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(807)
Yulia was a wonderful, knowledgeable and friendly tour guide! Absolutely loved hearing all about the history of the places we ate at but also the bonus history along the way!
It was a pleasure having you in the group! We hope the places we visited gave you a few new favorites to remember. We’re glad Secret Food Tours was part of your time here.
Great Tour of Toronto history, culture and food. Ariel did a great job! We enjoyed Korean, Jamaican, British foods and a Japanese dessert.
Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours! We hope the experience gave you an enjoyable introduction to the city and its local food scene. We were pleased to have you with us.
I really enjoyed the food from the golden patty. Ariel was accommodating, knowledgeable and friendly. The history he told was really interesting. I know more about the city than I did before!
Thank you for coming along for the day! We hope you enjoyed discovering some of the city with us and found a few places you’d happily return to. It was great having you with Secret Food Tours.
It was a great tour. We enjoyed Paris showing us around. We enjoyed trying the different food as well.,
Thank you for letting us show you a little of our side of the city. We hope the experience gave you more than a meal and left you with a few places you’d be happy to return to. We’re glad Secret Food Tours was part of your visit!
A brilliant few hours getting to try lots of different traditional foods (pictures don’t do the food justice!). Janine was very knowledgeable and made the experience good fun. Was also good to see other parts of Toronto, particularly the St Lawrence Market. Highly recommend if you enjoy trying new foods!
We’re glad the day turned out to be such a good fit for you! Thank you for spending part of your visit with Secret Food Tours. It was a pleasure having you along.
The guide was knowledgeable and was easy going. The variety of food was vast and the portions were more than adequate. We had a great time with the entire group.
There’s a lot to take in when you’re exploring somewhere new. We’re glad you gave us a few hours to introduce you to some of the local side of the city through Secret Food Tours. We hope you found the day worthwhile!
We were canceled after our meet time. My daughters were really excited about the tour. We were upset about how this was handled more than anything. Poor. Very poor
Thank you for sharing your perspective, Jillellen. Please know that situations like this are uncommon, and on this occasion, an unforeseen scheduling issue with some of our vendors affected the tour. We did check your availability to see if we could arrange another date, but when the alternatives did not work for your schedule, we made sure the booking was fully refunded. We do appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue refining the experience and the way we support our guests when unexpected circumstances arise. We would be very happy to welcome you and your daughters back for a future food tour and hope we have the opportunity to provide the experience you originally looked forward to.
Our guide was Ariel. He was very knowledgeable and told us many interesting facts about the area. We liked the food but we spent a lot of time in the St Lawrence food market. It would have been nice to be able to visit different food places in the area instead. We thought the secret dessert would be a beaver tail which we would have liked. We also thought the order of food was odd as we had dessert then got poutine after.
We were pleased to welcome you. Every guest experiences the city differently, and we're happy Secret Food Tours could be part of your own story. We hope to see you again!
Paris did an outstanding job & packed alot into this comprehensive food tour. Great way to “get inside “ the vibes of this area of the city.
Thank you for making room for us during your visit! We know guests have plenty of options when deciding how to explore a city, which makes every booking meaningful to us. We’re glad Secret Food Tours was one of your choices.
We had such a great time on our tour with Ariel! Everything we tried was wonderful, and it was such a fun way to explore St. Lawrence Market and the Distillery District. Ariel was fantastic! Super personable, funny, charismatic, and easy to talk to. He shared so much interesting history about Toronto along the way, but also told us about the history and stories behind the specific places we stopped to eat and shop, which made the whole experience that much more interesting. It was the perfect mix of great food, learning about the city, and just having a genuinely fun time. We really enjoyed getting to spend a few hours exploring Toronto with Ariel and would definitely recommend this tour!
Thank you for joining us and for taking the time to share your experience! It was a pleasure showing you some of the places we know and enjoy through Secret Food Tours. We hope there’s another opportunity to spend a day together.
