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Edinburgh Food Tour: Unique Local Dining
5.0
134 Ratings
Edinburgh
Discover Edinburgh’s culinary gems with our unique food tour. Enjoy superior-quality dishes, expert guides, and personalized experiences. Book now for a memorable feast.
Discover Edinburgh’s culinary gems with our unique food tour. Enjoy superior-quality dishes, expert guides, and personalized experiences. Book now for a memorable feast.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Skye Class Tours - The tour will commence at the reception of the Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection Hotel, situated between the Luckenbooths and Angels with Bagpipes restaurants.
- Old Town - Edinburgh’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is renowned as one of the most stunning cities globally. The tour explores the Old Town,…
- Skye Class Tours - The tour will commence at the reception of the Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection Hotel, situated between the Luckenbooths and Angels with Bagpipes restaurants.
- Old Town - Edinburgh’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is renowned as one of the most stunning cities globally. The tour explores the Old Town, visiting some of the finest restaurants and cafes. Many of the dining spots and stops are located in the Old Town.
- Royal Mile - The Royal Mile serves as the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. Although the street has five different names, this will be discussed during the tour. Approximately 15 minutes will be spent on the Royal Mile, highlighting key attractions between dining venues.
- St Giles’ Cathedral - Officially known as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, the tour will pass by and delve into the history of this magnificent church.
- Scott Monument - This gothic monument, dedicated to Sir Walter Scott, was once the tallest monument dedicated to a writer worldwide.
- New Town - The tour will either offer views of Edinburgh’s 250-year-old New Town or include visits to remarkable establishments within the New Town.
What's Included
- A wealth of knowledge, stories, history, and honest facts about Edinburgh and Scottish cuisine
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
- About 2 miles of walking combined between all stops
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
- A wealth of knowledge, stories, history, and honest facts about Edinburgh and Scottish cuisine
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
- About 2 miles of walking combined between all stops
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Chain restaurants, tourist traps, or microwaved food
- Hired actors who fake their passion of good food or expert knowledge,.
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Chain restaurants, tourist traps, or microwaved food
- Hired actors who fake their passion of good food or expert knowledge,.
Additional Information
Proudly locally owned and operated, this is no ordinary food tour. We explore outstanding restaurants and other venues offering top-notch cuisine. Our guides are among the most knowledgeable in the area. What sets us apart is that each tour is distinct.
We don’t visit the same locations daily, we have excellent relationships with the establishments, and…
Proudly locally owned and operated, this is no ordinary food tour. We explore outstanding restaurants and other venues offering top-notch cuisine. Our guides are among the most knowledgeable in the area. What sets us apart is that each tour is distinct.
We don’t visit the same locations daily, we have excellent relationships with the establishments, and we can accommodate special requests from our guests. We never include chain restaurants or tourist traps, and we assure you will leave our tour satisfied.
Additionally, we will showcase all the other premier dining spots in town. After all, enjoying three meals a day is crucial for a delightful vacation, so knowing where and what to eat is vital. Therefore, our tour is perfect for everyone. We also cater to most dietary needs, except for vegans.
Avoid food tours that rely on chain restaurants and tourist traps serving reheated food, with little regard for their guides, guests, or restaurants, and that focus more on drinks than food. Choose us instead.
- We can accommodate most dietary restrictions, but not vegans.
- Tour duration includes travel time, walking and waiting time at restaurants
- Please disclose any dietary restrictions, allergies, or intolerances when booking.
Location
Cheval Old Town Chambers
High Street
We will meet in the reception of the Marriott Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection Hotel. The entrance is between the Angels with Bagpipes and Luckenbooths restaurants. The guide will arrive up to 15 minutes before the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(134 Ratings)
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Davidbushell
Feb 16, 2026
Educational, funny, interesting, patient.. the whole experience was brilliant. Thank you so very much, we learnt so much - We would like to give a score of 10/5
Nichola was an exceptional host..
3 old English blokes had a lot of fun. We will be back.
