Charleston Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

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3 hours
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1 - 12 guests
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Experience Charleston's rich history through its cuisine on a captivating food tour. Savor BBQ, seafood, and a presidential delicacy. Discover the stories shaping this unique food scene.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

On our Secret Food Tour: Charleston, let our experienced guides take you on a foodie adventure through the picturesque and historic streets of the French Quarter.


Learn how pirates, pandemics, natural disasters, and war have all shaped our local food scene. At the end of the tour, you'll have sampled classic Carolina-style BBQ, fresh seafood, and even a local delicacy crafted for a U.S. President. Plus, our decadent Secret Dish might just make you leave singing a happy song!

What You Get

Handmade local ice cream
Our delicious Secret Dish
Chicken Bog
Hotel pick - up
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • *Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

U.S. Custom House (Pass By)

Majestically overlooking East Bay Street and the harbor, the United States Custom House is one of the most striking buildings in Charleston. It is an outstanding example of a public building and reflects the time when Charleston was one of the country's busiest port cities.

Charleston City Market (Pass By)

You'll take a stroll through the Historic Charleston City Market and learn how the African slave trade introduced iconic ingredients such as benne seeds and collard greens to the local diet.

Dock Street Theater (Pass By)

Charleston's Dock Street Theatre was the first theater building designed solely for theatrical performances in America. Its rich history reflects the theatrical tradition and cultural history of Charleston and America from the 1700s through the millennium.

Meeting & Pickup

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East Bay Street
East Bay Street, Charleston County South Carolina, United States, US
Queen Street & Meeting Street
Queen Street & Meeting Street, Charleston County South Carolina, United States, US, 29401
End Point

East Bay Street, Charleston County South Carolina, United States, US

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Charleston tour will end on either Queen St & Meeting Street, or on E Bay St (one block over from where we began the tour).

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Best Food Tour in Charleston SC
July 12, 2025
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Nathan was a fantastic tour guide. His knowledge about the food, history and culture of Charleston was phenomenal! The food was excellent and I would definitely take or recommend Secret Food Tours ...read more

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July 10, 2025
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Sydney was Great, knowledgable guide. Kept track of all of us and kept us on time. She spoke pretty fast which was tough for me. However I asked questions when I needed to.

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Great tour
July 10, 2025
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Perry was amazing! I learned a lot about Charleston food history and Charlestons' food culture. Also learned a few things about ghost culture as well!

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Brunch tour
July 08, 2025
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Perry was an awesome tour guide. We had a lot of fun and the tour was informative, too. We loved all the food and drinks. Thanks, Perry!

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Secret Food Tour with Perry - 5 Stars
July 06, 2025
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Perry was an exceptional guide for our Secret food tour! The food was delicious and it was fun to hear about its history locally as well as other Charleston history. We love Charleston and have be...read more

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