French Quarter Food History Walking Tour in New Orleans
Taste New Orleans culinary history across up to five French Quarter stops
Duration
3 hours
Ideal For
Up to 16 people
Includes
Food tastings, local guide
Highlights
Trace New Orleans' culinary history through savory and sweet local dishes in the French Quarter. Follow a licensed local guide as you explore the stories behind the city's food traditions.
- Sample up to nine dishes, from gumbo and poboys to pralines and bread pudding
- Explore classic Creole restaurants, sandwich shops, hot sauce bars and candy stores
- Discover culinary influences from Indigenous trading through 19th-century immigration
- Hear family stories and restaurant lore from a licensed local guide
- Find recommendations for dining and shopping after the tour
What's Included
- Up to nine food samples
- Licensed local guide
- Vegetarian menu option
Important details
- The set menu has no gluten-free, dairy-free or vegan options
- The route covers about 1 mile at a moderate walking pace and may be difficult to complete with walking limitations
- The tour runs rain or shine
- Venues are wheelchair accessible, though some require manual ramp setup
- Infants and babies in strollers do not need a ticket; advance notice is required
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. No refunds for no-shows, reschedules, or cancellations within 24 hours. Full refund if the operator cancels due to severe weather.
Product ID: 5BF3JE
FAQs
Up to 9 samples that amount to a filling lunch.
Yes, we now have a delicious Vegetarian Option that features Black-eyed Pea Soup, Veggie Jambalaya and more!
There are no shellfish served during the tour. However, 2 of the dishes are fried in the same oil as shellfish (shrimp, oysters), so we will want to know if that is problematic for you.
Meeting details
3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar, 310 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA
