Iconic eats, street art & tales from past to present. All you need to feel like a Londoner.
Ages
4+
Duration
3.5 hours
Departs
Daily 10:30 am, 11:00 am, 11:30 am
Highlights
Enjoy six different tastings including the legendary Humble Crumble. Yes, the social-media famous one 🤳
Best Indian Food: Taste top-rated curries at Brick Lane’s finest curry house 🍛
Marvel at the stunning streetart (including the remnants of a Banksy) and multicultural history of the East End 😍
Uncover a true hidden gem in the form an organic, low-sugar Chinese bakery that’s become a favorite for locals
If we’re going to do fish & chips, we’re going to do it right: at a 2-time national award winner 🏅
Skip the queue at East London’s most popular takeaway, Beigel Bake! 🥯
Tour Description
Encounter London’s East End on this delicious food tour full of history, where you’ll explore the diverse local flavors of this hip and historic neighbourhood.
The East End is the birthplace of London’s street art scene and home of the legendary Brick Lane and Spitalfields Market: a dining destination for Londoners from all over the city. Explore it with an expert local guide, tasting some of the best versions of Britain’s most iconic dishes.
We had a fantastic time with Dave on a tour of London’s East End at the end of June. I really thought it was a great tour of the history of the area; it wasn’t just a food tour, which I really appreciated!
Tina M | Tripadvisor
Dietary Information
Vegetarian-Friendly Tours but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited. Please share dietary restrictions upon booking for best accommodation. Note that tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate in this activity for their safety.
Why Eat with Us?
Expert Local Guides: Fun, knowledgeable London locals.
London’s Hidden Gems: Enjoy exclusive access to local favorites where you’re treated like family.
Culinary Diversity: Taste a variety of delicious dishes, and hear the stories behind the food.
Cultural Immersion: See London through the eyes of a local.
Established Expertise: Since 2011, simply the best food tours in London!
"We had a fantastic time with Dave on a tour of London’s East End at the end of June. I really thought it was a great tour of the history of the area; it wasn’t just a food tour, which I really appreciated!
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Please note that the items above are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Offerings may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Meeting Point
111b Commercial St
London E1 6BG
Between 109 and 111A Commercial St., you will find an entrance to Old Spitalfields Market. Please walk into the market (the gate is called the Huguenots Gate). Directly ahead, as you walk through the entrance, you will find Poke House on the right. Your guide will be waiting for you and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
What Makes the East End Special
London’s East End — spanning Brick Lane, Shoreditch, and Spitalfields — is where the city’s culinary diversity comes alive. Shaped by centuries of immigration, from the Huguenots and Jewish communities to the Bangladeshi families who gave Brick Lane its famous curry houses, this neighborhood is a living tapestry of cultures, flavors, and stories.
Food here reflects that rich multicultural identity. You’ll find legendary bagel shops open around the clock, award-winning fish and chip shops, Indian curry houses beloved by locals, and innovative street food vendors creating dishes that blend global influences. Combined with some of London’s most iconic street art and the historic Spitalfields Market, the East End offers a food experience that is as vibrant and diverse as the city itself.
What people are saying
5.0
★★★★★
Eat through Europe tour - London Nile was so fun and the food was delicious! Learned a lot! Would totally do it again!
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Valerie P
12 Feb 2026
Great food tour The food offered was delicious! The area was really interesting. We had such a great time and Lizzie was the best guide. Highly recommend.
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mylerr
04 Feb 2026
Good food and knowledgeable experience Was a great experience. Got to know a learn a lot about London and the history of Spitelfield. Food was great! Guide was a football fan which was a great connector!
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Jacob G
02 Feb 2026
Amazing food tour full of history We had a wonderful tour with Niall. He was super knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor, which is always a plus. Our crowd size was small at 6 people, which made a perfect atmosphere. The tour was around two and a half hours and we fit so much into that time. Not just food, but the history of east London which made the experience that much more special. All of the food was delicious, but the bagels from Beigel were outrageous. 10/10 would do this again.
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Haley T
01 Feb 2026
Best food tour ever! Best east London tour ever! Niall took us all around shoreditch from the spitalfield markets to brick lane. Loved the history sprinkled in. He was amazing at keeping the group together, engaging with everyone and giving us recommendations for after the tour! Absolutely worth the tour - this is a great part of town!
