Walking Food Tour Downtown Lexington
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Learn about downtown Lexington's captivating history as we take a culinary cruise to five delicious stops all in one afternoon! Discover award-winning eateries, unique foodie items like the buzz button, freshly baked breads from family-owned shops, fresh Kentucky-farmed vegetables, and more! In between bites, learn about colorful characters from Lexington's history and pass through landmarks like Skuller's Clock, The Square, and Phoenix Park.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Lunch
Alcoholic Beverages
What To Expect
Triangle Park
Learn the story of RCO Benjamin on the first African-American Heritage marker and hear about past history of the park.
The Square
Hear the history behind these longstanding buildings.
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Walking Food Tour Downtown Lexington
Reviews
550 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This 3-hour walking tour...
Mike M,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This 3-hour walking tour of Lexington is fun and informative. Probably not great for kids, but a good way to spend an afternoon!
Best food tour we have...
TODD B,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Best food tour we have ever been on. She was so knowledgeable and can't wait to go back and do another one of her tours with her.
Even in the rain -- a wonderful time
Linda A,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely an amazing food and historical tour of downtown Lexington. Our fearless tour guide, Lilly, was informative, energetic, and knowledgeable. Her passion is undeniable -- even on a very rainy day. A "must-do" while in Lexington. Food at the multiple establishments was excellent and opened my eyes to new restaurants to visit when seeing my daughter at UK.
Wonderful Way To See Lexington
loreel730,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So this is my 4th tour with Bites of the Bluegrass. They have all been amazing and interesting with terrific food !! Each time a new restaurant may be added or a new bit of information about Lexington or someone from Lexington. The tour guides are always great. They are full of information and very professional and personable. I am from NC and visit family in KY two to three times a year and I go on the tour at least once a year. That’s just how good it is and how much I enjoy it. I hope if you are visiting Lexington, that you will take the time to explore and experience Bites of Bluegrass! You will love it !!
Great overview of Lexington history
nancybB3351XJ,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lilly was a terrific guide (and excellent at walking backwards!). She was knowledgeable, a great speaker, enthusiastic and entertaining! The food stops were great. A lovely visit to downtown Lexington.
Lots of history and food
Jean M,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth the time and money. Saw and learned a lot and tried lots of good food. A great tour guide!
Highly recommend
799jeanm,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lilly our tour guide was great. She knew her stuff, and answered many questions that were off-topic. And food, SO MUCH FOOD!! All good and unique. Highly recommend
Mother/Daughter Wknd Lexington Trip
purduevic,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very nice tour on a great weather day in downtown Lexington. Was a small group, just one couple and my adult daughter and I. Elena was our tour guide and she did a great job, knew her information and made it personal. I am almost hesitant to say we had too much food. Definitely come hungry! We enjoyed each one of our stops and is interesting to know that they do a different tour/direction/stops each day of the week.Would highly recommend!
Downtown Lexington City Food and History Tour. A+
Marie D,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with Elena on our 3 hr food and history tour in downtown Lexington. We enjoyed all the food stops with Jack Brown’s and Dudley’s. She has terrific knowledge about our downtown area. I’d highly recommend any of the tours, I myself will join another one. Thanks!
A rich variety of foods, spiced with stories of Lexington
greghU5633HF,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I don't know which was better, the food or the commentary from Elena, our guide. We learned about Lexington history, funny trivia, even local geology. We stopped in at five locations that served plenty of good food and drink, each with its own character and atmosphere. And extra interesting is that they select different destinations every day. Which speaks to their local reputation; they must treat the restaurants well. I've just recently started trying to find a local food tour as part of visiting a city, and this one solidified for me that it's a great thing to do. Not because it revealed a unique cuisine, but because it presented a locally curated sampling designed to show the city at its best. And, it never fails, the guide shared great stories, history and more. This tour is highly recommended
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