Taste of Canada Food Tour with Guide
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Taste your way through the ByWard Market, Ottawa's historic entertainment district with one of our expert food tour guides. This tour features dishes made famous in or by Canada!
Hear the origin story of each dish as you take pleasure in eating them.
Come hungry—and leave with a new appreciation for Canada’s quirky culinary inventions.
The Taste of Canada Food Tour is a guided gastronomic experience that brings iconic Canadian dishes to life through delicious tastings, fun storytelling, and local insight.
Over the course of 2 – 2.5 hours, you’ll visit a variety of handpicked spots in the heart of Ottawa’s historic ByWard Market neighborhood, sampling dishes and drinks that highlight Canadian comfort foods, regional favourites, and uniquely Canadian inventions.
Along the way, your guide will share the history, quirks, and cultural significance behind each bite.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
Alcoholic beverages will only be served for people 19 years old and above.
Please let us know if you will be requiring wheelchair accessibility.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Canadian Beer, Bloody Caesar Cocktail. (Non-alcoholic beverages available.)
Poutine, Hawaiian Pizza, Nanaimo Bar (sweets), Beavertail (sweets), plus a couple other surprise samplings.
Guide gratuities at the discretion of the guest
What To Expect
Beautiful carving depicting the story of Canada's multi-cultural heritage and welcoming spirit.
Historic courtyard with multiple restaurant patios. We'll stop for food and drink here.
Options
With French Speaking Guide
Meals: Poutine, Hawaiian Pizza, Nanaimo Bar (sweets), Beavertail (sweets), plus a couple other surprise samplings. Canadian Beer
Taste of Canada Food Tour with English-Speaking Guide
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ottawa food tour
karen p,
Oct 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Bridget was a very lovely tour guide. She's very knowledgeable & personable with her information about the town and amazing food & drinks . We would highly recommend this tour.
A very informative and...
Robert C,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00A very informative and diverse selection of restaurants and food sources to try out, with eclectic drink samples for adults and kids. Everything was educational and the food varieties were always entertaining. Was a great time.
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