London Food Tours by Eating Europe Review (2026): What to Expect & Prices

Is London Food Tours by Eating Europe worth it? Our verdict

Learning how the East End’s food scene reflects waves of migration and the area’s changing communities - from the Soup Kitchen for the Jewish Poor to Brick Lane’s market evolution - that is what London Food Tours by Eating Europe offers, so it is a strong choice for anyone after a sense of how food and history intertwine in this part of London.

The Soup Kitchen for the Jewish Poor, established in 1854 to feed destitute Jewish immigrants, stands as a reminder of the hardship and resilience woven into the East End’s food traditions that guests will taste on the Eating London East End Food Tour. At Poppies, guests eat fish and chips, whilst at the local Chinese shop, they taste a Chinese egg custard tart.

On Booking Wolf it costs £80.10 per person against Viator's £89, a saving of £8.90 (10%). A live guide leads this shared experience, starting between 109 and 111A Commercial St., at the entrance to Old Spitalfields Market.

Choose it if you want to sample Indian curry paired with a Mango Lassi or tasting artisanal crumbles at Humble Crumble matters to you. Skip it if you want a longer tour for the same price or prefer a slower pace.

Its tours pick up about 151 new reviews a month on the sites we track (roughly 1,500 bookers a month, our own estimate) - 10/10 on the Booking Wolf popularity scale.

What is London Food Tours by Eating Europe?

Based in London, London Food Tours by Eating Europe is a food tour company offering five tours covering London Borough Market, Brick Lane, East End and Soho. The closest comparable tour, from Sherpa Food Tours London, costs £73.36 - £6.74 less than the Eating London East End Food Tour. Its tours pick up about 151 new reviews a month on the sites we track - roughly 1,500 bookers a month if about 1 in 10 bookers leaves a review (our own estimate, from how many reviews they gained between March and October 2026). That puts the operator at 10/10 on the Booking Wolf popularity scale.

The rest of its range covers a food tour in Soho, a food tour at Borough Market, a food tour in the City and a food tour in Edinburgh.

How much do London Food Tours by Eating Europe's tours cost?

On Booking Wolf, London Food Tours by Eating Europe's tours run from £77.40 to £148.50 per person. The cheapest is the London Borough Market & London Bridge Food Tour at £77.40, and the dearest the Eating London The Heart of 'The City' Food Tour at £148.50.

London Food Tours by Eating Europe's most-reviewed tour, the Eating London East End Food Tour, sells for £80.10 per person (£89 on Viator). Booking means choosing between a Small-Group Food Tour and a Private Food Tour Upgrade. Bookings for this tour are made in three age bands, children (4-12), young people (13-17) and adults (18+); the £80.10 is for an adult.

What to expect on its most popular tour

The Eating London East End Food Tour has guests walking through London’s East End, tasting six foods including fish and chips and curry. It begins from the entrance to Old Spitalfields Market and ends back at the same spot.

In order, the stops are:

• Potter & Reid - a tasting of a sandwich at Potter & Reid (about 20 minutes).
• Soup Kitchen for the Jewish Poor - an exploration of an architecturally interesting building tied to Jewish history in the East End.
• A local hole in the wall - a taste of an egg custard tart (about 10 minutes).
• The pub where ‘Jack the Ripper - a visit to the pub frequented by ‘Jack the Ripper’ and his victims.
• Poppies - a tasting of fish & Chips at Poppies (about 20 minutes).
• Brick Lane - a sampling of delectable Indian curries whilst sipping on a Mango Lassi (about 20 minutes).
• Spitalfields Market E1 - a popular destination for local food enthusiasts.
• Brick Lane - stop by the area's most renowned bagel shop (about 10 minutes).
• Brick Lane - stroll through an array of vintage shops, admire street art, and explore curry houses.
• A market stand - enjoy a tasting of handmade crumbles (about 10 minutes).

Is London Food Tours by Eating Europe good value?

At £80.10 per person, London Food Tours by Eating Europe's Eating London East End Food Tour costs £6.74 more than the closest comparable tour on Booking Wolf, Sherpa Food Tours London's London Foodie Adventure:More than 10 dishes with Sherpa food tour (the same length), which is £73.36. The price pays for a local English-speaking guide and six different tastings including the Humble Crumble, whilst gratuities for the guide, hotel pick-up and drop-off, and extra drinks are not included.

Three of the five comparable tours from other operators on Booking Wolf cost less.

How London Food Tours by Eating Europe compares

The London Foodie Adventure tour focuses on tasting over 10 dishes at five restaurants, while the Eating London East End Food Tour includes six tastings and highlights local street art and history. The Sherpa Food Tours listing mentions the availability of a vegetarian menu, which is not stated in the Eating London tour. Each tour caters well to food enthusiasts looking to explore London's rich culinary scene.

Who should skip London Food Tours by Eating Europe?

• Anyone travelling alone - the Eating London East End Food Tour has a minimum of 2 travellers per booking.

Before you book: practical information

The tour finishes where it began.

Children can stay in a pram or pushchair. It suits all fitness levels, and service animals are allowed.

Background & Highlights

Brick Lane: Known for its diverse markets, Brick Lane has been a focal point for various markets, including antique books, vintage clothing, and street food, reflecting the area's rich cultural tapestry.

Spitalfields Market: Established in the mid-17th century, Spitalfields Market has been a central hub for various immigrant communities, including Irish weavers and Jewish migrants, many of whom worked in the cloth and accessories trade.

London Food Tours by Eating Europe: frequently asked questions