Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Dublin, Ireland
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover Dublin’s burgeoning culinary culture—and visit a number of the city’s characterful eateries—on this small-group walking tour. Be sure to arrive hungry: this lunchtime tour kicks off in the late morning, and includes a number of samples. Drop by bakeries and food halls and head off the tourist trail when you visit venues that locals love. As you go, learn more about Ireland’s gastronomic history.
- Small-group walking food tour of Dublin
- Enjoy numerous samples of local dishes
- Get off the tourist trail and see another side of the city
- Learn all about Ireland’s rich food culture from your guide
What's Included
- Food tasting
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Local guide
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- The SpireO'Connell Street Upper, North City, Dublin, Ireland
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!
End point
- Dawson StreetDawson St, Dublin, Ireland
Itinerary
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Delicious Dublin Tours
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Participants must be 18+
- Not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
We had an incredible experience on the Delicious Dublin Food Tour, and much of that is thanks to our wonderful guide, Sinead. She was so personable, warm, and engaging—her storytelling added so much depth and character to the tour. We truly appreciated having her show us around the city, sharing not only the flavors of Dublin but also its heart and history.
Every stop on the tour was thoughtfully chosen, and I can’t say enough about the places we visited. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious—and more than plentiful! I especially loved discovering what a perfectly made Irish coffee should taste like—what a treat!
This tour was a highlight of our time in Dublin. We highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city. Honestly, if we ever return, we’ll do the tour again and cross our fingers that Sinead is our guide!
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based on 736 reviews
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This tour was lovely and Lisa made it even better. She brought the history of Ireland to life while introducing us to great eats.
Highly recommend this food tour for not only good food but for getting a better understanding of Irelands history.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thanks a million for the lovely review. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Lisa.
Lisa was a personable, knowledgeable and fun tour guide. We’re had a nice variety of food and drink at an easy walking pace. Everything was delicious.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review.
Kevin was entertaining as well as knowledgeable. His knowledge of the food as well as the city was top notch.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much Melissa. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Kevin.
Its a good walk about of the city on both sides of the river. The food was really good and the Irish coffee was PERFECT. Jane had a lot of experience on foot and through education. It was a good time and my partner also enjoyed. We were full by the end of it!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thanks a lot for your review. We're so happy to hear that you both enjoyed the tour!
We had a fun morning tasting a scone, seeing how to make the finest Irish coffee, a lunch with a variety of traditional stews, a beer and Irish brown bread, then onto a cheesemonger and an ice cream maker. All the spending our time with a knowledgeable culinary guide who kept us entertained with her good natured banter.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you had such a fun morning it Sinéad!
Our tour guide (Sinead) was personable and knowledgeable. The food was tasty and it was fun to learn about the Irish food culture and history.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour with Sinéad. We really appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back again someday!
This was an excellent food tour. Well rounded food experience, as well as great information on a some of the history of how all the food came about in the region. Your guide (forgot to write down her name!) was super awesome and helpful. Would 100% do this tour again or recommend to others. We actually went back to some of the places we ate at on our own.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much. Lisa will be delighted to hear that.
Lisa, our tour guide is very knowledgeable about local places to eat, visit, and have coffee. We had the best Irish stew and boxty. It’s highly recommended if you want to learn about the history of Irish food and culture.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the great review!
It was a sampling of food across Dublin covering various types from ice cream to Irish stew. Also provided history to the dublin neighborhoods and establishments.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for joining us!
The BEST way to see Dublin and experience their food. But, we decided this would be best done right as you get into Dublin instead of the last day as we did. Lisa gave us so many restaurant recommendations and we couldn’t go because we were leaving. This is a great way to experience food gems in the city. Plus, this is great for families with younger kids and Lisa was great with them!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words.
The name gives it away - enjoy some delicious food while learning a bit about Dublin’s history and culture. Highly recommend
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for joining us Lucas!
Kevin made for the best food tour guide ever! Such an amazing way to learn about the history of Ireland (and eat some incredible food). We loved every stop!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review!
Mae knowledge was incredible and her choices of places to eat were day! Our group was a lot of fun and the your went to quickly
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Maeve.
We had a fantastic experience on the Delicious Dublin Tours food tour with Maeve. She selected a thoughtful mix of stops that gave us real variety, and the walk through the city felt lively and enjoyable. The group was friendly, and Maeve stayed fully attentive to food allergies while keeping everything running smoothly.
We would happily revisit every stop on our own. The standout was the Irish coffee at Vice Coffee. It was exceptional and deserves a special shout out.
We highly recommend this tour. It delivers great food, great pacing, and a guide who clearly enjoys sharing Dublin’s culinary scene.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thanks so much for the review Sara!
