Los Angeles · LOS ANGELES FOOD TOURS
Los Angeles eats time in traffic, so every booking has to earn its slot. These 9 los angeles food tours do, priced and timed so you can decide quickly.
Spend three hours walking Downtown LA with a local guide, sampling food at six stops and passing landmarks such as the Bradbury Building and The Last Bookstore. Tastings and water are included. Guides named in recent tour accounts include Chris, Scarlett, and Isa. The route involves some inclines and stairs.
“Did the tour in the company of tour guide Scarlet, lovely girl and very knowledgeable. The food was good too”
Meet your guide at Old Ben Park for a 2.5-hour walk through Avalon, tasting seafood, sweets and local recipes at six stops. Guides such as Carol, Janet and Lili share island stories along the way, with harbor views, historic sights and cocktails in the mix. You must be 21 or older to join.
“Lili was great! She knew a lot about the local history and city, and was very energetic and fun to be around.”
This three-hour walking tour pairs six food tastings with a guide-led look at Venice Beach, from its 1905 canals to Muscle Beach and the boardwalk. Expect dishes such as açaí, empanada, fish taco, quesabirria and churro waffle bites, plus local stories. Groups are capped at 12; guides have included Clovis, Sade, Brandon and Steve.
“Brandon was a great guide and provided an interesting history lesson! There’s so much rich detail in his narratives. The food was all amazing and he also gave fun background info on the dishes and the restaurants. There were some unique foods that we had never heard of and the flavors did not disappoint!”
Spend about four and a half hours exploring Malibu by open-air vehicle, with stops at the pier, wine country, Point Dume, Paradise Cove and the Country Mart. Guide Gavin is known for local stories, photo help and an easygoing approach. Complimentary wine, water and snacks are provided, and you can bring your own food and drinks.
“Such a fun tour! I am local native & Gavin is a great tour guide. He was very patient (the other customers brought a dog 🙄) and knowledgeable. He took us to places in Malibu that I did not know existed. Since we were a small tour with only 2 groups he was flexible & customized the tour to our liking. The bus is fun. We sat next to the open window even though it was overcast, we weee not cold. The wine was flowing! For the price, this tour is a steal. I highly recommend this tour if you’re interested in seeing Malibu & some beautiful beaches.”
Join a small group of up to eight for a 3.5-hour Beverly Hills walk starting at City Hall and ending on Rodeo Drive. Guide Brian Rodda often leads the tour, pairing generous food tastings and two alcoholic drinks with local stories, movie settings, and stops such as La Scala, Cantina Frida, and andSons Chocolatiers. Restaurant partners can change.
“Brian is truly the best! I did the tour with my parents during their visit here in LA, and we had such a blast. It was the perfect combination of eating, exploring, and learning new things about Beverly Hills. Can't recommend it enough, and so excited to do other tours from this company in the future.”
This five-and-a-half-hour walking tour starts at Chinatown’s West Gate at 10:45 am and visits Calle Olvera, Little Tokyo, the Bradbury Building, and Grand Central Market. You’ll sample food from several local businesses, including Japanese favorites such as sushi and mochi, while a guide like Jannine or Ulysses shares stories of downtown LA.
“We had a fantastic day with our lovely guide Jannine. Being a local, she gave us insights into the history and cultures that make up LA. We tasted so many types of amazing food. Highly recommend this tour.”
Start at the Original Farmers Market at 11 am, then walk about 1.2 miles through the Fairfax area with a guide and a group of up to 12. Expect five food stops, from bakery treats and empanadas to Thai food and gelato, plus stories about the market and neighborhood. Guides have included Matt, Jess, Robbie, Chris, Abby, and Derek.
“The food was great. Our tour guide Robbie was informative and very pleasant. I would recommend to family and friends.”
Spend 3.5 hours walking Downtown LA with a Six Taste guide, tasting enough food for a full meal at locally owned spots. The route includes Angels Flight, Grand Central Market, the 1893 Bradbury Building, and The Last Bookstore, followed by tacos and dessert. Groups are capped at 16.
“Hands down the best food tour I’ve ever been on! Sally and her daughter Madeline made downtown Los Angeles feel like a culinary playground. They turned a city that’s often thought of as ‘not walkable’ into an unforgettable adventure — part history lesson, part cultural journey, and part feast. Every stop was thoughtfully chosen, showcasing both the flavors and stories that make LA so unique. The food was absolutely phenomenal, but what really stood out was Sally’s gift for weaving in history lessons with delectable delights. In a nut shell: This tour is AMAZING — truly the best food tour I’ve ever taken! Sally and her daughter Madeline are warm,…”
Walk Downtown LA with an English-speaking guide, stopping for prepared tastings at places such as Grand Central Market, Guisados and Pitchoun Bakery. Expect tacos, barbecue, cheese and sweets, plus stories about the city’s history and architecture. Guides named Jean and Jean Michel have led the tour. The three-hour outing costs $89 per person.
“Excellent! Jean was personable, knowledgeable about the city and really made the tour interesting! Highly recommend him.”
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