Orlando Food Tours
Orlando Food Tours
4.5
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Orlando Food Tours takes locavores and visiting foodies alike to some of the best-kept culinary secret spots around the Central Florida area.
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Cathy H
Orlando, FL1,383 contributions
Jan 2016 • Couples
I usually shy away from food tours because most times their target audience is people that do not know a whole lot about food. We got a gift of tickets to this food tour so naturally used them and were delighted to see this tour was fun and informative. Our guide JD was a local from Winter Park and was just terrific. As we went from stop to stop he included narrative of the history and architecture of Winter Park and what we were seeing. We were especially appreciative of the fact, although not making a point of it, he intentionally stopped where there was enough shade for our group of 12 anytime he was speaking. There was a lot of walking on this tour, which I enjoyed but you should keep in mind, if you have mobility issues. There were 5 food stops on the tour. Each stop provided food and all but one included an alcoholic drink (there was water or a non-alcoholic choice as well). First stop was Parkview, an outstanding beginning to the tour. We were given a large crostini topped with fresh mozzarella and oven dried tomatoes with a side of salad and a bellini. It does not sound terrific, especially if you are as much into food as I am, but it was terrific and a substantial small plate. The chef graciously visited the table and answered questions. The next stop was Ancient Olive, which surprisingly went far beyond the latest olive oil tasting room. The owner gave us several snacks and a pear cocktail and taught us all about olive oil and how to taste it. I learned so much from this portion of the tour. Third stop was at The Spice and Tea Exchange where we were treated to a few more appetizers and a Tea Infused Cocktail. Owners, again, were knowledgeable and kind hosts and obviously enjoyed what they do. The fourth stop, Braccia Pizzeria, unfortunately did not live up to the others. We were served a glass of white wine and they gave us 3 pizzas for the table of twelve, which was plenty of food, but they were not very good and consequently there was a lot of it left on the table when we left. The pizza had a very thin cracker crust, which I love, and arugula on top, but in between those layers an unappealing layer of ricotta mixed with something that made it pink and whole thick slices of ham. I didn't get it. We were served the food, but no one explained what we were eating or made us feel welcome in any way except for a cursory greeting when we walked in. The final stop was Kilwin's and redemption. We were served apple pie ice cream and a piece of lemon fudge. The fudge tasted like the inside part of a good lemon bar and I will now have a hard time walking past Kilwin's without getting some. We had a lovely afternoon.
Written 17 January 2016
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Meghan G
Winter Springs, FL53 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
My family and I love food and Winter Park. Our guide on the tour was wonderful he made everybody feel welcome and did a wonderful job explaining different highlights of Winter Park. However, I was disappointed that we only went to two restaurants. Six stops only two of them gave us a true food tour experience by explaining to us about their products and having a sample them one at a time and small tasting. One of our final stopped without chill when is a very popular candy and ice cream shop. Our tasting there was wonderful however I would've enjoyed a five minute lesson on some of their candy making processes. overall we had an amazing time but I feel like some of the stops just brush it off and didn't really use the opportunity to explain to foodies why their food is so important. I would call that I missed opportunities on the part of those restaurants and shops.
Written 9 June 2015
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NCG
2 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
I am writing this review on behalf of my family members who went on this tour. They have particular tastes and have various dietary restrictions and this tour managed to meet all of their needs. They said they really enjoyed the walking tour and the guide was able to go at their pace, considering they might not walk that fast. They reported that the food on the tour was quite good and that the guide was very knowledgeable. I would recommend trying this tour.
Written 29 March 2019
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TommySteu
Cocoa Beach, Florida2 contributions
Apr 2016 • Friends
Great tour of down town Winter Park. Melanie was a perfect guide! She knew the area very well and was very knowledgeable of our 5 stops. The historical part was great as well. Our first stop was one of the 2 restaurant samplings. It was a perfect start. Very large portion and very tasty. The chief came out talked about the food we ate. He told about the restaurant and his background. We had a menu to review and great start to our food tour. Perfectly matching what I expected and experienced during other city "Food Tours" The next 2 stops were good stops but more of a store type stop serving chips and dip along w small seemed like pre-made frozen meatballs with bbq sauce. Good? Yes but was expecting more like the first stop in a sit down structured restaurant. That I could get a taste of and leave me wanting to come back again. 4th stop a pizza place great sampling of 2 kinds of pizza. But just a few short words from one of the workers and no menu to review Hmmmmmm what else do they have other than these 2 types of pizza?? Temp me to return to your restaurant!! 5th and last stop (6 stops on flyer we were handed) the ice cream and candy shop on Park Avenue. We sampled ice cream and fudge. A sweeeeeeet ending to a beautiful Winter Park afternoon. Melanie made sure we all had a great time! Just to bring this to the level of other city food tours add 1 or hopefully 2 more restaurant stops with restaurant quality food and knowledge just like the first stop!!
