Shop local markets, walk Charleston’s TwoBoroughs, and enjoy a chef-prepared meal
2.5 Hours
up to 16 people
Ingredient shopping, lunch
Explore Charleston on a walking food tour that starts with ingredient shopping and ends with a meal built around what you select. Meet your guide at The Veggie Bin, stroll historic Cannonborough-Elliotborough, and dine at a local restaurant.
This is a walking tour on uneven cobblestone streets and sidewalks. Gratuities, parking, and beverages other than water are not included and may cost extra.
Public tours: Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before tour time. Full refund if the operator cancels. Private tours: Full refund if cancelled in writing at least 1 month before; partial refund (minus $250 deposit + booking fees) if cancelled in writing at least 2 weeks before. No refund or rescheduling with less than two weeks' notice.
Bring a water bottle. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing; you’ll walk on uneven cobblestone streets and sidewalks.
Tours run rain or shine, so dress for the day’s weather.
Plan for gratuities for your guide, parking (nearby city garages are available), and any beverages other than water. Other drinks may be available for individual purchase, and a wine pairing add-on may be available at checkout.
The Veggie Bin
Charleston's food tour scene has a real gem in this operation, with guides like Mimi, Georgia, Alice, Simon, and Jessi consistently drawing praise for their depth of knowledge across both culinary history and the broader Charleston story. Reviewers repeatedly note leaving the tour full, well-informed, and armed with a long list of restaurants to revisit during the rest of their trip. One piece of advice that came up organically across multiple reviews: take this tour early in your visit rather than saving it for the end. The guides do such a thorough job covering the local food scene that you'll want time to act on their recommendations. The stops are also conveniently clustered downtown, so there's no serious walking involved, and the pace gets consistent praise for being well-organized and comfortable for all ages. For food lovers curious about Lowcountry cuisine, this is a genuinely worthwhile way to spend a few hours. The combination of knowledgeable guides, well-chosen restaurants, and the kind of local insight you won't find in a guidebook makes it a standout experience rather than a tourist checkbox.
Charley was an expert guide of 4 downtown eateries, sharing both food knowledge and local history and lore with a friendly smile. Highly recommend!
Elizabeth Kieffer
May 20, 2026
Charley was an expert guide of 4 downtown eateries, sharing both food knowledge and local history and lore with a friendly smile. Highly recommend!
Elizabeth Kieffer
May 20, 2026