Utrecht Food Tour with local guide
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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This isn’t just a food tour, it’s a journey through culture, flavour and hidden corners of the most beautiful city in the Netherlands. On this guided walk, you’ll pass the Dom Tower, stroll along centuries-old wharves, and learn quirky stories you won’t find in any guidebook, like why “soft opening” doesn't translate to Dutch and how the longest street poem winds through the city.
The real star of the tour? The food. At every stop, you’ll taste something unexpected: Dutch “bitterballen” reinvented as plant-based perfection, falafel turned street food rebel, and sweet treats that will make you forget they’re vegan. You’ll get a lunch’s worth of delicious local bites from passionate entrepreneurs.
We’re not a list of stops and snacks. We’re a company run by locals who believe in showing you the city through a different lens – one that’s sustainable and full of flavour. We share stories that connect you to the culture behind the cuisine.
Also available as a private tour on Tripadvisor.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
People should be able to walk for 3,5 hours and 6,5 kilometres
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Vouchers with discounts so you can return to the restaurants for more food!
A Refreshing Drink is Served Halfway
Many inspiring stories of entrepeneurship at all the locations that will stay with you forever!
The Best Pastel de Nata in the World, A Great Burger, Amazing Falafel, Sweet Snickers, A Bitterball like no other, Veggie Fine Dining Dishes that are out of this world!
Cocktail time! (non-alcohol options available!)
What To Expect
Life's a Peach
Tucked away in a small street, it's easily overlooked. Life’s A Peach is like stepping into someone’s cozy kitchen—if that someone were a passionate Italian chef who swapped dairy for creativity. Everything here is 100% plant-based, with focaccias and pastries that make you forget all about cream or cheese. Owner Vanessa cooks with love, using seasonal, local ingredients that make each bite feel like a little celebration. You don’t just eat here—you feel good doing it.
Copper Branch
In the city's heart, Copper Branch is your go-to for quick, healthy meals without compromise. Originating in Canada, this global chain brings power bowls, stacked burgers and vibrant smoothies to the heart of Utrecht. Everything on the menu is fully vegan, allergy-conscious and packed with whole-food goodness. Ideal for a breakfast on the move, a lunch break between meetings, or a dinner that fuels you without slowing you down.
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#1 Food Tour in Utrecht: Eat, Walk & Enjoy with Your Local Guide
Reviews
104 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tasty tour, a little long
Dan D,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour includes very many tasty vegan delights, including main dishes and desserts. It was more walking than a typical food tour (6.5 km), and none of the promotional materials mentioned that. We only discovered the length when it was too late to cancel. Daisy, our guide, did a great job of slowing down for us. (My wife walks with a cane.) But we probably wouldn't have booked the tour had we known how long the tour was. I would recommend this tour to a friend without walking difficulties.
Yummy Yummy
Ashok G,
Oct 6, 2024
- Viator
5.00Lots of fun facts and great food. A great way to learn about Utrecht. The guide was enthusiastic and engaging.
Terrific tour and tour guide, thanks Daisy!
Richard K,
Aug 19, 2024
- Viator
5.00We had an excellent time on this food tour. Daisy was a wonderful guide and took us to great places to sample food, provided all sorts of stories and insights into Utrecht, and walked us around this beautiful city. We ended up staying at the last restaurant on the tour for dinner and more drinks. Just a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Thanks Daisy!
Vegan City Tour
Jens M,
May 14, 2023
- Viator
5.00Awesome Tour with a passionate authentic Guide. The food was great. We can recomend the tour for sure.
Nice guide and delicious food
Mascha M,
Apr 30, 2023
- Viator
5.00Delicious appetizers were served, a lot of background knowledge about the locations was offered. At the end of the tour I was full and reached my step goal. I can recommend it 100%.
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