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Katie G
01 Feb 2026
An amazing Sunday morning eating our way through East End! Niall was an amazing tour guide through the east end! Highlight of the trip! Left full and happy and dreaming of salt beef bagels! Really appreciated the history of the area, the quiet streets, the bustling Sunday market, and the street art!
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Brittany C
01 Feb 2026
A Fantastic East London Tour with Niall We had an amazing time on the East London Eating Europe tour thanks to Niall. He was friendly, funny, and extremely knowledgeable, bringing the neighborhood and its food to life and made the tour feel authentic and engaging. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
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J S
25 Jan 2026
Great Food Tour Niall was amazing. Loved the tour and all the fantastic food. Highly recommend to anyone. Come hungry!
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Christopher L
25 Jan 2026
Delicious diverse sample of food with a knowledgeable funny guide! Naill did an amazing job giving USA variety of cultural cuisine and I loved his history that he included. Very knowledgeable, funny, great guide
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Matt R
25 Jan 2026
This is the tour for you, foodie or not! Niall was our tour guide and did a fantastic job of blending food and history. I have been traveling to London since 1976 and lived here for a while and never thought of the East End but I was quite happily surprised by this tour. If you are going to do a food tour, this is the one!!!
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Texas_Empress
25 Jan 2026
Unforgettable Food Experience Lizzie is as an excellent guide! Highly recommend this tour for families, young travelers, and the like!
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Kaylin S
24 Jan 2026
East London with Lizzie Lizzie was so great and really made the entire experience so enjoyable. We got some history along with all the delicious food — a wonderful way to spend the morning!
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Sarah S
24 Jan 2026
Why Eat with Us?
#1 food and drink experience in London - 14 years. 500,000 Clients. 25,000 Five-Star Reviews!
Every tour is meticulously curated to showcase the very best of London’s food scene.
Exclusive access to the most legit local spots, from the famous hole in the wall to the trendy new restaurants.
Premium tours with expert guides, outstanding food, and drinks always included
Dining with Purpose
We proudly support World Central Kitchen. Every tour you book helps provide meals to communities in crisis.
Our London food tours are led by people who've spent years discovering the real food hiding behind this city's famous landmarks. Market traders, pub lovers, curry enthusiasts, and neighborhood regulars who know which backstreet pie shop is worth the queue and where to find the best Sunday roast. They share London the way locals experience it — diverse, surprising, and endlessly rewarding once you know where to look.
Lauren
My grandparents grew up in the east end, so although I was born in Essex , my roots are here
Well worth heading to a local pub- my favourite is The Hemingford Arms, where you can eat delicious Thai food whilst listening a traditional Irish music session
Rather than paying to just go up The Shard, book a table at the bar there instead- cocktails and a view!
Josh
Born in Worcester, but moved to London in 2013
Max’s Sandwich Shop In Crouch Hill have the best sandwiches!
For a Sunday roast, head out of Zone 1 and go to pubs where the locals live
Cara
Born and raised in Bath but living in London since 2013
I absolutely love the Southbank, wandering along and ending up in borough market for a doughnut
Don't be affraid to get lost, you never know what you might find!
Kaffe
I grew up just North from London but have been an official Londoner since 2010
My favourite pub in London is called the Mayflower, it's a lovely walk along the south bank of the Thames from Tower Bridge. Enjoy a nice pint overlooking the river and pretend you're a pirate
Pick a neighbourhood a bit further out, head there and then just wander around. I guarantee you'll stumble on something great
Katie
Grew up on a farm in Somerset but now loving the big city life.
I love to go to Mildred's in Soho for fresh and super tasty vegetarian cuisine and then finishing off with a glass of bubbly.
Go to Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew to lose yourself in nature. If you want a fun night out then head to Soho Theatre to see some of the best comedians.
Niall
I was born in Hull, Yorkshire but moved to London in 2011
Favourite place to eat is The Oystermen in Covent Garden, you can't go wrong there. Always a good spread. Although St. John's bakery in London Bridge is a close second
Near Tower Hill Station, there's a hidden gem of a pub called The Dickens Inn. Great drinks, pub food and looks beautiful. Sunday Roast, always a good shout. You're right by the harbour too. Not too far from the Tower of London
Max
I was born and raised in St Albans, Hertfordshire, but now living in the east end of London
My favourite place to eat in London is Yardsale Pizza, Hoxton
If you're on a night out late in Soho, go to Garlic and Shots - you will not regret it
Elle
I'm from the West Country, in Bristol, but I'm afraid I don't have the accent!
