
Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 371 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks worth booking?
Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks is a 3-hour experience in Belfast, United Kingdom, from $123 per person. It scores 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 371 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 84 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (371)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $123 per person
On our Secret Food Tour of Belfast, you'll enjoy some of the best food in Northern Ireland. Your tour starts in front of Belfast City Hall. During the tour, you will dine on a freshly prepared breakfast with the locals, relax in historic pubs, and enjoy traditional home-cooked Northern Irish dishes. We'll introduce you to our street art known worldwide. At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Northern Ireland's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of its local culture and history.
What you get
About this experience
On our Secret Food Tour of Belfast, you'll enjoy some of the best food in Northern Ireland. Your tour starts in front of Belfast City Hall. During the tour, you will dine on a freshly prepared breakfast with the locals, relax in historic pubs, and enjoy traditional home-cooked Northern Irish dishes. We'll introduce you to our street art known worldwide. At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Northern Ireland's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of its local culture and history.
What's included
Included
- Rich Hot Chocolate | Traditional Tea
- Soda bread with sausage | Chocolate Liqueur
- ½ Pint of Guinness | ½ Pint of Irish Craft Beer
- Fresh-Baked Wheaten Bread | Local Oysters
- Our Signature Secret Dish!
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Welcome to the beginning of our culinary adventure at Belfast City Hall. Our guide will kick things off with introductions, setting the stage for an exhilarating exploration of Belfast's vibrant culinary landscape. Belfast City Hall is a magnificent civic building nestled in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland.
10 minutes here
Step into the past at Queen's Arcade, a historic and charming shopping arcade located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Constructed in the late 19th century, this Victorian-era arcade offers a distinctive shopping experience, seamlessly blending architectural elegance with a diverse array of retail offerings.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Bank Square Murals - Belfast
Bank Square is a public space nestled in the heart of Belfast, surrounded by noteworthy historic buildings. It acts as a focal point for both locals and visitors, providing a tranquil space to unwind, socialize, and soak in the surrounding architectural splendor. St. Mary's Church, with roots dating back to the 18th century, carries a rich history. Bearing witness to significant periods in Belfast's past, the church stands as a poignant reminder of the city's heritage.
15 minutes here
Cathedral Quarter
The Cathedral Quarter in Belfast is a lively and culturally diverse area, emerging as one of the city's most dynamic and eclectic neighborhoods. Situated at the heart of Belfast, the Cathedral Quarter has undergone a metamorphosis from an industrial center to a thriving hub of creativity, arts, and entertainment. Home to numerous art galleries, studios, and exhibition spaces, this quarter is a haven for artists and creatives, contributing to its status as a cultural hotspot. Music enthusiasts will find joy in the various venues hosting live performances, spanning traditional Irish tunes to contemporary genres.
20 minutes here
Belfast Cathedral - The Cathedral Church of St. Anne
Rising above Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, St Anne's Cathedral is the city's Anglican landmark, famed for its 40-metre Spire of Hope, stunning mosaics, stained glass, and the tomb of Lord Carson. A must-see during your stay in Belfast !
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Belfast
We´ll meet at the main gate of Belfast City Hall, Donegall Square North, (next to the public bike parking). Your guide will be waiting for you with a purple umbrella and a big smile.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Our tour will end at Commercial Court.
Options you can book
Private Belfast Food Tour
Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of Belfast for only you and your group
Belfast Small Group Food Tour
Small Group Tour: Choose this option to join our Secret Food Tour Belfast in a group of 12 people or less!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Secret Food Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is reserved for 18 years old and over
- 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.
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 371 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
371 verified traveler reviews for Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful food with a side of history!
This was a fantastic tour and Craig was an outstanding guide. He provided a lot of history along with great food. It was really interesting to learn the history of Belfast and in particular the River Farset. We were staying in the area and had walked around quite a bit, but after the tour we saw it with new eyes. As we have found with many tours, local food and where to get it is an excellent portal into local history.
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing to spend part of your time in Belfast with us. Seeing streets you'd already walked with new eyes is one of the loveliest things a tour can offer, and the story of the River Farset is a wonderful place for that to begin. We'd be delighted to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours, in Belfast or another city on your list.
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful Tasty Belfast
Excellent - what an experience. Our Guide Craig was so informative guide with a wealth of knowledge including all the extra stories which we really loved. Thank you so much - we would highly recommend this tour ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing part of your journey with Secret Food Tours. Food can truly open the door to a destination’s history, customs, and everyday rhythms. We hope the tour offered a memorable glimpse into all three!
via Tripadvisor
Great mix of history and...
Great mix of history and food in and around Belfast center. Our guide, Craig, was knowledgeable and engaging. Definitely recommend!
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining us in Belfast, Amee! A city's history and its food are so often intertwined, and we're glad the tour brought the two together for you. We'd be delighted to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours.
via Viator
Walk through Belfast
This tour was awesome! Our tour guide was so nice and kind with my family. My Grandmother refused to get a wheel chair so he took his time with our group! All the stops and little bits of history were perfect. Not to much and not to little! You can tell he loves The secret food was something I would’ve never tried it and it surprised the heck out of me! I wouldn’t change a thing about this tour.
Response from the operator: Darren, thank you for sharing this! It's good to hear the day moved at a pace that worked for your grandmother, and that the secret dish caught you by surprise. We'd love to welcome the whole family back to Secret Food Tours in another city.
via Tripadvisor
History vs Food
This was more history and food. Our tour guide was very nice, but sometimes difficult to understand with his Scotish accent. Scheduled to last 2.5 hours, it was 4 hours long. While that was not a bad thing for us, it would be important to know if you had a specific time budget. Pouring our own guiness was a really cool experience.
Response from the operator: Hi Jen, thank you for sharing your feedback on our Belfast Food Tour. Our tours combine local food and drinks with the stories and history that help bring Belfast's culture to life. Depending on the group's pace, questions, and overall dynamics, a tour may sometimes run longer than the scheduled duration. We appreciate your point about making guests aware of this, especially for those with other plans afterward, and we'll keep your feedback in mind. Thank you again for joining us and sharing your experience. We'd love to welcome you back on another Secret Food Tour in the future, where you can discover even more local flavors and stories!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $123 to $315
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 130
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Secret Food Tours, who run 207 experiences we rank across 112 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.6 and 17 in the 90+ Club.
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Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Belfast.
How much does Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks cost?
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Prices start at $123 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Belfast usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks 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 Belfast is not rushed.
Is Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 84 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 371 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Belfast, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks 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 Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks?
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Around 130 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 Belfast 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 Belfast and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks 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 Belfast 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 Belfast?
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On Outty we rank every Belfast experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include A History of Terror - Belfast City Centre Walking Tour, Belfast Black Taxi Tour: Private Journey Through History, Belfast's Political Mural Taxi Tour. 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 Belfast?
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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 Belfast?
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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 Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks?
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Included: Rich Hot Chocolate | Traditional Tea; Soda bread with sausage | Chocolate Liqueur; ½ Pint of Guinness | ½ Pint of Irish Craft Beer; Fresh-Baked Wheaten Bread | Local Oysters; and Our Signature Secret Dish!. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks?
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We´ll meet at the main gate of Belfast City Hall, Donegall Square North, (next to the public bike parking). Your guide will be waiting for you with a purple umbrella and a big smile. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks 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 Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks?
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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.
What happens to Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Belfast. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks?
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Across 371 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
What booking options are available for Belfast Centre Food Tour of 12 Local Irish Dishes and Drinks?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Private Belfast Food Tour, Belfast Small Group Food Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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