Behind The Scenes Food Tour: South Philly & Italian Market
Overview
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3 hours
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Tiny Table Tours was founded by a well-known local food journalist, and those relationships are at the core of our tours. We share stories gathered from one-on-one interviews with business owners and chefs that will give you a behind-the-scenes, personal view of South Philadelphia. Our tour guides are deeply immersed in Philly food and dining scene, giving you a deeply personal experience.
The tour includes six bites of food, including sweet treats, a Vietnamese sandwich, tacos and more. We'll talk about (but not eat) cheesesteaks, and introduce you multigenerational family businesses.
We’ll also share our cheat sheet: a list of recommendations for bars, restaurants, and other fun activities in the city.
All in all, we’ll walk about 1 mile over the course of 2.5 hours, so please come prepared.
We can easily accommodate vegetarians and pescatarians with advance notice. PLEASE let us know if you/anyone in your party has any dietary restrictions we should be aware of.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Columbus Square Park is a neighborhood gathering spot in the Passyunk neighborhood in South Philly. We'll meet up and gather the group, then visit a bakery, talk about the hidden history of the invention of the Philly cheesesteak, discuss Philly's culture of public art, and get to know a lesser-known part of South Philly.
Once home to industrial warehouses, Washington Avenue has become a dividing line for the city and is home to some of our favorite restaurants in the city. We'll visit a legendary Vietnamese bakery and a longstanding Mexican restaurant with some of the best tacos in the city.
Options
Beyond the Italian Market Food Tour
What‘s Included
guests 21 and up will sip wine. Younger guests and those who don't partake will have the option to try an N/A alternative
Lunch
Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
83 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Philly Food
Robert S,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Matea was a fantastic tour guide with great information. Never felt rushed during this tour. The stops we made all were outstanding
Not Just ANY Food Tour!
CindyKWarrington,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jackie was our guide, and she was great! I had been on another South Phila. Food Tour, but this tour went to different places- we tasted Vietnamese food, Mexican food, Jewish specialties, wine, Mighty Bread, and even an Isgrow Canolli! Everything was delicious, and it was fun learning the history behind the Italian Market. I highly recommend it for a fun and delicious time!
Delicious, fun, and educational - highly recommend!
Pioneer42956366039,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience! Great guide, wonderful food, and a super overview of the melting pot of Philadelphia - highly recommend!
Best food tour I’ve ever done!
D3122QZmadelineb,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of my favorite tours I’ve ever done. Tour guide was super educational but also made the group feel cohesive. The food was delicious and I love that they gave out an additional guide to Philly restaurant at the end. The price felt very fair! Group was small, which I also liked.
Fantastic tour!
Susan M,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour, food sampling, and tour guide! Great background history of Philadelphia and the Italian market to provide context for the foods. Nice small group of people. And the food sampling and restaurant choices were amazing. Our best food tour in the US and internationally, hands down! Thank you!
Great for visitors and locals alike!
O8760NIannas,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun and delicious tour! Jackie was a great guide, and I really enjoyed learning things about my own neighborhood. Highly recommend for visitors and Philly residents too.
Excellent!
Marisa R,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There is A LOT of walking on this tour- we clocked over 3 miles. Worth the walking though! Great selections
Excellent
stephanie g,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Walking Tour. Jackie and Alessandra were engaging, knowledgeable and fun! Wear comfortable shoes! Layer accordingly to the temperature.
Fun but 3hrs of walking!...
Christine S,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun but 3hrs of walking! Maybe have a few more times/places to sit. Food was good - loved the cannolis.
Very fun!
Renee B,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great walk around south Philly. We appreciated it included the Italian Market and other areas. The food tasting was large and very unique.
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