Date of tour: December 21, 2024…read more After a wonderful food tour in Prague last year, we wanted to replicate the magic stateside while visiting New Orleans, a city with a rich food history and scene. As requested, I will keep the individual location names secret as to not spoil your potential food tour but also because the stops can change and I don't want to have you disappointed if you don't get the same places on your tour. Ty was a great guide, providing us with local history and culture as we ate our way down Magazine Street. The only complaint I have is that they didn't really interact with us during the food portions, standing or sitting off to the side, or running to the next location to make sure we were all set. To me, the guide should be not only the bridge between the locations and food with us, but also a bridge between the different groups on the tour. Ty told us before the tour started that the other folks joining us were from Michigan, but we found out from them later that they were actually from New York. Had these connections been made earlier, it would have enhanced the tour. On to the food, wonderful that it all was! Please note that I may make some errors in the actual names of the food, while I took pictures, I did not write down the names and there wasn't a post-tour recap to assist me! Stop #1: A local sandwich and a seafood side. Both quite good, especially since I don't like olives! Stop #2: An unusual meat that was shockingly good! Stop #3: Seafood options. I've had a different version of one of these items in Asheville, NC. This wasn't quite as good but still tasty. Stop #4: Southern favorites that were so good! I didn't think I would like these but I did. Stop #5: A peppermint fudge cupcake. Sadly, the weakest stop on the tour. Other that tried the gelato came away disappointed and my cupcake was neither overly fudgey or pepperminty. It looked pretty, though!

We booked the new small group paranormal experience tour. It was absolutely one of the most unique…read moreghost/ paranormal tours I've done. This is a small group experience, which is why I wanted to do this one. We met at the Tableau Restaurant and were offered the choice of an aperol spritz or a French 75. We chose the spritz. We were told some history and ghost lore before going up to the wine room for some more stories. Very cool. They showed us video of a ghostly incident that had occurred there before. Next we walked down the street where we were told about the haunting at Muriel's Restaurant, where they also set a ghost table. Our last stop was at a psychic shop where we did a tarot card reading and we're given a Pan Am cocktail. I highly recommend this tour. It's unique and you get a little bit of all the good things you come to New Orleans for.

I'm a foodie and this is hands-down the best of the best food tours I have ever been on!…read more I attribute my high accolades to our guide Beth, who knew absolutely everything and anything about the cuisine and culture of NOLA. She made the tour so exciting and interesting and had so much to say about things that you would have never even thought of! Beth was interesting, quick, personable, funny, and had such a wealth of knowledge not only of the food, but also of it's preparation, culture, lore and history, how it got woven into the culture of "NOLA". This tour had just the right amount of walking and food. I felt very satisfied but not stuffed. We had the following: Hotel Poste gumbo; Red Fish Grill shrimp po boy & gator boudin; Leah's pralines; Nola Sauce Bar samples (hot sauce); New Orleans Creole Cookery red beans and rice & bananas foster bread pudding with vanilla ice cream. If I'm ever back in NOLA, I would sign up for this food tour again!

We started this food tours walking from the designated spot at a bar to our first spot for Red…read morebeans and Rice And Andouille sausage. Gary our guide was extremely knowledgeable on the history of the area and spoke to is for over 20 min on the history of New Orleans. Next stop was for Po Boys and Muffaletta sandwich. We stared with a fried catfish Po boy, Sasuage bodine, and an Italian meat Muffaletta. after the delicious sandwiches we stopped at the spice shop where we tasted a bunch of flavors to purchase. then off to the praline shop where we tasted many types of praline. and finalized at the 3rd block Depot with Gumbo and bread pudding to finish off the tour. The Gumbo had a twist, German style with mashed potatoes instead of rice. Gary is a wonderful historian and story teller and he made this tour one of my favorite History tours, the food at each stop was terrific. I personally was not so excited about the spice shop but others loved it. I have more spice at home then I can use in my lifetime! Highly recommend this as a New Orleans history and food tour and if the other guides are as knowledgeable as Gary then you will love this one.

Charles is the best tour guide hands down. He told us all the best spots and the food tour was…read moreamazing! If you're in Nola

Had a great time with Linda on the Tastebud Food Tour!! She very friendly and knowledgeable about…read morefood and New Orleans! Put your comfy shoes on and ready to walk to several different delicious restaurants in the French Quarter.

We took the tour on December 9 and it was great. Naif is a wonderful guide, full of fun and…read moreinformation. The food was outstanding and we were able to use the experience to expose our adult son to the wonderful tastes of New Orleans. I highly recommend the tour, well worth it.

This review is a long time coming, but I would definitely be remiss in not leaving a review for…read morethis tour company. It was my birthday weekend and this was one of three tours during my first ever visit to New Orleans. Naif was my food tour guide for the day. When I arrived at the initial spot, I was informed that while he normally had a group of 7-9 people for the food tour, this day it was just me. It was my actual birthday, so needless to say it was a pleasant birthday surprise. While I enjoyed the gumbo and jambalaya of our first tour stop, Naif proceeded to tell me the origin and history of the food and the surrounding area. The delicious cuisine continued when we stopped for a shared muffaletta and fries. We kept the party going to Jackson Square where I was regaled with more knowledgeable, interesting history from Naif. We rounded out the tour with an iced coffee and delicious beignets from the infamous Café du Monde. I do not recommend wearing black as I did. I walked out a powdered sugar mess. Although a happy one! I had such an enjoyable time! The food was delicious, the service at the individual restaurants impeccable and the tour guide company exceptional. Naif was passionate in sharing his knowledge, funny and engaging and all-around great company. I would definitely recommend his tour and will definitely be back with friends to do so. Thanks again, Naif, for a great and memorable birthday.

