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Washington DC Food Tours: The 15 Tastiest

38 tours  ·  from $36 a head

Georgetown bakeries, Eastern Market stalls, a donut crawl downtown and the Potomac on a brunch cruise. These 15 food tours are priced and honest about how many stops and how much eating each one involves.

DC: City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise - From Pier 4 to the river
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DC: City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

1.City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 803 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $58Our pick

Cruise the Potomac aboard the Spirit of Washington for a meal, music, and views of the Washington Monument, Old Town Alexandria, and National Harbor. Choose a lunch, brunch, or dinner sailing lasting about two to two and a half hours. You’ll have a private table, buffet dining on some options, and three climate-controlled decks.

“It was delightful. Great DJ and dance floor. The food was excellent and plentiful! Great festive atmosphere. Well worth it!”

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DC: City Cruises Gourmet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise - Brunch: a generous buffet with mimosas
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DC: City Cruises Gourmet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

2.City Cruises Gourmet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 613 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $73

Cruise the Potomac aboard The Odyssey for a buffet brunch or a plated three-course dinner, with Washington’s monuments along the route. Brunch includes unlimited mimosas; coffee, hot tea, and iced tea are included on both options. Expect a private table, music, and time on the ship’s climate-controlled decks.

“I loved everything about it , the food , saver , dj And music. Everything was onpoint 👌🏾”

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Georgetown Foodie Culinary Tour & Neighborhood Walk - Georgetown’s history comes between bites
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Georgetown Foodie Culinary Tour & Neighborhood Walk

3.Georgetown Foodie Culinary Tour & Neighborhood Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 437 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79Top rated

Walk about 1.5 miles through Georgetown with a guide, stopping at four local eateries for four to five food samples and one drink pairing. Stops vary, but may include an Indian-owned restaurant, an Italian cafe and grocery, and a military-focused bakery. Vegetarian tastings are available, and the group is limited to nine.

“Elizabeth was a great guide. She was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We enjoyed all the sights and history plus the food stops introduced us to awesome restaurants and shops in Georgetown. I highly recommend!”

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Gastronomic Georgetown Walking Food Tour - Old Stone House: Georgetown before the capital
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Gastronomic Georgetown Walking Food Tour

4.Gastronomic Georgetown Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 373 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Spend about three and a half hours walking Georgetown with a guide such as Robert, Wayne, James, or Christian. Expect four food stops, stories about the neighborhood’s pre-DC past, and landmarks including the Old Stone House and C&O Canal. The group is capped at 12, and dietary needs must be noted when booking.

“Lots of interesting historical short stories were shared by our tour guide, Robert. We had a good time.”

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Washington's Hidden Gems Food Tour with 6+ Tasty Bites - The Exorcist site and a walk toward the water
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Washington’s Hidden Gems Food Tour with 6+ Tasty Bites

5.Washington’s Hidden Gems Food Tour with 6+ Tasty Bites

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 292 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $98

Walk Georgetown with a guide such as Cooper, Matt, or Jen, tasting local favorites and seasonal treats while passing Georgetown University, the Exorcist movie site, and Washington Harbour. Expect a small group of up to 12, a mix of food and neighborhood history, and roughly three hours on foot. The menu can change, so contact the operator in advance about dietary needs.

“Our tour guide Jen was really nice, the tour around Georgetown was beautiful & the variety of food was excellent.”

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DC's Original Food and History Walking Tour - What $112 includes, and what it does not
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DC’s Original Food and History Walking Tour

6.DC’s Original Food and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 255 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $112

Walk about 1.5 miles through U Street, once known as Black Broadway, with a local guide and food stops that may include Ben’s Chili Bowl, an Ethiopian cafe, Cuban pastries, and ice cream. The three-hour tour starts at 11:30 am, costs $112, and includes lunch plus a donation that funds three meals for a DC resident in need.

“Fantastic afternoon exploring and learning about U Street from the Civil war era to today with our fun and knowledgeable tour guide Soneka. Loved every one of the tastings which were generous and satisfying, but not overwhelming. We are avid walking food tour fans for exploring cities around the world. U Street was one of our favorites. We live nearby in MD and can’t wait to do it again when bringing future guests to DC”

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City Cruises DC: Bottomless Mimosa Buffet Brunch Cruise - Boarding at Gangplank Marina
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City Cruises DC: Bottomless Mimosa Buffet Brunch Cruise

7.City Cruises DC: Bottomless Mimosa Buffet Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 248 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $91

Board at Gangplank Marina for a two-hour brunch cruise on the Potomac, with a buffet, three climate-controlled dining rooms, observation decks, and a DJ. The outing is lively rather than hushed, and the $91.90 price needs a closer look: alcoholic drinks are listed as extra, so confirm what bottomless mimosas include before booking.

