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76 Five-Star Reviews

Real reviews from real guests who've walked through Malaysia's markets, eaten at family-run stalls, and taken our food tours since 2011. Every review here is from an actual guest — no fake testimonials.

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WHAT GUESTS SAY

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"Had the most amazing Penang street food tour. A real highlight of my travels. Our guide Grace was friendly and knowledgeable."

Matthew Kavanagh

Penang · Google
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"We loved our evening food tour with Ron. It was a great mix of learning about Penang's interesting history and enjoying the fantastic food spots. A nice way to get to know Penang!"

Kelly Robinson

Penang · Google
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"We had an amazing tour with Ron. He showed us all around town and had so many amazing stories to tell about the history and culture."

Kim Vrijsen

Penang · Google
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"Great tour, knowledgeable guide and well worth it. Food tasting and information on the history of the area all in one."

Marise Allan

Penang · Google
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"We enjoyed this fantastic tour last evening. Mark is an energetic, entertaining and passionate tour guide."

Jon Flint

Penang · Google
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"Great guide, lots of interesting local tips and has great recommendations for other places if you're travelling on from Penang!"

Rupert Wood

Penang · Google
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"I had the pleasure of taking this fantastic food tour wandering around the old streets of the beautiful world heritage area of Georgetown."

Carl Muies

Penang · Google
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"Simply Enak was an amazing street food tour through the heart of Georgetown. Our guide had a profound knowledge of the different cuisines and their histories."

Mark Collins

Penang · Google
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"Great tour that is so much more than amazing street food! Su Li made us feel comfortable from the very first moment. She guided us through the streets of historically rich George Town."

Titus Poel

Penang · Google
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"Our guide Suraiya was the best! We tasted about 15 dishes and finished with a cocktail. She incorporated tonnes of food while we learned so much about Malaysia and Penang."

Jasmin Stehbens

Penang · Google
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"More than just a food tour - Simply Enak is based on food, of course, but also the sources of food, culture, and history represented in every plate. I enjoyed exploring KL with our tour guide, Ezz. She is very knowledgeable and fun!"

Janice Leong

KL · Google
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"Did the Petaling Street tour. Mimi our guide was friendly, bubbly, knowledgeable. Coped amazingly well with our diverse group which included older members, kids and mobile phone-wielding people like me."

Thang Ngo

KL · Google
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"Pauline gave us a wonderful tour of Chinatown! So many things I'd not noticed before, all the wonderful tastes and flavours of Malaysia and relaxing cocktails. I've already recommended her to other friends."

Laura Scott

KL · Google
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"Love the fun and excitement moments to explore Kuala Lumpur. Thank you so much!"

Chloe Huey

KL · Google
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"We joined the Kuala Lumpur street food tour and it was great! We sampled tons of food at local places, and our guide was super knowledgeable."

Hannah Truong

KL · Google
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"Pauline was a great tour guide!"

Pauling Hee

KL · Google
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"We did the Secrets of KL tour, highly recommend this tour with Simply Enak. Lots of information and inside tips shared. We were full and satisfied with all the delicious food!"

Caitlin Quinlan

KL · Google
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"Amazing guide! Enjoyed beers with us too."

Corey Kulick

KL · Google
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"Had such a great tour, we still remember it 4 years later, and will revisit several great eats this trip! If you're looking for a tour run by real local foodies, look no further."

Mark

KL · Google
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"Fabulous! Recommend! Jackie great guide!"

Kylie Verstegen

KL · Google
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"The best guide in the world!"

Carina Åkesson

KL · Google
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"Great Experience. Thank you!!!!!!!"

Katharina Meißner

KL · Google
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"Pauline was an awesome guide for our food tour around Old KL. Even though it was super humid, she made the walk really fun with her friendly vibe and great stories. We stopped at some amazing spots for food, drinks, and little hidden gems."

Alicia Hiew

KL · Google
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"So much fun! Pauline was very knowledgeable and her personality was magnetic. She took us to local spots for bites that were tasty. So many unique flavours and interesting stories! Excellent tour overall!"

Amy Thorpe

KL · Google
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"Pauline is an amazing and fun food tour guide!"

Mable Leong

KL · Google
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"Thank you Pauline for an awesome and unforgettable experience!"

Li Eng Tan

KL · Google
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"I've been to Petaling Street a handful of times but never really gone beyond the usual. I decided to join Pauline's Simply Enak tour as a birthday outing with friends."

Cissie Au

KL · Google
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"This food tour was incredible! Ronald was an exceptional guide. He showed us lots of tasty foods and drinks but also taught us so much about the history and culture of Penang. Highly recommended!"

