Cincinnati Historic Centre Food Tour with 6 Authentic Dishes
Overview
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3 hours
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Experience Cincinnati’s rich flavors on our Secret Food Tour through the city’s vibrant historic district. With 6+ tastings, you’ll discover why locals are so proud of their food traditions. Bite into a warm Goetta, egg, and cheese sandwich—an iconic Queen City breakfast favorite. Savor the legendary Taconey, then indulge your sweet side with handmade cake truffles, a golden Liège waffle, and the city’s most famous scoop: creamy Graeter’s ice cream. As you eat your way through hidden gems and beloved classics, your guide will share the stories, culture, and history that shaped Cincinnati’s unique food scene. And, as always, you’ll finish with our delicious Secret Dish, revealed only during the tour. Join us for a flavorful journey that blends tradition, comfort, and a touch of indulgence in every bite.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Findlay Market
Findlay Market is Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market and one of Cincinnati's most cherished institutions, welcoming more than one million visitors each year. Open Tuesday through Sunday year round, it is home to more than 50 full-time merchants selling meat, fish, poultry, produce, flowers, cheese, deli, ethnic foods and more.
Washington Park
Washington Park is a 6-acre park in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati built on land that once hosted the city's Presbyterian and Episcopal cemeteries before it was acquired by the city from 1858 to 1863. Today, Washington Park welcomes millions of individuals each year from all over, hosting over 300 events annually, including live music, public markets, outdoor fitness classes, children's activities and more.
What‘s Included
Iconic Cincinnati Taconey
Handmade Gourmet Cake Truffle
Golden Liège Waffle
Legendary Graeter’s Ice Cream
Classic Goetta, Egg & Cheese Sandwich
Our Exclusive Secret Dish
Pick-up and Drop-off
Gratuity
Options
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Private Cincinnati Food Tour: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of Cincinnati for only you and your group
Cincinnati Small Group Tour
Small Group Food Tour: Choose this option to join our Secret Food Tour Cincinnati in a group of 12 people or less!
Reviews
72 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour Was Awesome - Buy a Ticket!!
A3439OMjoyw,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Karen was an AMAZING tour guide. She had so many facts, had a easy and walkable route, and just all around a girls girl! I would only do this tour again if she was my guide. I attended with 3 other friends and we kept talking about how lovely our experience was. Side note: Karen’s pictures of our group were fire! Definitely IG - worthy. Thank you so much!
Great guide and tour
DMalachi,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time mainly because our guide was amazing! Karen you showed us a good time. We learned so much and enjoyed every stop. You are fun, funny, and cool! Thank you!
Awesome Cincinnati Food Tour
robbinh986,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Karen was absolutely the right person for our friend group! She was not only knowledgeable, she was fun. We had the best time with her, and I think she enjoyed her time with us. The food selections, authentic to Cincinnati, were delicious and filling. The historical aspects behind the food and the city itself were awesome. I would highly recommend this tour…but only if you luck out and get Karen as your tour guide!!
Lots of food and seeing downtown Cincinnati
daniellQ7216XN,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael was a great speaker and tour guide. The food and history of some of the food places was great. Great time in Cincinnati on the tour-only thing better is if one of the breweries would have been included in the tour.
A great way to see the city
Chris H,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great way to see parts of the city that I would not otherwise have seen. It was a fantastic experience that introduced up to new places and tastes. I will definitely be finding new tours to do. And our guide did a fabulous job.
Fun for locals too!
Jenheiert,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The secret food tour in Cincinnati was so much fun! We are local to the area but still learned a lot and tasted new things! Penny was an awesome tour guide!
Very lovely day and...
Sara R,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very lovely day and experience. If you are looking to have the Skyline Chili, will have to book on a day other than Sunday. Karen was a lovely host and introduction to the city.
Best Cincinnati food experience
450hollyr,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Karen was great! She was very knowledgeable and told us about many other places to check out. We had a wonderful time
Wonderful experience with an even better guide!
tonywV2890QL,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Karen was amazing! Her enthusiasm was contagious. I’ve been coming to northern Kentucky for 40 years, with occasional trips across the river, and I was blown away by her wealth of knowledge. Made us appreciate Cincinnati more than we thought possible. Highly recommend booking with her!
Great Day in Cincy!
TwoTravelCats,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour of Cincinnati with our guide Michael! Even though Mrs. TravelCat is a vegetarian, Michael arranged alternative food for her as well. It was great to have an insider view of the culture and history of the city. After spending the day with Michael, it felt like we were saying goodbye to an old friend!
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