Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food
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Manila, Philippines
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Manila can be an overwhelming place to navigate which could mean you miss out on good places to eat. On this small-group tour, discover the best Filipino street food while you explore with a local. Travel to different restaurants and street vendors to sample authentic snacks and dishes such as steaming dumplings, warm soup, and meat skewers washed down with local beers and juices.
- A great introduction to Manila and Filipino street food
- End your street food tour with a delicious sweet treat
- Get insider tips on where to eat and drink in Manila
- A small group means more attention from your guide
Sample Menu
Starter
Assorted Grilled Meats (Pork/Chicken)
Starter
Assorted Savory Deep Fried Dishes
Main
Local Food Favorites
Dessert
Cool and Creamy Local Dessert
What's Included
- Alcoholic Beverages1 Local Beer, 1 Fruit Juice or combination
- SnacksUp to 10+ different local street food, from pork, chicken and fish flavored dishes. Mostly Grilled, Deep Fried or Roasted.
- Bottled water1 Bottled Water
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Starbucks - California Garden SquareCalifornia Garden Square Clubhouse, Domingo M. Guevara, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines
The exact meet up point is at Starbucks, California Garden Square, Highway Hills, Mandaluyong city. Easily travel to the meet up point using the Grab App.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended for vegans and vegetarians
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 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
Chloe was a fantastic tour guide on our Filipino street food tour. From the moment we met her, she was incredibly sweet, welcoming, and genuinely excited to share her love for local food and culture. The entire tour was thoughtfully organized — every stop flowed smoothly, and she made sure we were comfortable, informed, and never rushed. Chloe explained each dish with great detail and enthusiasm, and her recommendations were spot on. You can tell she truly cares about creating a memorable experience. We left full, happy, and grateful for such a wonderful guide. Highly recommend booking with Chloe!
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Go hungry! We had a lot to eat. Chloe was an excellent guide, she knew a great deal about the foods and culture and was very fun and friendly. We also got to ride in a tricycle and a jeepney to add to the fun.
Chloe is the best, superb guide. Had various sweets & street snacks throughout the tour. The jeepney & tuk tuk rides were cool too. Really enjoyed the Filipino beers. My favorite was one of the unusual treats, I won’t say which, you’ll have to try for yourself. Hint: it’s on a skewer
Such a lovely tour! Chloe was so knowledgeable and kind. We had a significant amount of rain the day of our tour, so she quickly adjusted to ensure we would stay as dry as possible. It was wonderful to end at a karaoke bar. :)
Jian was SO knowledgeable and personable which made the entire experience absolutely amazing!! There was a variety of foods to try so it will be easy for everyone to find something they love. It was really nice being away from the tourist area as well ☺️ highly recommend booking this tour for anyone that knows very little about Filipino cuisine and looking to try some items they wouldn’t normally have access to!
A delicious encounter with Filipino street food, visiting a variety of small street vendors. Come hungry.
This walking food tour was one of the highlights of our trip! Our guide, Chloe, struck the perfect balance of being incredibly knowledgeable, genuinely funny, and wonderfully accommodating throughout the experience.
What really set this tour apart was the way she brought every stop to life. She didn’t just hand us food. She shared the history behind each dish, explained the local ingredients and traditions, and gave us a deeper appreciation for what we were tasting.
It was also clear that Chloe had built real relationships with the vendors we visited. The mutual respect and friendly rapport she shared with each of them made the experience feel authentic and welcoming, rather than like a typical tourist stop.
If you’re looking for a tour that combines amazing food, local culture, and a guide who is passionate about what she does, I can’t recommend this experience highly enough. Come hungry and leave with a full stomach and a much greater appreciation for the local food scene!
Chloe was charismatic, fun and very informative. Her tour is a well curated cross section of local Filipino foods and culture. Definitely not a “cookie cutter” tour. She created a personal, hospitable and friendly experience that gives you a real glimpse into local Manila culture through food in a vibrant neighborhood. Even if you know Filipino food there are some nice surprises. Also the food choices were delicious and you will definitely not leave hungry! Real portions with real local food. Highly recommend. Salamat po Chloe!
Rather than spend a week sampling foods here and there, this is a great, safe, and comprehensive way to get the flavor of Manila's tasty street food! We came hungry but were stuffed when the tour was over. Our friendly and smart guide, Chloe, took us to several spots where we were treated to 15+ servings of Manila's most iconic snack foods and drinks, some were savory, and some were sweet, but all were full-size. It was fun, delish, and filling!
Chloe was an amazing tour guide! She planned everything perfectly and we had some great conversations within our small tour group. There was a LOT of food so come hungry!
