London · FOOD TOURS
A shortlist worth sending a friend: 15 food tours, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you book.
London Bridge and Borough Market food tour with 7 British tastings, fish and chips, cheese, drinks, and a Secret Dish in 3 hours.
“Tom (OC) did an amazing job. His knowledge of the area was outstanding. The food was great (although a lot) come hungry. Thank you Tom”
A small-group Soho and Covent Garden food walk with 10+ dishes and drinks, guided music stops, and a pub dessert finish.
“There was TONS of food (and drink!) included on this tour, so try not to fill up too early. Our tour guide, Kevin, was fantastic. Even though it was 3.5 hours, the time flew by. Had a great time learning about Soho and checking out the local food scene! Highly recommend.”
East London Indian Food Tour with 8+ tastings in Brick Lane, plus lassi, tandoori, sweets, paan, and a secret dish. Small group.
“Ricki our guide was incredibly passionate and knowledgeable and he ensured we had a warm welcome everywhere we went! The food and facts were in abundance and every recommendation hit the spot perfectly. Make sure you’re hungry!”
A 3-hour small-group food walk through Borough Market and Bankside near London Bridge, with cider, cheese, fish and chips, and stories.
“Great way to explore Borough Market. Guide was very knowledgeable and fun. Great experience to do with a group.”
A 2-hour guided London walk with multiple cheese shop tastings, Prosecco, and a fun quiz, from Mayfair through Soho to Covent Garden.
“Lots of walking. BUT, well worth it, got to look around, find shops to go back to, and we tasted some amazing cheeses that we will be purchasing back home. Louis was an amazing tour guide, very personable and gave a good bit of info about each shop and each cheese”
London Soho in 3.5 hours with 7+ tastings plus alcohol at 10-or-fewer stops, from Carnaby to Chinatown, with local history.
“Loved the variety of food and knowledge of Paul the guide who made this tour really interesting and enjoyable A great way to learn about the history and life of people living in Soho .”
Private 3-hour London food tour with a welcome cocktail, dim sum, fish and chips, bagels, cheese, and dessert across Borough Market, Soho, and East End.
“Very expensive for what you get. Not a ton of variety or options. Tom was great though - knowledgeable and personable.”
Camden Market food tour with 7 tastings, artisan gin, gin plus cider and wine, and classic Camden stops, in about 3.5 hours.
“Ryan!!! The best! Camden was so vivid and bustling! Ryan guided all 2 of us around while sharing the rich history of that part of the city. Amy Winehouse came up a lot. So if you like her, this is the tour for you. The food choices were also great! And the drinks were a nice touch! Thank you, Ryan!!”
Taste African and Caribbean classics in Brixton with Obi, a local guide, plus street art, history, and a full 3-hour meal.
“This was hands down the best tour I’ve ever been on. Obi was our guide, and he made the entire three hours in Brixton unforgettable. It was my first time visiting, and from the moment the tour started, I felt like I was with friends I’d known for ages. The food was incredible—every stop was delicious—but what really stood out was how much I learned. Obi grew up in Brixton, and his knowledge of its history, especially the Black history that shaped the area, is unmatched. He’s an amazing storyteller who brings the culture and history to life in a way that’s fun, engaging, and never dull. If you’re visiting…”
East London food tour with two markets, lots of tastings, and smart local tips, guided by a small team in 3.5 hours.
“It was a great tour! The tour was very well organized and the food was delicious. Our guide Val was totally attentive, took care of everything and had a great sense of humor. Definitely recommended - again at any time!”
Sample East London Indian curries, tandoori, sweets, and secret bites on a 3-hour Brick Lane tour with drinks.
“Great tour! Shay was engaging and fun! Very knowledgeable about the area and the food. Answered tons of questions about Indian food and culture! Definitely recommend!”
Taste East London on a 3.5-hour guided walk through Spitalfields, Brick Lane, and Shoreditch with 8 tastings across 6 stops.
“David, our guide entertained us beautifully with all kinds of historical information and food facts on our East London food tour. Highly recommend. Not too much walking and just the right amount of food. Poppies Fish and Chips—the original—can’t be beat. A great variety of foods. Curry to bacon baps. YUM!”
Taste Soho and Chinatown in 3 hours with guided tastings of British, Indian, Mediterranean and Chinese dishes, plus dessert.
“Loved this tour!! Every stop had something diff and tasty – the pie, the curry, the ice cream! Whole thing was chill, not too long, and fun vibes all around. If you like eating (who doesn’t lol) you gotta try this.”
No Diet Club London bike and food tour, 3.5 hours of global tastings in South Bank and Camden, with a fun guide and local picks.
“Zoe was fantastic! The food was fantastic! The booking was fun, but should be reconsidered while there is so much construction.”
Taste London's East End on a 3-hour food walking tour with Brick Lane bagels, Poppies fish and chips, churros, wings, and more.
“The tour was delicious, educational and had a very diverse selection of food. Our guide was both friendly and full of information at each stop and had plenty of recommendations of what we should try.”
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