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Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour

4.5 (847)
Charleston, US
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Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour

4.5 (847)
Charleston, US
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Embark on a mouthwatering journey through the charming streets of historic Charleston, South Carolina with the Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour. This immersive 2.5-hour tour will not only introduce you to the rich history and culture of the Lowcountry but also treat your taste buds to a remarkable culinary experience. With stops at some of the city's leading restaurants, you'll get to savor delicious Southern delights like stone ground grits, Southern pralines, sweet tea, collard greens, Lowcountry barbeque, and fried green tomatoes. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this small-group tour ensures a personalized experience as you explore the city's culinary scene. Just remember to let us know about any food allergies in advance, and get ready to indulge in the flavors that make Charleston a true foodie paradise.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-12 Participants
  • Small Group Tour, Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Bottled water
  • Food Tastings
  • Local Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Transportation

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Introduction

Get ready to embark on a gastronomic adventure through the charming streets of historic Charleston, South Carolina with the captivating "Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour." Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the Lowcountry as you discover the remarkable culinary scene that this city has to offer. Join this small-group, 2.5-hour tour and get ready to indulge your senses with mouthwatering Southern delicacies and local favorites.

What to expect?

During the "Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour," you can anticipate an unforgettable culinary journey that will leave your taste buds begging for more. As you stroll through the picturesque streets, you will visit renowned restaurants, sample delicious stone ground grits, Southern pralines, classic sweet tea, collard greens, flavorful Lowcountry barbecue, and crispy fried green tomatoes. Each tasting will introduce you to the unique flavors and traditional dishes that define Charleston's culinary heritage.

Who is this for?

This delectable food tour caters to all food lovers who crave an immersive and authentic experience. Whether you are a seasoned traveler, a history enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates good food, this tour is tailor-made for you. Everyone from solo travelers seeking a local connection to foodies looking to expand their culinary horizons will find delight in this culinary exploration.

Why book this?

Indulging in the "Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour" is an excellent way to discover the heart and soul of both the city and its cuisine. Led by knowledgeable and passionate local guides, this tour provides an incredible insight into Charleston's rich history and culinary traditions. From the cobblestone streets to the historic French Quarter, every step of this journey is accompanied by engaging anecdotes and fascinating stories, making this not just a food tour, but a cultural experience.

Good to know

Prior to booking, please consider any food allergies and inform the tour organizers at least 48 hours in advance. While every effort is made to accommodate allergies, please note that substitutions may not be available at every location due to specific dietary restrictions. Wear comfortable shoes and get ready to walk approximately 2.5 hours while discovering the city's hidden culinary gems.

Reviews

Customers who have embarked on the "Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour" have unanimously praised it as a unique and delightful experience. They have commended the knowledgeable guides for their captivating storytelling and the excellent selection of diverse food tastings. Travelers have been delighted by the perfect blend of history, culture, and culinary delights, making this tour a must-do when visiting Charleston.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Bulldog Tours

Headquarter's for Charleston's best tour company, Bulldog Tours, which offers a variety of history, food, pub, and ghost tours on a daily/nightly schedule.

Charleston City Market

Built in the early 1800's, this four block historical landmark was originally the city's grocery store. Today, the City Market is home to a variety of local vendors that sell their art, crafts, and local wares.

French Quarter

French Quarter One of Charleston's oldest neighborhoods, the French Quarter is home to not only some of our most historical homes and churches but also some of our city's most famous restaurants.

Reviews

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4.5 (847)

Kim_D

This tour is well worth the money! We had a great experience! Visited several restaurants where we had some incredible food. You will not be hungry after the tour! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the restaurants as well as the town. Highly recommend this tour!

kathleenrT9446WG

We had an amazing time on our Charleston food tour with Faith Rose! She was so knowledgeable, not just about the various regional food specialties we sampled, but also about the history, the people, and the Southern culture that really added to the flavor of our experience. Her culinary background combined with her ability to bring history to life created such a lively, fun, and memorable “day date” for my husband and I. On our tour, we enjoyed brioche French toast bites w cream cheese frosting & praline sauce, followed by a biscuit with fried chicken, poached egg & creamy pork tasso gravy at Ruby Sunshine. Next, we had award-winning She-Crab bisque, fried green tomato & stone ground grits with tomato-bacon jam at 82 Queen, followed by a sampling of a variety of specialty Southern & Gulla-Geechee spices, pimento cheese, and iced tea at the Spice & Tea Exchange. We finished off our day with a pulled pork slider with cola glaze and crispy fried onions along with a sampling of Syrah & Pinot Grigio at Well Hung Vineyard tasting room. All in all, it was a fantastic experience. Thanks again, Faith! You are such a treasure!

