The 15 Best Food Tours in Canada

1.Montreal Mile End Authentic Food Tour with 7 Delicacies Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,598 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $94Our pick

Spend about three hours walking through Montreal’s Mile End and nearby Little Italy while tasting smoked meat, bagels, poutine, gnocchi, cannoli, coffee, ice cream, and a surprise dish. Guides such as Eric, Lucas, Georgia, and Youlia add local stories and food tips. Groups are capped at 12, and private upgrades are available.

“Great tour on a snowy Sunday. Our tour guide, Simon, was very knowledgeable and pointed out additional restaurants to try. Lots of food to sample on this tour.”

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2.Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,863 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $116

Walk about five to eight flat city blocks through Gastown with an English-speaking guide such as Sean, Rachel, Andrea, or Connor. Expect six to seven food tastings, three to four drink samples, sit-down stops, local history, and dishes ranging from karaage and tortellini to poutine and waffles. Come hungry and dress for rain.

“Such great restaurant choices, fantastic variety and TWO dessert options. Loved that they include beverages (both alcoholic and non alcoholic options)”

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3.Old Quebec City Food Tour with 10+ Autentic Local Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,288 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend three hours walking inside Old Quebec’s UNESCO-listed walls, stopping at five local food spots for a hearty spread of soup, pâté chinois, maple taffy, brisket, poutine, croissant, fudge, mushrooms, and duck carpaccio. Guides such as Pamela, Samuel, Maude, and Pierre add city history and restaurant tips. Adult alcohol tickets include wine and gin pairings.

“Tour was excellent. Pamela our guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Loved her enthusiasm for the tour and for the city. She gave great recommendations for after the tour as well. This is a great tour to take early in your trip to get a lay of the land and check out some new foods.”

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4.Toronto’s International Food Tour – Kensington Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 786 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82

Walk Kensington Market with a local guide such as Jessica, William, or Jusep, stopping for six or more samples from cuisines including Quebecois, Jamaican, Chilean, Japanese, Tibetan, Swedish, and South African. The 2.5-hour tour serves enough food for lunch, skips long lines, and suits curious eaters who can manage moderate walking.

“William is an excellent guide, fun, informative, easy to understand & hear. The food was generous and interesting. Walking the neighborhood was great. Highly recommended.”

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5.The Only Locally Owned Non-Touristy Food Tour by Spade & Palacio

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 701 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $73Best value

Spend about three hours with a licensed local guide at Jean-Talon Market, Little Italy, and Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie. Taste market specialties, Salvadorian food, progressive coffee, and bean-to-bar chocolate while learning how Montreal’s Italian, Vietnamese, Latino, and Quebecois influences shape its food culture. Groups are limited to 10 people.

“Chris was knowledgeable/super personal. The walk wasn’t difficult. All the food selections were tasty and got to taste a few items because of the season. Very much enjoyed it If you are planning on buying at the market… bring a bag so you are prepared. Nice to see a different part of Montreal!”

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6.St Lawrence Market Food Tour with 6 Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 685 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $73

Spend about three hours walking from St. Lawrence Market to the Distillery District while sampling peameal bacon, pasta, poutine, butter tart, Nanaimo bar, and a secret dish. Guides such as Paris, Yulia, Julia, Ariel, and Carol add Toronto history and food context. Expect generous portions, outdoor walking, and a menu that may change.

“Lovely tour! I’m from Toronto and still found the historical stories were things I didn’t know about my city. Really good bites and tour guide, Ariel, was fantastic. Only food I didn’t think was good was the poutine which was disappointing - it was maybe 5/10 and there are way better vendors that have this dish between both areas.”

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7.A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 610 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $122

Join chef and guide Bob Sung, or occasionally Thomas, for a four-hour Chinatown walk starting at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. You’ll taste sweet and savory foods, drink tea, visit food and cultural shops, learn about Chinese Canadian history, and share a dim sum lunch. Groups are capped at 14.

“The tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Not only we were able to learn the rich history of the China town, but we also had amazing food in local restaurants. 10/10”

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8.Granville Island Market Food Tour by Vancouver Foodie Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 552 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $123

Meet your English-speaking guide at Granville Island Public Market for a two-hour, small-group tasting tour. Sample more than 20 foods, including Oyama salami, Lee’s Donuts, Canadian cheeses, Thai food, tea, pickles, coffee, and fresh bread. Guides such as Maggie, Lydia, Nolan, Michael, and Anjela add local history and practical Vancouver tips.

