Lost Plate creates small-group food tours that lead curious travelers beyond the usual sights and into the local places that make a city memorable. Since 2013, their food-savvy guides have shared hidden neighborhood favorites acro...
Lost Plate creates small-group food tours that lead curious travelers beyond the usual sights and into the local places that make a city memorable. Since 2013, their food-savvy guides have shared hidden neighborhood favorites acro...
Portland food tours done right. Guides like Herb, Michelle, and Evangel consistently earn high praise for their genuine enthusiasm, deep local knowledge, and ability to make every guest feel at ease. From Portland's quirky food cart pods to the city's thriving coffee and donut scene, each tour weaves together great food with real stories about the people and neighborhoods behind it. What stands out most across reviews is how often guests mention trying things they never would have ordered on their own, and loving them. Dietary accommodations are handled smoothly, group sizes stay small and social, and the pacing feels relaxed rather than rushed. Locals and visitors alike come away with a fresh perspective on the city. If you're trying to decide between tours, the food cart experience and the coffee and donut tour both draw glowing feedback, each offering something distinct. The guides clearly take pride in what they do, and that energy tends to be contagious. Come hungry and ready to explore.
We had such a super tour with Herb. From the start he made everyone feel included and he certainly knows his food carts, their history and all manner of other interesting facts about Portland. It was a great experience on something totally unique. Not sure if we can every have food at a 'brick and mortar' restaurant in Portland again; the carts are just iconic. We can definitely recommend this tour.
von der Heyden Lab
August 15, 2026
We had such a super tour with Herb. From the start he made everyone feel included and he certainly knows his food carts, their history and all manner of other interesting facts about Portland. It was a great experience on something totally unique. Not sure if we can every have food at a 'brick and mortar' restaurant in Portland again; the carts are just iconic. We can definitely recommend this tour.
von der Heyden Lab
August 15, 2026