Written 14 April 2016
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threekidsm0m
Longwood, Florida1 contribution
May 2015 • Couples
My husband and I have enjoyed several food tours when we have travel. So we decided it would be a great idea to do one close to home. At the meeting point, the 12 people on the tour (including us) introduced ourselves.The tourguide then cracked a joke that if we were still hungry after all the food that we will be served on the tour he would treat us to a 7-11 hotdog. Unfortunately we were all not laughing at the end of our tour, because we were all STILL HUNGRY
Before we went to the first restaurant he asked each of us if we wanted a red or white wine or beer. He then said we would be having two kinds of hummus as well as some kind of bruchetta with our drinks. When we got to the restaurant we were each served a small amount (probably about 3 sips worth) of a mimosa. Then we each got a biscuit covered with sausage gravy. I expected the manager or chef to come over and tell us about the restaurant, their specialties and how their food is prepped. Whenever my husband and I go on a food tour that is standard procedure. No one said anything to us. We had to talk amongst ourselves. When I questioned the tourguide when the rest of the food he told us about is being served, he apologized and said he received a text as we were walking to the restaurant that they would no longer be serving those items. We also were not going to get the wine or beer he had told us about. The next place we tasted olive oils. They did briefly explain about the oils and vinegars in the store. The passed around small cups of ceviche and we could help ourselves to a pita chip and cream cheese dip. The rest of the time we could sample more oil or vinegars, in the hopes that we would buy some. Then we walked several blocks as the tourguide pointed out "places of interest". This was a food tour not a sightseeing tour.
We then went to a spice and tea store. We were given a cup of seasoned popcorn (about 5 pieces), herbal iced tea laced with vodka and we could help ourselves to a cracker and onion dip. The next place was the only place were we were actually given food. We went to a Thai restaurant where we sampled 4 kinds of appetizers and sake. Then we walked to an ice cream/chocolate shop. We were given a sliver of fudge and a very small sample of ice cream. Our last stop was a candy store. Our tourguide told us we were getting cotton candy but when we got their we were told the machine was broken. Instead we got to choose 2 pieces of taffy. We left and got some FOOD elsewhere.
Before we went to the first restaurant he asked each of us if we wanted a red or white wine or beer. He then said we would be having two kinds of hummus as well as some kind of bruchetta with our drinks. When we got to the restaurant we were each served a small amount (probably about 3 sips worth) of a mimosa. Then we each got a biscuit covered with sausage gravy. I expected the manager or chef to come over and tell us about the restaurant, their specialties and how their food is prepped. Whenever my husband and I go on a food tour that is standard procedure. No one said anything to us. We had to talk amongst ourselves. When I questioned the tourguide when the rest of the food he told us about is being served, he apologized and said he received a text as we were walking to the restaurant that they would no longer be serving those items. We also were not going to get the wine or beer he had told us about. The next place we tasted olive oils. They did briefly explain about the oils and vinegars in the store. The passed around small cups of ceviche and we could help ourselves to a pita chip and cream cheese dip. The rest of the time we could sample more oil or vinegars, in the hopes that we would buy some. Then we walked several blocks as the tourguide pointed out "places of interest". This was a food tour not a sightseeing tour.
We then went to a spice and tea store. We were given a cup of seasoned popcorn (about 5 pieces), herbal iced tea laced with vodka and we could help ourselves to a cracker and onion dip. The next place was the only place were we were actually given food. We went to a Thai restaurant where we sampled 4 kinds of appetizers and sake. Then we walked to an ice cream/chocolate shop. We were given a sliver of fudge and a very small sample of ice cream. Our last stop was a candy store. Our tourguide told us we were getting cotton candy but when we got their we were told the machine was broken. Instead we got to choose 2 pieces of taffy. We left and got some FOOD elsewhere.
