
Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings
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Is Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings worth booking?
Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings is a 3-hour experience in Los Angeles, United States, from $335 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $335 per person
On our Secret Food Tour: Los Angeles, you’ll be taken into the heart of Venice Beach to discover a lively and vibrant neighborhood with a rich foundation and of course, mouth-watering dishes. You'll experience firsthand
What you get
About this experience
On our Secret Food Tour: Los Angeles, you’ll be taken into the heart of Venice Beach to discover a lively and vibrant neighborhood with a rich foundation and of course, mouth-watering dishes. You'll experience firsthand what happens when great food meets culinary creativity. We'll enter a community that fosters stunning street art, both on the main roads and weaving through the city neighborhoods. Venice Beach is a community that embraces diversity through art, culture, cuisine, and hospitality. At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Los Angeles' most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of our culture and history. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
What's included
Included
- Sambazon Açai Bowl | Argentinian Empanada
- Churro Waffle Bites | Our Signature Secret Dish
- Crispy Fish Taco | Quesabirria with Consomé
Not included
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
A district in the Venice section of Los Angeles, California. The district is noteworthy for its man-made canals built in 1905 by developer Abbot Kinney as part of his Venice of America plan.
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Contemporary title of the outdoor weightlifting platform constructed in Venice, California, a distinct neighborhood in the city of Los Angeles. It is an open playground with a gated area that encloses weightlifting equipment. The second area is a sand box with gymnastic, rope climbing, and acrobatic bars.
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Famed sandy stretch and beachside promenade with street performers, bodybuilders, shops & eateries.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Los Angeles
We will meet at the Venice Whaler, 10 Washington Blvd., Venice, CA 90292. Our guide will be standing there to greet you with our Secret Tours umbrella so we are easy to spot!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour will end on the Venice Boardwalk between Horizon and Westminster Avenues.
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
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
10 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Delicious tour in Venice Beach!
Clovis was an excellent tour guide with great local knowledge of Venice Beach. All of the food was delicious & from places I may have never known to try. Definitely recommend.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It’s great to know the tour added something positive to your time. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours in the future.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Steve was our tour guide. We loved all the food. Steve is an excellent tour guide.
Response from the operator: We appreciate you posting your impressions! Hearing that the tour left a positive memory is always rewarding. We’d love to host you again on Secret Food Tours.
via Tripadvisor
Stephen’s food tour
Great time! Very enjoyable and knowledgeable. Thank you!!!! Had a great amount of food and was enjoyable and had nice conversation
Response from the operator: We appreciate your review and your time. It’s great to hear the overall flow of the day felt comfortable and enjoyable. You’re invited to discover another Secret Food Tours in any city!
via Tripadvisor
Food tour with Clovis
Great food! Great host! Thanks Clovis for the great tour! Food selection was varied and just the right amount! One of our favorite food tours we have been on
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re glad our tour felt like a worthwhile and enjoyable part of your time in the city, with food adding to the journey. You’re always welcome to explore another Secret Food Tours!
via Tripadvisor
Awesome Food Tour!
Our tour with Steve was very enjoyable and even though we are locals of 10 years, we still learned a lot about the local food scene and the history behind it! The food was delicious and our tour guide, Steve, was great!
Response from the operator: Thank you for such positive feedback. We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the food stops and the stories behind each one. We’d be delighted to see you again on another Secret Food Tour soon!
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
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Los Angeles.
How much does Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings cost?
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Prices start at $335 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Los Angeles usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings 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 Los Angeles is not rushed.
Is Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Los Angeles, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings?
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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 Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings 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 Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings?
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Around 4 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour +6 Food Tastings 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
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Los Angeles rewards travellers who cluster their bookings by geography rather than by theme. Studio tours and Hollywood walks sit inland, the Malibu and Santa Monica coast runs west, and Griffith Observatory and the canyon hikes work best at dawn or dusk. We weight transport clarity in the ranking here: whether pickup is included changes an LA day more than the tour itself. On Outty we rank every Los Angeles experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hollywood Sign 2.5-Hour Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs, Los Angeles Hollywood Sign Hike: Front, Behind, and Expert Guide, Los Angeles Original 90-Minute Walking Tour to The Hollywood Sign. 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 Los Angeles?
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March to May and September to November, for clear air and open canyon roads. 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 Los Angeles?
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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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