Taste french fries and pairings on a Harvard Square walking tour
90 Minutes
Food tastings, guided walk
Explore Harvard Square on a guided walking food tour focused on french fries and pairings. Sample creative bites at local spots as you learn about the neighborhood.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Gratuities are not included (recommended $10 USD per guest).
Cancel at least 48 hours before the tour start time for a refund to the original payment method. Less than 48 hours before start: no refund and no reschedule. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refunded or rescheduled. If the operator cancels, you’ll be refunded in full. Private tours are not refundable.
Bring weather-appropriate clothes, walking shoes, a water bottle or other beverage, and an umbrella if needed.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Gratuities aren’t included. Guides appreciate tips; the recommended gratuity is $10 USD per guest.
Central Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts
These food tours hit differently by combining local culinary gems with unexpected elements like street art, history, and chocolate deep-dives. Guides like Sophie, Emily, Roberta, and Larom consistently earn praise for making guests feel like they're exploring with a knowledgeable friend rather than just following a script. The variety is impressive - you might find yourself painting on a graffiti wall in Central Square, learning donut etymology in Harvard Square, or sampling rare chocolate variations on Beacon Hill. The intimate, locally-focused approach really shines through. They partner with family-owned restaurants serving everything from Asian fusion to Peruvian cuisine, and even local Harvard students love discovering new favorites in their own backyard. Parents appreciate how engaging the tours are for teenagers, which is saying something. One reviewer noted the food portion of the Central Square tour felt light for the experience, though they mentioned additional stops were being added to address this. Overall, these tours deliver that sweet spot of being educational without feeling like a lecture, with enough delicious food to keep everyone happy.