Written 2 June 2015
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Howdy, I read over your review and wanted to take a second to apologize for your experience. We take feedback from our customers very seriously. Based on your description, it looks like your tour was the first one with a new menu and vendor. Our tours are designed to leave guests moderately full which most of our participants report that they are both here and on our feedback forms. This was our first attempt with this new menu and if the portions didn't meet both your expectations or our standards, again I apologize. Please email me directly so I can check out your account and see if I can do anything to make up for your experience. eric@orlandofoodtours.com
Written 7 June 2015
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heleneval23
Orlando, FL13 contributions
Feb 2019 • Friends
This was my first experience with this company, although I've been on 2 other food tours in the Orlando area through different companies. We did the Winter Park tour, and I was so excited to go.
Sadly, this tour left a LOT to be desired. But first, let me start with the positives:
- The tour guide seemed friendly enough, although she hinted various times about gratuities, which I thought was tacky
- We were given mimosas or beer at most of the stops, which is a nice touch (and the only reason I didn't give only 1 star to this company)
Now for the negatives:
- Can we taste more of a variety besides bread, bread, bread? Stop 1 was some sort of bruchetta (bread). Stop 2 was a tiny chicken taco in a soft bread. Stop 4 was a place where we sampled 3 varieties of (you guessed it...) flatbread. Seriously, couldn't we have sampled more of what that restaurant had to offer? Maybe 1 flatbread, one type of meat dish, another type of appetizer?? SOMETHING else besides 3 varieties of flatbread? Stop 3 was an olive oil store and Stop 5 was ice cream at Kilwins. I left after stop 4. I get ice cream and fudge at the Kilwins near my house all the time, so it's nothing special.
- In between stops 3 and 4, we had a 20 minute wait before our next reservation, so the guide walked us around to look at architecture. I have no interest in this. It seems like poor planning that we have to wait 20 minutes before our next stop, and this is after spending a LOT of time in stop 3. (When we finally got to stop 4, we then waited another 35 minutes for 2 of our flatbreads to arrive, and another 10 minutes for the 3rd.....yawn. So it was over an hour from eating at the olive oil place to eating our flatbreads).
If they want to improve, they can take some ideas from the other food tours I've been on. At each restaurant, we sampled unique items from each place. For instance, at one restaurant in Winter Garden, we tried shrimp & grits as well as duck fat fries. Two different items, very unique. Not 2 different types of flatbreads. We tried a fried ice cream at another stop. Unique! On another tour, the "grand finale" wasn't ice cream at Kilwins that you can get any time. We had humongous macaroons (almost as large as a plate) sandwiched together with gelato and drizzled with strawberries.
I feel like a food tour should showcase unique items from each location, not just one type of bread after another. The planning should be better as well, so we don't have to wait around for long stretches and go look at architecture. I love food, but this tour was a real disappointment.
Sadly, this tour left a LOT to be desired. But first, let me start with the positives:
- The tour guide seemed friendly enough, although she hinted various times about gratuities, which I thought was tacky
- We were given mimosas or beer at most of the stops, which is a nice touch (and the only reason I didn't give only 1 star to this company)
Now for the negatives:
- Can we taste more of a variety besides bread, bread, bread? Stop 1 was some sort of bruchetta (bread). Stop 2 was a tiny chicken taco in a soft bread. Stop 4 was a place where we sampled 3 varieties of (you guessed it...) flatbread. Seriously, couldn't we have sampled more of what that restaurant had to offer? Maybe 1 flatbread, one type of meat dish, another type of appetizer?? SOMETHING else besides 3 varieties of flatbread? Stop 3 was an olive oil store and Stop 5 was ice cream at Kilwins. I left after stop 4. I get ice cream and fudge at the Kilwins near my house all the time, so it's nothing special.
- In between stops 3 and 4, we had a 20 minute wait before our next reservation, so the guide walked us around to look at architecture. I have no interest in this. It seems like poor planning that we have to wait 20 minutes before our next stop, and this is after spending a LOT of time in stop 3. (When we finally got to stop 4, we then waited another 35 minutes for 2 of our flatbreads to arrive, and another 10 minutes for the 3rd.....yawn. So it was over an hour from eating at the olive oil place to eating our flatbreads).