“Excellent tour of Granville market. Enjoyed the food as well as the history and stories about the vendors.”

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9.Gastown Historical Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 539 reviews · 3 hours · from $113

Meet your English-speaking guide at Waterfront Station for a three-hour walk through Gastown. You’ll hear colorful stories about Vancouver’s early days, visit eight food and drink stops, sample six dishes and four alcoholic beverages, and finish near Maple Tree Square. Guides including Sean, Kate, Rachel, and Andrea are known for warm, funny presentations.

“Tour guide, Sean, was very good, lots of fun. Enjoyed the food and drinks. Not too far to walk around Gastown.”

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10.Toronto’s First Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 526 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $74

Meet at Moonbean Coffee Company for a 2.5-hour walking tour through Kensington Market. You’ll visit independent shops, bakeries, cafés, and food stalls, tasting sweet and savory dishes from cultures including Tibetan, Jamaican, Mexican, Chinese, and more. Guides such as Odile and Damian add local history and practical Toronto tips.

“Our guide, Damian, was very informative regarding the history of the Kensington Market area of Toronto. The food chosen was delicious and diverse in culture. Accommodations were made for a gluten free guest. I highly recommend the tour!”

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11.Old Montreal Guided Food Tour with 8+ Local Delicacies Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 461 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about three hours walking Old Montreal and the Old Port with a local guide, stopping for smoked salmon bagels, poutine, cheese, charcuterie, a canelé, and seasonal savory dishes. A small group of up to 16 keeps the tour personal. Menus vary by day, availability, weather, and dietary needs.

“Cecile, our guide, was exceptional. She was knowledgeable and very personable. The food stops were amazing, each one had items that you would love to eat even when not on a tour. I recommend this to anyone that likes to eat.”

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12.#1 Rated Walking Food Tour with 7 Tastings and 4 Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 460 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Join Andrew, a tall, energetic local guide, for a small-group walk through downtown Kelowna and the Cultural District. You’ll sample seven foods and four drinks, including gelato, tea, pizza, tacos, local spirits, beer, and bakery treats, while visiting lakeside parks, Kasugai Japanese Garden, and several independent food spots.

“The tour was fabulous. We had an amazing time with Andrew. He is energetic, easy going, and kind. He has a great knowledge of Kelowna and is happy to share stories and information. The food at each stop was delicious and plentiful. We really had a terrific day and would highly recommend this experience.”

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13.Vancouver Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Sushi, Chocolate, and more

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 419 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $101

Walk from Hastings Street through Gastown and the waterfront with a guide such as Landon, Ilya, Amir, or Arsham. Expect six tastings, including sushi, a pork sandwich, Scotch egg, taco, dessert, and a secret dish. The relaxed 3.5-hour route mixes food, city history, and practical dining tips, with a maximum of 12 people.

“We had a wonderful time on this tour. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and gave us information not only on the food but also on the city itself. Food selections were delicious and showed the diversity of the food scene in Vancouver. I would highly recommend this tour. Our guide Anshan (sp?) was one of the best guides that we have had. Kudos!!”

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14.Combo Historical and Food Tour of Old Quebec

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 360 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $224

Spend about three hours walking through Old Quebec with a local guide such as Lynn, Danielle, Guy, or Marie. You’ll visit landmarks including Place Royale and Notre Dame Basilica, ride the funicular, and enjoy five food-and-drink courses at four highly rated restaurants. Come hungry and wear comfortable shoes.

“Marie was very informative and congenial. Her love for her native city is apparent and understandable. The food and wine/beer were delicious and each course very different.”

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15.Half-Day Jasper Culture Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $121

Meet your food guide at Jasper’s Parks Canada Visitor Information Center for a three-hour walk through downtown. Visit four local restaurants, taste four dishes with four alcoholic drinks, and hear stories about Jasper’s past, murals, and local food culture. Guides may include Nic, Tasha, Sarah, or Estelle.

“The food and drinks were tasty and came with a lot of local stories. We also got to see some nice murals around town. Our host Nic did a nice job.”

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