
Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 145 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings worth booking?
Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings is a 3-hour experience in Seminyak, Indonesia, from $45 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 145 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (145)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $45 per person
Balinese food is an enigma to most and while the tourist strips along the beach are home to many a fine restaurant (though did you really come to Bali for burgers and Mexican tacos?). For those who truly want to get to grips with the island's fare, you'll need to explore the city's street vendors and local warung eateries. Fortunately, we've got you covered with our food tour, where you'll try 15+ tastes of Bali around the streets of old Denpasar. Our intimate groups, limited to just 8 guests, make it possible to visit humble beloved local favorites which have often been around for generations. While Bali's beaches might be tempting, you'd be one wonton short of a noodle bowl not to join our moveable evening food feast, to tickle your taste buds in places you'll never find alone.
What you get
About this experience
Balinese food is an enigma to most and while the tourist strips along the beach are home to many a fine restaurant (though did you really come to Bali for burgers and Mexican tacos?). For those who truly want to get to grips with the island's fare, you'll need to explore the city's street vendors and local warung eateries. Fortunately, we've got you covered with our food tour, where you'll try 15+ tastes of Bali around the streets of old Denpasar. Our intimate groups, limited to just 8 guests, make it possible to visit humble beloved local favorites which have often been around for generations. While Bali's beaches might be tempting, you'd be one wonton short of a noodle bowl not to join our moveable evening food feast, to tickle your taste buds in places you'll never find alone.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water and local drinks included
- 15+ food tastings included, more than any other Bali food tour
- Max 8 exclusive guests, smallest group size in Bali (private tour or 9+ guests - contact us)
- Led by professional foodie guides
- Moveable feast with 7-8 stops around the streets of old Denpasar
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks excluded
- Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded. Easy-to-find meeting point for all guests.
- Vegetarians have 3-4 less tastings due to limited alternatives at some vendors.
- Unsuitable for severe allergies, and celiac disease, due to risk of traces and cross-contamination
What you'll see and do
Denpasar
Our feasting tour of 15+ tastings invites guests on a culinary experience around the backstreets of old Denpasar led by our team of professional foodie guides. If you want to truly understand Balinese food, you need to do it from the warungs (local eateries), the street vendors and the night markets. 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: ✓ Suitable for mild gluten intolerances, but we advise against ✖️ celiac disease, as there are traces of gluten in 3-4 tastings with unavoidable soy sauce. ✖️Vegetarians have 3-4 less tastings due to limited alternatives at some vendors. ✖️ Unsuitable for severe allergies, due to risk of traces and cross-contamination. If you are feeling adventurous for a foodie journey, read on!
60 minutes here
Denpasar
While the beaches might be tempting, if you can tear yourself away for an evening, our Bali food tour offers a culinary insight you simply won't find along the tourist strips. Over 7-8 stops, our insider group has a maximum of 8 exclusive guests. We'll introduce you to the flavours of Bali in places you'd simply never find alone. Kick off with humble yet delicious fried piseng goreng, some Indonesian-style sate, before moving onto more complex flavours like Balinese Ayam betutu roasted chicken with sambal, Javanese soto babat beef soup at a wooden shack that's been open since 1969. Along with tipat tahu fried tofu with peanut sauce, and many more surprises among 15+ tastings. Meet the people behind the food, learn about Balinese culture and the ingredients that make it so unique.