This was a fantastic tour. Kevin was very knowledge with a great sense of humor. It was an easy walking tour and we went to 5 fantastic places for a mix of drinks and food, some tradition, some not. At the end of the tour we got a list of recommendations around the city which was helpful as well. I would highly recommend this tour. It’s one of the best I’ve done.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
Lisa was a fabulous guide. Super informative, and she took us to great places. We also had a great group accompanying us.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks so much for the review!
A wonderful 3 hour tour of parts of Dublin where food is the best. Maeve provided lots of history and imparted much of her vast knowledge and experience of food. We even returned to one of the restaurants the next day and spoke with the owner. Great time!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review!
Our guide Lisa gave an excellent guided tour to five food locations. Each was unique and had its own story. They were all small owner establishments, and the food/drink selections were excellent. Our favorite was Boxty in the Temple Bar area. We went back there later in the week and it was the best meal of our entire trip to Dublin.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review! I’m delighted you enjoyed the tour with Lisa.
Three hour tour was actually 3.5 hours. Five destinations with a great deal of standing - hard for senior participants. Cost a bit high for food samplings.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks for joining us and for taking the time to leave feedback.
We do mention in the tour description that a moderate level of fitness is required, as a 3-hour walking tour naturally involves walking and standing throughout, although guests are seated at 3 of the 5 stops along the route.
Regarding the timing, the guide advised that the tour finished approximately 10–15 minutes later than scheduled, however the group had also started early as guests arrived ahead of time. He also mentioned that the group was moving at a slower pace, so he adapted the tour to the rhythm of the guests, which is something we naturally need to do with groups of different ages and fitness levels.
Our pricing includes all food tastings, taxes, booking commissions, and fair pay for our guides. Ireland has a high cost of living and operating costs, so we do need to price tours accordingly while still aiming to offer good value and a genuine local experience.
A very fine experience indeed! A guide with a Master’s in Culinary Arts made it about, in addition to good food, the history of Ireland and how socio-economic changes, immigration etc. affected food and the preparation of it.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much — I’m really delighted you connected with that side of the tour. I’ve always wanted it to be about understanding Ireland through its food culture, history and the people shaping it today. Delighted you enjoyed it.
Kevin’s experience in the food business provided informed perspectives on the establishments and foods we sampled. His knowledge of history also helped put the city into context for us. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour with Kevin. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him — he’ll be thrilled.
Sinéad was very energetic, engaging, and passionate about her country and its food/wine scene. Quite entertaining!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much! Sinéad will be delighted to hear that — she’s incredibly passionate about Irish food and Dublin!
Great food experience. Kevin was very knowledgeable on Irish food and history. I would highly recommend this tour and especially with Kevin.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks a lot for joining us!
Great way to start a Dublin visit. Tasted some delicious food items and learned a bit of history at the same time.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much Alexa!
We loved our tour with Ketty! We lucky enough to have a small group, so the tour felt extra personalized and fun. We received some excellent recommendations and got to try some amazing bites. Thanks Ketty :)
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
It was a pleasure having you along, and I’m delighted you enjoyed the food and the recommendations.
As a foodie, this was a phenomenal tour! We learned about the history of food in Ireland while tasting traditional and modern cuisines. The tour supports small local businesses that source from regional farmers as well as establishments that have a long family-owned history. Ketty is not just an excellent guide, she is an expert! Her knowledge of food made for a rich experience. I learn about new cities that I visit through food tours. This is the best one yet. Do not miss this tour if you visit Dublin! You will not be disappointed.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful and generous review! It was so lovely to meet you, and I’m absolutely delighted you enjoyed the tour. It really means a lot to hear this was your favourite food tour.
Kevin was a great food tour guide. He is very knowledgable about the Dublin food and beverage scene. He made the tour fun!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for the great review!
We ate a variety of foods in local restaurants that the tour company has connections with. Each food was explained and often the history was highlighted. Our guide Kevin, was knowledgeable, very friendly, and made our experience even better.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much!
Lisa is a fantastic tour guide. Very knowledgeable and interesting. Out of the five tastings, id say the stews and cheeses were the most interesting. The other three not so much. i.e. instead of going to a coffee shop, maybe a pub would have been more interesting.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re so glad you enjoyed Lisa as your guide.
We serve the Irish coffee in a coffee shop because it’s an award-winning Irish coffee and a great example of how Dublin’s food scene has evolved. While many visitors expect Irish coffee in a pub, the reality is that Irish coffee in pubs is often not as good, so we prefer to showcase one of the best in the city.
We’re delighted you enjoyed the stews and cheeses, and we appreciate your feedback.
Really enjoyed my tour with Sinead she was funny, knowledgable and supportive of the local traders around her home town it was memorable and the food was amazing would gladly recommend this tour
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for you review.
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