Downtown Pittsburgh Hidden Eats Food Tour with 6 Food Tastings
Overview
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3 hours
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On our Secret Food Tour: Pittsburgh, you’ll explore the beating heart
of Steel City—Downtown Pittsburgh.
Our experienced guides will lead you on a vibrant journey through the
rich history, diverse culture, and thriving food scene of Pittsburgh’s
bustling downtown neighborhood. Along the way, you'll indulge in
classic comfort foods, iconic local specialties, and modern takes on
beloved regional flavors. As you enjoy each dish, you’ll discover how
we evolved from an industrial powerhouse into a dynamic, food-loving
city with a deep appreciation for its working-class roots and
immigrant influences. Downtown Pittsburgh is a place where history and
innovation collide. From the towering glass skyscrapers with historic
charm to our unexpected love for pickles, this tour will take you
beyond the obvious and into the true flavors of "The 'Burgh".
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 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.
Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Point State Park
Point State Park is a Pennsylvania state park which is located on 36 acres in Downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, US, at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers, forming the Ohio River.
Fort Pitt Museum
Fort Pitt was a fort built by British forces between 1759 and 1761 during the French and Indian War at the confluence of the Monongahela and Allegheny rivers, where the Ohio River is formed in western Pennsylvania.
What‘s Included
Homestyle Pierogies
Greek Sampler
Pittsburgh’s Most Iconic Sandwich
Handmade Thumbprint Cookie
Delicious Baguette Lardons
Our Signature Secret Dish!
Gratuities
Options
Private Pittsburgh Food Tour
Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of Pittsburgh for only you and your group
Pittsburgh Small Group Tour
Pittsburgh Small Group Tour: Choose this option to join our Secret Food Tour Pittsburgh in a group of 12 people or less!
Reviews
64 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Great Burgh Food Tour
Tim M,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing food tour. Emily, our guide, was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and entertaining. We visited places that we will definitely go to again the next time we are in “The Burgh.” We highly recommend this food tour.
Great experience for people who like food and history!
buckeye man18,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My fiance and I visited Pittsburgh for the weekend for her birthday. The food tour seemed like a fun experience. We didn't know what "Pittsburgh food" entailed. Turns out it is a multi-cultural, delicious experience. We were the only ones on the tour that day, so we were able to get to know our tour-guide, Emily, as well as the owners of some of the locally-owned restaurants. Emily was very knowledgeable about Pittsburgh's history and food scene. She gave us some recommendations for the future, as well. We had more than enough to eat and even boxed some food to take home. Would do this food tour again - both in Pittsburgh and in other cities!
Great Tour/Guide but Incredibly Overpriced
Ashley J,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Went on this tour recently. Our Guide Sarah was great - friendly, prompt, personable, and knowledgeable. In all my experiences doing food tours, she was by far the best tour guide I've had -- giving people space to have their own convos while also striking up conversations and providing insights at different/appropriate times. Learned some neat stuff about the city, and local food places. All the foods are unique, I ate everything, nothing was outstanding but nothing was bad either. However, if you look at all the foods we sampled, it comes out to $25 per person. (Minus the wine (bought separately), everything pictured is what was included. So for this to be listed at $98, you are definitely not getting your money's worth. I had Viator credit I needed to use, so was okay with it because I didn't want it to expire, however I would never pay that price otherwise.
Fun way to experience 'dahntahn' Pittsburgh
erinsiegrist,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emily did a great job with sharing history and fun stories. The stops were fun and an interesting sampling of Pittsburgh restaurants downtown: Primanti's sandwich, pierogi and kielbasa, walnut baklava, a Greek sampler platter, pepproll, and a thumbprint cookie.
Amazing tour! The food...
Jan D,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing tour! The food was great and our guide was so knowledgeable. I would highly recommend to anyone!
Must do in Pittsburgh
jer9272,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Emily, we thought we knew Pittsburgh eats but she took us to some hidden gems that we will definitely patronize on future trips. We also enjoyed her historical knowledge of the city. Overall the tour was outstanding and Emily was an absolute pleasure to walk around the city with. We highly recommend.
Fun with tour guide Sarah
Travel830539,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fun time with Sarah. She shared a lot of knowledge about Pittsburgh, and it is clear that thought has gone into the restaurant choices. Would definitely recommend this tour.
Friday Brunch in Pittsburgh
Extraordinary44297,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sarah is a fantastic guide. Her outgoing spunk and friendliness are fantastic. She provided mini history lessons throughout our walking tour. Great way to experience "true" Pittsburgh staples. Perfect amount of walking and carb loading😁
Pittsburgh Perfection
Helaine S,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Emily was so delightful. She was very knowledgeable about the city, the food and anything else we asked. The stops were interesting and varied and quite tasty.
Eat your fill on this tour!
xr954,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience with Emily! She was wonderful. She brought us to great local food places (and some history) in town , N’AT!!! When we first met her at the museum, already she gave us each a half baguette lardons ( c’est dèlicieux ) and the food kept coming. We were so pleasantly full after. Enjoyed our time with her.
From US$98.00
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