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Downtown Los Angeles 3-Hour Walking Food Tour with Tastings
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Downtown Los Angeles 3-Hour Walking Food Tour with Tastings

by Sidewalk Food Tours

3 hours
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3 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$160.20$178Save 10%
2 adults × $80.10
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This walking food tour through Downtown Los Angeles lasts about three hours. Participants visit six different local eateries to sample a variety of dishes including French pastries, Thai street food, Korean homestyle meals, slow-cooked braised meat tacos, and artisanal donuts. The tour begins with a narrated introduction covering the history, culture, and food scene of the neighborhood. Stops include the Grand Central Market, a landmark food hall active since 1917 that showcases diverse cuisines and vendors. The route also passes the Bradbury Building, the oldest commercial building in central Los Angeles, and The Last Bookstore, the largest new and used bookstore in California. Tastings at Pitchoun!, Sticky Rice, Shiku Homestyle Korean, Guisados, and Donut Friend are included. Water and a professional guide accompany the tour. Guests should wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for some walking up slight inclines and small stairs. The tour operates rain or shine and has a maximum of 12 participants to maintain a quality experience.

Highlights

Three-hour walking food tour in Downtown Los Angeles
Tastings at six local eateries including French and Thai food
Visit Grand Central Market and The Last Bookstore
Guided commentary on neighborhood history and food culture
Maximum 12 participants with water included

What's included

Water provided during the tour
Professional guide leading the walking tour
Food tastings at six different locations

What's not included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included
Additional food and drinks beyond tastings are excluded
Gratuities for the guide are not included

Itinerary

1

Sidewalk Food Tours of Los Angeles

This 3-hour food tour includes tastings from six different eateries. The guide provides stories about the history, culture, and food scene of Downtown Los Angeles throughout the walk.

30 min

2

Grand Central Market

Established in 1917, Grand Central Market is a downtown landmark that unites the diverse cuisines and cultures of Los Angeles through its vendors and event spaces.

25 min

3

Bradbury Building

The Bradbury Building is the oldest commercial building still standing in central Los Angeles and is considered a unique architectural treasure.

4

The Last Bookstore

The Last Bookstore is the largest new and used bookstore in California, offering a wide selection of books and a notable location in Downtown Los Angeles.

5

Pitchoun! French Bakery

Pitchoun! is a family-owned French bakery and pastry shop in Downtown LA known for its artisanal baked goods and restaurant offerings.

25 min

6

Sticky Rice

Sticky Rice is a Thai street food stall in Grand Central Market offering dishes reminiscent of Bangkok’s street cuisine.

15 min

7

Shiku Homestyle Korean

This mom-and-pop Korean restaurant serves homestyle Korean food inspired by doshirak, or lunchboxes.

15 min

8

Guisados

Guisados specializes in slow-cooked braised meat tacos, considered some of the best in Los Angeles.

15 min

9

Donut Friend

Donut Friend offers warm, colorful artisanal donuts along with ice cream and coffee.

15 min

Meeting point

Meeting at 545 South Olive Street (outside in front of Pitchoun Bakery) Parking available at PacMutual Parking (523 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014)

End point

The tour ends at 700 S Grand Ave (outside in front of Bottega Louie)

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–12 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
The tour allows a maximum of 12 people for quality experience
Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking
Tours operate regardless of weather conditions
Guests must inform the operator of any dietary restrictions when booking
The route includes slight inclines and small stairs at some stops
Guests with difficulty walking stairs should notify in advance for accommodations
Total
$160.20Save 10% vs Viator