Sunday Brunch at Megan's is the tastiest & the staff are always so lovely.
Go to see as many theatre shows as you possibly can - The Moulin Rouge at the Vaults in London Bridge is not to be missed. Also, the Stairway to Heaven is the best bar in London.
Paddy
I'm from Scarborough in North Yorkshire but have lived in Borough for over a year, making me a certified local!
The India Club just off the Strand is outrageously good for the price and their dosas will make your heart sing
Follow the river! Rent a bike or get on a TFL boat and you can explore the city without a single traffic jam.
Madeline
I am from Essex - just East of East london
my favourite restaurant in London is six by Nico because I’m so indecisive I couldn’t possibly decide on one meal, I’d rather settle with the 6 individual courses that they serve to you at the 6 by Nico experience
you cannot beat the atmosphere at Camden market, grab some food and take a browse at the interesting stalls, then escape the wildness and go for a stroll the the beautiful neighbouring village of primrose hill
Thomas
Born and raised in Leeds up North, but have lived in London for well over a decade - pretty much all over the city!
Oooh, I’m a sucker for Street Food - get yourself to a Street Feast or Mercato Metropolitano for an abundance of vendors, refined menus, and tasty dishes.
Central London is beautiful, but if you need to temper your city break with some nature; head to Richmond Park in South West London and hang out with some wild deer - you’ll forget you’re even in the city.
David
Born and raised in South-East London, I've been tummy-rumbling my way around the city my whole life, and I fall in love with it more every year
London is strung through with hidden gems - just stroll off from the main drag and follow that beautiful nose of yours. But if you're lost? Try wine and cheese in the quintessential Le Beaujolais, or dine in the magic, bohemian world of Circolo Popolare
Laine
From South East London and have eaten my way through most neighbours here in my time!
Head to any of the Eat Tokyo branches around London for a delicious bento box and tofu!
You can walk within Tower Bridge and look beneath your feet at the traffic passing below - it’s affordable, thrilling and you get a great view of the winding Thames.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Tour Information
Is a food tour in London worth it?
Definitely! London is a big and often overwhleming city, so joining a food tour is a fantastic way to have some of the city’s most unique spots shown to you in one simple, fun-filled morning, afternoon or evening.
What food is London famous for?
London has made its mark on the culinary world with all sorts of fantastic food, but perhaps the most famous meals are our two national dishes – fish & chips… and curry.
What’s included in the price of the food tour?
All food and drinks, as well as your professional local guide are included in the price you pay for the tour. No hidden charges or upsells here.
How long are the tours?
Our London tours range in length from 2 to 3.5 hours.
What neighborhoods or areas do the tours cover?
Each tour’s area can be found listed as its “location”. You might explore the city’s East End, Southbank, or even Notting Hill!
What is the group size?
Our tours have maximum capacities of between 10-12 guests. This ensures that our small groups are able to move unobtrusively through the neighborhoods we explore, respecting our surroundings and the locals that live in London.
I’m traveling alone. Do you offer single tickets?
We love welcoming solo travelers! All of our tours are open to individual guests.
Food and Drink
What kind of food will we taste?
You will discover a range of British and international flavors, experiencing London’s diverse culinary scene from traditional dishes to modern gastronomic innovations. Offerings may vary by day or season, but you’re sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Are drinks included?
Yes. All tours include drinks, and they’re always included in the price you pay.
Do the tours accommodate vegetarian or gluten-free diets?
Vegetarian-Friendly Tours but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited. Please share dietary restrictions upon booking for best accommodation. Note that tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate in this activity for their safety.
For full details, guests should always refer to the specific tour page, as limitations may vary.
Are portions enough for a meal?
Yes. On each of our London tours, you are guaranteed to eat at least the equivalent of a full meal.
Can I buy food or souvenirs at the stops?
Of course! If you would like to purchase something at one of the stops we make, you are welcome to do so yourself, or if you need assistance, you can ask your helpful guide.
Booking and Payment
How do I book?
Visit eatingeurope.com and click on the orange “Book Now” button: it’s simple as that! You will be able to choose your tour, date, time and number of guests before booking.
