Culinary Tour of Historic Jacksonville
Savor curated food and drink pairings while strolling Jacksonville's charming Avondale neighborhood.
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Savor curated food and drink pairings while strolling Jacksonville's charming Avondale neighborhood.
Discover what we've curated for you
3 hrs
4-person minimum to depart people
Food tastings, Beverage pairings
Stroll tree-lined streets and grand historic homes while sampling expertly paired bites and beverages in Jacksonville's Avondale neighborhood. Led by a local insider, you’ll visit four acclaimed venues for a progressive tasting experience.
Participants must be 21 or older. The tour departs with a minimum of four guests and runs rain or shine. Severe or life-threatening allergies must be noted in advance; special diets such as vegan or gluten-free cannot be guaranteed. Pets are not permitted.
Q: How long is the Historic Avondale Culinary Pairing Tour?
A: The tour lasts about three hours and includes four or more tasting stops.
Q: Where does the tour meet and is parking available?
A: Check-in is at 3585 Saint Johns Ave, Jacksonville. Street parking is available nearby, but there is no onsite parking.
Q: What food and drink are included?
A: Each stop features a tapas-sized dish paired with wine or an artisanal cocktail. Combined, the tastings equal a generous lunch or dinner.
Q: Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
A: Limited accommodations may be possible with at least 24 hours’ notice. Vegan, kosher, dairy-free, sugar-free, soy-free, gluten-free, and pescatarian requests cannot be guaranteed.
Q: What should I bring or wear?
A: Wear comfortable shoes for walking about 10 blocks on uneven streets. Bring water in warmer months and an umbrella or poncho if rain is expected.
Q: What if it rains or I need to cancel?
A: Tours go out rain or shine. For extreme weather, tours will be refunded or rescheduled. Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
Full refund minus processing fees if canceled at least 48 hours before the scheduled tour. No refunds for cancellations within 48 hours, same-day cancellations, partial attendance, no-shows, or late arrivals. Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time.
3585 Saint Johns Ave, Jacksonville
This St. Augustine food and wine tour gets visitors genuinely excited, and it's clear the guides make all the difference. People rave about how Rob, Kimberly, René, and Mandy don't just shuttle you around on a golf cart – they bring the city's history alive while introducing you to restaurants you'd never discover on your own. The experience hits that sweet spot of being educational without feeling like a history lecture, with guides who know when to share fascinating tidbits and when to just let you enjoy the moment. Several reviewers mention celebrating birthdays, and the staff consistently goes out of their way to make those occasions special with thoughtful surprises. What really stands out is the quality and variety of the food and drink at each stop. You'll hit four different locations, and reviewers emphasize you'll leave genuinely full – this isn't one of those tours with tiny portions. The wine pours generously (sometimes more than people can finish), and everything arrives freshly prepared right when your group shows up. That precision requires a tight schedule, though, so take the advice seriously about arriving 15 minutes early. One couple learned this the hard way by being just a minute late, though their guide Mandy graciously helped them catch up. Whether you're visiting for the first time or you're a local looking to see your city differently, this seems to be a consistently wonderful experience that people call the highlight of their trip.
We took the Tasting Tour with Judi with an “i” She was great! No wonder she was voted Best Tour Guide. She picked us up at the church. Another couple and their grandson joined us. It wasnt long before Judi had us laughing together like old friends. My daughter and I would definitely recommend the Tasting Tours and especially Judi (with an i) The food was great, the wine stop was informative; a great way to see St Augustine. Next time, we will take this tour again. It was well worth it! Thank you Judi (with an i)💋
Donna Horvath
September 3, 2025
We took the Tasting Tour with Judi with an “i” She was great! No wonder she was voted Best Tour Guide. She picked us up at the church. Another couple and their grandson joined us. It wasnt long before Judi had us laughing together like old friends. My daughter and I would definitely recommend the Tasting Tours and especially Judi (with an i) The food was great, the wine stop was informative; a great way to see St Augustine. Next time, we will take this tour again. It was well worth it! Thank you Judi (with an i)💋
Donna Horvath
September 3, 2025