On our 3 hour walking food tour of New Orleans French Quarter, you will savor delicious foods from 5 restaurants, mom-and-pop shops and bakeries. In addition to all the delectable food, your guide will discuss the history, culture and food scene of the neighborhood.
Our tours are storytelling through food. We call our French Quarter Food Tour "The Classic Five" because you will be tasting the quintessential New Orleans food staples. Join us on a 3 hour food extravaganza, as we eat our way though The Quarter...
Tour Options
French Quarter Food Tour
Highlights
Local guide
Lunch
Food tasting
What's included
Included
Local guide
Lunch
Food tasting
Not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
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184 reviews
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
The Sample menu is just an example and expected to change
Please let us know if you have any food allergies ahead of time
Frequently asked questions
How long does French Quarter Food Tour take?
French Quarter Food Tour lasts about 3 hours.
How much does French Quarter Food Tour cost?
Prices start at $89 per person for this New Orleans experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel French Quarter Food Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will be meeting outside in front of the main entrance to Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is French Quarter Food Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(184)
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ChrisG80218
September 6, 2026
A Custom Intro to the French Quarter and it’s Foods
Brian was a great guide. He is both an author and a lover of history, and we learned a lot about New Orleans and the French Quarter during our time with him. The Sidewalk Food Tours team gave us input into the foods and locations we would visit, and the process for a private tour was flexible on timing as well. It was just the kind of intro to the Quarter that we were seeking. There is one change I would make with a do-over… I would evaluate the food options for both French Quarter and Garden District before making a decision on which tour to book. There could be more variety of options in the Garden tour. While Gumbo and Jambalaya have some significant differences, they are also very similar, and combining them in two hours is kind of heavy on rice, chicken and andouille sausage.
Operator response
Hi Chris,
Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback! We’re so glad Brian helped make your experience a memorable one! We also really appreciate your honest input about the food selections. Feedback like this helps us continue refining our tours and making sure guests have the best possible experience. Thank you for taking the time to share!
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Crissa1669
September 5, 2026
Private tour!!
We did a private tour for 6. Not a huge price difference than a group tour but really worth the money.
Lisa was our guide, she was great! Great New Orleans historian. Food was good. Walk was easy. Highly recommend!
Operator response
Hi Crissa,
Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to share your experience on our Private Sidewalk Food Tour!
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lindasQ5480LR
August 12, 2026
Great experience
Great experience, great guide. We really enjoyed the food and learning some history about New Orleans. Brian was a great guide.
Operator response
Hi Linda,
Your review made our day! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience on our Sidewalk Food Tour of the French Quarter!
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Z8137WKrachelm
May 17, 2026
Incredible Tour and Guide
This was a great tour! The food was absolutely amazing. I will warn it was small portions but I read other reviews so I was prepared for it which is why my review is still high. Lisa was an absolutely incredible guide. She is extremely knowledgeable on the history of not just the restaurants, but the history of New Orleans as well. There wasn’t a question she didn’t know the answer to. Absolutely amazing experience.
Operator response
Hi there,
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and that the food left such a strong impression.
It’s wonderful to hear that Lisa made the experience even more special with her deep knowledge of both the restaurants and the history of New Orleans. She’ll be thrilled to know her expertise stood out and helped bring the city to life for you.
We truly appreciate your kind words and are happy you had such an amazing experience!
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deekathdi
April 6, 2026
Well worth the time and money - delicious!
Brian provided a great tour!
It was a nice balance of information, walking through the French Quarter, and delicious food. We thought it was going to be small samples but each of the five stops was an ample amount of food.
The tour and Brian’s wisdom set us up for a wonderful rest of our stay!
Operator response
Hi!
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're so happy that you enjoyed the tastings and tidbits!
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colleena898
March 15, 2026
Great food and knowledgeable guide
I liked this tour because we actually sat in the restaurant to eat the samples. So many food tours are stand-up affairs. The food was great, especially the streets! Our tour guide Lisa had great stories about New Orleans history and the food we ate.
Operator response
Hi Colleen,
Thank you! We’re all about great food and a great seat while you enjoy it. So glad you had an amazing time with Lisa!
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621suzanneo
February 1, 2026
Great time
Lisa was knowledgeable about the food, the city history and great fun to be with! Food choices really showed off the variety of foods in the city.
Operator response
Hi,
We LOVE our French Quarter Food Tour and Lisa does a wonderful job! Thank you for sharing!
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Joyce_G
January 5, 2026
Highly recommend
Lisa was fantastic! She was very knowledgeable of the food and the history of the French Quarter. The restaurant and food selection was wonderful.
Operator response
Hi Joyce,
We appreciate this very kind review of our French Quarter Sidewalk Food Tour!
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E6503LLdand
December 30, 2025
Great NOLA food tour
Lisa our guide was terrific. She was knowledgeable, engaging, fun, helpful, sincerely fond of her work and being a New Orleanian. Delightful and highly recommend her.
Operator response
We appreciate this awesome review and we hope to see you again soon!
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618jonathonm
November 15, 2025
Highly Recommend!!!
We had LISA as our tour guide and she was AMAZING!!!! So knowledgeable about the city and food!!!! Very charismatic and personable with my wife and I!!!! We loved her and loved the tour! Excellent Food!! Highly Recommend!!
Operator response
Hi Lisa,
Thank you so much for this kind review! We hope to see you on another tour soon.