If they want to improve, they can take some ideas from the other food tours I've been on. At each restaurant, we sampled unique items from each place. For instance, at one restaurant in Winter Garden, we tried shrimp & grits as well as duck fat fries. Two different items, very unique. Not 2 different types of flatbreads. We tried a fried ice cream at another stop. Unique! On another tour, the "grand finale" wasn't ice cream at Kilwins that you can get any time. We had humongous macaroons (almost as large as a plate) sandwiched together with gelato and drizzled with strawberries.
I feel like a food tour should showcase unique items from each location, not just one type of bread after another. The planning should be better as well, so we don't have to wait around for long stretches and go look at architecture. I love food, but this tour was a real disappointment.
Written 2 February 2019
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Trinislang
Orlando, FL392 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
Did this as a birthday gift. I didn't know that they had a food tour in Winter Park. The tour is 4 hours and the walk is about 2-4 miles since all the restaurants are close to each other. We did visited 5 places and Jennifer was our guide and she really did an excellent job taking us around. We visited Park View; the roasted tomato tartine was a huge hit in our group along with the mimosas. We then went on to a Mexican restaurant Cocina 214 where we had a beer and tacos. I wasn't a fan of the tacos. It was a bit too bland for my taste however this is not to say the other items on the menu is not good. We then visited Ancient Olive, I could spend most of my day in here. Really cool store and very friendly and helpful staff (see my separate review of this store). After the olive oil store we made our way to Casa Feliz for some cool history. Next stop was Garp and Fuss. This restaurant reminded me of the horbit house in lord of the rings lol. It's tucked away through the narrow alley ways next to Ancient Olives. We had some radler with a very very delicious fried cauliflower and crab cakes with three sauces. The cauliflower was really good and the teriyaki sauce was hit at my table. Our last stop was at the ice cream and candy store Kilwins. We tried the apple butter ice cream and fudge. This is a really cool tour and try to get Jennifer. Walk with comfy shoes.
Written 14 November 2018
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Rudy G
Belize City, Belize41 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
Our family went on a nice food tour at Winter Parks. Our guide was excellent and took us to several restaurants which included Parkview and Boca. We also visited a French pastry shop, a mexican restaurant and an italian store that educates you well on olive oil. The food and sweet treats were awesome.
Written 22 May 2018
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Brittany K
West Palm Beach, FL1 contribution
Jan 2018 • Couples
We booked a tour and it was canceled by the company the day before due to a "family emergency" of the guide. We do not reside in the are and cannot reschedule. The company is refusing to provide a refund and has ignored all of our communication efforts.
Written 10 February 2018
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Hey Brittany, I apologize for the inconvenience and that your tour got canceled. From time to time we do have to cancel a tour if there is an issue with a vendor, a tour guide is unavailable or there aren’t enough tickets sold. I think you had purchased through Groupon so we have not been refusing you a refund. I’ll take care of the issue right now so you can get your money back from them. I was not aware that you had requested a refund. My apologies again, I don't want anyone to have a bad experience. I will email you a confirmation that it has been taken care of.
Written 12 February 2018
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KiminVaBeach
Va Beach, VA24 contributions
May 2016 • Friends
My friend and I were in town (Orlando) for a girl's weekend and took the tour on Sunday. Winter Park is a great town and this tour not only introduced us to some great architecture and facts but also to some great food and drinks!
I've taken food tours in several cities but have to say that I enjoyed this one more than some others. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and great to be around. She set the mood for a fun day and we met a lot of great people in the group. We were the only visitors from out of town but those that attended that were closer said they learned a lot about the area that they would not have know if not on the tour. I do recommend and will go again when I'm in town. Very fun and filling!
I've taken food tours in several cities but have to say that I enjoyed this one more than some others. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and great to be around. She set the mood for a fun day and we met a lot of great people in the group. We were the only visitors from out of town but those that attended that were closer said they learned a lot about the area that they would not have know if not on the tour. I do recommend and will go again when I'm in town. Very fun and filling!
Written 24 May 2016
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We had food at four stops, pizza, mac & cheese, bruschetta, wine or beer etc. One place was olive oil and vinegar tastings and then finger foods they made with those ingredients like dips with crackers etc. At Kilwin's we had ice cream.
Written 21 September 2015
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