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15 Food Experiences in the USA to Build a Day Around

55 tours  ·  from $69 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 food experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami - Starting at the Tower Theater
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Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami

1.Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,882 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69Our pick

Follow a local guide through Little Havana’s Calle Ocho for a full lunch of Cuban favorites, coffee, juice, and a rum cocktail. You’ll visit Domino Park, Cuban Memorial Boulevard, El Pub, Party Cake Bakery, and Havana Classic Cigar. Guides such as Toni, Orlando, Mariela, and Ariel bring personal stories to the food and culture.

“Orlando gave a very informative tour. The food was delicious, especially the mojito. I would recommend this to anyone who would like to learn more about Cubans in the US.”

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New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option - Seafood gumbo, spice, and the first plates
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New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option

2.New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,118 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $75

Walk New Orleans’ French Quarter with a food-focused guide such as Jack, Susan, Nate, or Lauren. Over about three hours, you may sample gumbo, oysters, po-boys, jambalaya, muffuletta, brisket, pralines, and beignets at local restaurants. Choose the regular group or upgrade to a small group of no more than 13 people.

“Excellent tour with Nate v knowledgable answered all questions. Great sense of humour. Food 10/10 still feeling full hours later cannot fault at all. Would highly recommend. Big thanks Brad & Deborah for amending tickets and 100% communication.”

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NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports - Apollo Theater and Harlem’s Black history
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NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports

3.NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,805 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $84

Spend about six hours exploring New York beyond Manhattan, with stops at the Apollo Theater, Yankee Stadium, Flushing Meadows, Bushwick murals, Williamsburg, and Brooklyn Bridge Park. Guides such as Jim, Chris Lee, Solange, and Kevin share local stories while you ride between neighborhoods. Lunch is on your own at Bushwick, and the tour ends near Chinatown and Little Italy.

“So informative. You get a Birds Eye view of the four Boroughs. Keven was interesting, funny, and did a good job of answering questions”

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Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market - Pike Place Chowder starts the tasting parade
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Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market

4.Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,733 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $73

Meet a chef in a coat outside Simply Seattle and spend two hours tasting Pike Place Market favorites with a group of no more than 12. Expect chowder, cheese, chocolate, produce, and other local bites, with stops varying by route. Guides such as Will, Sylas, Noah, Scott, and Eric add market stories, vendor connections, and plenty of food knowledge.

“Come hungry and enjoy the experience. Get to know your chef guide and ask questions about the foods you’re tasting.”

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Savannah First Squares Culinary & Cultural Walking Food Tour - Starting on Broughton Street
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Savannah First Squares Culinary & Cultural Walking Food Tour

5.Savannah First Squares Culinary & Cultural Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,229 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $96

Walk Savannah’s Historic District with a local guide such as Gail, Shannon, Lisa, or Chris while sampling six dishes at specialty shops and restaurants. You’ll see Ellis, Franklin, and Johnson squares, historic River Street, and finish at Savannah Bee Company. Tastings equal a full lunch, but drinks cost extra and dietary choices are limited.

“We booked the tour on our most recent trip 1/22. It did not disappoint! Our guide, Beck, was very informative about the history of the town and a great tour guide! We stopped at 6 locations for small bites, but in the end it was filling enough for a lunch time tour. Would recommend!”

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NYC: Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour with 7 Flavorful Tastings - Canal Street, where neighborhoods meet
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NYC: Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour with 7 Flavorful Tastings

6.Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour with 7 Flavorful Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,733 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend about three hours walking from Mulberry Street through Chinatown, Little Italy, and Nolita while tasting dumplings, roast pork bun, mochi doughnuts, cannoli, pizza, cheesecake, and a secret dish. Guides such as Lauren, Renee, Hannah, Grace, and Amanda add local history and practical dining tips. Expect a full meal, steady walking, and a group of no more than 12.

“Fun tour! Our guide, Maud, was knowledgeable and I loved how she made conversations with all guests on the tour to make us feel comfortable and included. There was a LOT of yummy food on this tour, so save your bellies before you go :)”

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Nashville: Food Tour with 5+ Tastings of Local Delicacies - The East Nashville food lineup
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Nashville: Food Tour with 5+ Tastings of Local Delicacies

7.Food Tour with 5+ Tastings of Local Delicacies

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,704 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $98

Choose a 3.5-hour food walk through East Nashville or 12South, with five or more tastings, local stories, and a secret dish. Guides such as Colleen, Taylor, Mena, and Ben lead groups of up to 12. Expect Southern comfort food, murals, historic buildings, and about a mile of walking, with menus changing by location and availability.

“Write your review Mena!!! (phonetically Mee-Na) is a fabulous guide and he showed us the hip neighborhood of East Nashville! As we walked, and at every stop, we heard interesting info about the history and people and happenings of this eclectic area! Each and every stop had delicious food. From donuts to burgers to bbq, we had it all! Highly recommend enjoying this terrific taste of Nashville!”

