East London Indian Private Food Tour with 8+ Food Tastings

4.9 (94 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Discover the bold, vibrant flavors that make London the curry capital of the world on our East London Indian Food Tour. Guided through the city’s historic East End, you’ll taste 8+ authentic dishes that showcase India’s rich culinary traditions and their deep roots in London’s culture. From fragrant curries and sizzling tandoori specialties to fluffy naan, spiced chickpeas, and unique fried snacks, every bite tells a story. Cool off with a refreshing lassi, then indulge your sweet tooth with classic Indian desserts like gulab jamun or creamy rasgulla. Along the way, you’ll learn how immigration shaped London’s food scene and why this neighborhood is the heart of Indian cuisine in the UK. We’ll end with our delicious Secret Dish, the perfect surprise to complete your journey.

As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Secret Food Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Fluffy naan bread & Basmati rice
Included: Our delicious Secret Dish
Included: Lucious lassi
Included: Dinner
Included: Unique fried snack, spicy chickpeas with a twist.
Included: Tandoori dishes
Included: Sizzling chicken/lamb delicacies
Included: Sweets such as gulab jamuns and creamy ras ghulla.
Included: A selection of curries: authentic, traditional & vegetarian

Not included

Not included: Transportation
Not included: Gratuity

Itinerary

Whitechapel Gallery

Passing by

A public art gallery in Aldgate, being positioned near Whitechapel on the north side of Whitechapel High Street, in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets in the East End of London and Central London.
Brick Lane

Passing by

A street in the East End of London, in the Borough of Tower Hamlets. Today, it is the heart of the city's Bangladeshi community and is known to some as Banglatown. It is famous for its many curry houses.
Stop 3

Passing by

Also known as London Liverpool Street, is a central London railway terminus and connected London Underground station in the north-eastern corner of the City of London, in the ward of Bishopsgate.
Stop 4

Passing by

Built in 1876, it is one of the finest surviving Victorian Market Halls in the capital. It is now a premier London attraction offering an impressive array of art, fashion, gifts, antiques and food outlets via its market stalls, shops and restaurants.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

On the day of your booking please meet at 7.00 pm (Tues - Friday) outside the Whitechapel Art Gallery, 77-82 Whitechapel High Street, London, E1 7QX. The nearest station is Aldgate East and it is only 30 seconds away (exit 3).

End point

The tour ends near Aldgate East station.

Using your ticket

We kindly ask our guests to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the departure time to check-in with their guide.
Our Secret Food Tours Guide will have an orange umbrella at the meeting point for easy recognition.

Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can. [[email protected]]
This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance.
Gratuities to guides providing excellent service are appreciated.

The legal minimum age for drinking alcohol is 18 years old.
Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

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.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: The itinerary and menu are subject to changes, based on the location's availability, weather and other circumstances.
Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.