Eat Like a Greek with a Local Guide

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Language
English, French, Greek
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Experience Athens' true flavors with our "Eat Like a Greek" tour! Discover local favorites, guided by an insider who knows the best-hidden spots. Immerse in tradition and taste authentic dishes.

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

Experience Details

Step off the beaten path and into the heart of Athens’ culinary culture with our "Eat Like a Greek" food tour. This isn’t your typical tourist experience. We invite you to eat where the locals eat, savoring authentic Greek street food, each bite offering a story of tradition, history, and pure Greek passion for food.


Whether you're a food lover, history enthusiast, or just someone looking to experience the real flavors of Athens, this 2.5-hour food tour is your perfect introduction to the city’s vibrant food scene. With a local guide who knows the ins and outs of Athens' best-kept food secrets, you’ll sample dishes that have been perfected over generations.


Perfect for Food Lovers & Adventurers!

Whether you’re a first-time visitor to Athens or a seasoned traveler, this food tour offers an immersive, delicious journey through the city’s most iconic flavors. Book now to explore Athens like a local and experience the flavors that make this city unforgettable!

What You Get

All Fees and Taxes
Alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Extra Orders
Vegetarian Options

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for vegetarians

What You’ll Experience

1

Old fashioned bar

We kick things off with a traditional glass of Ouzo, Greece’s iconic anise-flavored spirit. Sip slowly like the locals do and enjoy the vibe of this cozy, retro-style bar in the heart of Psirri.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

To Koulouri of Psirri

Try the beloved koulouri, a sesame-crusted bread ring that's a staple of Athenian mornings, paired with a warm and flaky spanakopita (spinach pie). A delicious introduction to Greece’s everyday street bites.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Συμπόσιο στο Ψυρρή

Dive into the heart of Greek comfort food with a pita filled with chicken or pork gyros, topped with creamy tzatziki, onions, and fries. This is one of the most satisfying street foods you’ll ever eat!
25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Karamanlidika

Step into a traditional deli that feels like a step back in time. Here, we taste kavourmas, a slow-cooked, spiced meat delicacy passed down from Byzantine times, full of rich flavor and history.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

EATERY Bairaktaris Aiolou 29

A legendary spot known for their kebab pita sandwiches, made with juicy grilled meat and wrapped in warm bread. Simple, quick, and oh-so-good!
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Kostas

At this no-frills souvlaki stall, we sample a single souvlaki stick—but don’t let the size fool you! It’s perfectly grilled and packed with flavor. A true hidden gem loved by locals.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

Lukumades

We end on a sweet note with loukoumades—crispy golden dough balls drizzled with honey and cinnamon or stuffed with chocolate. The perfect dessert to wrap up our culinary journey!
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Monastiraki Square, Apollonos, Kentrikos Tomeas Athinon, Greece, GR, 105 57

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Please meet your guide in Monastiraki Square, right in front of the small Tzistarakis Mosque building. It’s hard to miss – it’s the little domed structure near the Monastiraki Metro Station entrance.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

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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