Private Istanbul Tour
Istanbul Food Tour
Eat your way across the city, guided by someone who truly knows where to go.
Istanbul is one of the world's great food cities — and the best of it is rarely on the main tourist drag. On this private food tour your guide leads you to the bakeries, market stalls, family lokantas and sweet shops they return to themselves, telling the stories behind each dish as you taste your way through the city.
It is relaxed, generous and completely yours: we follow your appetite and your curiosity, crossing from Europe to Asia if you wish, and never herd you through a fixed checklist.
What You'll Experience
Highlights
Turkish Breakfast
The legendary spread — cheeses, olives, honey, eggs and endless tea — the right way to begin.
Street Classics
Simit, balik ekmek, gozleme and kokorec, tasted where the locals actually queue.
Hidden Lokantas
Family-run kitchens serving slow-cooked home dishes you would never find alone.
Markets & Spices
Bustling bazaars of dried fruit, peppers, cheeses and spice — with plenty to sample.
Kebab Done Right
Beyond the tourist grills to the masters who have perfected a single dish for decades.
Sweet Finale
Baklava, kunefe and Turkish delight, paired with proper Turkish coffee.
Included
What's Included
- Fully private food tour for your group only
- Licensed, English-speaking local guide and food host
- All tastings along the route (come hungry)
- Both European and Asian-side options on request
- Vegetarian and other dietary needs happily accommodated
- Transparent pricing agreed in advance — no hidden costs
Good to Know
Frequently Asked
How much food is included?
Plenty — the tastings across the route add up to a full meal. Arrive hungry and pace yourself; your guide will make sure you finish satisfied.
Can you cater to vegetarians or allergies?
Yes. Turkish cuisine is wonderfully vegetable-forward, and we tailor every stop to vegetarian, vegan or allergy needs — just tell us in advance.
Is it on the European or Asian side?
Either, or both. The Asian side (Kadikoy) is a local favourite for food; we will design the route around where you are staying and what you want to taste.
Is alcohol included?
The tour focuses on food. We can include a raki or local wine pairing on request, added clearly to your quote.
Begin the Journey
Plan Your Istanbul Food Tour
Send us your dates and what you would love to see — we will reply with a tailored itinerary and a clear, all-in quote.