Over-the-Rhine International Food Tour

Explore Over-the-Rhine through a progressive lunch of international flavors and neighborhood stories. Taste a changing selection of dishes while discovering the area's cultural history.

• Sample international dishes at locally owned restaurants
• Learn why Vine Street was called the "Paris of America" and how Prohibition shaped the neighborhood
• Admire multi-story murals, historic churches, and mid-1800s Italianate architecture
• Take home a restaurant shopping guide and streetcar map

Itinerary

Meet at Washington Park Your guide welcomes you in beautiful Washington Park, dating back to the 1860s. Learn why the iconic Music Hall is considered one of the most haunted venues in the world—and what lies hidden beneath your feet.

German Roots & Local History Weather permitting, begin at a modern-day beer garden owned by a native of Lübeck, Germany. Enjoy a delicious dish while hearing the story of German immigrants and how “Zinzinnati” came to be.

Global Flavors Begin Travel to the Pacific Islands of Hawaii with a steamed bun filled with char siu BBQ, slaw, and bubble tea. Along the way, discover how the neighborhood earned the name Over-the-Rhine.

Architecture & Art Stroll past stunning 1800s architecture and pause to admire Cincinnati’s famous outdoor murals, learning the stories and inspiration behind them.

Asian-Inspired Stop Visit a Vietnamese bistro to enjoy okonomiyaki—a savory pancake unlike anything you’ve tasted before.

Hidden Stories & Secrets Uncover why Cincinnati has hidden tunnels beneath its streets and learn the secret location of one of the country’s most celebrated cocktail lounges, named by Esquire magazine.

More International Bites Head to Mexico for a beloved dish known as “the turtle”—a guest favorite. Finish with something sweet: choose a delicate French macaron (and learn how it differs from a macaroon) or savor flaky Lebanese baklava at a Mediterranean restaurant known for its thin, topping-loaded pita pizzas.

Tour Finale Dine at sit-down restaurants throughout this progressive lunch tour, sampling both classic and adventurous dishes. Your knowledgeable guide will share insider recommendations for shops, bars, and restaurants so you can keep exploring long after the tour ends.

What's Included

• Progressive lunch
• Four sit-down dining experiences
• Small bubble tea
• Zaatarita cocktail for ages 21+
• Two dessert tastings
• Experienced tour guide
• Food guide and streetcar map

Important details

• Arrive 15 minutes before departure for check-in
• Tour runs rain or shine; wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes
• Expect walks of 3–4 city blocks between restaurants; a few entrances may require a step up
• Ages 21+ only for alcoholic beverage samples; bring a valid photo ID if you plan to drink alcohol
• Participation requires accepting a waiver covering weather, food-related illness, injury, and other tour risks
• Expect dietary accommodations cannot be guaranteed at every stop
• Pets are not permitted
• Parking fees, gratuities, and additional alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverages are not included in the listed price