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Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More
4.9(347)Charleston1 hour
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Description
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!
Tour Options
Charleston Brunch Small Group
Small Group Tour: Choose this option to join our Secret Food Tour Charleston Brunch in a group of 12 people or less!
Private Charleston Brunch
Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of Charleston Brunch for only you and your group
Itinerary
20 min
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
20 min
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.
30 min
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.
20 min
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.
20 min
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.
Pass by
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.
40 min
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.
10 min
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.
Pass by
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.
10 min
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.
Highlights
Pecan Cluster | Santome Prosecco
Croffle | Country Ham hot little biscuit
Crispy Brussels | Southern-Style Pimento Cheese
Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes | Creamy Shrimp & Grits
Refreshing Passionfruit-Mango Sweet Tea
Southern Fried Chicken with drizzle of honey
Our Irresistible Secret Dish!
What's included
Included
Pecan Cluster | Santome Prosecco
Croffle | Country Ham hot little biscuit
Crispy Brussels | Southern-Style Pimento Cheese
Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes | Creamy Shrimp & Grits
Refreshing Passionfruit-Mango Sweet Tea
Southern Fried Chicken with drizzle of honey
Our Irresistible Secret Dish!
Not included
Guides Gratuity
Pick-up and Drop-off
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Important Information
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
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
* Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
* Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
* This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Reviews(347)
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L5200FBlesliet
August 30, 2026
Favorite half day to explore Charleston food!
Just completed the Charleston Brunch Food Tour with Perry. Great walk around Charleston with the absolute BEST tour guide ever. Perry is so easy and fun to be
with. He should run for Mayor - everybody knows him and doors open to food restaurants we never would have found on our own! One of the best ways to spend a half day in Charleston!
Operator response
We’re happy you came along for the experience. We hope the route gave you a useful introduction to the food, streets, and neighborhoods that make the destination what it is. Thank you for being our guest at Secret Food Tours!
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anncX2307TS
August 29, 2026
Great tour, great food
Our tour guide, Perry, was wonderful! He is very knowledgeable about Charleston and about the food scene. He has a very good relationship with the restaurants and everything was waiting and ready for us when we arrived. I would highly recommend this tour to get a flavor of Charleston and highly recommend Perry!
Operator response
Your decision to join us is sincerely appreciated. We hope the tour gave you an opportunity to experience the destination through the people, food, and places we shared. Thank you for making Secret Food Tours part of your trip!
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poneegirl
August 28, 2026
Amazing
Nathan was one of the best tour guides I have had, and I have taken food tours all over the world. He was incredibly knowledgeable about our food and it’s history, and I found out a lot of amazing things that I did not know about the history of the dishes, I would highly recommend him as a guide
Operator response
We enjoyed having you with us! We hope our tour helped you connect the food with the neighborhood and gave you a better sense of the city along the way. We appreciate you spending your time with Secret Food Tours.
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brendawS6516TW
August 22, 2026
A lovely food tour!
Nathan was extremely knowledgeable about the history which we loved. Gave many suggestions to where to visit. He tested our knowledge of facts , enjoyed learning more about where we are visiting!! Thank you for a wonderful tour!! So enjoyed all the sampling of the foods from all the restaurants!!
Operator response
Your time with us is something we truly appreciate. We hope the tour brought together good food, local insight, and an enjoyable way to explore the area. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours!
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josephdL2613UM
August 21, 2026
Great food, Great experience, Great guide.
Perry was absolutely amazing. Not only did he provide knowledge of the city’s history and the food we were sampling, he kept the energy flowing throughout the entire tour.
10/10 for food, experience, and the guide.
Operator response
We’re so glad you came along! We hope the food, conversations, and local stops gave you a genuine feel for the destination. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours and for sharing your experience afterward.
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Go402194
August 17, 2026
Fun tour with Nathan
NATHAN was the perfect guide for this fun, educational and tasty tour!!
Operator response
It was nice getting to know you during the tour. We hope you enjoyed the places we visited and left with a few spots you’d like to come back to on your own. We’re glad Secret Food Tours could show you around!
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leighl571
August 16, 2026
Great food & laughed!
Robin was a great guide! Highly recommend!
Operator response
We’re happy the experience left you with good memories. We hope the local food and places we shared gave you another reason to enjoy your time in the city. Thank you for joining Secret Food Tours!
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Ronald_S
August 16, 2026
Nathan Food Tour Guide - Charleston SC
Nathan was exceptional, new all about the food and the history of the area and more little Tibits about the overall history.
Operator response
We’re happy you came along! Showing guests around the places we know and enjoy is something our team genuinely looks forward to. It was great having you with Secret Food Tours.
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W8632XBjuliep
August 14, 2026
So fun & delicious food
Our guide, Perry was so fun and full of awesome history and details on Charleston and the food scene. The food was delicious at each place. Not his fault but either the company of trip advisor had the wrong place listed for the meeting place. Thankfully Perry called me and waited until we got to the right location.
He was an amazing guide!
Operator response
We loved having you with us for the day. We hope the tour left you with a few favorite flavors and places to think about after you left. We’d be happy to welcome you again!
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A4133YBmegand
August 14, 2026
Charleston Food Tour
Perry did an amazing job taking us on this food tour. Very knowledgeable of the area and made the tour so enjoyable! Highly recommend!!
Operator response
We enjoyed the chance to show you around. The food may be what brings people together, but the local places and conversations are what give the experience its character. Thanks for spending the day with Secret Food Tours!
