Top 15 Food Tasting Tours in Ireland

1.Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,718 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125Our pick

Spend about three hours walking central Dublin with a guide such as Ann, Lee, or Ciaran, stopping for Irish coffee, sausage rolls, cheese, an oyster, stew, ice cream, beer, and a secret dish. The group is capped at 12, and the route ends near Grafton Street.

“My mom and I traveled to Dublin in October and this was a DEFINITE highlight! Our guide (with her bright umbrella - Francesca) was amazing - she provided incredible I formation as we are the best food! Completely full by the end! I miss the Vice Irish coffee more than you know! Highly recommend, 5/5 stars!”

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2.Delicious Dublin Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 633 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108

Spend about three hours walking from the Spire to Dawson Street, stopping at independent Dublin food spots for Irish coffee, stew, scones, soda bread ice cream, and other samples. Guides such as Kevin, Lisa, Sinead, and Maeve add food stories, city history, and dinner tips. The group is capped at 14 and the tour runs rain or shine.

“So much fun! Our guide was super friendly and knew a ton about food and Dublin history. It was a great time and everything we tasted was delicious”

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3.Food on Foot: Dublin Street Food Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 490 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Walk from St Catherine’s Church to the Molly Malone Statue with a local guide such as Kevin or Tracy. Over three hours, you’ll visit five surprise food stops, hear Dublin stories, and choose what to buy at each place. Food costs extra, making this a flexible option for different diets and appetites.

“Do not hesitate one moment to book this tour! It is absolutely fantastic! Kevin is amazing - very knowledgeable of Ireland’s history, very personable, and very Ty humorous!! The food stops were perfect and delicious! Loved how several stellar options were presented at each location and I got to choose the one(s) that appealed to me. Kevin walked us through many areas of Dublin - really enjoyed listening to him speak along the way. Overall, a fabulous experience!”

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4.Street Food Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 318 reviews · from $31Best value

Walk Dublin’s Liberties with a local guide such as Kevin, Ian, or Tracy, stopping at five independent food spots. You choose what to order and pay for food separately, with about €20 suggested for tastings. Expect Irish dishes, drinks, dessert, local history, and practical Dublin tips over three hours.

“Kevin was everything you would want a guide to be and more. He was informed, funny, passionate, organized and the 5 food vendors that he included on the tour truly reflected the tours stated purpose. All the food choices were delicious and reasonably priced. Three hours went by in a blink of an eye leaving me wanting more.”

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5.Cork Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 203 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend about three hours exploring Cork with a private guide, tasting cheese, seafood, sausage, pies, Irish coffee, chocolate, beer, and more. The route includes the Coal Quay area, St. Peter and Paul’s Church, and the English Market. Guides such as Kate, Amanda, Kerry, and Frances bring local food and Cork stories to life.

“Our host was wonderful and made the entire experience memorable. The pace and stops were perfect. Very interesting indeed.”

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6.Dublin Historical Centre Private Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $429

Explore central Dublin with a private guide such as Karen, stopping at cafés, bakeries, pubs, restaurants, and shops for eight Irish food tastings. You’ll make Irish coffee, try warm sausage rolls, local cheese, an oyster from County Clare, traditional stew, soda bread, beer, and artisanal ice cream. The tour ends near Grafton Street.

“Wonderful tour guide. He was so much fun and knew so much about the history of Dublin. A lot of delicious food samplings!”

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7.Delicious Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 137 reviews · from $91

Meet your English-speaking guide at the Spire and spend three hours tasting Dublin on both sides of the Liffey. Guides such as Sinéad, Lisa, Ross, Heather, and Ketty mix food with Irish history, visiting independent eateries around Temple Bar and the Creative Quarter. Expect generous tastings, moderate walking, and useful dining tips.

“Really had fun with Sinead. She was a great guide. I highly recommend this tour”

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8.Dublin Private Walking Food Tour With Locals with 10 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 130 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $243

Spend three hours eating and walking through central Dublin with a private local guide. You’ll sample 10 food and drink items, including Irish classics, cider, fudge, pub fare, and more, while passing Dublin Castle, Trinity College, and Christ Church Cathedral. Guides such as Ruairi, Mydie, and Carl tailor the route to dietary needs and interests.

