Philadelphia Food Tour: Michelin Guide Highlights

Indulge in an authentic Italian food tour in the heart of Philadelphia’s market district. Sample local cheeses, balsamic vinegar, pasta, pizza, and finish off with a delicious cannoli. BYOB and leave with a full belly!

Duration:
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

• Savor the flavors at Philadelphia’s renowned gourmet cheese shop. Enjoy expertly chosen samples and pairings at this famous destination, featuring hundreds of exclusive gourmet ingredients and delicacies.
• Connect with 5th generation business owners and employees—families who have shaped this community and are eager to share their passion for South Philly, their culinary creations, and products with you!
• Relish authentic Mexican corn tortillas fresh off the press.
• Dine like a local at a neighborhood upscale luncheonette. Delight in a slice of their signature square pizza and a market-sourced salad.
• Indulge in the best cannoli you’ve ever tasted at a century-old bakery—a true testament to tradition!
• Upgrade to a VIP tour and enjoy lunch at a 7-time Best of Philly winner and a South Philadelphia staple since 1900. Sit down to their famous pasta with meatballs and sauce, lunch with Chef Jacquie, relax with a glass of wine, and experience the authentic charm of the country’s oldest family-owned Italian restaurant!
• Take advantage of your 10% VIP shopping discount on the day of your tour. Your guide will share her culinary expertise to help you make the perfect purchases—whether you’re seeking the ideal wine and cheese pairing, stocking your pantry with gourmet luxuries, or improving your knife skills.

Tours can be tailored to meet dietary requirements. Vegetarian and Gluten-Free options available!

Tours offered in English and Italian!

Tour includes food, tax, and tips for waitstaff.

Points of Interest

  • Italian Market
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Food tasting
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase at the Italian Market)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

We are the only food tour company highlighted in the Michelin Green Guide of Philadelphia!

Eat like a local - Enjoy a non-touristy-food tour that leaves you FULL.

Cheeses, aged balsamic vinegar, homemade chips samples await you.

Then it is on to pizza, feel free to bring a bottle of wine or beer - this is a BYOB restaurant.

We finish off with a mini Italian cannoli.

  • Multi-lingual guide - English and Italian
  • Each child must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian options are available, please advise at time of booking if required.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - rain ponchos will be provided when raining
Location
Italian Market Visitor Center
South 9th Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Deborah_l
Aug 30, 2024
A must see in Philadelphia - Make this your first tour when visiting Philly - The Chef-Led Tour with Jackie was excellent in every way!! For visitors to Philadelphia who would like to experience great shops and food in the Italian Market, this tour is for you. Jackie is extremely knowledgeable and the “tastings” at the various establishments - from gelato, to cheese, and on to pork sandwiches and pizza - are more like regular servings. Bring your appetite!!! We had a wonderful time learning about the Market through Jackie’s experiences. Just exceptional!! A must see in Philadelphia!!
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Nancy_n
Aug 25, 2024
Great food great vibe! - The food was great! Loved the addition of the pork sandwich. We also loved hearing about the history of the area and meeting the shop owners and hearing their stories.
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W1765hvashleyr
Aug 21, 2024
Best food tour ever! - Best food tour ever!!!! Gluten-free friendly, yummy food, and cool history. Jacquie is a local to the neighborhood and you could tell she really knew her stuff.
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Amy_m
Aug 18, 2024
Wonderful Tour - Chef Jackie grew up in the area and had close relationships with all our stops. We left the tour well informed and full after tasting pork sandwiches, pizza, cannolis, cheese, sweets etc. I highly recommend
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Mary_c
Aug 3, 2024
Excellent Italian Market Tour - Chef Jacque provided an informative and well organized tour of the Italian market area. We visited many specialty food related places. There was quite a variety, and the food was delicious. Chef Jackie knows the history of the area and was able to provide excellent context.
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Kristin
Jul 13, 2024
Best tour ever! - One of the best tours I've ever been on! Chef Jacquie was a great guide through the history of the Italian Market, and so knowledgeable about the food. All the tastings were spot on! It was a fantastic experience that I am looking forward to sharing with more friends and family! Make sure you bring a shopping bag because you will buy stuff!
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Kumu_a
Jul 8, 2024
Foodie Tour - The eating And learning of the cultural heritage And how it started for the Itslians in America. The food was relevant And excellent, beat experience.
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Hope_m
Jul 7, 2024
History of the food, place and people - Just amazing. So much history and Chef Jackie did a great job of infusing history through food. Her charisma and ability to clearly communicate about the food, the place and the people!
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Michele_b
Jul 3, 2024
Engaging Tour by a True Local - This was an amazing tour from a true, well-travelled, local. Jacqui is engaging and shares her love of the Italian Market and its history with memories, historical detail, and flair. (We even got to hear some of the local "flair" when a truck blocked the road for a delivery!) Jacqui seems to know everyone and has made real relationships with the vendors -- even surprising one shop owner with his feature in National Geographic magazine! She explained why we've never liked cannoli before -- the ingredients, including some red wine! We really felt like a part of the market. VERY highly recommended tour.
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Michael_s
Jun 29, 2024
Don't miss the butter pecan biscotti. - Wonderful tour and some of the best food you can imagine. Jacquie should be mayor -she is such a great ambassador for the city.
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