Brunch your way through Over-the-Rhine and ride the streetcar to Findlay Market
3 Hours
Food tastings, streetcar, guide
Explore Over-the-Rhine on a guided Saturday brunch walk, then hop the streetcar to Findlay Market for more tastings and local stories. Enjoy six stops featuring a mix of sweet and savory bites, with optional drinks available to buy along the way.
Children 5 and under are free but do not receive tastings (parents may share or bring snacks). Vegetarian dishes are available upon booking, but dietary needs cannot be guaranteed at every stop. Gratuities, parking fees, and additional beverages are not included.
Refundable Ticket: refundable up to 24 hours before the tour; within 24 hours, refunds are no longer available. Standard Ticket: no refunds or exchanges.
Substitutions are not available. You may give the beverage to a friend. Ice water is provided at sit-down locations.
Yes, booking in advance is recommended as tours can fill up
Gluten-free dishes are available at the majority of stops, but cross-contamination cannot be guaranteed. Guests with Celiac Disease may be asked to sign a waiver
1390 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH
Findlay Market sits at the heart of Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, and it serves as one of the most memorable stops on the Cincy Brunch Streetcar Food Tour. As Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market, Findlay Market has been feeding the city since 1852, and its iron-and-glass pavilion still hums with the same energy that drew German immigrants here generations ago. Stepping inside, you are greeted by the aroma of fresh-baked bread, sizzling meats, locally roasted coffee, and produce piled high at family-run stalls, a sensory introduction to the food culture that defines this part of Cincinnati.
On the tour, Findlay Market becomes more than a backdrop, it becomes a tasting room. Guests sample brunch-worthy bites from longtime market vendors, hearing the stories behind each shop and the families who have poured decades into their craft. You will weave between stalls of artisan cheeses, smoked sausages, hand-pulled pastries, and small-batch sweets, with your guide pointing out the details a casual visitor might miss. The streetcar makes reaching Findlay Market effortless, and the contrast between the sleek modern ride and the historic market hall captures exactly what makes this part of Cincinnati so compelling: old-world tradition thriving alongside a creative, fast-evolving food scene.
This stop is perfect for curious eaters, weekend explorers, couples looking for something different than a sit-down brunch, and visitors who want to understand Cincinnati through its flavors rather than just its skyline. Families enjoy the lively atmosphere, foodies appreciate the depth of local sourcing, and history lovers connect with the layers of immigrant heritage built into every brick. By the time you leave Findlay Market, you have eaten well, learned the neighborhood's backstory, and gathered a short list of places you will want to return to on your own. It is the kind of stop that turns a food tour into a lasting memory of Cincinnati.
Riverside Food & Culture Tours has clearly mastered the art of showing visitors the real Cincinnati. Guides like Beth, Laura, and Juliann earn consistent praise for being genuinely knowledgeable about local history while making tours feel conversational and fun rather than lecture-like. Reviewers mention discovering hidden gems and local spots they didn't know existed, then returning on their own afterward. The food and drink selections hit the mark, with thoughtful pairings at each stop that introduce you to Cincinnati's brewing heritage and culinary scene. What stands out is how engaging these guides make the experience even in less-than-ideal conditions. Multiple reviewers mention freezing temperatures that didn't dampen their enjoyment because the stories and interactions kept things lively. Both locals and visitors found value here, with Cincinnati residents discovering new perspectives on their own city. The tours cover various themes from bourbon and beer history to Findlay Market brunches and Over the Rhine cocktails, giving you options depending on your interests. Customer service gets particular mention for being accommodating with weather changes and dietary needs.
Fabulous! Perfect mix of food tasting and historical and trivia info. Make sure to wear comfy shoes because it is a lot of walking! Highly recommend 10/10!
Laura Witzka
April 12, 2026
Fabulous! Perfect mix of food tasting and historical and trivia info. Make sure to wear comfy shoes because it is a lot of walking! Highly recommend 10/10!
Laura Witzka
April 12, 2026