Original Asheville Downtown Food Tour

Sample diverse cuisines at up to seven local eateries while exploring Asheville’s vibrant downtown scene

4.8 stars• 124 reviews

From$85/ person

Duration

3.5 hrs

Includes

Food tastings, Alcoholic drinks

Highlights

Discover Asheville’s culinary scene on a leisurely walking tour that stops at up to seven hand-picked eateries. Taste generous portions ranging from Southern staples to global flavors as you learn about the city’s keep-it-local spirit.

Visit up to seven downtown restaurants and food shops
Enjoy enough tastings to equal a full meal
Sip included alcoholic beverages at select stops
Learn about Asheville’s local food movement
Walk roughly 3.5 hours through historic streets

What's Included

Food tastings at 6–7 venues
Alcoholic beverages where offered

Things to know

Children are welcome but require a paid ticket if they will eat. The route features hills, stairs, and cobblestones, so strollers may be difficult. Dietary restrictions, preferences, or allergies cannot be accommodated.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final and non-refundable.

Review summary

4.8

Excellent

124 reviewsGoogle Maps

These tours deliver exactly what food-loving travelers hope for: generous portions, diverse tastings across 6+ locally-owned spots, and guides who genuinely know their stuff. Sarah, Stu, and Joe earn consistent praise for their infectious enthusiasm and deep knowledge of Asheville's culinary scene, history, and architecture. Multiple reviewers note getting bigger portions than typical food tours, with some saying they were completely stuffed by the end. The guides clearly have real relationships with restaurant owners and chefs, often securing special treatment for tour groups. Both visitors and locals rave about the experience, with several people taking multiple tours or planning return visits. The walking tour format through downtown works well for exploring the city while sampling everything from gelato to various cuisines. One reviewer noted that compared to larger cities, the ethnic food scene is somewhat limited, though this reflects Asheville itself rather than the tour selection. It's worth noting the company remained accommodating even during the city's recovery from Hurricane Helene, maintaining quality while supporting local businesses.