Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours
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Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

By Secret Food Tours Montreal
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Ages 0-99, max of 12 per group
Duration: 3–4 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Italian Coffee (Montreal Tour)
  • White Chocolate and Vanilla Brioche Pastry (Montreal Tour)
  • Poutine With Smoked or Without Smoked Meat (Montreal Tour)
  • Montreal-Style Bagel(Montreal Tour)
  • Street gnocchi(Montreal Tour)
  • Hand-Piped Cannoli(Montreal Tour)
  • Focaccia Sandwich (Jean-Talon Market Tour)
  • Seasonal Local Produce (Jean-Talon Market Tour)
  • Artisanal Sausage (Jean-Talon Market Tour)
  • Maple Syrup Tart (Jean-Talon Market Tour)
  • Arancini (Jean-Talon Market Tour)
  • Pizza al Taglio (Jean-Talon Market Tour)
  • Handmade Gelato or Sorbet (Jean-Talon Market Tour)
  • Cold-Pressed Apple Juice (Jean-Talon Market Tour)
  • Our Delicious Secret Dish! (Montreal & Jean-Talon Market Tour)
What's not included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple meeting point options.
  • Option 1
    5170 Boul. Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC H2T 1R8, Canada
    MONTREAL OPTION We'll meet at 5170 Boul. Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC H2T 1R8, Canada.
  • Option 2
    Jean Talon Market, 7070 Av. Henri-Julien, Montréal, QC H2S 3A3, Canada
    JEAN - TALON MARKET & LITTLE ITALY OPTION We'll meet In front of the Jean-Talon Market - 7070 Henri Julien Ave, Montreal, Quebec H2S 3S3, Canada.
End:
  • Option 1
    Caffé Grazie-Mille Fairmount, 58 Av. Fairmount O, Montréal, QC H2T 2M2, Canada
    MONTREAL OPTION The Tour Will End in front of Caffé Grazie-Mille.
  • Option 2
    Poutineville Park, 5145 Park Ave, Montreal, QC H2V 4G3, Canada
    MONTREAL OPTION The Evening Tour Will end in Poutine ville.
  • Option 3
    Park of Little Italy, 6634 Rue Clark, Montréal, QC H2S 3C6, Canada
    Our tour will end near to Parc de la Petite-Italie - 6634 Clark St, Montreal, Quebec H2S 3C6, Canada.

  • 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: 7812P34

  • Most travelers can participate
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • *Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled 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 travelers

  • 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: 7812P34

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  • Secret Food Tours Montreal
    1,478
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
    Joined in October 2008
  • Resort01175461112
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing food and history!
    Eric was incredibly accommodating, and reached out in advance of the tour. His flexibility and communication helped us through travel/flight delays and make the most of our tour! His knowledge of local history and fun facts about Montreal and Quebec was top notch. Highly recommend!
    Written February 7, 2025
  • E7033AQericc
    0 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not a local company, NOT Montrealers ...
    Sadly we found out quickly this is not a local tour company and they do not work with local and licensed guides.. Guide was very nice but the experience lacked because you could tell there was no connection with the city. This is the Walmart of tour companies. We went local last time we had family visiting and wish we knew this before we payed for this....
    Written February 5, 2025
  • lebahatip
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great secret tour!
    Alejandra was wonderful. She was personable and informative. We forgot how cold it was! Food was good too. She provided great background info.
    Written February 2, 2025
  • Travel03043336763
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great tour!
    Great tour! Eric, our tour guide was so friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to make our tour as enjoyable as possible. We visited a lot of places and had an opportunity to buy extras at all thr little markets along the way.
    Written January 31, 2025
  • bodiec2025
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Walking food tour was awesome!
    It was awesome to be see all the unique food spots. The tour was easy going and laid back. Eric was the best and food was awesome!
    Written January 4, 2025
  • 915malias
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Best walking food tour in Montreal!
    Eric was phenomenal! We visited Montreal and had 6 different types of food in the Mile End area. We enjoyed the casual conversation and fun atmosphere. We enjoyed the authentic tasting and historical information provided. Loved learning about French culture. We highly recommend a private tour for any group visiting Montreal. Bundle up and enjoy the comfort foods!
    Written January 3, 2025
  • jwinquist
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Food tour delight
    My friends and I did a private 6 stop food tour in the mile end area with Eric. The warm comfort foods paired well with the freezing environment. The well indicated tour guide (Eric) was very innovative and had an array of amazing food choices all while learning the history of Canada. We loved learning the French and English culture. I’d highly recommend a private tour for any group visiting Montreal.
    Written January 3, 2025
  • H5374HZevanb
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth every penny
    Absolutely amazing tour, wonderful group, and food. Eric was an incredible tour guide both in history and for the experience whims the food. Thank you again for the entire tour.
    Written January 3, 2025
  • jayz30571
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Highly Recommended
    Excellent tour! Eric was a wonderful host. Great local food spots. Great way to get to know the area. The wife and I really enjoyed it. Thank you.
    Written January 2, 2025
  • 706marybethr
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Eric paced it perfectly for the variety of ages
    Eric‘s knowledge of history was phenomenal. The food was fabulous and the company. He was very careful to ask about food allergies food preferences, likes and disliked
    Written December 31, 2024
  • F2452TZbridgetd
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great experience!
    Eric was great, the food was great, and the historical tidbits were amazing. We’d definitely do it again and really appreciate the hospitality.
    Written December 27, 2024
  • D9426IQwilliamw
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Highly Recommended Tour
    Had a great time, plenty of food, super authentic foods, local areas, and great information about Canada. Eric was great!
    Written December 27, 2024
  • Curious775608
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Christmas Eve to remember !!!
    This was an amazing experience with my 3 daughters and Eric simply made this day truly memorable. The food tour is such a wonderful way to explore a new city- Eric really was so easy to speak with and we felt very special throughout our day- Having 2 teenagers to engage can be difficult and he really hit it out of the park- His knowledge of Montréal was beyond what I expected but he also is worldly knowledgable and made this day truly amazing !! A Christmas Eve to remember for sure !
    Written December 24, 2024
  • tristanm217
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great tour!
    Eric was great and took us around and gave us some history along with great food! I would totally recommend to anyone visiting Montreal
    Written December 22, 2024
  • Lin_Sg
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Montreal food tour with Eric
    Had a lovely food tour with Eric. He was very informative and shared the history of poutine, the independence of Canada, and fun facts about Montreal. Gave us some time to shop at a cheese shop, an Italian grocery store and bakery we walked past. Best items of the food tour for me were the poutine and arancini for me. The Italian pizza and donuts to round up the meal were fab as well!
    Written December 20, 2024
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Sara C
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We had a great time on this tour. We were a group of five (two adults and three children ages 10, 12, and 12). Alejandra was a great guide, very informative and made every effort to accommodation dietary needs and preferences. The walking was very doable for our family, and we appreciated getting introduced to many different restaurants. Having been on tours like this previously, I was surprised at the large portion sizes on this tour as well. The variety of foods was great, and each family member had a different favorite stop, which I think speaks highly for the quality and variety of stops. Alejandra went above and beyond and gave us bonus bagels to take back to our AirBNB, which was a great brekkie this AM.

