Arts District Food Tour, Richmond VA

Are you ready to explore downtown Richmond?

Richmond’s revitalized Arts District will capture your imagination with a mix of under-the-radar restaurants, inspiring art galleries, and historically significant architecture.

The tasty fun begins when you meet your knowledgeable, local guide. They will lead you on a gastronomical journey where you will sample delicious food from several amazing spots, meet passionate chefs and business owners, and hear the stories that make this one of Richmond’s most defining neighborhoods. But most of all, they’ll make sure you have fun doing it.

Spanning parts of Monroe Ward and Jackson Ward, this food tour has something for everyone and is sure to introduce you to the unique and delicious tastes of Richmond, Virginia!

Tour highlights:

• Visit up to 5-6 venues to taste one of their best dishes.
• You get to eat more than enough food for a meal.
• Meet the chef’s and owners behind downtown Richmond’s food scene.
• Learn about Jackson Ward’s unique architecture, the story behind Grace St., and  the weather indicator that once marked Richmond’s highest point.

What’s included:

• Food tastings at each restaurant and bakery visited
• Professional local guide
• Gratuities at restaurants

Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours

When: Available year-round Saturdays

The tour will visit 5 or 6 of the following tasty establishments*:

• Wong Gonzalez - Hip Mexican-Chinese fusion
• Rappahannock Oyster Co. - Sustainable seafood
• Charm School - From-scratch scoop shop
• Lillie Pearl - Where West Africa and North Carolina collide
• Bar Solita - Mediterranean vacation spot
• Mama J’s - Southern comfort food
• Max’s on Broad - Classic French fare
• Sugar & Salt - Cake shop and bakery
• NAMA - Indian street food

*Itinerary / stops are subject to change

Need to know:

• You can expect to walk approximately 1.5 easy miles.
• Food tastings are included in the price of the tour.
• The tour size is limited to 15 participants.
• You will be able to sit at most stops, and there are no full flights of stairs to navigate.
• Small samples are provided by each of the food partners. Quality over quantity is emphasized, but for most people, there is enough food for a full meal. You certainly won’t want to eat immediately before or after the tour!
• This tour runs in all weather conditions.
• Be sure to bring water and wear comfortable shoes.
• Please advise of dietary restrictions and food allergies when you reserve your tour time. The tour provider will do their best to accommodate your needs. Vegetarian options available on request.

This tasty tour of great places to eat takes place in Richmond, Virginia  VIEW MAP