407charleyb

Excellent tour with Graham on Easter. Informational and interesting. There wasn't much walking, because everything was close. Good food and more than enough to be a lunch.

Kenneth_F

We took this tour with Diane Rice who was a unbelievable guide, full of great information and fun facts about the origin of the food we were eating as well as the streets of Charleston. We had a great smattering of various foods hitting 4 locations where we had hand pies, a spice tasting, Shrimp and Grits, Hush Puppies, She-Crab Soup, Pimento Cheese, Pork Sliders, and Collard Greens!

KenF1555

We took this tour with Diane Rice who was a unbelievable guide, full of great information and fun facts about the origin of the food we were eating as well as the streets of Charleston. We had a great smattering of various foods hitting 4 locations where we had hand pies, a spice tasting, Shrimp and Grits, Hush Puppies, She-Crab Soup, Pimento Cheese, Pork Sliders, and Collard Greens!

joycemX3233BX

Food was great..guide was better. Choice of stops was varied. Walking pace perfect. Information shared by guide was not only educational but entertaining.

K2102VArobertb

We had a really enjoyable trip to Charleston and this food tour was one of the highlights. Jade did a great job teaching us some history and introducing us to some really good food. Would for sure do this again.

Carol_M

Outstanding tour, highly recommend. Dave was a great guide, great food stops, interesting history of area and food.

cakekitty

Before I dive in, I should disclose I am a food tour guide in another city, an avid food tour taker, and food history/stories are of highest interest to me. I also notice what other travelers don't as I understand the mechanics of a tour operator and what is involved in training a guide. We decided to book this tour after calling Bulldog Tours to find out which tour would be better for first timers to take as there was no itinerary of possible stops on their website. After many questions, and answers that weren't super helpful, I was told Savor the Flavors of Charleston Downtown Walking Food Tour would be better for first timers as this would give a decent intro to the Charleston food scene and the area. The website tells you it's 3-4 stops, however, each stop serves multiple things: the 1st stop provided 3 tastings ( a deviled egg which the guide kept calling hard boiled egg with lots of mustard; a yummy fried chicken slider, which I could have had 3 more of; and banana pudding. the 2nd stop at the spice store was interesting and we had a few samples there, too. The 3rd stop we had 2 things- a pulled pork slider,collard greens, and cornbread- of which the pulled pork was fridge cold and dry. The cornbread was ok. The 4th stop was the most disappointing and super TGIFridays-esque. We got a plate of Brussels sprouts and some cheese dip that was ok. None these tastings gave me a clear idea of what Charleston cuisine is or celebrated the culture behind it, which was the most frustrating thing about all of this! This specific tour is a missed opportunity to showcase the iconic foods every travel & food blog tells you is a must that a first timer is potentially looking for: things like fried green tomatoes, grits, biscuits, she-crab soup, Frogmore soup, etc. Is what we sampled iconic, classic Charleston? I wouldn't know because we were never told why we were sampling them or why these particular locations. Is it enough food to leave you full? Sure, it can be. We had 2 teen and pre-teen boys in our group who wanted to eat more at the end; personally, I didn't leave full but I wasn't hungry either. The tour guide, Thomas, was a lovely man. His pace was good, he gave some good historical info, and even gave personal anecdotes. From a personal stand point, he gets 5 stars for his lovely personality. The group however did most of the work at engaging ourselves in conversation as best as we could, with periods of silence when the conversation ran out... to which our guide didn't work to fill (as you can imagine, as a guide myself, this is a huge no no for me). This tour was an additional time slot Bulldog Tours added as their 3pm tour had already sold out. So, we were the 2nd 3pm tour and it felt like we got the "plan B" selections. For being the top tour company in Charleston, I had very high expectations from this food tour, none of which were met on this food tour. I will add we took a ghost tour with this company as well and it was a completely opposite experience and I highly recommend that. Sadly, we took this food tour as the 1st thing we did upon arriving and it didn't leave much to be desired. We weren't excited going into our 2nd tour (ghost & graveyard tour) with them, as you can imagine, but luckily that one exceeded our expectations!

Ann_F

The tour was not the flavors of Charleston but a disconnected stop of places by the starting point. It was not the culinary experience that I have experienced on other tours. I would not recommend.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-04 23:00
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