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Locally owned and operated, this is not your average food tour. We visit exceptional restaurants and other stops serving superior-quality food. Our guides are some of the most experienced in town. We're different because every tour is unique.
We don't visit the same stops every day, we have better relations with the establishments, and we can also cater to unique requests from our guests. We never use chain restaurants or tourist traps, and we can guarantee you will leave our tour full.
We will also highlight all the other top places to dine in town. After all, you need to eat three times a day, so knowing what and where to eat is essential to an enjoyable vacation. As such, our tour is suitable for everyone. We also accommodate most dietary restrictions, except for vegans.
Don't settle for a food tour that uses chain restaurants and tourist traps serving microwaved food, without care for its guides, guests, or restaurants, and that prioritizes drinks over food. Join us instead.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We can accommodate most dietary restrictions, but not vegans.
Tour duration includes travel time, walking and waiting time at restaurants
Please disclose any dietary restrictions, allergies, or intolerances when booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
A wealth of knowledge, stories, history, and honest facts about Edinburgh and Scottish cuisine
Expect to try several samples or small dishes on the tour.
This tour includes at least one alcholic beverage for guests 18+ who drink alcohol.
About 2 miles of walking combined between all stops
The Edinburgh Traditional Food Tour includes several samples and dishes equivalient to a very large lunch.
We will get some of the best coffee or tea in town, so no need to get any before the tour.
Private transportation
Gratuities
No chain restaurants, tourist traps, or microwaved food
No hired actors who fake their passion of good food or expert knowledge,.
Old Town
Old Town Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The tour travels around the Old Town to some of the best restaurants and cafes in town. Many of the restaurants and stops we visit are in the Old Town.
Royal Mile
The Royal Mile is the center of Edinburgh's Old Town. The street actually has five names, but we'll cover that on the tour. We will spend roughly 15 minutes on the Royal Mile seeing some of the highlights between restaurants and cafes.
96 reviews
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TeresaR J,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
Our food tour guide Skye was absolutely fabulous! He took us to wonderful places and shared so much history and information with us. His passion for what he does really shined through and it was a joy to be on his tour!!
Kevin B,
Sep 11, 2025
- Viator
Hands down one of the best food tours you can find. Skye is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Edinburgh, the story of each dish, and is happy to customize the tour if you’re in a smaller group. He’s mapped out the Edinburgh food scene and can give you all the best recommendations for the city, and selected only the best for the tour. A fantastic experience!
Claudia T,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
What a great experience! It was informative and the food was superlative! Traditional and quality food. Whiskey tasting was superior to any I’ve done. Skye made sure that each place we stopped are hidden local gems. It was longer than a traditional food tour but don’t let that deter you from trying it.
Richard S,
Sep 2, 2025
- Viator
Delicious and varied food and beverage samplings carefully selected by a most knowledgeable guide, Skye Class, who seeks out the highest quality, freshest preparations, and most authentic options for his guests. Combined with a generous helping of Edinburgh and Scottish history, this tour is well worth it.
Monique M,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
A perfect afternoon in Edinburgh! Nichola with Syke tours was amazing! Great food, interesting history and just the right amount of walking! Highly recommend!
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