New Orleans Food History Walking Tour
Sample iconic dishes at up to five stops as you uncover New Orleans' culinary heritage
From$90/ personincl. taxes and fees
Search all experiences
Discover what we've curated for you
Sample iconic dishes at up to five stops as you uncover New Orleans' culinary heritage
Discover what we've curated for you
3 hours
Up to 16 people
Food samples, Water, Local guide
Taste your way through New Orleans on a relaxed, 3-hour walking tour. Visit up to five spots and sample dishes that tell the city’s culinary story.
This set menu does not offer gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan options; a vegetarian option is available on request. The tour covers about 1 mile at a moderate pace. Infants in strollers do not need a ticket; please notify in advance.
Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before your tour. No refunds for no-shows, reschedules, or cancellations within 24 hours.
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.
3rd Block Depot – 316 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA
Gary stands out as the star guide here, earning consistent praise for his passionate storytelling and ability to weave New Orleans history with its culinary traditions. Guests love how he brings the city to life through humor and deep knowledge, making the tour engaging for everyone from history buffs to families with kids. Other guides like John, Meg, and Beth also lead tours, with most reviewers leaving satisfied and well-fed after sampling classic dishes like gumbo, muffaletta, and pralines at various French Quarter spots. A couple of visitors felt the tour leaned too heavily on scripted information or included stops at touristy souvenir shops that felt more commercial than authentic. The pace can vary by guide, with some delivering facts quickly while others create more space for conversation. Still, the overwhelming majority found this to be an excellent introduction to New Orleans, especially when done early in a trip to help plan the rest of your dining adventures. If you're looking for a foundation in Creole and Cajun cuisine combined with local history, this tour delivers that experience.
Informative and tasty!
Kara Kaplan
April 4, 2026
Informative and tasty!
Kara Kaplan
April 4, 2026