Vancouver · FOOD
Good places to eat fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Walk about five to eight easy city blocks through Gastown with an English-speaking guide such as Sean, Rachel, Andrea, or Connor. Stop for roughly six to seven food tastings and three to four drinks, including karaage, pasta, poutine, waffles, beer, and wine. Come hungry, wear good shoes, and expect stairs.
“Delicious food and drink! Our tour guide Connor, was enthusiastic and shared so much of Vancouver’s history.”
Meet your guide at Granville Island Public Market for a two-hour, small-group food walk with up to 20 tastings. Expect cheese, meats, pickles, tea, Thai food, coffee, doughnuts, market stories, and useful Vancouver dining tips. Vegetarian and pescatarian options are available with advance notice.
“Wonderful food tour with Lydia through Granville Market. We went through 14 stops of delicious food, so definitely come hungry. Loved the descriptions and the choices of food - our 12 yo and 15 yo also enjoyed it. Great way to see the market for the first time. Thank you!”
Spend about three and a half hours walking Vancouver’s Gastown and waterfront area while sampling sushi, a pork sandwich, scotch eggs, tacos, chocolate, and a secret dish. Guides such as Landon, Ilya, Amir, and Arsham add local history and restaurant tips. Groups are limited to 12 people.
“Well organized. Landon did a wonderful job. Lots of history, food and beauty of Vancouver. Highly recommend this foos tour”
Spend three hours tasting your way through Gastown with guides such as Bronson, Conor, Nolan, or Tracy. Expect a progressive dinner at three restaurants, three drink pairings, stories at the Steam Clock and Blood Alley, and a printed guide for later meals.
“We had a great time. The tour was interesting and informative The food and drink were great Our guide, Tracey was awesome.”
Spend two hours exploring Granville Island Public Market with a culinary guide such as Bob, Michael, or Thomas. Expect samples from about 10 vendors, including charcuterie, cheese, pickles, soup, bread, chocolates, chai, and local sweets, plus stories about Vancouver food culture.
“We enjoyed our food tour of Granville market. Our host, Michael, was very knowledgeable about the area and the food we were tasting”
Start at Waterfront Station and walk into Gastown with a guide such as Arsham, Ali, Landon, or Nicole. Expect five substantial tastings, a cocktail for guests 19 and older, Vancouver history, and stops at Miku, Meat & Bread, Lee’s Donuts, Pourhouse, and Gringo.
“Landon took us to several local restaurants. The walk itself is not far, all within a couple city blocks. Our original guide had to cancel at the last moment and Landon, fortunately, was able to jump in.”
Spend three hours tasting Vancouver favorites and newer food ideas with a local English-speaking guide. You’ll try porchetta, poutine, sushi, a vegetable dish, butter tart, and a secret dish while learning about Gastown, the waterfront, and the North Shore. Groups are limited to 10, with private tours also available.
“Our Guide Ali was very efficient, friendly, and courteous. Easy to understand, we didn’t feel too rushed. Would have appreciated a little more history information.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Kirin Restaurant for a three-hour walk through downtown Vancouver’s Asian food scene. Expect dim sum, Japanese snacks, Korean BBQ, soft-serve ice cream, and a fruit drink, with guides such as Preethi, Angela, and Manuela bringing local food knowledge to the route.
“Angela was a knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide. I had no idea that the Richmond community existed and it was wonderful to see and support all of the local businesses and restaurants. Great food and a good way to spend an afternoon learning about the Asian communities in Vancouver.”
Walk Gastown with a private English-speaking guide and sample pork sandwich, Scotch egg, taco, sushi, dessert, and a secret dish. You’ll also see the Steam Clock, Vancouver Lookout area, and Olympic Cauldron. Mathieu and Landon are named guides.
“What an experience! We did the private Vancouver food tour with Mathieu, and he was just amazing. He was so knowledgeable, energetic, and passionate about Vancouver history, architecture, and (of course) food. We visited a variety of places and sampled so much: a porchetta sandwich, toffee bar, Scotch egg, CBC taco, sushi, and local chocolate. The tour takes place around the Gastown district, so while there's a bit of walking, it's not overwhelming. Everything is well paced across about 2.5 hours (at least for our private tour option). HIGHLY recommend for anyone wanting to experience a sampler from Vancouver's best eateries!”
Spend about 2.5 hours on Granville Island with a guide such as Ali, Nicole, Karen, Eve, or Landon. Expect five food stops, a cocktail for adults 19 and over, market stories, skyline views, and time to ask questions in a group capped at 12.
“Along with all the good food we tasted, we saw many sites and stores on Granville Island. Good afternoon tour.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Waterfront Station for a three-hour Gastown food walk. Expect sushi, a porchetta sandwich, donuts, butter chicken poutine, tacos, and a cocktail, with guides such as Landon, Nicole, Ali, and Arsham adding local history along the way.
“We had a great tour with Nicole, who showed us both local favorites as well as back-street places. :)”
Follow an English-speaking guide from Vancouver to Richmond for three hours of Asian food, market visits, dim sum, cultural tips, and tastings. Small groups of up to 12 keep the experience personal. Guides including Bronson, Anjgi, and Darray have been praised for their warmth and clear local insight.
“A really great food tour. Lovely guide, abundant tasty food. Great company. Highly recommend”
Walk Gastown with an English-speaking local guide, hear stories of Vancouver’s birthplace, and enjoy three courses at leading restaurants with wine or beer pairings. The tour ends with a make-your-own cocktail. Guides Pretty and Dina have earned special praise for their clear, engaging storytelling.
“Well executed and informative, great selection of food and drinks.”
Start with guide Tomer at Heritage Hall and walk through Mount Pleasant for six tastings, from a Malaysian-style burger and pho-braised brisket pizza to handmade tamales, local beer, and Earnest Ice Cream. Expect neighborhood stories, murals, and a small group capped at 10 people.
“We thoroughly enjoyed this tour of the culturally diverse food offerings of the Mount Pleasant neighborhood! Our guide, company owner Tomer, was highly informative and entertaining, sharing his knowledge of the area's history and the culinary delights we were sampling. Highly recommend this tour to all!”
Meet your English-speaking guide at A Bread Affair for a two-hour walk through Granville Island. You’ll taste a croissant, brioche mini pizza, soup, flatbread, and a handmade donut, with time in Ron Basford Park and Granville Public Market. Groups are limited to 10.
“Our tour guide Chris showed up right on time. He was super-nice and very knowledgeable. The food was delicious at every stop. Highly recommend.”
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