2026 LA Food Tour Exploring America’s Culinary Frontier

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About this activity

Discover the heart of downtown Los Angeles on a flavor-packed, small-group walking adventure. Wander Chinatown’s vibrant streets, sample authentic bites in Little Tokyo, and explore historic Grand Central Market’s melting pot of tastes. Skip the hassle of traffic and crowded buses—your guide takes you to hidden local gems within easy walking distance of each other, sharing stories behind the city’s food culture as you taste your way through LA’s most diverse neighborhoods.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Culinary Backstreets

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Children (7–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Alcoholic Beverages
Included: Lunch
Included: Snacks
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Itinerary

Chinatown

one hour

We’ll begin our day in on this Los Angeles food tour in LA’s atmospheric Chinatown, which is experiencing a culinary renaissance.
Calle Olvera

25 min

We'll walk along and take in the sights (and eats) of LA's oldest street, the historical birthplace of the city.
Avila Adobe

30 min

Along the way, we'll make a stop at what is considered LA's oldest residence.
Little Tokyo

one hour

We make our way into the pedestrian-friendly backstreets of Little Tokyo to sample some of the most authentic – and delicious – Japanese food in America, from exquisite sushi to artisanal mochi.
Bradbury Building

25 min

As we make out way to another delicious bit, we'll take a look at this fascinating historic building, a key setting in the film "Blade Runner."
Grand Central Market

1 min

This bustling market is one of downtown LA's great civic centers. Here we will find the hidden vendors and some unforgettable food.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Chinatown West Gate

End point

Chinatown West Gate

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.