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Top 15 Food & Drink Tours in New Orleans

44 tours  ·  from $15 a head

A New Orleans weekend fills up fast. These 15 food & drink tours earn a slot in it, priced and timed so you can choose quickly and get back out onto the street.

New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option - Po-boys, jambalaya and hearty mains
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New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option

1.New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,118 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $75Our pick

Walk the French Quarter for about three hours with a guide who connects New Orleans food to the city’s culture and history. Tastings may include gumbo, po-boys, jambalaya, oysters, pralines and beignets. You’ll pass landmarks such as Cafe du Monde, and can upgrade to a group of no more than 13. Stops and dishes can change.

“Absolutely lovely experience. Jack was an incredible tour guide with such enthusiasm that was just fun! Food was all really delicious but be prepared for a bit of spice and lots of flavor. Lots of walking. Just a blast. Can’t recommend highly enough!”

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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour - Po’boys and the stories behind the bread
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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

2.New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,544 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

Start at 3rd Block Depot for gumbo, then follow a guide through the French Quarter for hot sauce, pralines, po’boys and other Creole and Cajun tastes. The three-hour tour pairs generous food samples with stories about New Orleans cuisine and culture. Groups are capped at 16, and guides have included Beth, Meg, John and Dylan.

“Wonderful and fun tour. This walking tour was a great way to taste the flavors of New Orleans and learn some of the amazing history of the city. Our guide was very knowledgeable.”

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New Orleans French Quarter Food Tour: Cajun, Creole and Culture - Jackson Square begins the walk
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New Orleans French Quarter Food Tour: Cajun, Creole and Culture

3.New Orleans French Quarter Food Tour: Cajun, Creole and Culture

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,246 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $81

This 2.5-hour, small-group walk pairs five New Orleans food samples with stories of Cajun and Creole culture. You’ll visit the French Market and Jackson Square, cover about 1.5 miles, and may meet guides such as Andre, Neil, Chip or Kaffey. Portions and stops can vary, but the tastings are intended to add up to a meal.

“We had a fantastic tour with Neil who is an expert on the culture, the cuisine and the history of New Orleans. We ate at some of the oldest restaurants in the French Quarter and gained a wealth of knowledge at the same time. Highly recommend Neil as a guide!”

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French Quarter walking Food Tour Famous Flavors of New Orleans - The tasting route: Creole classics and sweet finishes
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French Quarter walking Food Tour Famous Flavors of New Orleans

4.French Quarter walking Food Tour Famous Flavors of New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,115 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $75

Walk the French Quarter with a local guide, stopping for Creole and Cajun staples, pralines, pastries, and po-boys. Expect stories about food, architecture, Mardi Gras, and city legends, plus a route that may vary. Charles, Roger, Kim, Linda, Lyndel, and Tish are among the guides who have led the tour.

“Kimberly was a great tour guide, she was very friendly, very knowledgeable about New Orleans and their history. She took us to great places with amazing food. Definitely would recommend.”

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New Orleans Cocktail and Food History Tour - Gumbo and a Hurricane at Red Fish Grill
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New Orleans Cocktail and Food History Tour

5.New Orleans Cocktail and Food History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 819 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $160

Start at Red Fish Grill at 2 pm for gumbo and a Hurricane, then walk between French Quarter food stops for hot sauce, muffuletta, jambalaya, pralines, plantains and cocktails. Guides such as Meg, Ben and Gary share food and city history. The tour lasts about four hours, costs $160 per person and is for ages 21 and up.

“Ben was our guide and was awesome. Super knowledgeable about Louisiana and New Orleans history and food. Tour was well paced, featured a lot of classic NOLA highlights, and had great portions”

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New Orleans: French Quarter Food History Walking Tour - Gumbo, potato salad and the stories behind a bowl
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New Orleans: French Quarter Food History Walking Tour

6.French Quarter Food History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 713 reviews · 3 hours · from $85

Walk the French Quarter with an English-speaking guide, stopping for Louisiana favorites such as gumbo, catfish po-boy, muffuletta, boudin and praline. The three-hour route starts inside 3rd Block Depot and ends on Toulouse Street. Guides have included Beth, Gary, Meg and John. A vegetarian menu is available by request; vegan and gluten-free options are not.

“My Tour was very great. I really enjoyed it the Tour Guide because he was so interactive with us and he knew a lot of stuff about his city. I had a great time.”

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French Quarter walking Food Tour: Signature Tastes of New Orleans - Laura’s Candies and the praline stop
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French Quarter walking Food Tour: Signature Tastes of New Orleans

7.French Quarter walking Food Tour: Signature Tastes of New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 592 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

Meet near the French Market for a three-hour French Quarter walk with an English-speaking guide and tastings that add up to lunch. Expect Creole and Cajun staples, pralines from Laura’s Candies, and stories about the city and its food. Guides have included Charles, Roger, Kimberly and Reagan. Drinks are extra, and dietary substitutions are not available.

“Super fun tour with lots of information and good food along the way! Kimberly was a great tour guide!”

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The Premier New Orleans Food Tour - Gumbo and Étouffée, A Lesson in Local Cooking
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The Premier New Orleans Food Tour

8.The Premier New Orleans Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 398 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $81

Walk the French Quarter with a licensed local guide, tasting New Orleans staples such as gumbo, jambalaya, muffuletta and pecan praline. The three-hour tour starts at Market Cafe at 1:00 pm and ends at Tujague’s. Guides include Naif and Heidi; expect food, local history, and a moderate amount of walking.

