Downtown Charleston Food Tour in Charleston booking from $85.00

Downtown Charleston Food Tour

Overview

The 2.5-hour Downtown Charleston Culinary Tour visits four different food establishments and combines elements of a historical tour with a culinary adventure! Learn about Charleston's history as you enjoy tastings of traditional favorites and contemporary innovations, all of which highlight the cuisine of locally-owned restaurants. Insight into Lowcountry cuisine accompanies the broad range of samples on your food tour. This is our original tour around the French Quarter and City Market and focuses on the traditional flavors of the region.

City: Charleston

Tue 19 Nov

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What's Included

All pre-selected food tastings at 4 Charleston restaurants (meal for most)

2.5-Hour Downtown Charleston Culinary Walking Food Tour

City-Certified Tour Guide providing narration about Charleston's history and food

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS must be communicated directly to Charleston Culinary Tours (843-259-2966) at least *36 hours* before your scheduled tour in order to be accommodated.
Vegan, dairy/lactose, & soy restrictions cannot be adequately accommodated. Guests with multiple allergies should contact Charleston Culinary Tours prior to booking to confirm accommodation.
We cannot assume responsibility for those with severe allergies.
We make every effort to provide a full meal for all guests, however, substitutions for dietary restrictions may not be 1-for-1 with regular tour offerings.
We recommend weather-appropriate attire and comfortable walking shoes.
Tours operate rain or shine, hot or cold. In the rare cases of EXTREME weather (e.g. Hurricane!), we will notify all guests as soon as a decision to cancel has been made.
Not recommended for those under 8 years of age.
Not recommended for travelers with severe dietary needs
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS must be communicated in advance directly to Charleston Culinary Tours (843.259.2966 or [email protected])
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS cannot be accommodated without advance notice (at least 36 hours prior to tour time)
We cannot accommodate vegan, dairy/lactose, or soy restrictions
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Charleston

After meeting your foodie guide at the first restaurant location in downtown Charleston, you will begin your walking tour and visit 3-4 restaurants, where you'll sample dishes at each, and then a final stop for dessert. Each visit lasts 20 to 30 minutes, and you'll be seated to rest your legs. For most people, the amount of food served is enough for a meal. As you enjoy walking through this historical section of the city, listen to stories about Charleston's culture and cuisine from your guide, who points out landmarks along your route. This wonderful experience will end within walking distance of your starting point. *Please advise about Allergies in the ( Special Requirements section) during check out! *Dietary restrictions need to be communicated at least 24 hours in advance to be accommodated *Unfortunately we can not accommodate Vegan, Dairy Free or Soy Free diets

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (792)

ebrocky2

Jan 2019

I went on the Downtown Charleston Culinary Tour over Christmas vacation with several of my family members and we all had the best time! We visited four restaurants: Eli’s Table where we had AMAZING fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese (my favorite), chicken and waffles and delicious shrimp and grits. A LOT of food that got the tour off to an amazing start. The second stop was at The Blind Tiger where we had baked oysters, delicious mac and cheese and a charcuterie plate. Again, TONS of food that was all delicious. The weather was nice so we also went outside on the patio after which was lovely. The third restaurant, The Establishment, was a nice contrast to the first two restaurants with more fine dining including steak tartare, poached shrimp and a light and fresh salad. All was delicious and a great palate cleanser. The last stop for dessert was at Carmella’s. We had a hearty slice of delicious chocolate cake. A perfect last stop to cap off the tour. I can’t say enough good things about our experience, including our charismatic tour guide, Guilds Hollowell, a Charleston native. I would recommend this tour to anyone who loves food and is looking for a unique and fun way to spend an afternoon in a beautiful city.

Traveler29105

Dec 2018

Thought we would come away with suggestions for great dining in Charleston and interesting foodie facts but were really disappointed. Tastings weren’t that great and the guide spent more time talking about himself rather than the food or the restaurants.

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Thank you for taking the time to share your opinion with us. We pride ourselves in creating a delicious and informative dining experience for all our guests and are disappointed when we miss the mark. As per your concerns, we will look into our guides' tour content and restaurants' offerings to make sure that we exceed expectations for all future guests. Don't hesitate to contact us if you'd like to discuss this matter further. 843-259-2966 [email protected]

Gene409

Nov 2018

Excellent tour food was very good and plentiful. Dale was a terrific guide knowledgeable and very friendly

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Glad you had a great time with Dale on the Downtown Culinary Tour! Come back and join us any time!