This food tour takes you off-the-beaten path to Atlanta’s gorgeous Victorian neighborhood to try 12 mouth-watering tastings from 5 restaurants and food shops. The 3-hour small group tour will introduce you to the story of Atlanta’s founding and why Atlanta truly was a city built on food, while you taste modern Southern and Southern fusion dishes, such as short rib grilled cheese with slow braised beef and pimento cheese and fried catfish with cucumber wasabi soy sauce.
Your guide will entertain and inform you on the easy 2 mile walk with stories and insights into Atlanta’s settlement and the Civil War, Atlanta yesterday and today, and the city’s food culture. In fact, many guests tell us that this is the best value in the city because it’s both a food tour and a history tour in one! You’ll be introduced to neighborhoods and stories about Atlanta that even locals don’t know! Feed your belly and your mind with Atlanta’s most unique culinary experience.
Tasting Locations Include:
• Six Feet Under: the neighborhood’s top seafood joint
• Augustine’s: local gastropub
• My Friend’s Growler Shop: local-focused beer store
• Republic Social House: neighborhood watering hole
• Little Tart Bakeshop: French inspired pastry shopImportant Note: If you have food allergies or restrictions (such as vegetarian, gluten-free, or allergy restrictions) or if any person in your group doesn’t drink alcohol, please advise prior to the tour. Tour includes beef, shellfish, and nuts, but there are substitutions if you notify local operator in advance by specifying at the time of booking in the ‘special requirements’ field.
Points of Interest
- 437 Memorial Dr SE
- 8 food tastings and one alcoholic beverage included
- Expert guide on Southern food and Atlanta’s history
- Lunch covered
- Intimate small group experience
- Walking tour of historic Oakland Cemetery and Grant Park
- A range of alcoholic beverages available
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Immerse yourself in the future of classic Southern cooking while journeying through Atlanta’s rich history on this tantalizing food tour around the Victorian-esque Grant Park and the historic Oakland Cemetery. On this 2.5-hour intimate group tour, you’ll savor 8 modern Southern and fusion bites from three local establishments and food stores while our well-informed and energetic guide keeps you engaged. Learn about Atlanta’s transformation from a small railway township to Georgia’s state capital, and feast on delectable treats like the city’s beloved seafood joint’s shrimp and grits and a Southern fruit gallette from a James Beard nominated bakery. Experience why Atlanta’s foundation rests on food through this memorable culinary tour - an absolute delight for both foodies and history enthusiasts!
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. The tour is over 1 easy miles through Grant Park with plenty of rest stops. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water!
- Operates in all weather conditions, rain or shine; please dress appropriately and carry an umbrella.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Any food restrictions must be put in your booking notes or customers must contact us 24 hours before the tour for any menu changes to be acommodated.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
