Hoi An Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
Overview
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4 hours
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Taste the real Hoi An on an evening’s discovery through food, from the ancient town to the local village of Tra Que, with 15+ tastings of centuries-old recipes at local eateries.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
See 'What to Expect' section and 'What's Included' for info on dietary restrictions
We recommend comfortable shoes. Bring rain gear/umbrella, if rain looks likely. There's lot of tastings to try, come hungry!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hoi An
The evening food tour invites guests on a culinary experience around Hoi An. It's a carefully curated food adventure, led by the team of professional food guides. Before we get started, the tour reflects the local cuisine, and the limitations of street food vendors means we unfortunately cannot cater for every dietary restriction. Here's an honest appraisal for the tour, so no-one is disappointed: - Unsuitable for vegetarian diets sorry, as there would be 3-4 less tastings. - Unsuitable for severe allergies, halal and celiac diets, due to the risk of traces and cross-contamination. If you are feeling adventurous for a foodie journey, read on!
Hoi An
Discover another side to Hoi An’s heritage in a curated food adventure like no other. We begin with a steaming bowl of cao làu noodles, hand-cut from the original family house using water hauled that morning from the millennia-old Bà Lê well. This movable feast is just getting started, with 15+ tastings in all - from smoky marinated meat skewers to shredded com gà chicken with fragrant rice. Tucked away is an alleyway joint serving black sesame xí mà soup for over 70 years, made of the same secret recipe as the centenarian couple that invented it. Next we’ll venture to the market to find stalls discovered by Anthony Bourdain, where the tapioca shrimp dumplings hail from the royal court kitchens of Huế.
What‘s Included
Max 8 exclusive guests, smallest group size in Hoi An (private tour or 9+ guests - contact us)
15+ food tastings included, more than any other Hoi An food tour
Bottled water included
Led by professional foodie guides
Moveable feast with 7-8 stops around the streets of old Hoi An
Alcoholic drinks excluded
Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded. Easy-to-find meeting point for all guests.
Vegetarians have 3-4 less tastings due to limited alternatives
Unsuitable for severe allergies, halal & celiac disease, due to risk of traces & cross-contamination
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Hoi An Bites Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Authentic Vietnam friendliness and food.
Resort66050292826,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sonny, great guy, great food tour! Not many good tires will take you to an organic vegetable farm and let you play with fire! Expect the unexpected. Highly recommended!
Great tour!
Passenger96710,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous time with Sonny, sharing some great Hoi An specialties, thank you!
A Flavorful Stroll through the Ancient City of Hội An!
691huyt,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is among our top three favourite Chef's Tour that we went on. The food was amazing and each bite was an explosion of flavour. We kept on eating even though we were full. The tour was made better by our wonderful guide Sonny. As his name suggests, Sonny had a very bright and positive vibe! He made the entire experience very entertaining with his charismatic personality! I hope everyone will be fortunate enough to have Sonny as their guide as your experience will definitely be elevated beyond just the good cuisine!
A delicious and expert induction to the food of the region
343gregs,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time with Andy, tasting what felt like the breadth and depth of the food on offer in Hoi An and the local area. He had a TON of knowledge to share with us on each dish, restaurant, and what was around it. We tasted things we would have never thought to have order (despite a lot of research prior), so really worth the time and money. Our favourite was the first dish with set a super high bar, but everything that followed was also amazing and Vietnamese food we’d never tried before, despite multiple previous trips. Delicious and an amazing way to beat the tourist crowds get to see more of the ‘true’ Hoi An with a super friendly local If we had any tips/advice… come hungry (skip lunch!) and check the weather forecast just to be sure. A Grab from Da Nang is inexpensive. Head to a local bar afterwards for a bit for cheaper Grab fares (8pm seems a peak time). And finally, book!! Don’t miss out on an awesome day ☺️ Thanks so much again Andy and team!
Fantastic food tour in Hoi An
andreweT2725CG,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent food tour, all the food was delicious and Sonny was an excellent guide. He gave lots of interesting information about all the food. Go hungry, you will eat A LOT!
Great food tour
SheriB917,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sonny was a great guide that shared a lot of history AND CULTURE OF VIETNAM, The food was excellent, very walkable! the People were all friendly and accommodating, we had a great time!!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Food Tour in Hoi An with Sonny!
Rayz2001,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an incredible food tour in Hoi An with Sonny as our guide. It was honestly one of the highlights of my trip to Vietnam! Sonny is not only friendly and professional, but also very knowledgeable about local culture and history. He explained the stories behind each dish, not just the ingredients. I loved learning how Hoi An’s trading history influenced its cuisine. We tried so many delicious local specialties such as cao lau, banh xeo, white rose dumplings, and the eggplant. Everything was authentic and carefully selected. Sonny also took us to small local spots that we would never find by ourselves. What made the experience special was Sonny’s energy and passion. He made everyone feel comfortable and welcomed, and his English was very clear and easy to understand. He also answered all our questions with patience and enthusiasm. If you are visiting Hoi An and want to explore the real local food scene, I highly recommend this food tour with Sonny. It’s more than just eating – it’s about culture, stories, and connection. Thank you, Sonny, for such a memorable evening!
Wonderful with the Tour
netofco,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Tour was excellent super recommend. Our guide Quinn was great took us to places totally off the tourist route and explained to us every detail of both the food and the history of the city.
Good food, nice guide and nice environments.
jonass693,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very knowledgeable and nice guide who spoke good English. We had to go places you would never have found otherwise. Interesting composition of different types of food and also visit to a fantastic countryside. Very well arranged and everything worked in an organized and pleasant way.
Probably the best food tour I’ve ever done
Ruczuj,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Quin was super knowledgeable, very sweet, and really attentive. She explained things clearly, checked in with everyone, and made the whole experience feel easy and comfortable. What I loved most was how thoughtful the food selection was. You can tell a lot of care went into picking each stop, and together they tell a real story of Hoi An’s food culture. Every dish had a purpose. Honestly, it was probably the best food tour I’ve ever done. Highly recommend if you want a relaxed but high-quality food experience in Hoi An.
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