Amazing! It was a great way to learn about the culture. Chloe was very knowledgeable and let us take time to take pictures and go at our own pase. Some food was different but nothing we couldn't handle. Make sure to go hungry. There are multiple options at each location!
For our first day in Manila, we wanted to visit an area that had fewer tourists and would give us a sense of how some Manila residents live. The food tour provided an excellent background for accomplishing this. Each stop was carefully selected to introduce food that is common in the Philippines. I appreciated how the tour gradually introduced food items that may be less commonly known to Westerners. In addition, there was no pressure to eat any food item that you weren't comfortable with and the portions were more than adequate. Chloe did an excellent job explaining each food item that was offered and when it is was generally eaten by Filipinos. The last stop also provided an opportunity to visit a popular restaurant and enjoy several dishes. I would highly recommend it especially as you are recovering from jet lag and want an easier tour.
Had an amazing time with Chloe! Unlike some food tours where you get only tasting samples, you get the full size portions at the multiple stops on this tour. Good thing I had a light lunch on this day because I was definitely full by the end. The surprises along the way were also a nice touch. Definitely would recommend!
Friendly guide, lots of food, pretty easy going. Very nice way to spend some time getting familiar with Filipino culture while eat some food.
Wonderful tour! So much food, we were stuffed! Make sure you show up hungry. Chloe and Nell were great tour operators! Highly recommend!
Nel was great and very knowledgeable!! A very fun time, enjoyed using a tricycle and the jeepneys for the first time :)
This tour is a great way to try several Filipino street foods. It's a lot of food so come hungry. I also enjoyed riding a tricycle and a jeepney.
Absolutely amazing!! Chloe was an absolute gem, very kind, funny and amazing at explaining the food and some little facts about the food as well. Almost had to roll back to the hotel, due to her ensuring we had enough of the foods to try. Would 100% recommend this to anyone who comes to the Philippines.
We are 100% stoked we booked this tour last minute. It gave us such a great insight to local culture. Great for all ages. Chloe was probably one of the best food tour guides we have ever encountered. So enjoyable - dont hesitate, just book!
It is a great immersion into the blend of Filipino and other cultures cuisine. Come hungry and dress cool to enjoy the experience. Thoroughly recommended.
Really fun and exciting tour lead by Chloe, who lead us through a local neighborhood to try Filipino food. Without another tourist in sight she took us to various stalls and shops and explained all the food we were trying and how we should order it if we were on our own.
I really enjoyed the experience and would definitely recommend it to anyone else who wanted a chance to eat local food without feeling overwhelmed by the choices!
Fantastic knowledge of food and culture! The bites were plentiful and every dish was exciting and adventurous. Can not recommend enough.
Great experience! I recommend this tour! Our guide, Chloe, was very nice and very knowledgeable. There is so much food included, make sure you arrive hungry. I also really like the Jeepney and side-by-side ride on the way to the different food venues.
What a great afternoon trying Filipino food with some fun "extras" thrown in to feel like a local. PLENTY of food, but the food is meat-heavy, with some wild bits thrown in. Enjoyed how Chloe told history of the area, the food, all while making it fun. Definitely a food tour to take.
What a fantastic experience! Chloe led us on a culinary adventure taking us through a vast array of Filipino treasures and exciting dishes. Savory, sweet, smoky, grilled, fried, fresh, cold, hot. All were experienced within a 3-hour tour. I've been on a number of food tours and this was one of the best. But please come hungry. There is a lot of food to sample, and I feel so much more knowledgeable about the history and pride of Filipino food, and I encourage you all to consider this tour. You won't be disappointed.
This was an excellent experience about the culture and the food in the area. Everything was fresh and delicious.
We have done food tours around the world and this is a really great one! You will definitely leave stuffed and there's a wide variety of food to try - including some very adventurous stuff. We took a tricycle and a Jeepney to get around for two short legs, which was SO fun and an unexpected surprise. Chloe is super professional and answered all of our many questions about the Philippines and its food. Thank you, Chloe!
Chloe was wonderful! She explained the food items. She provided a great variety of food. She is knowledgeable about the history and culture of the items.
Chloe was an excellent guide, had a great time trying new foods and getting to understand what we were having.
If you are even remotely considering booking this - please do. Chloe was amazing, the food was plentiful, the neighborhood was bustling and you get to experience a few surprises we didn’t know were coming! 15/10 (and I never leave reviews…)
Overall, it was a wonderful experience! Nelly and Jian were fantastic guides—so knowledgeable and friendly. The mom-and-pop restaurants truly delighted us, and we enjoyed sampling a variety of local street foods, beers, and liquors. Nelly's cheerful and humorous personality made the tour even more enjoyable. We wholeheartedly recommend this tour to everyone!
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