Savor Richmond’s bold Southern flavors on a guided food tour through historic Shockoe Bottom. Enjoy 6+ tastings — from she-crab soup to Southern pizza - and discover the city’s creative food scene.
Secret Food Tours Richmond
Summary Description
Highlights
- 6+ tastings showcasing Richmond’s best Southern flavors
- Explore historic Shockoe Bottom’s cobblestone charm
- Enjoy rich she-crab soup and Thai-inspired duck bao bun
- Visit a beloved dessert shop baking 30+ cookie varieties
Description
Join us on a Richmond Food Tour and taste your way through Shockoe Bottom, one of the city’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods. Once a bustling 17th-century market along the James River, this district now blends cobblestone charm with a cutting-edge food scene that’s redefining Southern cuisine.
Try 6+ authentic tastings that capture Richmond’s creative soul.
Start your experience with a classic Southern she-crab soup, made with the delicate sweetness of local crab and a touch of Virginia tradition. Then dive into a succulent duck bao bun, fusing Thai street-food flair with bold Southern spirit.
Indulge in Richmond’s signature sourdough, Southern-inspired pizza, baked to golden perfection and bursting with regional flavor.
You’ll continue to a beloved mother-daughter dessert shop - a local favorite for generations. As with all our tours, you’ll try our Secret Dish, revealed only on the day.
Join us on a Richmond Food Tour and taste your way through Shockoe Bottom, one of the city’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods. Once a bustling 17th-century market along the James River, this historic district now blends cobblestone charm with a cutting-edge food scene that’s redefining Southern cuisine.
Led by a passionate local guide, this immersive walking tour combines history, storytelling, and 6+ authentic tastings that capture Richmond’s creative culinary soul.
Start your experience with a classic Southern she-crab soup, rich and comforting, made with the delicate sweetness of local crab and a touch of Virginia tradition. Then dive into a succulent duck bao bun, fusing Thai street-food flair with bold Southern spirit — a perfect symbol of the city’s modern twist on tradition.
Next, indulge in Richmond’s signature sourdough, Southern-inspired pizza, baked to golden perfection and bursting with regional flavor. You’ll continue to a beloved mother-daughter dessert shop, where over 30 varieties of cookies are baked fresh daily — a local favorite for generations.
As with all our tours, you’ll end on a high note with our Secret Dish, revealed only on the day.
Throughout the tour, you’ll stroll past historic landmarks, local art, and charming brick-lined streets, hearing stories of Richmond’s transformation from colonial market to cultural hotspot.
Optional upgraded drinks package available, featuring a Blackberry Bramble from a local distillery, a refreshing Mule, and Virginia Honey Wine — perfectly paired with your tastings.
Included / Excluded
- Fun Local guide
- Our delicious Secret Dish (to be revealed on the day)
- Food Included
- Pick-up & Drop-off service
- Guide's Gratuity
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Bell Tower, North 9th Street, Richmond, VA, USA
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- *Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- For Specific Dietary needs, email us, to check if we can accomodate your request
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Recommended Comfortable Shoes
Cancellation
No cancellation
Options and Pricing
| Secret Food Tours Richmond | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 99 years) | $106.00 |
| Child (3 - 12 years) | $101.00 |
| Youth (12 - 17 years) | $96.00 |
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Terms and Conditions
Secret Food Tours Terms and Conditions: https://www.secretfoodtours.com/terms-and-conditions/
Additional Information
*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
About operator:
We take great pride in highlighting the best secret bites loved by locals and overlooked by tourists. Our tours have over 75,000 5-star reviews, so we know you'll love them too.
Learn about each city's history, how locals buy food, and how food has shaped the area's culture. All our tours feature a special Secret Dish selected by our guides that you can only find out about on the tour, with drink upgrades available as well.
Perfect for all ages and all occasions, we can't wait to share with you all of our in-the-know secrets. An authentic, unforgettable experience that will leave you full and happy.
Learn about each city's history, how locals buy food, and how food has shaped the area's culture. All our tours feature a special Secret Dish selected by our guides that you can only find out about on the tour, with drink upgrades available as well.
Perfect for all ages and all occasions, we can't wait to share with you all of our in-the-know secrets. An authentic, unforgettable experience that will leave you full and happy.
Basic Information
- Duration: 170 minutes - 210 minutes
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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