coming as we visited various stalls and restaurants. We tasted everything and it was truly an experience to remember.
Sophie F,
Jun 10, 2025
- Viator
We loved our food tour with Jenny in Penang. The food selections were delicious and filling and Jenny was an excellent guide with deep knowledge of Penang. She went above and beyond to make sure we all had a great time, including for our infant child. We would definitely recommend this tour!
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