Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More

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Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Charleston

Duration

3 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 12 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

Other

Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Family-friendly

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Experience Charleston's vibrant culture on our Secret Food Tour. Discover Upper King St, savoring unique brunch creations from renowned spots. Explore historic and architectural gems. Book now!

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10 meals

Experience Details

Discover southern hospitality on our Charleston Brunch Food Tour in the vibrant Upper King Street district! Starting near the historic William Aiken House, we kick off the morning with a buttery, handmade Hot Little Biscuit.

As we stroll toward Marion Square, we dive into the soul of Lowcountry cooking with crunchy Fried Green Tomatoes. Walking through the Mazyck-Boragard neighborhood, we'll savor a sweet and savory Croffle with Fried Chicken and local honey. We also indulge in creamy Shrimp & Grits and Pimento Cheese, the 'Caviar of the South.'

Before ending near the Aiken-Rhett House Museum, we reveal our incredible Secret Dish—a warm, nostalgic delicacy with a unique local twist!

What You Get

Pecan Cluster | Santome Prosecco

Croffle | Country Ham hot little biscuit

Crispy Brussels | Southern-Style Pimento Cheese

Guides Gratuity

Pick-up and Drop-off

Good To Know

* Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
* Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
* This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

Upper King Design District

King Street is more than 300 years old and is known as the second most historic street in Charleston. Meeting Street is ahead of it in this area

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Aiken-Rhett House

The house is considered to be the best preserved complex of antebellum domestic structures in Charleston. It was the home of William Aiken, Jr., a governor of South Carolina, and before that the home of his father, the owner of South Carolina Canal and Railroad Company, William Aiken.

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

American Theater

Opened in 1942 as Charleston's premier movie house, the American Theater regal Art Deco architecture and timeless Hollywood glamour make this sophisticated event venue worthy of red carpets and dazzling marquees.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Charleston Music Hall

Known historically as The Tower Depot, the Charleston Music Hall was built 1849-50 as a passenger station of the South Carolina Railroad and was designed by Charleston architect Edward C. Jones.

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Charleston Visitor Center

Located in the old Deans Warehouse between Ann and John Streets in downtown Charleston, it is one of five railroad buildings known collectively as the William Aiken House and Associated Railroad Structures and is listed as a National Historic Landmark District.

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Wragg Square (Pass By)

The neighborhood of Wraggborough in Charleston, South Carolina is named for him; and two city parks and seven streets in Charleston are named for him and his descendants.

Aiken-Rhett House

His house was originally configured as a Charleston double house with entrance to the house from the south side along Judith Street. The house is considered to be the best preserved complex of antebellum domestic structures in Charleston.

40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Marion Square

On Saturdays, visitors and locals alike shop the Marion Square Farmers Market for fresh food and local treats. You can spend your days window shopping along the picturesque avenue, then enjoy your nights in the latest hot spots.

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Hotel Bennett (Pass By)

Hotel Bennett opened on January 27, 2019. Its build was 20 years in the making, breaking ground on March 2015 and taking 47 months to build.The hotel is designed to feel as though its origins date back to the 18th century. Many of Charleston’s historic homes were utilized as design references.

Charleston Fire Department, Station 2/3

The third fire station built after the 1886 earthquake was a new Station 6. It replaced the former Marion Steam Fire Engine Company just down the block.

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Maccaro Charleston, King Street, Charleston County South Carolina, United States, US, 29403

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We'll meet In front of the Maccaro Charleston, 427 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, United States

End Point

babas on cannon, Cannon Street, Charleston County South Carolina, United States, US, 29403

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Our tour will end at Babas on Cannon at 11 Cannon St, Charleston, SC 29403, United States

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

4.9

based on 322 reviews

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Food tour

June 14, 2026

Sydney was awesome! Loved the history and the food!

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Good for tourist and locals looking for the best 👌

June 12, 2026

Local looking for new experiences and hidden gems in their own city or tourist looking for the best of Charleston this is a wonderful tour to take! We are locals who were looking for what we were m...read more

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Great Experience!

June 10, 2026

Had a great time on our food tour with Nathan. He was very knowledgeable on the history of Charleston and the food! The food was delicious and it knocked out a bunch of the places we had on our lis...read more

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Nathan is a true storyteller!

June 09, 2026

Nathan was brilliant! His storytelling was on point. He was clear, engaging, thorough, and incredibly interesting throughout the tour. He brought the history and food to life and made the experienc...read more

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Should be renamed

June 06, 2026

Great tour guide ! Very informative of the history. But really need to accurately describe the tour. Basically was coffee shops . I think maybe they’re scaling back on the tours and the stops. 1. ...read more

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