120 minutes here
Denpasar
We'll venture to bustling Badung market to witness the lively nightly street eats of Balinese traders and their tasty fare. From the Indonesian rujak fruit salad to the pukis coconut sponge cake, this tour caps off a food extravaganza that would make you the envy of the other tourists stuck at the hotel pool. We'll find places only visited by locals-in-the-know. The tour concludes almost full circle outside a temple opposite Badung market, in the heart of the old town. Enjoy local hospitality and meet new friends along the way. End the tour armed with the knowledge you'll need to continue eating street food across Bali.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Seminyak
Meet your guide at the terrace bar/restaurant of the Inna Bali Heritage Hotel of Denpasar city. It's the outdoor bar on the opposite side of the road to the hotel sign with the white letters. It's easily reachable by taxi from the beachside hotels including Sanur, Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu and beyond.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour finishes at Badung Market, outside a nearby temple called ‘Pura Desa lan Puseh Desa Pekraman Denpasar’. This place is near the start point of the tour, around 700 metres / 10 mins walk. Your guide can help call a taxi if you wish.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- A Chef's Tour
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- See 'What to Expect' section and 'What's Included' for info on dietary restrictions
- We recommend comfortable shoes. Bring rain gear, if rain looks likely. There's lot of tastings to try, come hungry!
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 144 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
144 verified traveler reviews for Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Bali Food Tour
Food was good but tour was not very informative. Also, the number of stops was not very conducive to learning about Indonesia food.
via Viator
Amazing Introduction Balinese Food
This is my first time in Bali, and I know almost nothing about Balinese food. Our guide, Inna, was amazing. All the food was delicious, she sprinkled in bits of culture and historical knowledge about Denpasar and food preparation. She even helped me out when I started to get a headache. I highly recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Authentic Balinese Food!
"Rus" was a brilliant guide. He was really informative, food and general history of the area. As usual the food was great...left feeling very full! It was a nice small group so despite the traffic hussle and bustle we could hear him well. The markets had the most amazing, array of foods. All local people, no tourists so you get the "real" feel for Balinese wet/dry food shopping. We thoroughly enjoyed it!
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour of the street foods in Denpasar Bali
A good value and fantastic tour of the street food in Denpasar Bali. Our tour guide Rus met us at the agreed meeting point on time and was very friendly. He explained what the tour involved in great deal. We set out on a short walk to our first of many stops on the tour. We passed through the flower and produce markets in between food tasting. Rus Our guide explained in great detail the history of all our tastings. As well as the food history Rus was very informative on the history of Bali. When the tour came to an end, he walked us back to our meeting place and booked a taxi for us to and waited with us until we got into the taxi. All I can say is do not eat before you take this experience as you will not be hungry when you are finished.
via Tripadvisor
This was a well rounded...
This was a well rounded tour with a great guide. There was a range of yummy food and lots to look at. I found it quite busy and overwhelming with lots of noise but that was not the tour guides fault it was just the nature of the environment and my issue.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 51
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by A Chef's Tour, who run 84 experiences we rank across 49 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.6 and 10 in the 90+ Club.
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Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Seminyak.
How much does Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings cost?
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Prices start at $45 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Seminyak usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Seminyak is not rushed.
Is Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 145 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Seminyak, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings?
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Around 51 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Seminyak can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Seminyak and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Seminyak within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Seminyak?
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On Outty we rank every Seminyak experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Experts Bali Driver : Best Bali Private Driver for Tour in Bali, West Bali Tour: Taman Ayun, Ulun Danu Beratan, Jatiluwih Rice Terrace, Tanah Lot, Best of Bali 3-Day Packaged Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Seminyak?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Seminyak?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings?
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Included: Bottled water and local drinks included; 15+ food tastings included, more than any other Bali food tour; Max 8 exclusive guests, smallest group size in Bali (private tour or 9+ guests - contact u; Led by professional foodie guides; and Moveable feast with 7-8 stops around the streets of old Denpasar. Not included: Alcoholic drinks excluded; Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded. Easy-to-find meeting point for all guests; Vegetarians have 3-4 less tastings due to limited alternatives at some vendors; and Unsuitable for severe allergies, and celiac disease, due to risk of traces and cross-conta. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings?
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Meet your guide at the terrace bar/restaurant of the Inna Bali Heritage Hotel of Denpasar city. It's the outdoor bar on the opposite side of the road to the hotel sign with the white letters. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Bali Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings?
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Across 145 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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