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3 hours
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Embark on our Secret Food Tour through Montreal's bohemian Mile End, a vibrant, culturally rich neighborhood famed for its culinary excellence. Your expert guide will lead you to the city's best bites, starting with a classic Montreal Smoked Meat sandwich before tasting the authentic, wood-fired Montreal bagels. Next, you'll savor a local spin on a Canadian classic: poutine loaded with tender smoked meat, crispy fries, and savory gravy, plus a side of fried pickles. The surprises continue with cult-favorite street gnocchi served in Chinese takeout boxes and a satisfying salami and cheese sandwich showcasing local ingredients. The tour concludes with relaxation on a charming terrasse, enjoying an authentic Italian coffee and a hand-piped cannoli, all capped off with our exclusive Secret Dish, a delicious surprise that captures the true flavor of Montreal's soul.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Embark on our exclusive Secret Food Tour: Montreal Mile End, a journey through the vibrant Mile End district. Immerse yourself in a culinary exploration strategically located at the crossroads of diverse cultures, allowing you to savour the city's finest culinary offerings.
Mile End
The Mile End is Montreal's most captivating, bohemian district, celebrated for its unique blend of artistic energy, multicultural heritage, and independent spirit. Its streets are a living canvas of street art, historic architecture, and indie businesses. It's the epicenter of two globally renowned Montreal specialties—the chewy, wood-fired bagel and the city's unique, tender smoked meat—making it an essential destination for a food tour. The area’s dense concentration of innovative chefs, classic diners, and family-run bakeries offers a true, authentic taste of Montreal's soul, far beyond the typical tourist spots.
Gravlax on Fresh Rye (Vegetarian alternative available)
Traditional Poutine | Home made delicious gnocchis
Seasonal Sweet: Hand-Piped Cannoli (Winter) / Artisanal Ice Cream (Summer)
Our Delicious Secret Dish !
Italian Coffee
Montreal-style bagel
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Small-Group Tour: Enjoy on our classic food tasting tour in Montreal's Mile End Area in a small group of 12 people or less
Upgrade to a Private Tour: Upgrade to a private tour of our classic Montreal's Mile End food tour, exclusively for you and your group!
2,627 reviews
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Scraper1961,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Went on this tour today. Our tour guide was Eric who did a fabulous job taking us around to some yummy locations in Montreal. He was very informative and full of interesting facts about Montreal and the origin of much is its food and history. Highly recommend
Sherpa45152285115,Mar 21, 2026
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Our guide Georgia was great!! We had a wonderful time, left with a lot of knowledge of Montreal and fully bellies!
X1042INcb,Mar 19, 2026
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Dominique is an “insanely good” guide and just a ray of sunshine. Learned so much on this tour thanks to her. Highly recommend A++++
GallagherLaw,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Darren was amazing! He made the tour for us. He is very knowledgeable about Montreal and its food scene. He was warm and affable whole providing the group with further recommendations. We really enjoyed the tour!
mitchelltY9999EM,Mar 16, 2026
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Simon was an amazing tour guide and the food was fantastic! 10/10
53cameronw,Mar 16, 2026
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Darren was fantastic, food selections were excellent. We really appreciated learning about the history of the area along the way.
panizp2026,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Both the food tour and Georgia were AMAZING! Georgia was full of interesting facts that helped us learn about the culture of the neighbourhood which was our favourite part. The food was also fantastic.
erikhG686CX,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our tour guide Eric was a knowledgeable and passionate guide who grew up in Montreal. The tour had a blend of history and interesting information about the city, Quebec, and Canada. The food tour visited many neighbourhoods gems, local Staples, and historic establishments.
gravityo2026,Mar 14, 2026
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Great experience Éric is a real legend very friendly
876meredythh,Mar 14, 2026
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Great tour! Every stop was delicious and Eric shared interesting history around Montreal. I would recommend to anyone!
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