Overview
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Join this 3-hour small-group food tour to savor 6+ food tastings in one of America's top food cities with a professional guide. Sip on alcoholic beverages (if option selected) at select locations. Explore this historic capital city's architecture while listening to fascinating stories about the history and view the art and culture as you walk through the Downcity Arts District. Tour is limited to a maximum of 14 people to ensure personalized service and includes a guide offering recommendations for you to further explore on your own.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 15 minutes early for check in, departure starts promptly at 12pm
A moderate amount of walking is involved,1 slight incline, approx. 1.8mi (2.89km)
Please advise of any specific dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking
Vegetarian substitutions available, please advise at time of booking if required
Pescatarian diets can be accommodated at some locations, but not all, please advise at time of booking if required
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival
Minimum drinking age is 21 years, if you choose the food and alcohol ticket upgrade
Children 6 and up must be accompanied by an adult, under 6 years old is not recommended
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately for weather
Please advise all guests in your group to bring cash for guide gratuities, if you enjoy the tour.
What To Expect
After meeting your guide at the intersection of 1 Ship & Dyer St. in Providence at 12pm, you'll begin a walking tour on this one-of-a-kind food tasting tour. This fully-narrated guided tour will visits at least six food tasting locations in the Downcity Arts District neighborhood. Delicious food tastings are served from both casual eateries serving up approachable, local farm-to-table comfort food to award winning fine dining plating fresh creative dishes. Between bites and samplings, you’ll get an insider’s view of the Providence’s enticing, modern culinary landscape, where food, art and architecture collide in a very walkable, scenic, diverse small city. Your expert guide with share their knowledge of epicurean favorites, hidden murals and art, architectural gems, hidden speakeasies and local festivals and entertainment to be found in the creative capital.
Options
Tasting Tour- Alcohol Included
Downcity Providence Food Tour includes six plus food tastings from at least 6 eateries and 3 alcohol tastings.
Tasting Tour - No Alcohol
Downcity Providence Food Tour includes six plus food tastings from at least 6 eateries.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Alcoholic drinks (if option selected)
Lunch
History, Art & Culture
Food tastings
Alcoholic drinks unless an alcohol ticket was purchased.
Gratuities - 15 to 25% is recommended if you enjoy the tour.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
364 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Food Tour!
383ingridn,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was Nicole, and she was a terrific guide. We had five stops at which we got tastes of local cuisine, plus a wine-tasting stop. (We took the tour on a Sunday, when one of the restaurants was closed, so the wine-tasting was a substitute.) After the second stop, we strolled along the Providence River, and Nicole stopped twice to share some stories about Providence's history. I appreciated that all of the stops were at locally-owned places, and that we got to taste a diversity of food and wine.
Great for locals AND visitors!
andrewmB4751RO,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time on the Downcity Providence food tour! Michelle really knows her stuff and I learned a ton about the city and its cuisine. I would easily recommend this to anyone either local or just visiting. A great way to spend an afternoon with tasty food, fun facts, and some good laughs.
A wonderful experience with the perfect guide, Michelle!
V530IEemmam,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This food tour was amazing! Our tour guide was Michelle and she was so knowledgeable and passionate about food and the city. Her sense of humor is amazing and we were constantly laughing at her jokes! The food was delicious and by the end of the tour I felt well fed. A really wonderful way to spend an afternoon, I highly recommend it. - Emma M
The best walking tour in Providence
timsJ6671BN,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just finished our walking tour with Michelle. It was so much fun... We had absolutely delightful food, a wonderful walk in Providence with the dynamic Michelle. Restaurants were excellent.... A must do if you are coming to Providence
Downcity tour from Michigan
MaryAnn L,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Michelle was very entertaining, knowledgeable and personable. The walk was easy, with plenty of time to rest. We liked all the food we had. The wine tasting and beer flights were good. My one suggestion would be to let people know the first stop they ate meeting at.
June 2026 - Food Tour -Great Time!
ginacZ9007EK,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an wonderful time on the Downcity Food Tour in Providence with Michelle. It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon, and our group was full of friendly, fun people, which made the experience even better. Michelle is knowledgeable about Providence and Rhode Island history, culture and the culinary scene. She’s witty, welcoming, and brings the city’s stories to life! The 6 food stops were all delicious, and the ice cream stop was an especially sweet surprise along the way. We love taking these tours because we always learn something new and discover restaurants we might not have tried otherwise. Thank you, Michelle & Rhode Island Red Food Tours, for a fun and memorable experience. We’re already looking forward to our next tour! p.s. this was my 4th tour with you folks!
Best Foodie Experience
George B,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Michelle was our guide. She was born and raised in Providence and we loved her stories and the city history she shared. All the foods we sampled were delicious and we will definitely visit those places in the future.
Eat well in Providence!
Tina C,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed this food tour. We tried some things we probably wouldn't have tried on our own. One of the stops was directly across from our hotel but we never would have thought to go in because it was branded a tea house. Who knew we could get excellent chicken and sweet potato fries there?! Michelle kept things light and lively - and made us laugh. Her affection for her city was obvious and infectious. Enough food to satisfy, and Sunday tours have a stop at a wine shop for a tasting and charcuterie!
Culinary Explorers!
annfK6065UH,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Michelle was our tour guide and she was phenomenal. A theatre major who grew up in Providence, this job is perfect for her! She was knowledgeable, entertaining, and personable. We stopped at 5 places and supported local businesses of many cultures. We tried RI clam chowder and clam cakes, boba tea, west African food, and pretzels. The historical facts were interesting and well dispersed as we walked around the city. I highly recommend this experience for those that like to explore and learn while having fun.
A must-do for local foodies
Jennifer C,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jack was a character and full of stories of the Providence food scene. Loved how diverse the food was and that they were all local businesses. There wasn’t a bad bite in the bunch! Definitely the highlight of my weekend in the city.
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