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!
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Loved the guide (Beth) and the food was great!!
Thanks for taking a few moments to write this! It’s always rewarding hearing that guests walked away feeling happy they decided to join us. Hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours.
Nathan was a knowledgeable , enthusiastic and entertaining guide. We enjoyed the walk, talk and food. Nathan was a pleasure to hang out with!
Thanks for taking the time to write this. We’re happy the tour felt balanced and well paced. We’d be glad to have you back on another Secret Food Tours!
Perry was a fabulous tour guide and host! Great way to spend a few hours learning about Charleston and sampling great food. Highly recommend!
We appreciate you sharing your thoughts here. It’s always nice to see the tour described as a meaningful part of a visit. We’d be glad to host you again on Secret Food Tours!
Had a great time with Nathan on the Secret Food Brunch Tour today in Charleston. Learned a lot and found Nathan to be well versed in Charleston history, both culture and good food. Well done!
Thanks for the feedback! Knowing the experience helped make your trip even more enjoyable is fantastic to hear. We’d love to welcome you again on another Secret Food Tours.
My husband and I went on the lunch tour with Robin. Probably one of the best tours we have been on. Robin was very entertaining and also gave us the history of the food and some of the city. Would definitely do this again
Your review was a pleasure to read. When guests carry those memories beyond the day itself, it means everything connected well. We hope you’ll join another Secret Food Tours in the future!
If you want a fantastic tour, ask for Perry!! He was m super accommodating with the various food allergies (3!!) and went out of his way to make sure everyone had an excellent experience 🙌🎉🥳😍❤️ FIVE STARS!! ⭐️ We had our company annual planning meeting here in Charleston and this was the perfect group activity to do together! Not only amazing food, but also an excellent history tour as we walked from one yummy destination to another!! Highly recommend this!
We appreciate your review. Taking in the city through its food, stories, and neighborhoods often adds depth to a visit, and we’re glad you enjoyed that approach. You’re invited to join another Secret Food Tours whenever you travel!
We had a wonderful tour this morning with Nathan! He was warm, friendly, and very knowledgeable about all things Charleston. We loved each stop and getting to try the local fare. Everything was delicious, and Nathan arranged alternatives for the Vegetarian and Gluten-Free members of our group. In between food stops, we learned a ton about Charleston's history. At the end of the tour, he also sent a list of recommended restaurants and key things we learned, so we could do a deeper dive on our own. He also took a group picture and sent it to us. It was a very pleasant way to get to know Charleston with a local. We highly recommend it!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! We’re glad the tour delivered a mix of good food and enjoyable company. If you’re ever looking for something similar on future trips, we’d love to host you again.
The walking talking eating was the perfect combination of just enough food with exercise and information...a great beginning to peeling away the many layers of charleston
We’re so glad your day with us was filled with good food and great memories! Sharing the stories behind the dishes is what truly brings the experience to life. Secret Food Tours would love to host you again soon.
Beth was our guide and we had a nice tour around N King St. She was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot about the history of the area, history of some restaurants and had some great food. Shrimp and grits were my favorite of the tour.
It’s great hearing that the tour was a highlight for you. Our guides enjoy sharing those local bites and stories that most travelers never find. We’d love to have you back with Secret Food Tours anytime!
Perry was an awesome tour guide.Perry gave an exceptional tour. My niece and I really enjoyed ourselves and will definitely recommend it to our family and friends. Excellent food and restaurant stops. Phyllis Siemiatkowski/Jennifer Huff
Thank you for your kind words! It’s amazing to hear that you enjoyed the local flavors and felt the city’s character through the experience. Secret Food Tours would be thrilled to have you again soon.