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Steve_o
Feb 16, 2026
Must do food tour - Great way to see the city and hidden gems and eat at off the beaten track . Fantastic knowledgeable guide
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Shey
Jan 27, 2026
11/10 tour that is actually tailored. Excellent, personable local tour guide with a wealth of knowledge about Scottish food and - I recently did the "Premium Tailored Edinburgh" food tour with Nichola and if I could rate it 11/10 i would. She was an absolute delight, the food was awesome, and the history along the tour was a great bonus. We sampled five different food items (no spoilers) along a few different locations, with short walking between each spot. Every dish we tried was unique from the last and was influential to Scotland in some manner It was great getting to walk around town and see a few different sites along the way. Both the dishes and the history was expertly explained by our guide Nichola. Nichola is what really set this tour apart from others we have taken. She was warm and engaing while guiding us throughn the foods/locations. I really appreciated that she introduced us to authentic dishes while explaining their significance and the tradition behind them or how they originated. Each tasting item felt thoughtfully chosen and she even offered us two choices for one location, so they really do tailor this based on preference and weather. Her insight into Scottish history, customs, and local life added so much depth to the experience that I was not expecting when we originally booked. There was just 2 of us in the group, which could have felt awkward, but she handled it effortlessly with charm. She made the tour feel incredibly personal by engaging us in easy conversation encouraging/asking questions, and tailoring the experience so it felt like a private tour rather than a limitation due to the small size. Her genuine enthusiasm made the entire tour enjoyable, even when we were just walking from spot to spot. This will be the 5th food tour that I have gone on and the small touches that Nicola added has made it the best one yet. Not onyly that, but Nichola offered us advice on other places to eat after the tour, the best places to shop locally, other must see attractions that we shouldnt skip, etc. when our tour ended. (I was honestly disappointed when the tour came to an end. thats how wonderful it was.) I cant imagine a better guide and this experience will remain a standout highlight of my time in Edinburgh. Thank you so much Nichola!
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Erica_p
Jan 13, 2026
A Truly Tailored Food Tour and Home to Solo Travelers - This was hands-down one of the best food tours I’ve ever done and a huge part of that was our phenomenal guide Skye.
As a solo traveler, one of the most frustrating things is having tours canceled because there “aren’t enough people.” That never happened here. From the start, I felt welcomed, valued, and genuinely looked after...not just slotted into a group.
What made this tour exceptional is that it didn’t just take us to popular spots, he took us to true masters of their craft. Every stop was chosen with care and purpose. As we walked through Edinburgh’s streets, we weren’t just eating... we were learning the history of the neighborhoods, the stories behind the food, and even how to spot authentic local shops versus tourist-grade, overseas-made products. That alone made the experience feel deeper and more meaningful.
And the food… outstanding. Every dish came with rich stories, history, and context that made it taste even better. You could feel how much pride and knowledge went into every recommendation.
The tour is called tailored, and yes, it truly was. At one point, he casually mentioned another shop that wasn’t even on the itinerary. I was quietly thinking about how I might sneak back later to try it… and somehow he picked up on my excitement and made it our next stop. That level of attentiveness was incredible.
This tour felt personal, thoughtful, and full of genuine care. Not rushed, not scripted, and never generic.
I cannot recommend this enough for any food lover (so basically everyone), and especially for solo travelers looking for an experience that actually feels human, warm, and memorable.
If you’re in Edinburgh, book this. You won’t regret it.
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626selinam
Jan 12, 2026
Amazing tailored tour by Skye - Best food tour I have done thanks to Skye and his amazing curated tour. Got to try everything I wanted while in Scotland. Will be recommending this to friends travelling here
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Carolyn_m
Jan 11, 2026
This was an amazing... - This was an amazing experience. Not only was this a food tour it was also a history & social tour of Edinburgh. Absolutely loved it.
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Jen_l
Jan 7, 2026
Eat Your Way Through Edinburgh! - Skye did an amazing job providing us with an overview of the city and all the best bites in the city! He even had the ability to change some stops based on our interests! Truly personalized! Best scone I’ve ever had at a little local gem! Fantastic day!
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Kerrybp6507lf
Dec 8, 2025
Food tour - It was so much fun. Our guide was funny and the people we met were lovely. The food was so tasty. We went to six different places and I won’t spoil it by telling you what we had but it was worth the money
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Angel_r
Dec 7, 2025
Good time - Nichola was great. She was very personable. She gave enough history and fun talk to make every one comfortable. I would recommend the tour to anyone looking for good food, sight seeing and good company.
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Caitlin_c
Nov 24, 2025
Nichola was an incredible... - Nichola was an incredible guide! We ate so many good dishes and had a fun whisky/gin tasting as well. She also gave us some great history and facts about the city. Cannot recommend this tour enough!
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