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Beyond Portland

Portland Downtown Food Tour: 6 Tastings of Local & Global Flavors

Recommended by 93% of travelers
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Portland, USA
High interest
Booked 5+ times today.
  • 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.7
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· Karen_T ·
Jun 2026
Very informative, great food on the tour. Guide is delightful and provided helpful information. A great opportunity to learn something new and experience local food!
· Candy_Y ·
Jun 2026
This was a great food tour. Learned about Portland and sampled delicious foods. The tonkatsu sando at the start of the tour and the smores at the end were the highlights. Definitely recommend.

Overview

Discover why Portland, Oregon, is considered one of the country’s top food destinations—and enjoy an indulgent introduction to its must-try bites—on this small-group (or private) tasting tour. Meet your guide at lunch time, and be sure to come hungry: indulge in everything from fried sausages and eggs on sourdough to tonkotsu ramen, pretzels, donuts, and even a secret dish. As you go, visit some of Portland’s coolest neighborhoods and admire local landmarks.
  • Upgrade to turn this small-group tour into a private experience
  • Enjoy enough generous tastings to add up to a hearty meal
  • Head off the tourist trail and discover locals-loved destinations
  • Learn all about Portland’s dynamic food scene from your guide

What's Included

  • Crispy Japanese-style sandwich with savory miso seasoning
  • Southern-style shrimp and grits (vegetarian option available)
  • Warm soft pretzel with creamy and tangy dips
  • Our delicious Secret Dish
  • Gluten- and dairy-free seasonal pie
  • Water
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 701 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204, USA

    Under the umbrella of the Umbrella Man statue, in Pioneer Courthouse Square

End point

  • Southwest 3rd Avenue
    SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR, USA

Itinerary

1

Pioneer Courthouse Square

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Director Park

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

South Park Blocks

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Portland

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

Portland

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

6

CENTRL Office Portland - West End

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • * Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • * Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
  • * This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7
based on 237 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun tour with great food...

Aaron_S, Jul 2026
Fun tour with great food and nice variety. Rebecca was friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for your review, Aaron! Great experiences are made even better when they're shared, and we're glad we could share this one with you. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours.

Wonderful tour, great guide, delicious and plentiful food!

Toby_K, Jun 2026
See Portland sites and enjoy food that has put this town on the map. Bring your appetites because there are huge servings!!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Your review captures exactly the kind of visit we hope every guest enjoys. We'd love to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours whenever you're in another city!

We had a great time! The...

Jordan_W, Jun 2026
We had a great time! The food was delicious, and our host, Rebecca, was very knowledgeable and entertaining!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your thoughtful review! The city always has more waiting to be explored, and we'd love to be part of that again. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours soon.

Great experience, highly recommended!

Karen_T, Jun 2026
Very informative, great food on the tour. Guide is delightful and provided helpful information. A great opportunity to learn something new and experience local food!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

We loved reading your feedback! Your experience reflects everything we aim to share with our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.

Come to Portland for the food

Harold_D, Jun 2026
We’re locals living in the burbs of Portland but we don’t get downtown often. This was a fun day out and a chance to try some of the great foodie offerings Portland is known for. Ken did a great job giving us some local history and walking us around town. Good mix of food carts, Italian, Asian, a brewery, and a quirky dessert option. Interesting to see your own town in the eyes of a tourist.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

We loved reading your review! We are glad everything came together to make your time with us one to remember. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.

Awesome Portland tour!

Genny_P, Jun 2026
The tour guide was knowledgeable and very friendly. There was so much great food! This was a very cool part of Portland to tour, and I would highly recommend.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

We loved reading your review! It's wonderful to know you found so much to enjoy while exploring the city with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.

Excellent city eats

Taylor_B, Jun 2026
Isabel in Portland, Oregon was an excellent tour guide! Selection of food and city tips was top notch.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Your review is greatly appreciated! We're happy that your experience left you with such positive memories. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours.

Wonderful Food Tour

Candy_Y, Jun 2026
This was a great food tour. Learned about Portland and sampled delicious foods. The tonkatsu sando at the start of the tour and the smores at the end were the highlights. Definitely recommend.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

There is something particularly rewarding about hearing when guests connect with a city's local character. We're pleased that your experience gave you that opportunity. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!

Food tour of Portland

Robin_T, Jun 2026
Enjoyed walking around and tasting different varieties of food offerings in Portland. Enjoyed the tour

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Guest feedback is one of the most valuable parts of what we do. It's good to know that your day with us left a positive impression. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again in the future!

