Experience Food tours in the best of Istanbul with Withlocals
Mmm delicious, Istanbul is a foodies’ paradise! From the unique Turkish pizza to the best dürüms in town, and the unmissable raki. Enjoy one of our hand-picked private food tours with the local food expert of your choice.
Mmm delicious, Istanbul is a foodies’ paradise! From the unique Turkish pizza to the best dürüms in town, and the unmissable raki. Enjoy one of our hand-picked private food tours with the local food expert of your choice.
Always private. It's just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.
More you, less checklist
Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.
Travel that feels good
Our tours are designed with people, places, and the planet in mind.
Top 3 food tours in Istanbul
Make your stay in Istanbul complete with these things to do
1
Choose your favorite local
The 10 Tastings of Istanbul
1,366 reviews
3 hours | Food tours | Istanbul
Ready to taste the best food in Istanbul? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Istanbul.
Kadikoy Food Tour: Explore Different Tastes of Turkey
181 reviews
3 hours | Food tours | Istanbul
To fully experience Istanbul, you have to do it as a local! Step into the Asian side of the city, and see how the locals like to unwind, shop and have fun at some of the hippest neighborhoods in Istanbul. Join me on this private food walk & enjoy eating like a local for a day!
Ready to taste the best food in Istanbul? Join your foodie host for a food tour in Kadikoy and satisfy your cravings for local food, culture, and city highlights. Enjoy 10 delicious tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Istanbul.
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
Tailored to your wishes
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Chat before you book
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Travel that supports locals
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
Feel good about where your money goes
You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Trusted by millions
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Secure & flexible booking
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Private & Personal
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
Tailored to your wishes
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Chat before you book
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Travel that supports locals
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
Feel good about where your money goes
You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Trusted by millions
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Secure & flexible booking
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Private & personalized food tours in Istanbul with a local
When you visit a city like Istanbul, one of the best ways to really get to know it is through its food. A private food tour with a local guide is like having a friend show you all the best places to eat, the spots only locals know about.
Picture this: a local foodie taking you to the hidden gems of Istanbul, from the tastiest street food to cozy restaurants serving up the best traditional dishes. Whether you're into sampling street food, exploring local markets, or dining at off-the-beaten-path spots, your guide will create a tour that's all about enjoying the true flavors of Istanbul.
The best part? These food tours are just for you. No big crowds, no fixed menus – it's all about what you want to taste and experience. Whether you're snapping photos of colorful dishes, learning the stories behind the food, or simply savoring each bite, the tour moves at your pace.
And it's not just about the city. You can also take a day trip to nearby areas, where you can visit vineyards, farms, or coastal towns to enjoy fresh, local specialties. If you're new to Istanbul, start with a food tour that gives you a taste of everything – it's like a friendly introduction to the city's best bites, guided by someone who knows every delicious corner.
So, when you're in Istanbul, skip the touristy spots. Take a private food tour and discover the real flavors that make Istanbul special. Get ready to eat like a local and make your trip truly memorable!
"Emre was engaging and informative . Very educated and knowledgeable gentleman with firsthand knowledge of this amazing city.
He went over and above to make sure we had the best immersive experience with the local vendors.
We would highly recommend him to our friends 😀"
"The 10 Tastings Tour was an excellent introduction to Istanbul and Turkish food and drink specialities and excellent value for money - don’t eat anything before you go, there is so much to try! Gulce was the perfect guide - so friendly and knowledgeable - and answered all of our questions about food and so much more. She gave us recommendations on where to go during our stay, as well as what to avoid. We would thoroughly recommend her, whatever tour you are choosing. "
"The food tour with Muhammed has been the highlight of our trip. He was a fantastic guide and the places we visited were wonderful. We travel extensively and always eat local and the food was unique. We highly recommend to anyone interested in food "
"Absolutely Marvelous experience and memory for a lifetime. Sozum was very knowledgeable and professional while being entertaining, accommodating and friendly. I highly recommended her with all that can be allowed. "
"Ayfer was an excellent guide, who took us to some brilliant local businesses. It was great to learn about the history of the area and of the food we were trying - and it was all delicious! I would highly recommend."
"Our group of 4 thoroughly enjoyed our time with our delightful, passionate and knowledgeable guide, Emre. He took us on a unique food tour of Istanbul providing us with the opportunity to try foods we would never have known about in Turkey and also to some historic place. A chance to try Turkish dumplings, coffee made the traditional way and one of our favourites, tantuni!! He was able to adjust to our dietary preferences easily and allowed us to pace ourselves as we wished. Highly recommend and hope we can tour with him again!"
"My husband and I just finished a wonderful private tour with Gülce tasting the flavors of Istanbul. We started on the Asia side with open minds and palettes. Every stop was delicious and new for us. Gülce Was lovely to chat with and very knowledgeable about the foods and any other questions we had about the history of the city and other curiosities we had. We finished the tour taking the ferry back to the European side to be closer to our hotel and had the fish wrap we’d been hoping for and a wonderful baklava, coffee and ice cream to finish the afternoon. We never felt rushed and were very full and satisfied at the end. Would highly recommend booking a tour with Gülce to have a wonderful culinary experience around Istanbul!"
"From the moment we met Dilek we knew we were in good hands. Dilek put together a fabulous food tour for us and by the end of the day we felt like we were with a friend. A delightful warm friendly lady and the food was fantastic. We tasted lots of dishes that we would never have come across without her guidance. Highly recommend Dilek "
"Really great food tour for 4 of us with Gulce. We tried a whole load of things we wouldn’t even had known existed! If you’re debating booking, just do it. Gulce was a star. Thank you! "
Choose your favorite local
333 reviewsEnglish・Türkçe
75 reviewsEnglish・Türkçe
78 reviewsEnglish・Türkçe
120 reviewsEnglish
76 reviewsEnglish・Türkçe
93 reviewsEnglish・Türkçe
59 reviewsEnglish
17 reviewsEnglish・Türkçe
