Vancouver

Vancouver Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

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From $100.71

Price varies by group size

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

3 hours 30 minutes
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Vancouver's diverse food scene is a highlight of exploring the city, but finding the best neighborhood flavors requires a local connection. Discover the city's best eats on a walking tour of downtown and Gastown, which includes stops to taste Vancouver's famous sushi, classic Canadian poutine, ice cream, and a ‘secret dish.' It turns a meal into an adventure, and it's paired with tales of Vancouver culture and history.

Enjoy included tastings on a food tour of Vancouver
A small group tour means a personalized service
Get tips on where to eat, drink, and see
Convenient meeting point by a Skytrain station

What's Included

Succulent Porchetta in Italian bread
Poutine with a twist
Gourmet sushi
Authentic Mexican Taco
Artisanal Chocolate with a canadian twist
Our Delicious Secret Dish

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

207 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7, Canada
Well meet outside the Dominion building, your guide will be waiting for you with an orange umbrella and a big smile!

End point

The Portside Pub
7 Alexander St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1E9, Canada
The tour will end outside of Portside Pub in Gastown. The guide will give you suggestions or directions on where to go after.

What To Expect

Maple Tree Square

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gastown Steam Clock

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vancouver Lookout

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Olympic Cauldron (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

We strongly advise wearing comfortable walking shoes to all of our guests. Our tour runs a little over 3 hours.
Please dress appropriately as weather in Vancouver can bring all 4 seasons in one day! It does rain often, so keep that in mind.
Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews

4.5

166 reviews

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Horrible!

Ascean_R, May 2024

I had a very distasteful experience. They canceled my booking the day off and this in itself was very inconvenient given that I had planned my entire day around the tour. I will be taking my business else where.

Enjoyable food walking tour of Gastown

Thomas_B, May 2024

Had wonderful day on our tour with Landon. She was knowledge and friendly. The stops were well organized and enjoyed the food. Learned about Gastown and Vancouver.

Response from Host, May 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience, Thomas! We're glad you had a wonderful day with Landon on our Vancouver Walking Food Tour. Our team takes pride in organizing memorable experiences, and it's fantastic to know you enjoyed the journey. We hope to see you again!

Tasty

hoski, Apr 2024

Arsham was an excellent guide. My husband and I were the only ones on the tour so it was like a private tour. We enjoyed lots of tasty bites that filled us up for lunch. The sushi was the best. It rained the entire time which is typical of Vancouver, take an umbrella.

Landon lights up Gastown with a great tour.

Ken_H, Apr 2024

We had a great tour. We experienced a great tour, enjoyed new culinary experiences and learned about the history of Gastown. Landon our tour guide was very knowledgeable, matter of fact and funny as he guided us on our walk. The food was eclectic and very high quality. Our favorite restaurant was MeeT - Vegan food disguised as more traditional fare.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

We truly appreciate your positive feedback, Ken, and are delighted that you enjoyed your journey with Landon on our Vancouver food tour. Thank you for being a part of our culinary adventure!

Fun Tour

Mark_F, Mar 2024

Great Food Tour, great selection of food at the tour from pastries, pork, plant base, sushi and dessert . Our tour guide Landon is great and explains the items and history. Fun as well, we recommend to all foodies

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours, Mark, and we look forward to welcoming you back on another culinary adventure soon. We'll always be here to guide you through another delicious journey!

Great tour! Food & History

tltruitt9, Feb 2024

Great tour with Landon! Very knowledgeable and insightful throughout the tour. I would recommend for anyone looking to learn a bit of history and taste some great foods along the way.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another culinary adventure, tltruitt9. As you continue to explore new cities, remember that Secret Food Tours awaits you!

Fun despite freezing weather!

KM_K, Jan 2024

Landon was a great guide! Vancouver had unseasonably cold weather and many of the intended stops were closed. Landon did a great job problem solving.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Thanks for the feedback, KM! We always strive to adapt to unforeseen circumstances, ensuring our guests have a memorable and enjoyable experience in Vancouver. Your kind words inspire us to continue delivering exceptional service!