Fun and yummy!

kaela_h, Jun 2026
Rebecca was fun and informative! Food was amazing and we ended up coming back to one of them for family get together. I love the history lesson on Portland.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

We appreciate your kind words. It's great to hear that exploring the city with us was such an enjoyable experience. Thank you again for joining Secret Food Tours!

Great day if tasting Portland food.

Gregory_M, Jun 2026
Overall great experience and excellent guide with good stories about the city. My only comment is perhaps dropping the pasta stop for something a little different.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

It's always wonderful to hear from guests after their tour. We're happy that the experience left an overall positive impression. We've also noted you added thoughts as we continue to evaluate the experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!

Great food!!! Our guide...

Diane_J, May 2026
Great food!!! Our guide was wonderful with stories of historical Portland and suggestions for other places to try. We were full by the end of the tour. It was much more than food tastings - a guided tour of downtown Portland.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for joining us! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great time exploring the city and enjoying its food along the way. We hope to welcome you back on another Secret Food Tours experience soon.

Best food tour I’ve been on!

Amy_S, May 2026
Omg sooooo much food! I didn’t need breakfast before going nor did I eat after the tour either! I was stuffed and the food was DELICIOUS!!! Our guide was AMAZING! Very knowledgeable and fun at the same time!

Response from Host, May 2026

Reading this felt like hearing from someone after a really good day out. We’re pleased the experience became such a positive part of your time in the city. Thank you from Secret Food Tours!

Skip this one

Inas_A, May 2026
I would skip this one. Food wasn't great. Tour wasn't well organized. Very overpriced for the quality of the tour and food.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Inas. We understand that every guest experiences a tour differently, and expectations can vary when it comes to food preferences and what creates a memorable experience. Feedback like yours is valuable and helps provide insight into how guests view different aspects of the experience. We appreciate you joining us and hope you’ll consider visiting us again in the future. We’d love the opportunity to welcome you back and provide an experience that leaves a different impression.

A great way to experience a new city

Bryan_K, Apr 2026
Wear comfortable walking shoes. Dress accordingly in layers. Bring a bottle of water. Arrive hungry because you will definitely be full by the end of the tour. Our group ended up only being the 3 of us in our family, but our guide, Isabel made the experience such a great one. From the food we ate, to the knowledge about the city that was shared, Isabel made our first visit to Portland an amazing memory.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

We appreciate you sharing this feedback! It’s great that the tour provided a clear and enjoyable way to explore the local food scene. We hope to have you back with Secret Food Tours in the future.

Portland food

John_S, Apr 2026
This is a nice, well rounded food and culture experience in Portland. Our guide, Rebecca, was friendly, enthusiastic and informative. Overall, I recommend this food tour completely.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for writing this. It’s always encouraging when guests feel the experience was well put together and easy to follow. Secret Food Tours would be glad to have you again!

Great food tour Portland!

Sharon_P, Mar 2026
Isabel was a wonderful tour guide. She was very informative and the food was amazing. She was professional and friendly.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for joining us and leaving this review. We’re glad everything came together in a way that made the experience enjoyable. We look forward to welcoming you again on another Secret Food Tours!

Don’t eat breakfast before the tour because you’ll get large portions at each stop!

Lynn_K, Mar 2026
First of all, do not eat breakfast before this tour because the portions at each stop are very generous. Next, you’ll want to finish each dish, because the offerings are so delicious. Last, and, most importantly, Ken is a knowledgeable, personable, and fun tour guide. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

This was a nice review to come across. When things feel natural like that, it truly tends to leave a lasting impression. We’d happily host you again on another Secret Food Tours!

Ken was great!

Sunny_C, Dec 2025
Ken was great! He was extremely knowledgable and every place we went to the staff knew him. We give Ken 5 stars!!!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re pleased the tour helped bring local food into clearer focus through thoughtful explanation. You’re always welcome to explore another Secret Food Tours wherever you travel!

Layers of Flavors & Textures

Rebecca_S, Dec 2025
The food was really fabulous. Rich in flavor and various layers such as delicious textures, savory dishes, savory/sweet cheeses, and a sweet stop at the end. Every stop was a different type of food. Fun and tasteful! We loved Ken, our warm and welcoming host. He is passionate about all that Portland has to offer, he is great with conversation, and helpful with sightseeing suggestions. We enjoyed having Ken as our tour guide!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad the experience tied each tasting to its surroundings in a clear way. You’re welcome to join another Secret Food Tours wherever you go next.