“From the time we were broading, the buffet, to the music, waiter and Dj it was an AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!! Will definitely be doing this cruise more often. Very organized and every EMPLOYEE WAS SOOOOO PROFESSIONAL and HELPFUL, thank you so much for a great experience and will be seeing you all again very soon”

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Tastes of Georgetown Food & History Small Group Walking Tour - Georgetown stories between courses
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Tastes of Georgetown Food & History Small Group Walking Tour

8.Tastes of Georgetown Food & History Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 203 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $129

Spend about three hours walking Georgetown with a local guide and a group of no more than eight. Expect several generous food tastings, drinks, and stories about the neighborhood and its restaurants. Guides have included Neka, Joe, Mary, and Richard. Vegetarian options are available with advance notice, but vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free diets cannot be accommodated.

“Jenn is very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the tour. The tomato tart was wonderful. The Kennedy tidbits were a plus.”

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Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown - Four tastings with different personalities
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Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown

9.Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about two hours walking Georgetown with a native or local guide, tasting kosher food, an Italian dish, a DC-favorite pastry, and a seasonal special. Guides Mike and Erin have led tours with lively history and personal recommendations. The group is capped at 15, and the route ends on Thomas Jefferson Street.

“We did the acquired taste tour in Georgetown on a Wednesday morning. Mike was our guide. We all enjoyed it; Mike was a very chill, good leader.”

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Washington D.C.: Taste of Georgetown Walking Food Tour - Between tastings, look for the old port
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Washington D.C.: Taste of Georgetown Walking Food Tour

10.Taste of Georgetown Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 89 reviews · 3 hours · from $129

Start at Green Almond Pantry for a three-hour, 1.5-mile walk through Georgetown, with generous tastings, local food history and a guide who connects the neighborhood’s past to its kitchens. Samples may include Turkish-spiced potatoes and eggs, VPN-style pizza and crème brûlée. Groups are limited to eight, and part of your $129 ticket supports Bread for the City.

“Absolutely the best food tour I’ve ever been on! Our guide was friendly, fun, enthusiastic, and full of facts and history. The food we tasted was superb at every location! Would highly recommend this tour.”

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Old Town Alexandria Food Tour - Carlyle House and the French and Indian War
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Old Town Alexandria Food Tour

11.Old Town Alexandria Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 87 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82

Spend 3.5 hours walking Old Town Alexandria with a professional guide, stopping at locally owned restaurants for food tastings that add up to a meal. The route includes historic landmarks such as Carlyle House and Gadsby’s Tavern. Tours start at Market Square at 1:00 pm, with a maximum of 12 people.

“This tour was a great combination of the history of old Alexandria along with excellent food stops. Terry, our guide, was very organized and able to share historical stories in between multiple restaurant stops. I highly recommend this tour.”

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Local Neighborhood Washington DC Food Tour by DrinkEatWalk Tours - El Tamarindo and Salvadoran food
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Local Neighborhood Washington DC Food Tour by DrinkEatWalk Tours

12.Local Neighborhood Washington DC Food Tour by DrinkEatWalk Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $169

Walk about three miles through Dupont Circle and U Street with a local guide, stopping for seafood, a pupusa, an Ethiopian shared platter, sweet potato pie, and a rooftop nightcap. Four drinks, food, and the guide are included. Tim is a named guide, but confirm who will lead your date.

“It was a great experience for our first walking food tour. I didn’t know what to expect and thought it was going to be a march from one restaurant to another, which would have been OK. Our guide, Tim, gave us so more much than what we expected. He has a profound love and knowledge for DC and the communities that make up the fabric and history of DC. The night experiencing the food and drinks and neighborhoods is something that will stick with us for a long time. I can recommend Tim’s tour without any reservation.”

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Cobblestones & Croissants: A Morning Food Tour in Georgetown, DC - Coffee, croissants and Georgetown’s side streets
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Cobblestones & Croissants: A Morning Food Tour in Georgetown, DC

13.Cobblestones & Croissants: A Morning Food Tour in Georgetown, DC

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Spend three hours or more walking Georgetown with a guide such as Robert or Wayne, stopping for coffee, pastries, chocolate, tacos and a cupcake. Along the way, hear stories about the neighborhood’s old houses, notable residents, Georgetown University and the C&O Canal. The group is capped at 10, and seasonal food offerings can change.

“Great guide, very knowledgeable. Learned a lot about the city. All food stops were delicious. Had a great group in the tour.”

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Historic Annapolis Food Tour - A progressive meal, not just samples
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Historic Annapolis Food Tour

14.Historic Annapolis Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $80

Spend about three and a half hours walking historic Annapolis with a guide such as Carolyn, stopping at landmarks and locally owned restaurants for a progressive meal that ends with dessert. The 1 p.m. tour starts and finishes at the Annapolis Visitor Center, takes up to 12 people, and includes food but not drinks unless specified.

“Carolyn was awesome very knowledgeable and the licks were perfect and the tour with all the history and local ears was memorable. Thank you”

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Capitol Hill Food and Walking Tour - A walk with two different gears
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Capitol Hill Food and Walking Tour

15.Capitol Hill Food and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $81

Spend about three and a half hours walking Capitol Hill with a guide and tasting food from the neighborhood. The route starts and ends at Market Park, near Eastern Market, and can include Indian, soul food, Salvadoran, and other cuisines. Groups are capped at 12. Past guides have included Robert, Christian, Jennifer, and Paige.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable. She has a wonderful personality . I would recommend her to any group”

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