Nashville: Authentic Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Local Dishes
Description
East Nashville has always done things its own way. Five Points and Historic East Edgefield grew back from the 1916 Great Fire with Victorian streets, an arts corridor, and a food scene rooted in Tennessee tradition. Your tour starts at Hunter's Station, a former automotive garage on Main Street, and moves through blocks shaped by the same spirit of reinvention. The food follows: pulled pork BBQ, a CrustBurger, hush puppies, Nashville hot chicken, a crispy catfish taco, and a Secret Dish kept under wraps until you're there. 12SOUTH - Uncover the city's trendiest avenue with our guides. Explore vibrant streets boasting cool coffee shops, stylish eateries, and restored buildings. Discover unique shops and maybe even a celebrity-frequented dress store. Indulge in the finest local bites and drinks during this exciting adventure!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Option 1: the East Nashville food tour Discover the heart and soul of Nashville on our Secret Food Tour East Nashville, where bold flavors meet Southern charm. You'll savor iconic local bites like spicy hot chicken, pulled pork, whiskey-glazed donuts, and handcrafted crustburgers at acclaimed spots led by award-winning chefs. Guided by a local expert, you'll explore the vibrant streets of East Edgefield and Five Points, home to legendary music venues, historic neighborhoods, and hidden culinary gems. From a Food Hall favorite to a Netflix-featured dish, every stop offers a taste of Nashville’s rich culture and hospitality—capped off with our signature Secret Dish, a true Southern delight.
Option 2: 12South neighborhood food tour Explore Nashville’s trendiest district on our Secret Food Tour 12South, where modern Southern flavors meet iconic charm. Guided by a local expert, you’ll stroll down this stylish, tree-lined avenue filled with vibrant murals, indie boutiques, and some of the city’s most buzzed-about restaurants. Kick off your tour with a city-famous breakfast dish at a local hotspot, then visit the legendary studio once used by Dolly Parton. Indulge in award-winning Southern fare, taste a beloved local gourmet cookie, and discover hidden gems—maybe even spot a celebrity or two at a favorite fashion boutique. Wrap up with a bold, contemporary dish and our signature Secret Dish, the perfect end to this unforgettable culinary adventure.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours
Reviews(2,999)
This was a great tour! Our guide, Colleen, was fun and knowledgeable. The food was fantastic and Colleen showed us so many great places to eat and shop. East Nashville is a great place to hang out. We highly recommend this tour.
We're thankful you joined us. It means a great deal when guests take the time to share their experience after the tour. We look forward to seeing you again with Secret Food Tours!
Wonderful tastings with very knowledgeable guide Ben! Enjoyed the experience and recommend it for visitors or Nashville locals alike!
We're happy you chose to explore with us, Jane! Thank you for your review. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again soon.
Great food, tour guide knowledgeable of the area
Hearing from our guests never gets old. Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback and for giving us the opportunity to be part of your travels. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
Ben was a great tour guide. He was friendly and an actual local. The food was delicious and authentic to the area. Even my kids enjoyed it. Would recommend for a trip with family or friends. Yum yum yum 🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠
Thank you for taking the time to write to us! It's great to know you found so much to enjoy while spending time with us and exploring the city. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again soon.
Our guide, Ben, was very personable and knowledgeable of the area, being a local himself - and the food was absolutely delicious. Highly recommended this tour.
Your review was a pleasure to receive. It's rewarding to know the tour delivered the kind of experience you were looking for from beginning to end. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
Great way to get a taste of Nashville cuisine. Tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly and interesting. The tour exceeded our expectations!
Thank you for taking a few moments to tell us about your experience. It's always encouraging to know guests leave with great memories. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
Outside of Broadway food authentic portion size good tour guide was fun and knowledgable. Good time all around. Thank you.
Your feedback paints a wonderful picture of your time with us. Thank you for taking the time to share it. We'd love to have you back with Secret Food Tours!
Scott was fun and knowledgeable
It's great to hear from you! We're glad the tour left you with such positive memories of your time in the city. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.
Scott was great very knowledgeable
We're grateful you took the time to share your experience. Your review is sincerely appreciated by our entire team. We'd love to have you back with Secret Food Tours!
This was our first trip to Nashville and our first food tour. It was such a terrific experience from the food to learning about Nashville. Also so accommodating with my daughter being a vegetarian. Our tour guide Ben was great and so knowledgeable!
Hearing from our guests is always a highlight. Your review is sincerely appreciated, and we're glad you enjoyed your time with us. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again!
