15 Best Istanbul Food Tours

“This was a great experience and introduction to Türkiye food and culture. Ali was a fantastic guide and was more than willing to listen and respond to our small group’s questions with thoughtful and meaningful responses. I would highly recommend booking this tour!!”

“Bahri was amazing. Knowledgeable. Made the tour enjoyable and interesting. We tried so many interesting local foods that we would not have on our own. And we would consider ourselves adventurous eaters. We just wouldn't have found them on our own. Thank you for a…”

“Well paced route, great selection of different foods to try. Very welcoming and friendly restaurant staff. Our guide was wonderful, full of local knowledge and answered all kind of questions about food, history and geography. Would highly recommend.”

“Susu was our guide and was just perfect. This was a great evening trying different types of food capped off with a wonderful dinner. So much food which was all amazing. The experience was 100% worth it and our guide was knowledgeable about the history…”

“Amazing day from start to finish. Got to sample so many different local foods, was the perfect amount. Our guide Önder was amazing. Friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Learned a lot about the city from him. He even gave me a take away bag of Baklava…”

“Wonderful experience from start to finish! The coordination was seamless, and Zeynep was a kind and gracious host. She truly made everyone feel welcome.”

“The food tour was banger! The food was delicious, the group was great, and Burak was such a fantastic guide. He knew so much about Istanbul’s culture, history, and food, and made the whole experience top notch. Highly recommend 🙌”

“Highly recommend the tour with Dilek. We had a great time and sampled delicious food. Dilek also gave us good recommendations for other things to do while in Istanbul.”

“This is one of the best tours we have experienced! It’s very unique! Our guide, Tolga, was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and kind. He introduced us to areas and excellent restaurants that we would not have tried on our own. He went out of his way…”

“The tour is on the Asia side of the Bosphorus which gives you a different vibe than the European side. Jeremy was our guide and he was very friendly and knowledgeable. The food was great.”

“A great way to eat like a local! 9 stops to try a wide variety of food and drinks, with a great guide - Burak - who gave us the history of Istanbul as well as the origins of the food we ate. Don’t eat…”

“Great introduction to the city! I think food is the best part of traveling, and this tour covered it all! Come hungry and try everything recommended. Just don't eat it all. Have to save room for the next treat🎉. Local guide provides so much information…”

“Binnur is delightful! Great storytelling very informative. A broad range of drinks, savory food, sweets enjoyed in cozy local cafes and shops.”

“Erol was an excellent tour guide. He was so knowledgeable about Istanbul’s history and brought us to places we never would’ve been. This was a great experience and I highly recommend.”

“Didi was helpful in accomplishing a personal errand by communicating with a vendor for us. The places we were taken to were varied and tasty.”