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.
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The 10 Tastings of Istanbul
1,385 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
183 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!
"Ayse is incredible - so friendly and full of amazing insights / history and of course food to try. We loved our time with her - we had a three year old with us and Ayse went above and beyond to make sure he was entertained. Thank you Ayse for making our trip so special! "
"Dilek was very good. She was open to requests and very informative about both food and culture- We tried things on our tasting tour we never would have tried by ourselves and glad we did. "
"On a quick trip through Istanbul, we booked a food tour for six of us with Alp via Tours with Locals. He was fantastic. We had a wide range of food that was both distinct to the region and some of Alp's personal favorites. Our samples were generous--really more than we could eat--and included appetizers, main dishes, various drinks, and desserts. Alp shared historical context and cultural context for each dish. His English is excellent and he has a great sense of humor. One of our group was in a wheelchair, and he made some accommodations for that so that everything ran very smoothly. Definitely a 10/10 experience! If we go back, I would do another tour with him in a heartbeat."
"Had a terrific time with Alp. Meet-up was super easy (we Whatsapped with him to confirm details) and the experience itself was terrific.
Any topic you'd want to discuss -- history, music scene, food scene -- Alp has got you covered. Great to spend three hours getting to know a vast and ancient city through the eyes of a thoughtful local who loves living here.
Will be recommending him specifically to our friends who will venture here in the future! Don't be shy about reaching out with custom requests or specific things you'd like to try! "
"Muhammad was the tour guide extraordinaire with his mixture of local food knowledge and locations alongside sharing the history of Istanbul and the food tour district.
We ate delicious food from local vendors most visitors would walk past. Muhammad shred his knowledge of the food ingredients and how it was cooked. We
Always had plenty of time and food at each location plus he provided details of where else we might eat or shop later in our stay. We all highly recommend Muhammad and his food tour. "
"Ugur knew all of the local spots to eat. He was extremely welcoming and friendly and accommodating to our appetites and needs.
This is a must do tour if you like to eat delicious food"
"I really enjoyed the tour with Muhammed. We had been in Istanbul for several days so we were familiar with the traditional food. Muhammed took us to restaurants that are popular with the locals that we would have missed. The food was delicious and he designed the tour with a lot of variety. Thanks, Mohammed!!"
"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 😀"
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