Tacoma Family Tastes Tour of Vancouver

Marion_L, Dec 2023

The food tour was top notch. All the places we tried were very delicious. Our guide Landon was very knowledgeable about each local food stop as well as the history of the surrounding areas in Gastown and Vancouver business developments. Landon was great - would recommend this food tour to my friends and family. Worth the time, money and gave us some yummy food in the area. Our three hour tour went so fast and the food amounts were very filling! Plan to be very hungry.

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thank you for sharing your positive review, Marion! We understand the value of your time and we're pleased that our tour allowed you to savor the best of Vancouver's local flavors. Our goal has always been to offer a seamless and flavorful experience, and we're glad Landon and our culinary choices contributed to a memorable time in Canada. We hope you'll join us again!

Tasty, Terrific, Tantalizing

mark_t, Dec 2023

A fun and filling walk around Gastown with a great guide and group! One of the first food tours that I ever got a fully satisfied appetite, too!

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thanks for the review, Mark! Your feedback is a testament to our team's commitment to providing excellent food tours in Vancouver. We appreciate you joining us and we look forward to hosting you again soon!

Scotch egg!!

Jackie_P, Oct 2023

Arsham was great as a guide. Really smart and entertaining. Got to b friends by the end. Lots of community info. Foods locations were the best.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Jackie! We appreciate your positive feedback about Arsham and we're sure this will motivate him even more to deliver excellent tours. We look forward to welcoming you on another culinary adventure soon!

Well worth doing

Eva_V, Oct 2023

Food was delicious and learned a bit about Vancouver history too. Th guide was very knowledgable and was local to the area

Response from Host, Oct 2023

We appreciate your positive feedback, Eva! Your comments highlight the idea behind our food tour - to combine the cultural richness of a destination with its flavors. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!

Highly recommend

AnaLiza_Q, Oct 2023

Gaby was our guide and she lead a group of 7 of us to 5 different stops; each one delicious and provided history about Gastown and the neighborhood. There was a surprise stop and surprise dessert. I left meeting friendly people, was so full for hours after, was able to walk around and go back to some places on my own. This is very well worth it. It was fun, a great way to experience a new city and the food choices were outstanding.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Ana! Providing a comprehensive experience that allows you to savor local flavors and explore several food stops is what we aim for. Your feedback is valuable, and we're here to make every tour exceptional!

Good food room for improvement

vdv8gzrs8k, Sep 2023

The food were good. Our guide has a lot to learn, but was kind and knowledgeable. Room for improvement would be learning to throw your voice so people can hear you, know your audience. Be able to pivot if things change or something is wrong or off. Example we were all early and it threw him. Read the notes before pick up and explain how the food comes. My husband is allergic to pork, and we knew there was a place with pork and that was fine. We he asked if we wanted something different and my husband agreed to a chicken sandwich instead of the pork. Sadly I don’t eat poultry. So we were no better off because it wasn’t explained that the items were split. Once we understood we were able to adjust accordingly. Learning about the district and having some incredible food was great. He did take a photo of all of us and said he was going to email it to us. I have yet to see it:(. He was a nice young man and I think will get it in the end. Again the food was great and the people on the tour were as well.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

We appreciate your feedback and insights regarding your recent food tour with us! It's fantastic that you enjoyed the culinary delights and found your fellow guests delightful. Effective communication and adaptability are key aspects we continuously emphasize in our training. We regret any inconvenience caused by the mix-up with dietary preferences, and we're working on improving how we communicate details to ensure a seamless experience for all guests. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours - where we're committed to providing unique culinary experiences. If you ever find yourself in another city, remember that we operate in over 60 locations worldwide, and we'd be delighted to have you join us again!

A true Vancouver treat!

Anna_P, Sep 2023

Hosts were informative, accommodating, and a lot of fun. And the great foods along the way was icing on the cake! Thank you!!!

Response from Host, Sep 2023

We sincerely appreciate your kind words and the time you've taken to share your feedback, Anna! It warms our hearts knowing that you found our guides knowledgeable and hospitable. Our team takes great pride in crafting memorable experiences that combine the pleasures of discovering delicious foods with the joy of learning about the local culture. Your positive remarks about our food tour truly validates our mission. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours, and we invite you again to explore our culinary adventures in over 60 cities worldwide. We look forward to welcoming you back for another flavorful exploration!