My friends and I arrived when the South was hella hot and humid. Knowing it was going to be hot, I…read moredecided a morning food tour would be the best option. Raffle hit us up the night before to tell us where to meet him, and he also shared the meeting spot that morning. Even though we were all hungover, having breakfast at Oceana hit the spot. Raffle even praised us for being early--LOL. He was very knowledgeable, and at first, I thought we'd just be tasting food, but I later learned it was a breakfast tour combined with a walking tour, which was totally fine--and thankfully, still early in the a.m. We stopped at local stores, and Raffle shared all the history with us--absolutely worth it! Overall, a great experience with a knowledgeable guide and a fun way to explore.

Authentic flavors and incredible history…read more If you're looking for an authentic taste of the French Quarter, look no further. Our CIA Taste of Nawlins tour was fantastic. We hit three different spots and didn't leave hungry! ​The Seafood Gumbo and Sausage Jambalaya were the perfect kickoff, but the Crawfish Étouffée at our second stop was the absolute winner for me. We finished with a New Orleans staple: Red Beans and Rice. ​Our guide, Donald, was the star of the show. He's incredibly knowledgeable, he speaks from his own cooking experience and explained the actual history behind what we were eating, specifically the differences between Cajun vs. Creole culture. I loved learning why Red Beans are a Monday tradition here! It felt like walking around town with a local expert. Highly recommend!

Booking the Hurricane Katrina history tour with Treme Luxury is more than sightseeing, it's a life…read morechanging experience and one that would leave you with much insight and truth. First, it's Black and locally owned so the conversation comes from someone whose love for the people and community stems from their deep roots. Next, the owner Hollis is a true gem. After spending a few hours together I felt like we were family. His warm and welcoming personality made this experience worth it. I cannot stress it enough, what we heard on the outside about Hurricane Katrina is simply not enough, it is imperative that you take this tour!!!

What more can I say!! I've been to New Orleans several times since I was a little girl. The city…read morehas my heart, but meeting Hollis took that love to a new level. We took the lower 9th ward/Katrina tour with him. His warmth, love and passion for the city was felt immediately. He also invited us to Second Line Sunday and truly an experience I will never forget. If you want a true local experience book with Hollis. You will not regret just taking a moment of your day to enjoy the true beauty of New Orleans.

Whatever they're paying Beth isn't enough! Gave us fun facts about New Orleans and the food in a…read moreway that it felt like a family member was telling us about everything. Next time we'll sign up for the cocktail tour with her

We did the "Lower Garden District" tour. This tour fell way short of our expectations. It was…read moreactually comical. It could have been nicer if: - The tour guide talked about some of the history of the neighborhood you're walking through. Or the significance of certain stops/restaurants. - Called ahead to any of these places so they were somewhat prepared to receive 10-12 people. Many of the places seemed put off and frustrated that we all showed up. A reserved table would have been nice anywhere. Instead, you're hoping for a table but end up standing and eating against a wall. - Have a semblance of organization when it comes to the order of foods. Start off with an appetizer, then a salad or something, then a bit heavier, and then wind down. My neighborhood potluck is more organized than this was. - If I pay $100 for the tour, offer at least $40 worth of food. Buying a $12 sandwich and quartering it is a bit "cheap" to me. - How hard would it be to include drinks? I estimate we had $35 worth of food per person based on menu prices and portions offered. I wouldn't recommend and definitely won't do it again.

We had an absolutely fantastic time on this food tour! Susan, was our guide and was extremely…read moreknowledgeable about the history of New Orleans and the origins of some of its culinary staples. There was plenty of food at each stop, and the variety was fantastic. A couple of us have food allergies, and Susan was careful to share all the ingredients with us so we could make informed decisions. This tour was the perfect way to start off our first trip to the city. Even the kids were happy, and that is saying something!

Was in town for a conference and didn't have much time so opted for this foodie tour. I did not…read moreregret it! We had so much fun, and got to try a variety of things I wouldn't have had time to otherwise. Katie, our tour guide was super knowledgeable and very friendly. We had stops for beignets, muffuletta, gator, gumbo, shrimp po'boys and pralines. At every stop where were options for water and restrooms, and places to sit. Be sure to wear your walking shoes, it takes the full 3 hours! All in all, this tour was one of our highlights of our trip. Would definitely recommend!!

We took the history History and Voodoo tour with Erin. It was absolutely amazing! Erin was so…read moreknowledgeable, enthusiastic, and fun. We learned so much about the history of the city and the origins of Voodoo. 10/10 would recommend!

We did the evening Ghost and Vampire Tour, and it was so bad we ended up leaving halfway through…read morebecause of our tour guide, Addie. She came across like an overly dramatic theater kid who couldn't dial it back. Her mannerisms and constant theatrics were cringey, and while maybe one or two stories had potential, the delivery completely ruined them. She would randomly go off on personal tangents (where she lives, her parents, and other irrelevant details) that had absolutely nothing to do with ghosts or vampires and added nothing to the experience. The worst part was her points system, where she'd give out points if people followed instructions or answered questions. For example, when we stayed on the sidewalk instead of walking in the street, she'd shout "10 points!" and point at each person while repeating it. It wasn't quirky or fun, it was just annoying. I wouldn't recommend this tour based on her alone. After our awful experience we tried another company called Nola Ghost Riders and I'd highly recommend them. They are located at the Voodoo Lounge off Decatur St, while French Quarter Phantoms is at Voodoo Lounge off Rampart St.