• NuLu Marketplace - Start at NuLu Marketplace to enjoy a dish with unexpected Kentucky roots!
• East Market District - The NuLu District is Louisville’s most fashionable area. Historic brick buildings adorned with colorful murals line the streets, while art galleries and unique shops offer locally crafted items. Trendy local restaurants and bars serve craft beer and bourbon.

This culinary tour delves into the history of Louisville, NuLu, and Kentucky cuisine. Participants will savor Kentucky favorites like bourbon balls and fried chicken, along with sampling some local brews and spirits.

• Billy Goat Strut Alley - Discover the amusing origin story of two of Louisville’s most oddly named alleys.
• Thomas Edison Butchertown House - Learn about Thomas Edison’s time in Louisville and the Southern Exposition’s influence on the city.
• Muth’s Candies - Taste two Kentucky sweets from this historic candy shop, including a Louisville original named after a Victorian-era actress.

• Taste bourbon balls, Kentucky-style fried chicken, Hot Brown gravy, and more
• Authentic Kentucky cuisine served at multiple stops, equivalent to a full lunch
• Small group for a more personalized experience
• Fun & knowledgeable local guides
• Bourbon barrel-aged craft beer tasting

• Gratuities
• Transportation

Discover the lively NuLu and historic Butchertown with Louisville Food Tours on the original Nulu food tour, where you can savor the tastes of Louisville! During this engaging 3-hour experience, participants will visit local restaurants and indulge in delightful bites that highlight Louisville’s culinary traditions. Enjoy dishes such as biscuits & gravy with Appalachian origins, Kentucky-style fried chicken, a Louisville BBQ specialty, bourbon balls, a Prohibition-era Hot Brown gravy, and barrel-aged craft beer.

As you stroll through the historic streets of two of Louisville’s oldest neighborhoods, you’ll learn about the city’s rich history, explore a historic home once inhabited by Thomas Edison, taste a unique treat inspired by a Victorian actress, and follow the paths of the immigrants who influenced Louisville.

This tour often sells out. Be sure to book your spot early and bring your appetite!

• This tour can accommodate vegetarian options. Please notify us in advance at least 24h before the tour start time if you have any dietary restrictions or will not be drinking beer..
• This is an all ages, family-friendly tour. Children under the age of 2 are welcome to join this tour free of charge without a ticket.
• Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers roughly 1.5 miles of walking.
• Please note that the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
• Tours run in rain, shine, or snow unless weather becomes severe or constitutes a dangerous situation.
• Louisville Food Tours is proudly locally owned and operated!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.