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Cincinnati Ethnic Food and Culture Tour in Over the Rhine

Cincinnati Ethnic Food and Culture Tour in Over the Rhine

Overview

Travel the world without leaving Cincinnati! If you’re looking for fun things to do in Cincinnati, this guided culinary tour will introduce you to some of the best ethnic food in town. Historic Over the Rhine is home to dozens of entrepreneurs. It truly is a place where different worlds collide.

The Ethnic Eats Tour begins in beautiful Washington Park, where the heart of Over the Rhine congregates. Here at the northern edge of Cincinnati, we'll enjoy dishes at 5 unique locally owned restaurants.
(Please note: Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate nut, food allergies, low carb, diabetes, gluten free, vegan or lactose free restrictions).

From centuries old buildings to new business opening every day, this tour will expose you to several modern-day artisans, from designers to shop keepers. By the end of the tour, you’ll have some amazing photos in front of iconic buildings and landmarks, and insider’s local knowledge of the food and drinks scene.

City: Cincinnati

Sun 27 Oct

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Starting at $69.00

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Sun 27 Oct

Starting at $69.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Some dishes may contain pork. If you avoid pork, notify us for the vegetarian option.

We visit 5 different shops and restaurants for a variety of dishes. We promise you won't leave hungry!

Local Professional guide

We cannot accommodate guests who need special dishes due to food allergies

Local taxes

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Gratuities for your tour guide are appreciated
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
All guests must check-in 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.
We cannot accommodate nut, food allergies, low carb, diabetes, gluten free, vegan or lactose free restrictions.

What To Expect

Washington Park

View the exterior of Music Hall and learn the history of Cincinnati's first German singing hall.

Over-the-Rhine

We stroll through the heart of this vibrant ethnic neighborhood, past local shops and restaurants hearing stories of the German immigrants

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (104)

mmadej0214

Feb 2021

BOOK THIS TOUR NOW! My fiancee and I needed a way to end the perfect Valentine's Day weekend and we did not know what to expect with Riverside Food Tours...but let me tell you we were not disappointed!! First off I can't say enough about Laura. From the get go, she was engaging, friendly, and personable (not to mention informational!). My fiancee and I and 2 other couples met in Washington Park. Laura made it clear that masks were of course required in the restaurants, but not outside. It was a little awkward in our group until we hit our first stop and then we became much more comfortable with each other including COVID. You will be eating and drinking with other as stated on their website. We did the ethnic food tour and stopped at Revolution Rotisserie, Bakersfield, Che, and Aladdin's. The other two stops were supposed to be Godfellas Pizza (too crowded) and the Macaron Bar (closed on V-Day). Need not to worry as Laura was prepared! We ended up eating the pizza in Aladdin's (the manager was so accommodating). We also ate the macarons there as Laura bought them on Saturday knowing they would be closed on Sunday. My favorite was Che with the empanadas. Laura is also so knowledgeable of Cincinnati and it was really cool to hear about the history of CIncy. She even brought pictures to show. To top off the day, my fiancee and I, and the other two couples went out to two bars after the tour! It was so nice to make friends with strangers and go out with them. We must've spent 6 hours with them! So make friends in your group and keep the day going after! Laura, we highly recommend this tour so thank you so much for an enjoyable day. We will try our best to book the Covington tour when we come back in October!

Response from Host

Feb 2021

Wow, thank you for sharing such a complimentary and in-depth review. We were fortunate to have the perfect mix of 3 couples on Valentine's Day. It's an added bonus for everyone when they hit it off and can continue with more drinks and fun after the tour. I appreciate you being so accommodating with the last minute changes. Our restaurant partners, like Aladdin's Eatery in OTR, also want the experience to be perfect and will go to the extreme to make that happen. We look forward to seeing you again!

Rob_S

Jan 2021

I did this tour with friends to be 'tourists' in our own town, and it was interesting and enjoyable. Laura, our guide, fit a lot of information about local history and characters into our walk. The selection of restaurants was great - and not just for the food. It really gave you a sense of what the older buildings and architecture have to offer in the revitalized areas of OTR. We barely fit all six stops in, but the actual walking is pretty minimal, and along the way you keep passing other places you want to go back to. One small cocktail was included at the end of our tour, but you could order drinks at every place you stopped - which is probably why we ran a bit short on time. To be faster, bring cash so you can pay for drinks and tips without waiting for change or for a server to run a card. You will definitely not be hungry when you are finished, but you may just decide to stick around for music and drinks at one of the great bars in the area. Whether you live here or are looking for something to do with visitors or are a visitor yourself, this is a great way to spend an afternoon and support fantastic local eateries at the same time.

mb192017

Dec 2020

My family of 6 really enjoyed this tour. Jackie knew so much about the history of the city. It was fun to learn a little along the way! All of the places we went were great. A lot of the tour was outside and when inside were able to maintain social distance. I'm looking forward to trying one of the other tours they offer. Highly recommend :)

Response from Host

Dec 2020

Thanks for choosing Riverside Food Tours for your family holiday outing. I'm happy to hear you all enjoyed the tour and felt safe along the way. We appreciate your high recommendation and look forward to seeing you again.