New Orleans: French Quarter Food Walking Tour with Tastings

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New Orleans: French Quarter Food Walking Tour with Tastings
4.9  / 5506 reviews
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Join a guided walking tour of the French Quarter of New Orleans and visit 5 distinct eateries to discover its eclectic cuisine. Taste 9 different food samples and experience the local food scene.

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Valeria – United States

It was an awesome opportunity to try numerous NOLA favorites. A lot of food. No dinner needed afterwards. guide was informative, engaging and provided good recommendations.

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Valeria – United States
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Martin – United Kingdom

Beth was fantastic. Knowledgeable and fun. The food was excellent and the tour well worth doing.

M
Martin – United Kingdom

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    316 Chartres St

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    Guided tour, Food tasting, Regional food (25 minutes)

  • On foot

    (5 minutes)

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    Guided tour, Food tasting, Regional food (25 minutes)

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    (5 minutes)

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    Street food, Guided tour, Food tasting, Regional food (20 minutes)

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    (10 minutes)

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    Street food, Guided tour, Food tasting, Regional food (35 minutes)

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    (10 minutes)

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    Guided tour, Food tasting, Regional food (45 minutes)

  • Finish at:

    Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Sample a wide range of Louisiana food staples like Boudin, Po-boys, Pralines and Gumbo
  • Visit Creole restaurants, boutique candy shops and hole-in-the-wall joints
  • Enjoy both of New Orleans' sandwiches: the Muffuletta and the Po-Boy
  • Discover the historic origins of the culinary heritage of New Orleans

Full description

Explore New Orleans' French Quarter on a guided foodie walking tour with up to 9 food tastings. Experience the flavors of New Orleans and learn about the local culture along the way. Meet your guide in the heart of the French Quarter and cross the lively Vieux Carré (Old Square) to your first stop: SoBou, part of the acclaimed Commander’s Palace enterprise. Relish in their rustic, Cajun-style gumbo served with warm potato salad. Head to a popular hot sauce bar to sample dozens of fiery hot sauce varieties. Continue to Leah’s Pralines and sample a typical Creole classic or the new bacon pecan brittle. Visit NOLA Poboys and learn more about the rich tradition of seafood in Louisiana before biting into a freshly fried catfish po-boy. Then, experience another New Orleans original, the meaty Muffuletta sandwich, and savory boudin balls. Next up is the Creole Cookery where you can tuck into some red beans and rice. Finally, finish your tour on a sweet note with a delectable dessert of bananas foster bread pudding.

Includes

  • Walking tour
  • Guide
  • Up to 9 food samples
  • Tips to servers/waitstaff
  • Water
  • Alcoholic beverages or soft drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips for the guide (optional)

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Vegans
  • Vegetarians

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Meeting point

Meet your guide inside the 3rd Block Depot restaurant.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • The tour will run rain or shine
  • This tour features a set menu and does not have a gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, or pork-free option
  • Please notify the activity provider of any food allergies (but not aversions, restrictions, etc.) when booking
  • Most of the restaurant stops feature fully stocked bars if you’d like to purchase a cold beverage (alcoholic or otherwise) during the tour

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 506 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Valeria – United StatesDecember 9, 2024  – Verified booking
It was an awesome opportunity to try numerous NOLA favorites. A lot of food. No dinner needed afterwards. guide was informative, engaging and provided good recommendations.
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Martin – United KingdomDecember 8, 2024  – Verified booking
Beth was fantastic. Knowledgeable and fun. The food was excellent and the tour well worth doing.
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Joan – United StatesNovember 14, 2024  – Verified booking
Great combination of food and history in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Loved trying different foods and learning of the different cultural aspects of the ingredients.
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Product ID: 76231

Activity provider:Doctor Gumbo Tours

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