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Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour - Jose Marti Park and Ybor City’s Cuban connection
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Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour

8.Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,210 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Meet at 12:30 pm by the Vincente Martinez-Ybor statue and walk through historic Ybor City with a local guide such as Cindy or Surch. Expect four to six generous tastings, often including a Cuban sandwich, shepherd’s pie, calzone, cannoli, and Cuban coffee. The tour ends where it starts.

“A slow paced walk through the old cigar district in Ybor city filled with history and delicious food. Come hungry because the portions are generous.”

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Original NYC Guided Food Tour of Chinatown and Little Italy - Crossing into Little Italy for cheese, olives, and pasta
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Original NYC Guided Food Tour of Chinatown and Little Italy

9.Original NYC Guided Food Tour of Chinatown and Little Italy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,194 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $130

Meet near Canal Street for a three-hour guided food walk through Chinatown and Little Italy. You’ll sample tea, pastries, dumplings, roast duck, Italian cheeses, pasta, wine or beer, and cannoli. Guides such as Patrick, Lily, Liz, and Solange add neighborhood stories and practical recommendations.

“Easy way to visit Chinatown and Little Italy. Our guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. We recommend this experience.”

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Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour - The Chicago hot dog is a lesson in local rules
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Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour

10.Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,962 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $84

Walk about 1.5 miles through Chicago’s Loop while tasting deep-dish pizza, a Chicago hot dog, Italian beef, Garrett popcorn, and a brownie or gelato. Guides such as Gabe, Fran, Jessika, and AJ mix food with architecture and local stories. A two-hour bike or kayak rental is included for use near your tour date.

“It wss a great experience. MJ knows his stuff. The food is good at nice places. It was better than expected.”

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Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings - Upper King Street brunch: biscuits, quiche, and sweet tea
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Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

11.Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,853 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108

Choose a French Quarter tour with chicken bog, she-crab soup, shrimp and grits, and Southern sweets, or an Upper King brunch with biscuits, quiche, fried green tomatoes, and banana pudding. A local guide such as Robin, Perry, Nathan, or Crystin leads the three-hour walk, with seven or more tastings and a surprise dish.

“Come with an appetite! This was a quick and fun way to taste some of Charleston's local foodie highlights from some well-known and top quality vendors and restaurants. Well worth it. Wear comfortable shoes. Wonderful guide in Kristen.”

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NYC: Greenwich Village Food Tour with 6 Locals Favorites Dishes - Starting near the IFC Center on Sixth Avenue
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NYC: Greenwich Village Food Tour with 6 Locals Favorites Dishes

12.Greenwich Village Food Tour with 6 Locals Favorites Dishes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,812 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $97

Walk Greenwich Village for about three hours with a local guide such as Lauren, Patrick, Amanda, or David. Expect six tastings: a bagel with cream cheese, falafel, pizza, cupcake, gourmet cookie, and a secret dish, plus neighborhood history and restaurant tips. Groups are limited to 12, with private tours available.

“David did an amazing job of not only bringing us to some interesting food establishments but provided their history in the context of Greenwich Village, including a secret stop that didn't disappoint. Despite the cold weather, he also toured us around the area and provided an architectural narrative while ensuring to bring us somewhere warm to thaw out! Highly recommend David and this tour.”

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Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail - Eating your way through Boston’s North End
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Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail

13.Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,772 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about five hours walking from Boston Harbor through the North End and along the Freedom Trail. You’ll taste bread, pizza, an Italian deli sandwich, coffee, pastry, and a local treat, then visit landmarks tied to Paul Revere, the Boston Tea Party, and the American Revolution. Guides such as Nabil, Lexie, Bob, and Claire bring local stories to a small group of up to 12.

“Lexie made the tours fun, informative and so enjoyable. We had our 7 year old with us and she went out of her way to make sure he was having fun. Would definitely schedule with her and Viator again. The food on the tour was great and all the stops were amazing.”

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Downtown Denver Food Tour - Marco’s Coal Fired and the Ballpark District
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Downtown Denver Food Tour

14.Downtown Denver Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,751 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

Spend about three hours walking downtown Denver with a food guide such as Austin, Barry, Michael, Dan, or Jess. Taste five generous specialties at local restaurants, hear Wild West stories, and finish with a Portuguese custard tart inside Union Station. Dietary alternatives require advance notice, and a three-drink pairing costs $30 extra.

“This is a great food tour and a great way to know the history of denver. Michael our guide was so attentive and made the tour great”

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Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours - Starting at El Siboney on Catherine Street
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Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours

15.Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,730 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Walk 1.2 miles through quieter Old Town streets while tasting five local dishes, Cuban coffee, key lime pie, and one alcoholic drink. Guides such as Kieran, Marissa, Mike, Kayla, and Kyle add local stories about food, architecture, and Conch culture. The tour lasts about three hours and ends near Duval Street.

“Great tour guide, many places we haven’t explored and such great food to experience Great value and time well spent”

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