Dublin Food Tour: Local Tastings & Irish Food Stories

Three hours, three kilometers, and the stories that shaped Dublin's food scene

A small-group food tour through Dublin led by a local guide includes tastings at independent food businesses and local favorites, covering both traditional Irish flavors and the city's contemporary food culture. The tour runs three hours with around three kilometers of walking. Participants must be 18 and older, and tastings may contain dairy, gluten, alcohol, fish and meat with no alternatives provided.

Step-by-step itinerary

Dublin food tasting walking tour

• Meet local food expert guide
• Walk approximately 3 km in Dublin
• Visit independent food businesses
• Enjoy generous tastings of Irish food
• Hear stories about dishes and neighborhoods
• Receive local restaurant and café recommendations

The experience

What makes Dublin's food different now than it was ten years ago? A local food expert leads this walking tour through neighborhoods and independent shops, tasting as you go. You'll move through the city on foot, about three kilometers total, stopping at handpicked eateries and food businesses where the guide shares the stories behind the dishes, the neighborhoods, and the people who've changed how Dublin eats. The tastings are generous, and they span both traditional Irish food and the newer restaurants and cafes that have reshaped the city's reputation.

The tour lasts three hours and includes a mix of stops: some are sit-down tastings, others are samples from food shops or market stalls. You'll leave with a real sense of what's worth eating in Dublin for the rest of your stay, plus recommendations from someone who actually knows the places. The guide is a local food expert who speaks English and knows the contemporary food culture firsthand.

Bring comfortable shoes, water, and a rain jacket: the tour runs in all weather. Tastings include dairy, gluten, alcohol, fish and meat, and there are no alternatives in some cases, so let the provider know in advance if you have dietary needs. You must be 18 or older to join.

What’s included

• Local guide leading the tour in English.
• food tastings at independent businesses and local favorites.
• alcoholic beverages as part of the tastings.
• local restaurant and café recommendations for the rest of your stay.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:45

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 14 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Delicious Dublin Tours

Is this one for you?You're in Dublin for a few days and want to eat well without spending hours researching. This tour compresses the city's food story and its best current spots into one morning or afternoon, so you know where to go for the rest of your stay.

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Top questions

What kind of food will I taste on this Dublin tour?

The tour includes tastings at independent food businesses and local favorites, mixing traditional Irish dishes with samples from Dublin's modern food scene. Specific stops and dishes vary, but the guide chooses places that represent both the city's food history and its current restaurant culture.

How much walking is involved in this food tour?

The tour covers around three kilometers (approximately 1.7 miles) over three hours, moving between food stops on foot. Comfortable shoes are essential, and the pace is steady but not strenuous.

Are alcoholic drinks included in the tastings?

Yes, alcoholic beverages are part of the tastings on this tour. Participants must be 18 or older, and you should plan accordingly if you need to avoid alcohol for any reason.

What should I bring or wear for this tour?

Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring a bottle of water, sunglasses and a rain jacket. The tour operates in all weather conditions, so dress for Dublin's climate: rain is common and the tour goes ahead regardless.

Can I join if I'm vegan or have food allergies?

Tastings include dairy, gluten, coffee, shellfish, alcohol and meat with no alternatives in some cases, so the tour is not suitable for vegans. If you have specific dietary requirements or allergies, contact the local provider in advance to discuss your needs.