Los Angeles: Downtown Food Tour

Exploring the vibrant culinary scene of downtown Los Angeles has never been easier. This 3-hour walking tour guides visitors through a diverse range of specialty food stores, buzzworthy spots, and ethnic eateries, showcasing the city’s rich history and flavors. From renowned landmarks to gourmet offerings, the tour promises an immersive experience that tantalizes the senses. Whether you’re a foodie, history buff, or simply curious about the city’s cultural landscape, this tour offers a unique opportunity to uncover the hidden gems that make downtown LA a true gastronomic destination.

This experience made our list of the 14 Best Food Tours In Los Angeles.

Key Points

• A 3-hour walking tour of Downtown LA that showcases the city’s best foods, history, culture, and architecture led by local experts.
• Visitors can taste a variety of delicious foods from specialty food stores, buzz-worthy spots, and ethnic eateries.
• The tour includes visits to famed landmarks like the Bradbury Building, Million Dollar Theater, and Biltmore Hotel.
• Participants can skip the line to taste the best BBQ, tacos, and sweet treats in Downtown LA.
• The tour provides fascinating tidbits about the city and its vibrant food scene.

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Tour Overview

This Downtown LA food tour is a 3-hour walking experience that allows participants to discover the best foods, history, culture, and architecture of the city through the insights of local guides.

The tour takes guests on a culinary journey, showcasing a diverse array of specialty food stores, buzz-worthy spots, and ethnic eateries.

Attendees will explore famed landmarks like the Bradbury Building, Million Dollar Theater, and Biltmore Hotel, while strolling through the historic Grand Central Market and sampling from well-known vendors.

With skip-the-line access, guests can indulge in the best BBQ, tacos, and sweet treats that Downtown LA has to offer, learning fascinating tidbits about the city along the way.

Highlights

Guests on the tour can enjoy a variety of delicious foods from specialty food stores, buzz-worthy spots, and ethnic eateries. They’ll also visit famed landmarks like the Bradbury Building, Million Dollar Theater, and Biltmore Hotel, and stroll through the historic Grand Central Market to sample from well-known vendors. Plus, guests can skip the lines and taste the best BBQ, tacos, and sweet treats in Downtown LA.

Food Tastings	Cultural Stops	Unique Experiences
Pitchoun Bakery (French)	Bradbury Building	Skip the lines
Horse Thief BBQ (Texas-style)	Million Dollar Theater	Sample the best BBQ, tacos, sweets
Berlin Currywurst (German)	Biltmore Hotel	Stroll through Grand Central Market

Food Tastings

Los Angeles: Downtown Food Tour

The Downtown LA food tour offers a diverse array of culinary delights, from classic French baked goods at Pitchoun Bakery to Texas-style barbecue at Horse Thief BBQ. Guests can also savor the German flavors of Berlin Currywurst’s LA twist on a street food classic.

For those who love cheese, DTLA Cheese showcases artisanal varieties. Madcapra Falafel serves up locally sourced produce in their delicious falafel, while Guisados tantalizes with slow-cooked braised meat tacos.

The Nickel Diner delights with comfort food classics like the maple bacon doughnut, and the grand Bottega Louie offers a restaurant, bakery, and gourmet market all in one.

Pitchoun Bakery

The downtown food tour kicks off at Pitchoun Bakery, a French boulangerie that whips up an array of freshly baked croissants, breads, and pastries using time-honored recipes and techniques.

Guests can’t resist the buttery, flaky croissants or the indulgent chocolate-filled pastries. The bakery’s owner, a native of Provence, has brought the flavor and spirit of his homeland to Downtown LA, offering a taste of authentic French cuisine.

As visitors browse the cozy space, they’ll be transported to a quaint Parisian street, savoring the aroma of freshly baked goods and sipping on rich, aromatic coffee. It’s the perfect start to a culinary journey through the heart of the city.

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Horse Thief BBQ

After indulging in the authentic French delicacies at Pitchoun Bakery, the tour moves on to Horse Thief BBQ, a popular Texas-style barbecue spot that has garnered acclaim for its mouthwatering smoked meats and flavorful sides.

The tour group samples a variety of Horse Thief’s signature dishes, including their tender brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and smoky hot links.

The robust flavors and expert preparation showcased here highlight the diverse culinary influences that have shaped Downtown LA’s vibrant food scene. Guests delight in the juicy, well-seasoned proteins and perfectly complementary sides, such as creamy mac and cheese and tangy coleslaw.

This stop on the tour provides a delightful taste of authentic Texas-style barbecue amid the urban landscape of the city.

DTLA Cheese

Next, the group moves on to DTLA Cheese, an artisanal cheese shop featuring a carefully curated selection of specialty cheeses from around the world.

At DTLA Cheese, the tour guests will have the opportunity to sample:

• Creamy Brie from France
• Sharp Cheddar from Vermont
• Tangy Goat Cheese from California
• Rich Blue Cheese from Oregon

The knowledgeable staff provides recommendations and insights into the unique flavor profiles and production methods of each cheese. Guests are encouraged to ask questions and learn more about the art of cheese making.

This stop offers a chance to appreciate the diverse and delicious world of artisanal cheeses.

Guisados

From DTLA Cheese, the tour continues to Guisados, a beloved local hotel known for its slow-cooked braised meat tacos.

At this stop, guests will sample Guisados’ signature offerings, which feature tender, flavorful fillings like beef tinga, chicken tinga, and pork in a variety of aromatic spices and sauces.

The tacos are served on handmade corn tortillas, giving them an authentic, artisanal feel.

Guisados prides itself on using locally sourced ingredients and time-honored cooking techniques to create its delectable menu items.

Visitors can expect a satisfying and flavor-packed taco experience that showcases the vibrant Mexican culinary traditions of Downtown LA.

Booking Details

Los Angeles: Downtown Food Tour

The food tour is bookable for $89.00 per person, with the option to reserve now and pay later.
Customers can take advantage of free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

The booking details offer several key benefits:

1. Flexible payment options allow customers to reserve the tour now and pay later.
2. Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance provides peace of mind.
3. The $89.00 per person pricing is affordable for a 3-hour walking food tour.
4. Customers can be confident the itinerary is subject to change, ensuring they get the best possible experience.

With these convenient booking details, guests can easily plan and enjoy the Downtown LA food tour.

Recap

Enjoy the vibrant culinary and cultural scene of Downtown LA on this walking tour.

You’ll discover a diverse range of specialty food stores, buzz-worthy spots, and ethnic eateries, showcasing the city’s rich history and flavors.

Highlights include visiting iconic landmarks, sampling delectable bites, and soaking up the lively atmosphere of the Grand Central Market.

It’s a must-do experience for any food and culture enthusiast visiting Los Angeles.

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