This tour provides a nice...

Marc_J, Dec 2025
This tour provides a nice sample of the Portland food scene, and a decent amount of the city’s history.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! We’re pleased our tour offered a meaningful way to experience the city through food and conversation. You’re invited anytime to join another Secret Food Tours in any of our destinations.

Food, History, all around fun!

Charlie_C, Oct 2025
A few years ago, I was in portland with my family and we had booked this tour. Unfortunately, I was ill the day of this tour and had to head back to my hotel after the first stop. Fast forward a couple years and I'm back in portland solo and I knew I had to book this tour and exorcise some food demons. Glad I did, this was a fantastic tour with great stops. Ive been on many a food tour and I always love when I am taken to places that I wouldn't have ventured into on my own. My favorite stop was Khao Moo Dang with its delicious Thai noodles and broth. Another win for secret food tours, we've used them in Charleston, Sc as well. I can't wait for our upcoming food tour with them in Milwaukee next month, as well as another one in Dublin in December.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

We’re delighted to know you enjoyed exploring the city’s local flavors and culture with us. Sharing these authentic food experiences is something we take great pride in. We’d be honored to welcome you again with Secret Food Tours!

Great Tour

Tiffany_M, Oct 2025
It was a great experience. I enjoyed the tour and Ken was a great tour guide. I learned a lot about Portland and the places we got food was great.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for joining and for your review! We’re happy that our guide’s passion and food choices made a lasting impression. Secret Food Tours would be thrilled to welcome you again soon.

Knowledgeable local...

Pamela_V, Oct 2025
Knowledgeable local guide, very pleasant; food stops were thoughtful and represented Portland OR variety of cuisines well.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for taking part in our tour! Our guides truly love seeing guests experience local favorites for the first time. Secret Food Tours would be happy to have you again in one of our 100+ cities.

Fantastic food!

Kevyn_W, Oct 2025
This was such an amazing food tour! We went to some truly Portland restaurants and food carts. Our guide was full of great information and she really made the experience informative and fun. It was a lot of food, that was all delicious. I highly recommend this tour

Response from Host, Oct 2025

We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the food and company! It’s always great to know our guides helped bring the city’s character to life. You’ll always have more to explore with Secret Food Tours.

Super Fantastic!

Brianna_A, Oct 2025
We loved all of the food on the trip and getting recommendations on where to go while we were in Portland. It was also fun getting to know the history behind Portland as well. Additionally our tour guide Rebecca was amazing! Very knowledgeable, and personable. She connected well with everyone on the tour and she gave my husband and I a special moment at the desert stop. She asked the restaurant to put a candle in our pie and then got the tour group sing Happy Babymoon (to the tune of Happy Birthday). It was a very special surprise and a great way to kick off our trip. Thanks for making us feel loved and filling our bellies.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

We’re happy that you had such a great experience. Bringing people together over food is what drives everything we do. Secret Food Tours would be thrilled to welcome you again soon!

Isabel did a great job on...

Carol_Z, Sep 2025
Isabel did a great job on her picks, fun meeting the people we toured with. Learned lots of Portland history

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thanks for leaving this note! Each tour is built around food and culture, and it’s rewarding to hear it gave you a memorable experience. Secret Food Tours has tours ready in 100+ cities.

Rebecca was wonderful!...

Timothy_R, Sep 2025
Rebecca was wonderful! Great food and great stories! Would highly recommend this again - also very walking / wheelchair friendly.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Your feedback is valued. We’re glad you enjoyed the balance of flavors, stories, and atmosphere throughout the tour. Secret Food Tours has more experiences waiting in 100+ cities worldwide!

Doing food tours is a...

Janet_E, Sep 2025
Doing food tours is a great way to get to try several local places and learn about the city. Jennifer was a great tour guide and I enjoy all the places we went to.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

We’re so glad you enjoyed the experience. The food, stories, and people make the day what it is, and it’s rewarding to know you valued it. Secret Food Tours is here for you in 100+ cities worldwide!

Don't skip this one

Anitalyn_S, Sep 2025
Excellent tour! The food was more than a taste, good size portions! The tour guide Rebecca was excellent!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

We really appreciate your review! Our guides enjoy showing off both the hidden gems and the city’s classics, and it’s nice to know you enjoyed them. Secret Food Tours in over 100 cities is always ready for your next adventure.

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