Edinburgh Food Tour: Discover Hidden Culinary Gems

Discover Edinburgh’s culinary gems with William. Enjoy handpicked dishes, explore diverse cuisines, and learn restaurant heritage on this half-day food tour.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • National Museum of Scotland - Our Tour will start at the famous National Museum of Scotland, where we will walk into the heart of Edinburgh to begin our eating journey!
  • Edinburgh Futures Institute - We’ll pass by the former main hospital of Edinburgh to begin our first culinary experience
  • Best Roti’s in Edinburgh are available here -…
What's Included
  • Surprises along the way
  • Personalized suggestions for your trip, post-tour
  • Food equivalent to more than a 3-course meal
  • Gratuities for venues
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities for Guides
  • Hotel Pick up & Drop off
Additional Information

As locals who love to eat, we’ve learned that Edinburgh has a huge amount of diversity to offer on the culinary front beyond just traditional dishes - we want to show it to you!
I (William) will be hosting you. I want to share my passion for eating in Edinburgh by showcasing hidden gems in the food industry while supporting local family businesses….

Location
National Museum of Scotland
Chambers Street
We will meet you by the William Chambers Monument to start the tour!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Kim_m
Jun 12, 2025
Asian Cusine in Edinburgh - One of the best tours we had in Edinburgh! Food was delicious and Will was awesome! So personable and knowledgeable. He was so accommodating. And the portions were more than generous. Definitely a five star for this tour. Who knew there was such delightful Asian cuisine in Scotland!
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Venture68468892154
May 29, 2025
Best food tour - Book this one. Best food tour we've ever done in any city. Will was gracious and such a lovely host. It was like spending 3 hours visiting a friend in their town, eating at all their favorite local spots. The tour was full of hidden gems, and so much food. Each dish was carefully and intentionally selected for a great experience, and Will was respectful of any allergies or dietary restrictions. Everywhere we stopped, the staff was happy to see Will- you can tell he has built relationships with each of these small businesses. It's a newer tour, and worth taking a chance on. Thanks for a great experience!
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Danieltk5344zf
May 28, 2025
Authentic Flavours and Thoughtful Hosting - We had a fantastic experience on our food tour in Edinburgh with Will. He thoughtfully tailored the experience to suit our dietary needs, which made it feel personal and well-considered. We loved visiting a variety of local, family-run businesses that we might not have found on our own. The food was delicious, diverse, and full of authentic flavour. What made it even better was that it was just the two of us on the tour, which gave it a truly personal and relaxed feel. Will was warm, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable. He even went out of his way after the tour to send us excellent local recommendations for the rest of our stay. This tour was a real highlight of our trip, and we’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and flavourful way to explore Edinburgh.
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C8810camaryd
May 28, 2025
Delicious and fun tour through Asian quarter of Edinburgh - We thoroughly enjoyed our gastronomic experience with Will - a charming, friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. We were looking for a tour that provided a different take on food in Edinburgh beyond the typical Scottish cuisine and this tour more than delivered! Will’s tour explored a lovely area of Edinburgh that wasn’t as touristy at a very relaxing pace and we enjoyed food from multiple places that were his personal favorites. His passion for delicious and authentic food was evident and we were given generous portions at each stop, so be sure to come hungry. We really loved the creative last stop - we won’t ruin the surprise - take the tour to learn for yourselves! Highly recommended!
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Robert_b
Apr 20, 2025
What an extraordinary experience! - This was one of the highlights of our trip to Edinburgh. This was a trip that my 12yo son had been wanting to do for 6 years. Will was amazing with him. He catered to his every culinary wish…including his inexplicable desire to try haggis! Surprisingly, my son loved it. The history and exploration of the city made this a great kick-off tour for our trip. Although we found every stop, and there were many, to be unique and delicious, by far the best part was supermarket sweep! I’ll let you figure out what that is when you come on this incredible tour! Thank you Will for making this tour so memorable. Cheers to you. Robert, Amanda and Pierce.
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Y538hjalexf
Dec 15, 2024
Truly great experience - An unforgettable experience! Will (the host) was incredible, very knowledgeable and extremely passionate. It gave us a great insight into the amazing foods that Edinburgh has to offer, but also a nice tour of the city along the way with plenty of opportunities for photos. We wished we had done this on the first day so we could have done some more of Wills recommendations. 10/10 food tour. I would recommend to anyone!
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Jessicabi1897od
Oct 27, 2024
Best birthday gift - I was gifted the tour with Will for my birthday and it was the best birthday gift. It was such a fun way to check out a new area of Edinburgh and the amazing Asian cuisine the city has to offer. Will was so informative and knew the local scene well. It was really nice to see that he had a relationship with the workers at each spot we went to. Will is friendly, charming, and a good conversationalist. I would strongly recommend this tour to anyone who is new to Edinburgh or a long-time resident.
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Aleteson
Oct 21, 2024
Birthday present - This was a really good birthday gift. I had an amazing time and got to enjoy really good food. Will knows how to have a laugh and can show you the good spots to have good meals. I would definitely do it again 🎉
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Y4889azjasonw
Sep 20, 2024
Delicious food... with a side of history! - An incredibly authentic tour of Edinburgh’s vibrant food scene! Although I have already been on multiple Edinburgh food tours, Will introduced us to some hidden gems we never knew existed. Will's enthusiasm for food is evident in his diverse selection of dishes, each proving new and exciting flavours. Will recommends these spots based on his personal experiences and has a deep understanding of each restaurant’s unique history. I would highly recommend this tour for anybody looking for some great food, whilst learning about the rich history of Edinburgh and the people who make the city what it is today!
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Lynn_c
Sep 11, 2024
Excellent Guide - We recently took a good tour through Edinburgh and it was an unforgettable experience! Our tour guide, Will, made the day feel like we were out exploring the city with an old friend. He was incredibly friendly and down-to-earth, making everyone in the group feel welcome. Will was also fantastic with kids, keeping them engaged throughout the tour. If you’re looking for a relaxed, informative, unique and kid-friendly experience, this tour is a must!
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From $127
up to 12 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).