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Secret Food Tours Philadelphia w/ Private Tour Option
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Secret Food Tours Philadelphia w/ Private Tour Option

By Secret Food Tours Philadelphia
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On our Secret Food Tour: Philadelphia, you'll be led through the busy streets of Philly for a mouth-watering three-hour urban gastronomy tour in the central and historic areas of the 'City of Brotherly Love'. You'll get to try an innovative twist on the soft pretzel, the pretzel Philly cheesesteak made with ingredients sourced from vendors in the Reading Terminal Market. We'll also try an amazing Malaysian dish in Chinatown. You will travel to the heart of the Emerald Isle too; plus there will be two sweet treats, one will be a life changing Pennsylvania Dutch plus the Secret Dish, which will only be revealed on the tour.
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Ages 0-75, max of 12 per group
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Hot Apple Dumpling
  • Malaysian Nasi Lemak
  • Irish Pie
  • Pretzel Cheesesteak
  • Our delicious Secret Dish
  • water
What's not included
  • Transportation
  • Gratuities


Start:
  • Reading Terminal Market, 1136 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
    The meeting spot is across the street from Reading Terminal Market, on 12th Street & Arch St. Our guide will be waiting outside of Panera Bread restaurant, with an orange umbrella and a big smile!
End:
  • Old City, Philadelphia, PA, USA
    Philadelphia tour ends in the middle of Old City on Market St, just a block away from the Liberty Bell.

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7812P93

  • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • We strongly advise wearing comfortable walking shoes to all of our guests. Our tour runs a little over 3 hours.
  • Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email us.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7812P93

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Itinerary
  • 1136 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
    The meeting spot is across the street from Reading Terminal Market, on 12th Street & Arch St. Our guide will be waiting outside of Panera Bread restaurant, with an orange umbrella and a big smile!
  • Pass by
    Chinatown Friendship Gate
    Independence National Historical Park
    Liberty Bell Center
  • Old City, Philadelphia, PA, USA
    Philadelphia tour ends in the middle of Old City on Market St, just a block away from the Liberty Bell.
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  • Secret Food Tours Philadelphia
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    Joined in October 2008
  • WilliamA859
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A fun time!
    Dominic was engaging and knowledgable. Trivia was fun, and the food was yummy! A great way to spend the afternoon with family
    Written 29 December 2023
  • cthemome
    0 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Food & history
    Our tour guide Dom was very personable, friendly & knowledgeable. We enjoyed trying new foods & some we’ve had before but in a new way.
    Written 27 December 2023
  • sabrinayushinski
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Food, Great Guide
    It was a great experience. The food was delicious and we got to go to places that we may not have tried otherwise. Our tour guide Sean was super personable and he was really knowledgeable about Philly. It was like a friend showing us their favorite food spots.
    Written 1 April 2023
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Jennifer F
Loganville, GA4 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Couples
Overall, this was a positive experience. Dom was an engaging tour guide who provided knowledge on a variety of topics. The stops during the tour provided a good sampling of the various cuisines in Philly, which is a great city for any foodie! Also, the serving sizes seemed more plentiful than what I've had on other food tours, but I didn't end the tour feeling overly full. It was a nice balance.

I am giving this tour an average score because of the fact that guide, while amiable and energetic, doesn't have the same breadth of knowledge of food, local restaurants, and history that I've experienced with other tours in other cities (and this includes other Secret Food Tours). When asked for a restaurant recommendation for a particular cuisine, he suggested a nationwide chain rather than a local business.

