Taipei: Food Tour Local Market with 12+ tasters & Drinks Included
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Skip the tourist traps and explore the historic streets of Dadaocheng while tasting your way through 12 carefully selected local dishes ranging from iconic Taiwanese food to hidden local favorites.
This experience is designed especially for first-time visitors, giving you not just food, but the confidence to navigate Taipei’s food scene on your own.
Along the way, you’ll:
-. Try a mix of classic, local, and adventurous Taiwanese dishes
-. Visit spots you wouldn’t find alone
-. Learn the stories behind the food and culture
-. Share the experience with fellow travelers in a relaxed, social setting
Your guide isn’t just there to explain, they’re there to host, connect, and make sure you leave with a full stomach and a deeper understanding of Taipei.
Come hungry and leave like a local!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Dihua Street
The experience begins in the heart of old Taipei, along Dihua Street, where centuries of trade, culture, and street food come together in one vibrant stretch. Right from the start, we dive straight into local flavors to sample a plethora of iconic Taiwanese bites like pig’s blood cake (豬血糕), a chewy sweet-savory street snack loved by locals, and a comforting bowl of braised pork rice (滷肉飯), often considered Taiwan’s ultimate soul food. To balance it all, we’ll cool down with a refreshing cup of herbal grass tea (青草茶), a traditional drink rooted in Chinese medicinal culture.
Step into the historic Yongle Market, the beating heart of Dadaocheng’s trading culture and one of Taipei’s oldest marketplaces. Inside this beautifully preserved red-brick building, we’ll explore a maze of traditional fabric stalls, fresh produce goods, and local food vendors who have been perfecting their craft for generations.
What‘s Included
English speaking local guide
Build real connections with people and local culture
Explore Taipei like a local
Behind the scenes access to local vendors, alleys and locations
Tasters of local, authentic street foods
Transportation to and from the meeting point
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Taipei: Food Tour Local Market with 12+ tasters & Drinks Included
Reviews
86 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An A1 Experience
mfkikins,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dave was an excellent guide. Super personable and knowledgeable. The amount and variety of dishes was perfect. He went above and beyond in helping our group understand Taipei and its markets.
Food tour
everettx,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dave was a great host. Very knowledgeable and friendly. He took me to many hidden gems and popular places. He even shared some history about the buildings, night market, and Dinhua street:neighborhood!
Not your standard tourist food tour
S7101ODlaurat,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolute amazing experience and tried so much good and local food! Our guide Dave explained everything perfectly, not only the food but also the city. We had so much fun
A Great Tour through taipei Food
Safari00446124252,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today we had our Food Tour with Dave. It was really good. We received a lot Information about the City and about all the Taste Food we ate. We enjoyed every Bite.
Excellent food tour
Navigator68522413691,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our group had an excellent time on this food tour. Corrine was brilliant in offering us both familiar and unique local dishes to try. Between dishes, we stopped at temples and got a mini Taipei history lesson. Once the tour had ended, Corrine was more than happy to suggest places to see next and good bars for a cocktail. The whole experience was very enjoy and I’d highly recommend it.
Must do
Cristal P,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour to experience Taiwanese food including desserts and alcohol. Our tour guide Corrine was amazing. She added in a couple of stops at temples and shared historical information. She also showed us some of the ancient architecture. Great tour.
Wonderful Food Tour
sarahtE4154UQ,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Corinne was delightful and the various food stops were wonderful! There were not only food stops but also lessons in architecture and history.
A great experience -...
Ross M,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great experience - great knowledge and many different tastings. Would do again with no hesitation.
Great food!
fly1706,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! I got to try some awesome food that otherwise I wouldn’t try. My guide Corrine was very professional, well prepared and spoke excellent English.
Come hungry!
NorthStar44966303041,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Corrine gave us a wonderful tour, on which we got to experience all kinds of taiwanese dishes. I loved that the variety was so great and that we had sweet and savory dishes that I loved! I had a great time and enjoyed many good conversations with Corrine and the group :)
From US$57.00
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