“What a wonderful tour. We loved each stop. Ending at a pub was a great touch. By the end we couldn’t eat another bite. All were delicious! Our favorite tour this trip. Thanks Mydie!”

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9.Galway Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 70 reviews · from $131

Spend 2.5 hours walking Galway with an English-speaking local guide such as Flo, Emma, Sheena or Gina. The tour includes 10 food and drink tastings, from oysters, crab and artisan bread to chocolate, whiskey and restaurant dishes. It begins outside McCambridge’s on Shop Street and returns there.

“knowledgeable guide, understood the parking challenges due to race week and was able to be flexible. There was an array of items to try including coffee, chocolates, raspberry croissant, cheeses, meats, local sushi, 3 spirit tastings, a fancy dish at a former Michelin star restaurant, a lovely cocktail, and some huge portions from the last Green Michelin star restaurant, Kai. A nice walk, make sure you are very hungry!”

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10.Premium Whiskey and Food Tasting in Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Meet your guide in central Dublin for five hand-picked Irish whiskey tastings across two historic pubs. Learn how styles differ, then pair the pours with farmhouse cheese, crackers, fruit, and handmade chocolates. Guides such as Andrew and Rachel keep the 1-hour-45-minute experience friendly, focused, and easy to follow.

“Our guide Rachael was lovely, very personable and kept a nice casual atmosphere. The cheese, chocolates, crackers and grapes she served were great with the different whiskeys she selected. Although it poured rain on the short walk between bars, we had a great time.”

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11.Tour & Taste Galway Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $114

Join local guide Gerry for a three-hour walk through Galway, pairing city sights with a full meal served across four venues. You’ll visit the Spanish Arch, Galway’s Westend, the market, Kirwan’s Lane, and an Irish pub, with seafood chowder, a main course, ice cream, and Irish coffee among the possible treats. Come hungry.

“We have done lots of food tours in cities around the world. I always do my research as they are not cheap and if they’re not great can ruin impressions of a city. That said I took a bit of a chance with there being varying opinions on this tour. I will say I am so glad I did. We had an amazing time with Gerry. The weather was warm and sunny and our group was a mixture of people from different parts of the world. We had our 6 year old with us but didn’t book him on the tour as he is picky and if we found something…”

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12.2-Hour Premium Whiskey and Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 54 reviews · from $62

Spend two hours with an English-speaking whiskey guide at Lincolns Inn and the Palace Bar. Taste five handpicked Irish whiskeys with farmhouse cheeses, soda bread, and handmade chocolates. Guides such as Andrew and Tiernan bring clear explanations, Irish history, and plenty of humor to this small-group introduction to Dublin whiskey.

“Andrew is personable and knowledgeable and funny. The whiskey was delicious and this was the perfect activity to start our Dublin visit with. Highly recommend it.”

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13.Deluxe Whiskey and Food Tasting in Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $97

Meet guides such as Andrew, John, Tiernan, or Andrew’s team at Lincoln’s Inn for Irish whiskey and food pairings. Walk through Dublin’s Georgian district to the Palace Bar, where two more premium whiskeys await upstairs. The 1-hour-45-minute evening tour suits curious drinkers and whiskey beginners alike.

“Our host, Tiernan was terrific. He was so knowledgeable and had some amazing stories about the history of whiskey making in Ireland. The cheese and chocolates were so nice to pair with the different types of whiskey that we tasted!”

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14.NO DIET CLUB – Best Food Tour in Dublin !

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $67

Meet at The Fumbally in Dublin 8 for a three-hour food walk capped at eight people. Guides such as Anouk, Ambre, Elise, Olivia, and Laetitia lead you to local stops serving toasties, pizza, cheese, smash burgers, fish balls, mushroom dishes, and ice cream. Food is included, alcohol is extra.

“Very nice places and very good discoveries ! Olivia was a lovely guide and showed us very nice places !”

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15.Fab Food Tasting Trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10 reviews · from $85

Meet your English-speaking guide at The English Market for a 2.5-hour food walk through central Cork. You’ll visit at least six venues, sample Irish food, meet artisan producers, and learn about Cork’s food culture, pubs, and architecture. Vegetarian tastings are possible with advance notice. Drinks may cost extra.

“William was an excellent guide ! Funny, polite and with a lot of explanation”

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