My biggest gripe, though, and what really put a damper on the overall experience is that the "upgraded drink package" is simply a rip off. You would save money by ordering drinks on your own at establishments who provide them.
Written 15 April 2024
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We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts, Jennifer. We’re glad you had an overall positive time with us, and your comments are invaluable as we continually enhance our guests' experiences. From the reviews and feedback we received, we can say that our guides are usually upbeat and excited in sharing interesting details about this beautiful city while moving from venue to venue. We want nothing but the best experiences and interactions for our guests, so we’re disappointed to know that your assigned guide, Dominique, delivered a less than satisfactory journey for you. We'll work with him to make future experiences even more engaging and fun. This would surely be beneficial as our team looks to deliver the best food tours at every instance. We also understand your concern about our drinks upgrade, and appreciate your honest inputs. Our drinks package upgrade is designed to complement the food tastings, rather than being the main feature. Along with it, you are provided a crafted sampling experience with insights shared throughout the pairing. We firmly believe these aspects contribute significantly to the overall value of our drink upgrade, as well as our tour. We greatly value your comments as they help us refine our offerings and ensure that each guest enjoys a fulfilling experience with us. We'd love to welcome you back on one of our tours, where we're confident you'll discover even more culinary delights and fascinating stories. If you’d like to discuss this further, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@secrettours.com.
Written 19 April 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Louis Z
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Family
Dominique was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. We learned so much about downtown Philly and its' different ethnic communities and history. The food was great and it was clear that he had worked hard in advance to establish good relationships with the local restaurants and shops.
Written 30 April 2024
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rlovelacejr
Moorestown, NJ1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Friends
Dom was a dope tour guide, plenty of laughs and insight! I went with my best friend and had a blast. Very knowledgeable about the city And definitely made sure there weren't any dead/slow moments during the tour. All of the places I went to were places I wouldn't have thought about going myself, but will definitely add to my list of places to go throughout the month. Secret Food Tours Philadelphia is definitely a great way to get out and see more of Center City whether on a date or with a group of friends/family.
Written 22 October 2023
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us, rlovelacejr! It's always our goal to ensure an engaging and memorable food tour for our guests and we're delighted that you enjoyed exploring Philadelphia's culinary secrets. We'll also be sure to share your compliments with Dom. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Written 23 October 2023
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Finn H
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
An amazing and fun tour, Dom gave a ton of awesome information, pointed out some cool landmarks, and we had some delicious food. He adapted to changes on the fly, and made sure that we were all engaged and excited for the tour. Overall an amazing experience!!
Written 14 October 2023
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Thank you for sharing your amazing experience on the tour with Dom! It's great to hear that he provided you with tons of awesome information, adapted to changes, and kept the group engaged and excited. We're delighted that you enjoyed the tour, landmarks, and delicious food. We hope to have you join us for more amazing experiences in the future!
Written 17 October 2023
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Denvervacationers
Denver, CO105 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dom was very personable and inquisitive which made our group get to know each other. We explored some cool areas and had some really yummy food. We really liked the Philly Cheesesteak Pretzel and the delicious Secret treat.
Written 21 October 2023
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Thanks for the review, Denvervacationers! Exploring the diverse culinary landscapes of Philadelphia is at the heart of our food tours. We're delighted that you enjoyed the experience. Should you find yourself in another city, remember that Secret Food Tours operates in 60+ cities worldwide - ready to host you again for another culinary adventure!
Written 23 October 2023
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Escape487201
Philadelphia, PA1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
I have lived here for over 30 years, but I learned some interesting historical factoids, and was turned on to some great little spots to eat that I never knew about! My mom and sister came also. We really enjoyed it. Joe was a lot of fun and a wonderful host. We were served just enough food to enjoy but not get too full! By the end of the day, though, we were stuffed!
Written 2 January 2020
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Thank you so much for joining us! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time with our guide, Joe during this tour. We're happy that you've learned some interesting facts about the City despite of living here for over 30 years. We hope to see you again, please come and visit us in our other Secret Food Tours - now in more than 50 cities worldwide!
Written 5 January 2020
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anitaghump
Greenville, SC26 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I love food tours in major cities and this one didn’t disappoint. We had such a knowledgeable guide, Dom, who was also a lot of fun. Philly is truly a foodie city and we were treated with a variety of cultures that make this place so special. Highly recommend this tour.
Written 15 September 2024
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Alana S
Boston, MA8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My sister and I had a tour given by Sean over the Easter weekend in April 2023. He was amazing and so was the tour. What an excellent way to tour Philly, with a knowledagble expert and trying delish, diverse food. Highly recommended!
Written 4 May 2023
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Thank you for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear that Sean made your tour in Philly over the Easter weekend so enjoyable, and that you found the experience of touring with a knowledgeable expert and trying diverse and delicious food highly recommended. We look forward to welcoming you back for more delightful experiences in the future!
Written 17 October 2023
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Sarah K
Phoenixville, PA217 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Couples
We went on a tour with Arielle. She was really enjoyable to spend time with and knowledgeable of the city. The food was amazing! We couldn't pick a favorite because the options were all different and so good. We have been on multiple tours with secret food tours in various countries and highly recommend them.
Written 23 October 2024
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Lindsay M
Denver, CO2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
We had a lovely time on the tour and loved stopping at a few places we never would have thought to check out. Tour guide Dom was super friendly and gave us tons of information about the city as we walked to each stop. Highly recommend!
Written 26 October 2024
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