Taste downtown Asheville with local food writer Stu Helm as your guide
3.5 Hours
Dietary restrictions, preferences, and allergies can’t be accommodated. Strollers may be difficult on hills, stairs, and cobblestones; a front/back pack is recommended. Only certified guide dogs are allowed.
All sales are final and non-refundable.
No. At this time, the tour can’t accommodate dietary restrictions, preferences, or allergies, including vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
Strollers may be difficult to maneuver on hills, stairs, and cobblestones. A front/back pack is recommended.
Yes. The food tour takes place rain or shine. Check the forecast and dress appropriately.
The tour will meet in the lobby of the Kimpton Hotel Arras located at 7 Patton Ave
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.
Stu was our guide through the restaurants of Asheville. We made 7 stops and had a fantastic time. Stu was a wealth of knowledge and made the whole tour fun and eventful. He read the crowd and knew exactly what we would like. Can’t recommend this tour and Stu enough!
Susan Stow
March 18, 2026
Stu was our guide through the restaurants of Asheville. We made 7 stops and had a fantastic time. Stu was a wealth of knowledge and made the whole tour fun and eventful. He read the crowd and knew exactly what we would like. Can’t recommend this tour and Stu enough!
Susan Stow
March 18, 2026