
Asheville Food Tours
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 123 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Asheville Food Tours worth booking?
Asheville Food Tours is a 3-hour experience in Asheville, United States, from $100 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 123 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (123)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $100 per person
The lead guide and operations manager, Paddy has been leading tours for 12 years and has a close rapport with the restaurant owners and chefs. These relationships allow us to offer the best food tastings in town. Stu Helm, an Asheville star and food writer has been with AFT for 10 years. He had a choice where to lead tours and he chose Asheville Food Tours because he loves how we operate in his city. Sarah Ray has been with AFT for 3 years. She is an Asheville native as well as a trained baker and lover of all things culinary. We have low to no turnover and our guides love what they do. No other food tour in Asheville can boast that. You can choose to eat in Asheville but we suggest you do it with Asheville Food Tours! On vacation here? Coming on a tour with us can also help you choose where to eat for the rest of your trip! The guides know everyone!
What you get
About this experience
The lead guide and operations manager, Paddy has been leading tours for 12 years and has a close rapport with the restaurant owners and chefs. These relationships allow us to offer the best food tastings in town. Stu Helm, an Asheville star and food writer has been with AFT for 10 years. He had a choice where to lead tours and he chose Asheville Food Tours because he loves how we operate in his city. Sarah Ray has been with AFT for 3 years. She is an Asheville native as well as a trained baker and lover of all things culinary. We have low to no turnover and our guides love what they do. No other food tour in Asheville can boast that. You can choose to eat in Asheville but we suggest you do it with Asheville Food Tours! On vacation here? Coming on a tour with us can also help you choose where to eat for the rest of your trip! The guides know everyone!
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Asheville
The guides will lead you through their beloved city telling all the stories and funny history of the building of Asheville during your walks between restaurants to the next phenomenal chef and tasting.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Asheville
Detailed meeting and parking instructions are included in the confirmation email. The Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday tours will meet in the lobby of the Kimpton Hotel Arras located at 7 Patton Ave. It's the tallest building in the middle of town, so you can't miss it!
Meeting point
Asheville
Detailed meeting and parking instructions are included in the confirmation email. The Monday, Tuesday, and Friday tours will meet inside the Grove Arcade located at One Page Ave. The tour will meet in the center of the by the revolving door and "Caravans".
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Depending on the day of the tour, tour guide will end the tour at that day's final selection. All tours will end very near where they started and tour guide will provide all help needed to get guests back to their vehicle or to their hotel.
Ends at
Depending on the day of the tour, tour guide will end the tour at that day's final selection. All tours will end very near where they started and tour guide will provide all help needed to get guests back to their vehicle or to their hotel.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Asheville Food Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for ones who can't walk 2 miles (breaks along the way)
- Not recommended for those with life threatening food allergies.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 112 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
112 verified traveler reviews for Asheville Food Tours. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Just Do It!
Easy travel through downtown Ashville with an excellent sampling of a lot of great food. Our guide Sarah was a local guide who definitely prided herself on her town and her chefs! Highly recommended and worth both time and money.
via Viator
Fun time
Fun 3 1/2 hrs Sara was great. Food was good too.
via Tripadvisor
Punching above their weight
Sarah was very knowledgeable and loved the cuisine and her city. We did too!!
via Tripadvisor
Downtown Asheville
Loved all the stops! Pork Belly taco at Duck Taco was a fav. Sara, our guide was outstanding!
via Tripadvisor
Fun Asheville Tour with The Food Fan
Had a wonderful walk around Asheville with tour guide Stu! The walk incorporated food and history indicative of the vibrant food scene in town and the unique architecture of the city buildings. The tour took about three hours but felt like it took no time at all. Easy walking and comfortable for most to get around.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 43
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Asheville Food Tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Asheville.
How much does Asheville Food Tours cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Asheville usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Asheville Food Tours take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Asheville is not rushed.
Is Asheville Food Tours worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 123 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Asheville, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Asheville Food Tours?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Asheville Food Tours suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Asheville Food Tours?
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Around 43 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Asheville can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Asheville and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Asheville Food Tours start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Asheville within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Asheville?
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Asheville pairs Biltmore Estate visits with Blue Ridge Parkway waterfall tours, brewery crawls through one of the densest beer scenes in America, and guided hikes in Pisgah. Biltmore ticket handling and parkway route detail are what to check. On Outty we rank every Asheville experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Blue Ridge Parkway and Waterfall Hiking Tour from Asheville, Asheville Historic Downtown Guided Electric Bike Tour with Scenic Views, French Broad Gorge Whitewater Rafting Trip. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Asheville?
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April to June and October for autumn colour. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Asheville?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Asheville Food Tours?
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Included: Lunch; and Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Asheville Food Tours?
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Detailed meeting and parking instructions are included in the confirmation email. The Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday tours will meet in the lobby of the Kimpton Hotel Arras located at 7 Patton Ave. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Asheville Food Tours offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Asheville Food Tours?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Asheville Food Tours wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Asheville Food Tours if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Asheville. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Asheville Food Tours?
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Across 123 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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