Laura Balanoff

Penang · Google
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"Great tour and a fun way to be introduced to Georgetown and Penang. Best food we had on our trip and our guide, Wei Shen, was fantastic and knowledgeable."

Holden Ross

Penang · Google
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"This tour was amazing. First and foremost was the guide, Gary - knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about Penang. He took us to family-run spots we never would have found on our own."

Matthew Granger

Penang · Google
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"Great introduction to Penang food and history. Wei Shen was knowledgeable and tailored the tour to our interests as a family with 9 and 12 year old kids."

Thili P

Penang · Google
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"We loved our evening food tour with Ron. It was a great mix of learning about Penang's interesting history and enjoying the fantastic food spots."

Kelly Robinson

Penang · Google
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"We thoroughly enjoyed this food tour. Ronald was a friendly and knowledgeable guide. We ate loads of amazing food while learning about the history of Penang. Highly recommended."

Jim Gray

Penang · Google
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"An incredibly enjoyable street tour with Simply Enak. Pauline was friendly, enthusiastic and adapted to our group and our needs."

Kimberly Sadones

Penang · Google
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"The tour was excellent and the food delicious. Wei Shen was a great host and provided a really informative and enjoyable tour. It was the highlight of my trip to Penang."

Sue B

Penang · Google
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"We really enjoyed our tour with Wei Shen and went back to the samosa and kuih restaurants the next day because we liked them so much."

Johannes C

Penang · Google
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"What an excellent way to explore the city and the cuisine. We ate across three restaurants covering the 3 main cuisines."

David Sullivan

Penang · Google
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"I booked before leaving the UK and was able to discuss which trip I wanted via WhatsApp which was really helpful. Had a fun day with Gary exploring food and local spots."

Katie Keat

Penang · Google
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"Great tour of Georgetown's culinary delights with Gary, ending in a fun evening out. Recommend you do this early in your stay so you can go back and visit some of the restaurants again!"

Anita Law

Penang · Google
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"Gary was GREAT! I joined the Penang Street Food Tour and I'm so glad I did. We tasted Chinese, Nyonya & Indian dishes."

Sadra Sumner

Penang · Google
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"This has got to be the best way to experience dining in Penang. Small groups, passionate guides, incredible food."

Kristof Kazmer

Penang · Google
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"This food trail and historical tour is a wonderful blend of local flavours and rich storytelling. Each stop pairs a delicious bite with thoughtful insights into the city's past, bringing its history to life in a natural, engaging way."

T Esp

KL · Google
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"We did the KL Street Food Walk with Danny this morning. We had an amazing time, Danny was a great host, sharing not only so much tasty food but also the hidden secrets of KL back lanes. We saw amazing street art, and found the coolest bookshop we've ever seen. Highly recommend Simply Enak."

Simon Brodie

KL · Google
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"The walking tour with Pauline was an amazing experience. We have been living in Kuala Lumpur for eight months now and this was the deepest dive into local culture and cuisine we have experienced so far. You will end up sitting at a hawker stall, eating and talking like a local."

Andreas Moeckel

KL · Google
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"The Secrets of KL Food Tour led by Pauline was an amazing and fantastic experience for our group of 10 senior ladies. She shared interesting stories and the history of the places she took us through Petaling Street. Pauline took great care to ensure we all had a wonderful time."

Sushil Kaur

KL · Google
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"Pauline was an amazing guide, the perfect mix of local knowledge, sightseeing, food and laughs along the way!"

Briar Houston

KL · Google
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"In the 15+ countries I've been privileged to visit, this was the BEST food tour experience I've ever had. We enjoyed it so much, we immediately booked another tour with Simply Enak for Kuala Lumpur."

Daniel Esquivel

KL · Google
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"Our night walking food tour was simply fabulous, even periods of heavy rain did not stop the excitement. We were shown, explained and experienced street food and drinks all-things-Malaysian."

Ann Lindner

KL · Google
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"Thank you Pauline for a wonderfully immersive food experience in KL! One of the friendliest and most energetic people you will ever meet, with lots of cool stories to tell about the history of the streets. Highly recommended!"

Michelle Lee

KL · Google
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"Our family of 4 had a fantastic time with Danny on the street food tour. It was a great mix of good food and learning about the history of Chinatown. There was plenty of good food for both adults and fussy children. Highly recommend."

Tim Scholes

KL · Google
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"After five years in KL, I thought I knew Chinatown - until I joined Simply Enak's food tour. Pauline navigated the maze of street stalls with ease, pointing out local favourites and hidden gems I'd never have found on my own."

Kathryn Stucky

KL · Google
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"I have been staying in KL more than 10 years but this tour made me feel like a tourist with new experience in hidden gems of KL! It was really great food, arts and cocktail tour led by Pauline."

