Toronto: Authentic Food Tour with Local & International Flavors
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On our Secret Food Tour: Toronto, you’ll explore two of the city's most iconic and authentic neighborhoods - St. Lawrence and the Distillery District. Lose yourself in the storied halls of the St. Lawrence Market, a must-visit destination for foodies that was established in 1803 and is one of the city's oldest landmarks. Here, you will taste some of Toronto's best culinary offerings and immerse yourself in the local food culture. From there, you’ll venture onto the Distillery District, a pedestrian-only area that boasts charming cobblestone streets and beautiful Victorian-era buildings. This district was once the largest distillery in the world and has since been transformed into a hub for arts, culture, and entertainment. After the tour, you'll have had the opportunity to explore local galleries, boutiques, and artisan shops, as well as sample some of Toronto's finest local delicacies. Get ready to discover the hidden treasures that make Toronto a foodie and culture lover's paradise
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The St. Lawrence Market is one of Toronto’s most iconic landmarks and a must-visit destination for food lovers. Established in 1803, this historic marketplace has been the city’s culinary heart for over 200 years and is consistently ranked among the world’s best food markets. Located in the Old Town district, the market is a vibrant hub where locals and visitors alike come to explore an incredible variety of fresh produce, artisanal goods, and authentic Canadian delicacies. Inside, you’ll find over 120 vendors offering everything from farm-fresh cheeses, meats, seafood to international specialties & gourmet treats. One of the highlights is the famous peameal bacon sandwich, a true Toronto classic that has become a rite of passage for visitors. Beyond food, the market also showcases the city’s cultural diversity and rich history, making it a perfect spot to experience Toronto’s authentic flavors and community spirit. St. Lawrence Market is an essential stop on any Toronto itinerary.
The Distillery District is one of Toronto’s most charming and historic neighborhoods, where old-world architecture meets modern culture. Once home to the world’s largest distillery in the 19th century, this pedestrian-only village has been beautifully restored and transformed into a vibrant destination for art, food, shopping, and entertainment. Wandering its cobblestone streets and stunning Victorian-era industrial buildings, you’ll discover a lively mix of independent boutiques, artisanal shops, galleries, and restaurants. The district is also home to some of Toronto’s best craft breweries, cozy cafés, and innovative dining experiences, making it a hotspot for foodies and culture seekers alike.
Toronto is one of North America's most diverse food cities, where over 200 cuisines coexist authentically. From dim sum and pasta to world-class sushi and bold West African stews, every neighbourhood offers a new culinary adventure. Our 2-Hour Express Tour of Toronto will take you to the incredible Kensington Market in Toronto's most eclectic neighbourhood. This market is a vibrant maze of vintage shops, street food, and global flavours. Fresh cheese, jerk chicken, Brazilian pastries, and craft beer all within a few blocks. It's chaotic, colourful, and completely unforgettable !
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We strongly advise wearing comfortable walking shoes to all of our guests. Our tour runs a little over 3 hours.
- Please make sure to dress appropriately for the weather as some parts of the tour will be outdoors.
- *Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- *We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours*
- Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
Reviews(767)
Yulia was great! The food was a nice local reflection and she shared good information! Very enjoyable!
Thank you for sharing your experience. Hearing that you enjoyed every step of the tour means a great deal to us. We hope we'll have the chance to host you again with Secret Food Tours!
Paris was a knowledgeable tour guide. We had a great time and learned a lot. Definitely recommend!
We appreciate you choosing to tour with us. Knowing you found so much to enjoy throughout the experience is wonderful to hear. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
We have done many food tours. This one wasn’t very good. Almost all of the tastings were standing up on the crowded St. Lawrence Market. It didn’t seem as it was well prepared as our guide had to wait in long lines like other patrons. He held the servings out and we got portions using flimsy plastic forks. He showed up 5-7 min late after asking us to be their 15 min early. The servings and setting weren’t conducive to meeting others on the tour like normal. We were disappointed overall. This is the only negative review I have ever written regarding a food tour.
Hi David, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We really appreciate hearing from guests who have experienced food tours in different places, and it's disappointing to know ours didn't meet the expectations you had. Our tours are thoughtfully curated to showcase the best of the local food scene, and in some locations, enjoying tastings while standing is an intentional part of the experience. It allows guests to take in the atmosphere and energy of the neighborhood as locals do. That said, we understand this style isn't for everyone, especially if you were hoping for a more relaxed setting that encouraged conversation with the rest of the group. We also appreciate your comments about the pacing and overall organization. Feedback like yours is valuable as we continue refining the experience and looking for ways to make each tour run as smoothly as possible. Many of our guests leave with wonderful memories of the food, the stories, and the connections they make along the way, so we're saddened this wasn't the experience you had with us. We appreciate you giving us a try, and we hope you'll consider joining us again in the future. We'd love the opportunity to provide you with an experience that better reflects what so many of our guests have come to enjoy.
Jim is extremely knowledgeable of the history of Detroit. If you like history, you will like this tour. My husband and I enjoyed it. Thanks Jim!
We loved reading your review! We are glad everything came together to make your time with us one to remember. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.
Great food tour. Big portions. Lots of great info. Delicious food. Friendly tour guide.
Thanks for your thoughtful review. It's always rewarding to know the experience became one of the highlights of your time in the city. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
Our guide Yulia was great, very knowledgeable and fun! We learned a lot about the city (Toronto), ate at a bunch of different places, and tried a lot of new and yummy foods. The tour was almost 4 hours and very very worth it - highly recommend!
It was a pleasure reading your review. It's wonderful to know your time with us was filled with memorable moments. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again whenever you're back!
The food tour was the perfect introduction for our Eastern Canada vacation with friends. Our guide, Paris, was great, pointing out artwork, historical sites, and background on the tasty Toronto bites at the St. Lawrence Market and Distillery district. The samples were distinct and filling. The experience was definitely worth the price.
We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your time with us! It's great to know that the experience delivered exactly what you were looking for. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours.
Yulia was amazing!! I do have to say, calling this a food tour undersells the experience. There was as much history knowledged dropped as food. It's really a number of delicious culturally relevant food stops combined with a ton of food history and history of the St Lawrence Market and Distillery District mixed in. It's a great way to combine food and a waling tour together. Thanks Yulia!!!
Your review is greatly appreciated! We're happy that your experience left you with such positive memories. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours.
Don't miss the Peameal sandwich from Paddington's. I was leery, but the first bite won me over! You won't leave hungry but you get enough steps in to counteract the calories. Lots of history and fun facts, too.
We loved reading your thoughts. It's wonderful to know that your time with us was so enjoyable. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again in the future!
Fun area to visit with lots of diverse small restaurants and vintage clothes stores all bunched together. Food was good. Historical info about the area and Toronto as a whole was interesting. Some stops are sit in restaurants and some are stand outside and eat places. Our guide, Ariel (sp?) was great.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're pleased that the experience delivered on what you were looking for. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
