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    Downtown Asheville Guided Food Tour

    Taste downtown Asheville with local food writer Stu Helm as your guide

    4.8 stars• 124 reviews
    From$90/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3.5 Hours

    Highlights

    Explore downtown Asheville’s food scene on a guided walking tour with Stu Helm, aka "The Food Fan." Visit his favorite restaurants, try bites and drinks, and hear local history and stories along the way.
    • Walk downtown with Stu Helm, aka "The Food Fan"
    • Taste bites and drinks at Stu’s favorite local restaurants
    • Learn Asheville history while passing historic buildings
    • Ask questions and hear stories throughout the tour
    • Plan for about 3.5 hours of walking

    Things to know

    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.

    Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and non-refundable.

    FAQs

    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.

    Meeting details

    The tour will meet in the lobby of the Kimpton Hotel Arras located at 7 Patton Ave

    Experience provided by Asheville Food Tours
    Experience provided by Asheville Food Tours

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    124 reviews•Google 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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    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!

    Photo of Susan Stow

    Susan Stow

    March 18, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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!

    Photo of Susan Stow

    Susan Stow

    March 18, 2026

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