Great!

Melanie_W, Sep 2023

Small group which was great. Our guide was awesome! Due to the holiday some places were closed but he still was able to take us to some amazing secret spots with delicious food!

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, Melanie! Here at Secret Food Tours, we always aim to provide a unique and enjoyable culinary journey. We understand that unexpected closures can happen, but our guides are trained to adapt and ensure our guests have a fulfilling experience. Your positive feedback reinforces our commitment to showcasing the best culinary secrets in every city we operate. We'd like to take this opportunity to invite you again to explore our food tours in over 60 cities worldwide. We hope to have you again soon!

Food Fun in Vancouver

Sparky, Aug 2023

Great food samples at places I would not have tried. Ali and Anna were gracious and informative. Ali was energetic and engaged us as we walked from restaurant to restaurant. Thank you for another great food tour! We’ve done one in Lucerne (Switzerland), San Francisco (California), Amsterdam (Netherlands), and Quito (Ecuador).

Response from Host, Aug 2023

We're delighted to hear that the food samples exceeded your expectations and that you had the chance to try places you might not have otherwise. Our aim is to introduce you to culinary gems that create lasting memories, and we're thrilled that you enjoyed the selections. Ali and Anna truly are gems themselves! We're pleased that their graciousness and informative insights enhanced your tour. Ali's energy and engagement while guiding you between restaurants contribute to the vibrant atmosphere we strive to create. We're honored to have been a part of your culinary journey in multiple places around the world. From Lucerne to San Francisco, Amsterdam to Quito, it's wonderful to know that we've been able to share the joy of food and exploration with you.

Really nice food tour in Vancouver!

Pamela_R, Aug 2023

The porchetta sandwiches were to die for, and the other tastings were very good as well, although the maple candy was less than memorable and could be replaced with something more interesting. This was our third Secret Food tour and was different in that portions were bigger rather than bites, so we got full too fast! Gabby was an awesome guide-very knowledgeable and a pleasure to tour with. Note some of the Viator description on locations is inaccurate and should be updated.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on your recent experience with our Secret Food tour! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the porchetta sandwiches and found the other tastings to be delightful. Your feedback about the maple candy is duly noted, and we appreciate your suggestion for something more captivating to replace it. It's great to know that this was your third Secret Food tour and that you found this one to be distinct with its generous portions. We're sorry to hear that you got full a bit too quickly, but we're glad that you still had the chance to savor the flavors. We're absolutely delighted that Gabby made your tour memorable with her extensive knowledge and wonderful guiding skills. We'll make sure to pass along your compliments to her.

Bring an empty stomach !!

Lynette_B, Aug 2023

Plenty of food and a really good range. Local knowledge was great and lots of interesting stories. We have done many viator food tours and can really recommend.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on your recent tour experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the ample variety of food and the diverse range we offered. It's fantastic to know that our local insights resonated well with you, and we're pleased that you found the stories shared during the tour to be interesting. Your recommendation means a lot to us, especially coming from seasoned travelers who have experienced other Viator food tours. We're honored to have met your expectations and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences in the future. If you have any further feedback or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please feel free to let us know. Safe travels and warm regards!

I enjoyed this food tour...

Silke_S, Aug 2023

I enjoyed this food tour much. After this I have visited the restaurants. I can recommend it to all visitors of Vancouver.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience on the food tour in Vancouver! Exploring the local restaurants is definitely a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the city's culinary scene. Your recommendation will surely be valuable to other visitors looking for authentic dining experiences. If you need more recommendations or information about Vancouver or any other place, feel free to ask!

Fantastic!

Craig_J, Aug 2023

Great tour and an excellent host made this a memorable, fun experience! The food was varied and delicious.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic tour and that the host made it such a memorable and enjoyable experience for you! It sounds like the combination of a great tour guide and delicious, varied food really added to your enjoyment. If you have any more experiences like this in the future, we hope they're just as wonderful!