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    Downtown Denver 2.5-Hour Food Tour

    Taste local favorites while uncovering Denver history on 16th Street

    5.0 stars• 4K reviews

    Duration

    2.5 hours

    Includes

    Four tastings, guided tour

    Highlights

    Explore downtown Denver's food scene and history on a guided walk along the reopened 16th Street. Sample local flavors while hearing stories behind the city's landmarks.

    • Savor a light lunch across four local restaurant tastings
    • Discover stories from Denver's past and evolving downtown
    • Spot landmarks including the Colorado State Capitol and Daniels & Fisher Clock Tower
    • Walk just under 1 mile at a light, leisurely pace with seated indoor tastings

    Itinerary

    1. Brown Palace: Start with a quick tour of one of Denver's most beautiful and historic hotels.
    2. Lazo Empanadas: Kick off your morning of tastings with a flaky, fresh-baked Argentinian empanada with chimichurri from a family-owned spot.
    3. Appaloosa Grill: Head over to a local joint inside a historic building for some typical Colorado fare: bison chili.
    4. Chopstickers: We'll stop here for handmade pork dumplings from a family-owned shop.
    5. Trompeau Bakery: End your tour with a delicious green chili and chicken sausage quiche from a popular, local French bakery

    What's Included

    • Four restaurant tastings
    • Guided food tour with a local foodie guide
    • Insider's Guide to Denver Dining
    • Water at all stops

    Important details

    • Check in 5–10 minutes before the scheduled start time
    • Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a jacket or umbrella as needed
    • Tours run rain or shine
    • Bring valid ID if ordering alcoholic drinks
    • Last-minute dietary substitutions are unavailable

    Cancellation Policy

    Refunds are available up to 24 hours before the tour start time. No-shows are charged the full price.

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    FAQs

    The tour meets inside the lobby of the Brown Palace hotel. Your guide will be inside wearing an orange "Delicious Denver Food Tours" button.

    All tours are walking food tours. Guests meet at the departure point and walk between stops.

    Four tastings at award-winning, locally owned restaurants, which make up a light lunch for most guests.

    Meeting details

    Brown Palace Hotel Lobby, 321 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202

    Experience provided by Delicious Denver Food Tours

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    $59

    Ages 12 and Under

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
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    This family-owned operation consistently delivers exceptional food tour experiences across Denver, with guides like Barry, Jessica, Nate, and Zach earning enthusiastic praise for their knowledge and energy. Reviewers who've done food tours around the world rank these among the very best, appreciating the generous portions (often full-size rather than just tastes) and carefully curated restaurant selections that showcase Denver's culinary scene. What really sets these tours apart is the combination of great food with genuinely engaging storytelling about Denver's history and neighborhoods. Guides are described as knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining, creating an experience that feels special rather than formulaic. The tours include thoughtful touches like private seating sections at restaurants, and the walking pace balances exploration with comfort. If you're visiting Denver and want to discover the food scene while learning about the city from passionate locals, this comes highly recommended.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Barry gave us a fantastic Denver food tour. He knows all the best places to go and so many city facts. I'm still full:)

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    Susan Evans

    September 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Barry gave us a fantastic Denver food tour. He knows all the best places to go and so many city facts. I'm still full:)

    Photo of Susan Evans

    Susan Evans

    September 3, 2026

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