Washington DC Culinary Tours

Experience a gastronomic adventure in the U Street and Shaw neighbourhoods of Washington, DC. Tour the vibrant area while indulging in iconic DC dishes. Taste classic flavours as you visit family-owned restaurants and stop by iconic eateries serving classic DC cuisine. Get a taste of local favourites with dishes like Ethiopian beef tibs, pit beef and crabcakes. Learn about the local culture, social atmosphere and culinary history as you walk around neighbourhoods once home to giants such as cab Calloway, Duke Ellington and Marvin Gaye. Explore the unique combination of music and history while guided by a local who intimately knows the area. Take advantage of their expert knowledge and stories about past experiences that make the tour an exciting adventure. Let your taste buds explore the District as you indulge in a variety of local flavours and begin to understand the dynamic cultures that make DC a truly diverse city. Adventure awaits you!

Indulge in Georgetown's rich culinary tradition while learning about the city's fascinating past on a walking tour limited to small groups. You will understand the history behind each bite as you sample your favorite meals, see the lovely streets of this historic area, and visit local food businesses during this tour. In addition to becoming acquainted with the customs and traditions of the area, you may indulge in Georgetown's famous dining scene while you go on a trip through the world of cuisine. Through a mouthwatering cuisine tour, you will unearth the undiscovered treasures this area offers and experiences that will stick with you forever.

If you love restaurants, the best way to explore a city or town is by walking with a local foodie or visiting places they know. Our culinary tours are like that. You'll stroll through old Georgetown neighborhoods, meeting restaurants serving the most traditional of cuisine, including some family recipes you might find in our cookbooks. Then take off your shoes and enjoy strolls to discover new restaurants for lunch and dinner along the Potomac River. 1. Taste the history of Georgetown by sampling different dishes at Cantique, a quaint café that looks like a house, and the Old Glory Tavern, the oldest restaurant in Washington, D.C., whose food includes ingredients from over 100 local farms and preserves recipes from founders Robert and Mary Buchanan.