The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States

The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour

Outty Ranking 62 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $99

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The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour is a 3-hour experience in Los Angeles, United States, from $99 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
62 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
3 hours
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$99 per person

Welcome to Silver Lake! Silver Lake is known for its hills, hipsters, and incredible restaurants! This walking tour will introduce you to some of the best restaurants in all of Los Angeles. Arrive ready to eat because t

What you get

    About this experience

    Welcome to Silver Lake! Silver Lake is known for its hills, hipsters, and incredible restaurants! This walking tour will introduce you to some of the best restaurants in all of Los Angeles. Arrive ready to eat because this food tour will have plenty of stops! Over 2-3hrs you'll visit some of SL's best known and unknown foodie destinations. Throughout the walk, you'll learn about the history of the neighborhood and LA. The tour will also pass by a couple painted stairways for the perfect photo! The tour will cover approximately 2 miles over 2-3hrs. We usually walk a couple stairways and a small hill, so be prepared for a bit of walking as well. Food items on tour may change based on restaurant availability.

    What's included

    Included

    • Pupusas
    • Fresh California Produce
    • Award Winning Coffee
    • Fish or Shrimp Taco
    • Filipino Pastries
    • Japanese BBQ

    Not included

    • Bottled water

    What you'll see and do

    1. Los Angeles

      Silver Lake is a neighborhood in LA that is famous for murals, hills, and amazing food. This walking tour will take you through the area to visit some of the best restaurants in Silver Lake. Along the way, you'll see painted stairways, pass film locations, learn the neighborhood's history, and leave feeling full of food and knowledge! Come see why this neighborhood has been called one of the coolest in the world by travel magazines and websites.

      80 minutes here

    2. Begin the tour with an award winning coffee from Muddy Paw. In a neighborhood full of coffee shops, it is nice to find one that also supports the Pasadena Humane Society!

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    3. The Micheltorena Stairs have been called "the most Instagrammed stairway in the world." These famous stairs have murals of hearts surrounded by beautiful rainbow colors. Learn all the history of this mural with the person that maintains it for the neighborhood!

      10 minutes here

    4. Music Box Steps

      Pass by Silver Lake's Oscar winning stairs and see a clip of the 1931 film that used the stairs.

      5 minutes here

    5. What kind of LA food tour would this be if we didn't get an amazing taco? Choose between a fish or shrimp taco at the little beach on Sunset Blvd.

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    6. Great sushi can be found all over LA. Great Japanese BBQ isn't as ubiquitous. Luckily, we can sample amazing kushiyaki (skewers) from a chef with ties to the world-famous Nobu.

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    7. United Bread and Pastry is a 40+ year old family-owned Filipino bakery run by the nicest people in all of Los Angeles. You would probably never notice this spot on your own, but you won't forget it once you've been.

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    8. The tour will pass through the Silver Lake Farmers Market, which is only around on Tuesdays and Saturdays. While I pickup our award winning pupusas, you will have a few minutes to visit the booths and sample local produce.

      15 minutes here

    9. You don't have to go all the way to Italy to have life changing gelato. For 20 years, Pazzo Gelato has been serving the best gelato in Los Angeles. You'll will have a hard time choosing which two flavors to mix and match. You'll also want to come back and see what is new, because the flavors change with the seasonal fruit from the nearby Farmers Market.

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Los Angeles

    We will meet right outside of Muddy Paw Coffee. This location has a restroom!

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    We will meet right outside of Muddy Paw Coffee. This location has a restroom!

    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
    Tue, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    See LA in a Day

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Dietary Restrictions/Allergen Information

    Photos

    The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour in Los Angeles, photo 2Check out the neighborhood farmers market!The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour in Los Angeles, photo 4The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour in Los Angeles, photo 5Along the way, take photos with famous murals.The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour in Los Angeles, photo 7

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    1 mention

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Good for families

    1 mention

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    DeAnne_F · March 2026

    Silverlake

    Chris provided so much information about the families who run & own the establishments we visited - really enjoyed the deep dive into the history of the Silverlake area, including the famous staircases. He showed us a music video & Laurel and Hardy clip that featured the places we saw. All the food we ate was delicious! Definitely going to look up his other tours!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the Silver Lake Food Tour. I love getting to know local restaurant owners and workers, and sharing their stories with people on the tour. So much of Silver Lake has been changed into big chain businesses, but we still have some phenomenal restaurants that have been in the community for decades. I hope you will come back and explore the neighborhood to try some of the spots we couldn't fit into the tour. Thank you again for taking the tour!

    via Viator

    Jasmeet_P · January 2026

    Best food tour in LA

    An excellent few hours exploring the great neighborhood of Silver Lake. Chris is very knowledgeable and a true local of the neighborhood. He took us around the restaurants on Sunset, great choices. The painted steps and the tacos were the highlight.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the tour and helping to support some great Silver Lake businesses! I also love the tacos we get from Playita, definitely a highlight of the experience. Thanks again!

    via Viator

    Vincent_S · December 2025

    Awesome food tour!

    Chris, our tour guide, was fantastic. He's very knowledgeable about the history of Silver Lake and knows the best places to visit and eat. Will definitely do another tour with Chris next time we're in town!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for leaving this kind review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the Silver Lake Food tour. We barely scratched the surface of great Silver Lake restaurants, so I hope you'll come back and explore!

    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
    Tue, Sat
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 62

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)81
    Review evidence (18% weight)21
    Booking momentum (14% weight)12
    Value for money (12% weight)90
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)55
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Los Angeles.

    How much does The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $99 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 The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour 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 The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 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 The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour?

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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 The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour 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 The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour?

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    Around 1 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 The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour 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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    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.

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