“Naif was extremely knowledgeable, entertaining and a lot of fun. The food was amazing! I recommend this tour”

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Seven Three Distilling Tour and Tasting - Inside the production area
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Seven Three Distilling Tour and Tasting

9.Seven Three Distilling Tour and Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 319 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $15Best value

At Seven Three Distilling Co. in Old Treme, a guide leads a 45-minute tour through New Orleans distilling history and the working production area, then pours five house-made spirits. You’ll see the mash tun, bottling line, and custom double pot still. Guides have included Ashley, Rene, Brian, Emily, and Anthony. Groups are capped at 16.

“I forgot the lady name that gave the tour but she was very informative and answered all of our questions. It was fun and we learned a lot. Our tour was on 7/29/23 @ 3pm 😊”

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New Orleans: Beloved Bites & Famous Dishes Food Tour - From French Market stalls to local food traditions
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New Orleans: Beloved Bites & Famous Dishes Food Tour

10.Beloved Bites & Famous Dishes Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 239 reviews · from $76

Spend 2.5 hours walking the French Quarter and French Market with an English-speaking local guide. Expect four food stops and five samples, which may include beignets, gumbo, a po’boy or muffuletta, and a local sweet. Guides such as Kaffey, Neil and Chip have led tours, though your guide and the day’s dishes may vary.

“Caffey was an excellent tour guide! This was the absolute perfect way to start our first ever trip to New Orleans. Not only did we get to have a variety of great local food but we learned a ton and got so many great tips to make the rest of our visit even better. Highly recommend!”

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French Quarter Food Walking Tour - Three restaurant stops, with portions to keep in perspective
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French Quarter Food Walking Tour

11.French Quarter Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 202 reviews · from $41

Meet at 400 Royal Street at 3:00 pm for a guided walk through the French Quarter, stopping at local restaurants to sample dishes such as gumbo, red beans and rice, étouffée and po’ boy. Guides including Raffle share food and city history. Tastings vary, and the walk ends where it begins.

“This walking food tour was one of the highlights of my trip! Each stop offered something unique, and our guide was not only knowledgeable about the cuisine but also shared fun, fascinating stories about the history and culture of New Orleans. It felt like exploring the city with a friend who happens to be a local foodie. I left full, happy, and with a deeper appreciation for this vibrant city. Highly recommend to anyone looking to truly experience New Orleans.”

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New Orleans Food Walking Tour - Is $44 good value?
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New Orleans Food Walking Tour

12.New Orleans Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 185 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44

Walk the French Quarter with a guide such as Raffle or Don, stopping to sample New Orleans dishes and hear about the city’s food, buildings, and past. The 3:00 pm tour starts and ends at 400 Royal Street, lasts about two hours, and caps the group at 14. Portions are samples, not a full dinner.

“Guide was enthusiastic and informative he made numerous recommendations and his love of city was apparent to all”

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New Orleans: Combo Cocktail and Food History Tour - Stop for pralines and pecan brittle
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New Orleans: Combo Cocktail and Food History Tour

13.Combo Cocktail and Food History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 180 reviews · 4 hours · from $160

Walk from Red Fish Grill to Cane and Table with a local guide, tasting gumbo, pralines, muffuletta and more, alongside a Hurricane, Pimm’s Cup, French 75 and daiquiri. The route links historic French Quarter eateries with stories about Louisiana food and drink. A vegetarian option is available if requested when booking; the tour is not suitable for vegans or people with gluten intolerance.

“Awesome. Lived the quality of the food and drinks. Great history and great tour.”

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French Quarter Food Tour - Should you book it?
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French Quarter Food Tour

14.French Quarter Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Join an English-speaking guide at 11 a.m. for a three-hour walk through the French Quarter, with food tastings at six classic New Orleans stops. Expect seated tastings at four restaurants, two sidewalk stops, and stories linking Creole and Cajun dishes to the neighborhood. Guides such as Lisa and Brian lead groups capped at 12.

“Lisa was fantastic! She was very knowledgeable of the food and the history of the French Quarter. The restaurant and food selection was wonderful.”

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Cajun Food Bus Tour in Lafayette - Restaurant tastings and a possible crawfish boil
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Cajun Food Bus Tour in Lafayette

15.Cajun Food Bus Tour in Lafayette

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Spend about three hours and 15 minutes riding between five Lafayette-area food stops, from gumbo and Cajun meat-market treats to bakery dessert. A local guide such as Jay or Marie connects the food with Acadiana’s culture. The group is capped at 14, and the included tastings add up to a meal.

“The Cajun Tour was the Highlight of our week in Lafayette. We absolutely loved doing this tour and would recommend it to ANYONE who wants to experience Lafayette . Our guide Marie was brilliant - super friendly, helpful, considerate and extremely knowledgeable - educating us not only on the food element but about The city in general. She took us around 5 different establishments - a meat/boudin market, 2 cajun restaurants, a crawfish restaurant and a bakery. We had a perfect mix of tasting different foods at the market but then also a few chances to sit down in the restaurant areas and enjoy larger tasting dishes. The description says…”

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