Savannah: Food & Pub Walking Tour with History Stories

Summary

Savannah food tour with pub stops history and city walks

You’ll wander Savannah’s historic streets with a local guide who feels more like an old friend than anything official. Expect six different tastings (from hush puppies to global bites), stories you won’t read in any brochure, and plenty of time for drinks or just soaking up city life. You might leave with sticky fingers or wet shoes — but also new favorites and a sense you’ve really met Savannah.

What’s the experience like?

Li was already waving at us from the steps of Reynolds Square, grinning like she’d known us for years. She asked if we’d eaten breakfast — I lied and said no, just to feel less guilty about starting a food tour before noon. The city felt soft that morning, like it always does after rain, moss hanging heavy over the sidewalks. We set off past benches where old men were already arguing about baseball (or maybe politics?), and Li started in on stories about Savannah’s squares — how each one has its own personality, which I never would’ve noticed if she hadn’t pointed out the little details. There was this moment when she stopped to show us a brick that looked out of place, and somehow it turned into a whole story about pirates. I still think about that brick.

The first stop smelled like fried dough from half a block away. We squeezed into a tiny spot near River Street where the cook slid us hush puppies straight from the fryer — so hot I nearly dropped mine. Someone behind the counter teased me for blowing on it too much (it’s possible I have sensitive hands). Then we moved on to something totally different — tacos with pickled onions that made my eyes water in a good way. Li explained how Savannah’s food scene isn’t just “Southern,” but this wild mix of flavors brought in by everyone who’s ever passed through town. She knew every bartender by name, or at least pretended to; one of them poured us sweet tea and told a story about ghosts in the basement.

I lost track of time somewhere between our third bite and the pub crawl part — there was live music drifting out onto Broughton Street, mixing with the smell of pralines from a shop nearby. We had plenty of time to order drinks if we wanted (I tried something local that tasted like summer), but honestly I was more focused on all the little tastes: smoky pulled pork here, something spicy there. The walking wasn’t hard — lots of pauses to laugh or listen or just let Li ramble about her favorite restaurants (she even admitted she doesn’t like grits, which felt almost illegal here). My shoes got wet crossing one square where sprinklers had gone rogue, but nobody cared.

By the end we’d looped back toward Reynolds Square again, full but not stuffed, pockets full of napkins and phone photos I’ll probably never organize. It didn’t feel like a tour so much as tagging along with someone who loves this place enough to share its weird corners and best bites. If you’re looking for some polished “experience,” maybe look elsewhere — this is more like wandering with friends who know where to find real food in Savannah.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Savannah food and history walking tour

• Begin guided walking tour downtown
• Stroll through city squares and Historic District
• Visit six diverse food locations
• Enjoy tasting Southern and global flavors
• Learn Savannah's history and secrets
• Tour covers Broughton to River Street
• Tour conducted rain or shine

Top questions

How long does the Savannah food & pub walking tour last?

The tour lasts around 3 hours as you walk through downtown Savannah sampling foods and hearing local stories.

Is alcohol included in the ticket price?

No, alcoholic beverages are not included; you can order and pay for drinks at stops if you wish.

How many tasting stops are included?

The tour includes tastings at six different locations featuring both Southern flavors and international bites.

What areas does the tour cover?

The route covers downtown Savannah between Broughton Street and River Street, including Reynolds Square.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

The team tries hard to accommodate dietary needs; let them know when booking so they can help plan options.

Is this Savannah food tour suitable for kids?

Yes, tours are suitable for all ages though some stops may offer alcoholic drinks for adults only.

Does the tour operate in bad weather?

Yes, tours run rain or shine; dress appropriately for Savannah’s weather conditions.

Do I need to be very fit for this walking tour?

A moderate level of fitness is recommended as you’ll be walking throughout downtown during the 3-hour tour.

What’s included

Your day includes guided walking through Savannah’s historic district with six different food tastings along the way—think everything from hush puppies to global snacks—with time built in at each stop if you want to order drinks (at your own cost). A friendly local guide leads every step; just let them know any dietary needs when booking so they can help out where possible.