What forms of payment are accepted?
We accept major debit & credit card payments, iDEAL and Bancontact.
Are there discounts for children, students, or groups?
We offer discounts on tickets for adolescents and children, but unfortunately do not offer discounts on group bookings.
What is Eating Europe’s cancellation policy?
Small group tours can be cancelled and refunded up to 24 hours before tour departure. Private tours can be cancelled and fully refunded up to 7 days before tour departure. For full details, please see our cancelation policy page.
Accessibility & Safety
Are private tours suitable for all ages, including children or seniors?
We are committed to providing a great experience for all of our guests, so if you require a private tour to be suitable for children or seniors, please get in touch and we can create a bespoke experience for you.
Are the tours wheelchair/stroller accessible?
Please note that some of our tours involve areas with limited accessibility and are not wheelchair/stroller accessible. For assistance and alternative option, please contact us. We’re dedicated to providing a great experience for all our guests!
What should I wear?
There is no dress code on our tours, however it’s recommended to wear a good pair of shoes (these are walking tours, after all!) and be prepared for the elements, even though most of our stops are indoors.
Are tourists welcome in London?
Yes, absolutely! Londoners are proud of their city and are happy to share it with visitors who embrace its unique character. The warmest welcomes are found when visitors appreciate the rhythm of local life—whether that’s by supporting independent market stalls, being mindful of noise in residential mews, or simply following Tube etiquette by standing on the right!
That spirit of mindful travel is at the heart of what we do. Our small group food tours are designed to connect you with the real London, introducing you to the local families behind our favourite vendors and sharing the stories that make the city so special.
Tour Experience & Expectations
Will the guide speak my language?
While not all of our guides speak languages other than English, please contact us if you’d like to request a tour in another language and we’ll do our best to accomodate.
Can I take photos during the tour?
Yes! You are welcome to take photos and videos of the food and scenery throughout your tour. If you would explicitly like to get photos of fellow guests or your guide, we kindly ask that you get their permission first.
Do I need to tip the guide?
Tips for our lovely guides are not required, but they are appreciated!
Will we visit the same places as other tours?
No. While some tours may have one or two stops which other groups visit (can’t help it if they’re popular!), Eating Europe are proud that the majority of stops on every London tour are restaurants and vendors who work exclusively with us.
Do you offer private or custom tours?
We do! Please see the “Book a Private Tour” option or contact us, and we can arrange a private or custom London tour to suit your specific needs.
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A tour can be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours before tour departure.
Private Tours
A private tour can be cancelled and fully refunded up to 7 days before tour departure
Gift Cards, Travel Vouchers & Flexi-Pass™
Gift cards, travel vouchers and Flexi-Pass™ are non-refundable.
LATE ARRIVALS AND NO SHOWS
Due to extremely strict time slots for entry into attractions and for food preparation, both in-person & virtual/online, we recommend you show up 15 minutes before the scheduled starting time of the tour or experience. Our group tours begin & depart precisely at the scheduled tour or experience start time. If you show up late or cannot find the meeting point, for any reason, refund requests are not honored per policy. If you are having a hard time arriving on time we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so we can do everything in our power to assist you with arriving at the meeting point at the scheduled time or reschedule to the next available tour.
CANCELLATION DUE TO PLANES, TRAINS, AUTOMOBILES OR ILLNESS
Inside of 24 hours, your spot on the tour has been reserved exclusively for you. Since we are unable to fill your spot if you’re unable to attend for any reason (including transportation or illness), we do not offer refunds after that time. Please plan ahead so that you are able to join us and don’t miss out!
DISCOUNT CODES
Discount codes are valid for new bookings only. They are not eligible for pre-existing bookings and can not be applied retrospectively.
AMENDMENT POLICY
We would be happy to assist you with rescheduling your tour, free of charge, with any requests made more than 24 hours of 8am CET on the date of the tour. We reserve the right to charge an amendment fee should you request to reschedule within 24 hours of 8am CET on the date of your tour . Once again, this is subject to availability and price changes. In general, we only charge you for any additional costs that we incur such as tickets. We have no intention of profiting from disruptions to your vacation and will work with providers and suppliers to get this cost reduced to a minimum.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
From time to time, the terms of this policy may change at the Company’s discretion.
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