
Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 747 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories worth booking?
Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories is a 3-hour experience in Dublin, Ireland, from $103 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 747 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (747)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $103 per person
Discover Dublin through its food on a small-group walking tour led by a local food expert. Over three hours, visit a handpicked mix of independent food businesses and local favourites, enjoying generous tastings that showcase both traditional Irish flavours and Dublin’s modern food scene. Along the way, hear the stories behind the dishes, neighbourhoods and people shaping the city’s food culture, and leave with plenty of local restaurant and café recommendations for the rest of your stay.
What you get
About this experience
Discover Dublin through its food on a small-group walking tour led by a local food expert. Over three hours, visit a handpicked mix of independent food businesses and local favourites, enjoying generous tastings that showcase both traditional Irish flavours and Dublin’s modern food scene. Along the way, hear the stories behind the dishes, neighbourhoods and people shaping the city’s food culture, and leave with plenty of local restaurant and café recommendations for the rest of your stay.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Alcoholic beverages
- Food tasting
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Delicious Dublin Tours
Delicious Dublin tour is an unmissable food experience in Ireland's capital city. Dublin has undergone a food revolution in recent years and our friendly, knowledgeable guides are passionate about sharing their insights about the contemporary food culture. The tour includes tastings and samples in eateries and food shops. You'll be introduced to Irish food history, learn about the best places to eat in the city and leave with great Irish food memories. Tours last for an average of three hours and include around 3 km (approx. 1.7 miles) of walking. Please note that tastings include dairy, gluten, alcohol, fish, meat with no alternative in some cases, let the local provider know in advance if you have any specific requirements. Make sure to bring a bottle of water, comfortable shoes, sunglasses and a rain coat - it's Ireland and the tour goes ahead rain or shine. Participants must be 18+.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dublin
Your guide will be holding a sign and will meet you at the bottom of the Spire (a stainless steel, pin-like monument) on O'Connell Street in Dublin city centre. Tours operate rain or shine!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Delicious Dublin Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that tastings include dairy, gluten, coffee, shellfish, alcohol, meat with no alternative in some cases. Not suitable for vegans.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Participants must be 18+
- Not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 743 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
10 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
743 verified traveler reviews for Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Do this! So fun!
This was a fantastic tour! Our guide, Lisa, was amazing. We were a group of about 12, and she immediately knew all our names. She was personable, easy to understand, and very informative about the food scene in Dublin. We made five stops- I won't say where in case it's not always the same- and tried a range of local foods. Everything was wonderful, and the route was easy to walk. I absolutely recommend this experience! We did this on purpose last day, but I think it would have been even better if we'd done it at the beginning of our trip, so we could have revisited some favorites or tried some of the other suggestions our guide gave us.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour with Lisa. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back someday!
via Tripadvisor
Great tour and guide
Kevin was great guide, told us about the places we were visiting and a bit of their history, also told us a bit of the history of certain places of Dublin. Overall great experience and would recommend.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the great review!
via Tripadvisor
Brilliant Tummy Tour of Dublin🥰
Ketty, our food guide, was exceptional! She was knowledgeable, humorous, and very engaged with the group. I would suggest this tour to anyone that loves food and would like to experience Dublin in a different way. Also loved the restaurant recommendations shared at the end:)
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the review. It was lovely to meet you!
via Viator
Should be part of your Dublin To-Do List
The Food Tour exceeded my expectations. Ketti was a wonderful guide starting with a food history of Ireland and walking us around to different small establishments; bakery/restaurant, Irish Coffee, 3 types of Irish stew & breads, ice cream and Irish cheeses. We loved and appreciated the history, stories and walking around different parts of town. Thank you for the flyer - given to us at the end of the tour! A wonderful experience and a must for any visitor of the City.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour.
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful food tour of Dublin
We had a wonderful time with Sinead. Her enthusiasm for and knowledge of Irish food, along with her upbeat personality made the tour a delight. We got to visit places that we never would have known about (even for those who were locals!). She also had lots of recommendations for other things to do in and around Dublin, and suggestions for restaurants in various places around the country where different people were traveling to. Highly recommended!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour with Sinéad.
via Tripadvisor
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
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 261
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 86
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dublin.
How much does Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories cost?
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Prices start at $103 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dublin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories 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 Dublin is not rushed.
Is Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 747 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Dublin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories?
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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 Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories 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 Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories?
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Around 261 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 Dublin 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 Dublin and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories 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 Dublin 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 Dublin?
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On Outty we rank every Dublin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dublin to Belfast Titanic Dunluce Castle Giants Causeway Tour, Dublin to Belfast Black Cab: Dunluce Castle and Giant's Causeway, Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway. 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 Dublin?
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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 Dublin?
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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 Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories?
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Included: Local guide; Alcoholic beverages; and Food tasting. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories?
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Your guide will be holding a sign and will meet you at the bottom of the Spire (a stainless steel, pin-like monument) on O'Connell Street in Dublin city centre. Tours operate rain or shine! Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories 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 Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories?
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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 Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Dublin. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories?
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Across 747 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.
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