Jayoung Jun

KL · Google
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"We did the KL street food tour with Pauline this morning - it was fantastic. She was so knowledgeable and friendly - and we ate many delicious things from places we would never have found ourselves. Highly recommend."

Gina Harris

KL · Google
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"Pauline walked us through a local market, and we got to try local fruit, drinks, and other delicacies. Beef rendang was amazing! Pauline was full of knowledge about Malaysian food and history."

Mayuko Iwaki Perkins

KL · Google
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"Pauline was very engaging and knowledgeable. We had a fascinating walk through the markets, ate some lovely food. A great way to spend an afternoon in KL."

Cale Bennett

KL · Google
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"Pauline was the best guide one could have - professional and very well-versed with the food, culture, and history of Kuala Lumpur. She knew the ins and outs of the city and took us to the most amazing local eateries, away from the touristy spots."

Anubhav Sapra

KL · Google
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"We did a tour with Pauline and had a fantastic time. On request we did not want to go to any touristy places but instead wanted to experience life in KL like a local. And so we were amazed! We learned a lot about the culture and history."

Vsm

KL · Google
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"I joined the tour with Pauline and I highly recommend this KL street food tour to anyone looking for a local and personal experience! Pauline not only takes you to all the local street vendors to taste the delicious food that locals eat, but also shares the stories behind each dish."

Janne Maas

KL · Google
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"Jackie was our guide around KL's off-the-tourist-track street food and cocktail places. She was the best guide. She showed us how to navigate the local transport and told us all about the local culture and stories."

Sheila Fahy

KL · Google
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"Brilliant experience, great way to explore Chinatown and try different foods! Pauline was fantastic!"

Nick K. O'Reilly

KL · Google
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"Excellent tour. Jackie took us around the food market, explained everything we saw. Purchased a little bit of this and that and later took us to a quiet area to tuck in. The food choices were great."

Neil Allen

KL · Google
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"Wonderful guided tour, Pauline was amazing and made the night all the more enjoyable."

Mark Anning

KL · Google
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"One of a kind experience! Simply Enak food tour is so much more than just about food. I got to taste authentic local food, experience the old Chinatown and Kampung Baru, whilst seeing the local culture and history through the eyes of a true local."

Meghan Wan

KL · Google
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"Pauline was a brilliant guide! She made our eating tour very enjoyable - interesting and amusing. Pauline showed a real passion for the areas we visited sharing great stories of her growing up in this district."

Charles Badenoch

KL · Google
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"Amazing experience. Highly recommend! Amazing tour given by a great guide and proud local. One of the best tours I've been on."

Kevin W

KL · Google
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"Pauline was the best guide! It is Chinese New Year and Ramadan, so it was very busy. Pauline made sure we didn't have to wait long for anything. She showed us all kinds of food and was very knowledgeable. Highly recommended!"

Tina Witt

KL · Google
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"Can not recommend Pauline enough! Her tour was insightful, fun and the food absolutely delicious! Truly a 5 star afternoon."

Amanda Blackford

KL · Google
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"I would thoroughly recommend this tour for those who are looking to see and experience Chinatown beyond what you see in your guide book! Our guide Pauline was very informative and we loved the experience."

Dan Foxman

KL · Google
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"When you're planning to go to Malaysia, a food tour with Simply Enak is a must-do! I experienced it in KL and I love how we've seen and tasted the nicest places and signature dishes."

Kim Cramer

KL · Google
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"Pauline, our tour guide was very professional and friendly. We had an enjoyable and such a fun time exploring the old and new vicinity of Petaling Street, namely Kwai Chai Hong and Rex KL."

E Hoon Ong

KL · Google
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"Very enjoyable tour, felt very relaxed with Jackie guiding us."

Mark Newton

KL · Google
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"We had a wonderful street food tour of KL Chinatown with Danny Ng. He was very knowledgeable and showed us many places and food items that were so new and fun. Danny is very friendly and kind."

Samuel Chang

KL · Google
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"The first thing my husband and I did when we arrived in KL was meet our fabulous and friendly tour guide Pauline. We spent the next 5 hours together exploring a local food market, trying new and interesting fruits, and eating delicious food."

Hannah Tydeman-Klassen

KL · Google
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"The tour is informative and Pauline is very energetic, helpful and knowledgeable."

Rachel Li Ying

KL · Google
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"Love it. Great food and drink experience. Our host Gary was very friendly and took us to really amazing places to eat - Indian, Malaysian and Chinese. The food was incredible. Definitely a 5 star tour!"

Leonardo Ricci

Penang · Google
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"We did a Georgetown evening food tour with Suraiya and loved every minute of it. Georgetown is an amazing city with incredible food and Suraiya brought it all to life."

Holly

Penang · Google

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