A few pro tips:
1. In the comments section when you book, enter any dietary restrictions, allergies, etc. We had vegetarians in our group, and we didn’t realize to do this in advance. Fortunately, our guide, Alejandra, was able to accommodate us, but it would’ve been easier to let the tour know in advance.
2. If staying at an AirBNB or apartment-hotel, bring a bag for leftovers. There is no way you will eat everything, and some things were so good you’ll want to revisit later.
3. If you have kids, this is a good tour for you. Alejandra was able to accommodate the palates of the kids, including options for more plain/simple fare when needed, such as an option for plain fries/ketchup instead of poutine. The other foods are generally very accessible to kids.
4. Bring Canadian currency cash with you. If you’re getting souvenirs or takeout during/after the tour, many of the stops are cash only.
Written June 22, 2024
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Voyager298895
16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
My husband and I spent three days in the beautiful city of Montreal and were lucky enough to book the Montreal Walking Food Tour with Secret Food Tours. Our guide, Eric, was a Montreal native, who I believe grew up near where we took our tour.

The restaurants they selected for the tour were fantastic and we left feeling lucky to get to know this eclectic little part of town with our fill of Montreal-style bagels (I'll die on this hill: they are better than NY bagels), gnocchi, cannolis, and of course, poutine. There were some fun surprises along the way and we left feeling comfortably full.

Credit to Eric, he genuinely seemed to elicit feedback at the end as to the portion sizes and our feelings on the foods and stops we made. He added a bit of personal history throughout the walk and made it feel like we were chatting with an old friend.

I would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to do something in a less-noticed gem of a neighborhood in the city.
Written January 12, 2024
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We're glad to have had you with us! Our team takes pride in crafting experiences that not only showcase the culinary delights of Mile End, but also ensure our guests have a great time. Eric's dedication to providing a top-notch tour is truly a testament to our commitment to excellence. We're grateful for your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again on our tours!
Written January 15, 2024
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Mikhail G
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Couples
We had a fantastic time walking around the streets of Montreal with Donna-Lynn! Not only did we get to try some foods that blew our minds, but Donna-Lynn also taught us more about the history and culture of the neighborhood that we walked through. As an added bonus, the tour group was very friendly and fun companions with whom we could explore the city. Overall, highly recommend to anyone looking to experience Montreal's unique food and culture under the guidance of a local :)
Written August 26, 2024
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Thanks for rating us 5 stars! We're glad you enjoyed our walking food tour in Mile End. We hope you'll join us again!
Written August 28, 2024
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Traveling3801
1 contribution
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Friends
I'm sorry to report that this was one of the more mediocre food tours that I've taken. Our guide, Bea, was extremely enthusiastic and friendly, and started off strong, asking everyone questions so we'd get to know each other.

But the rest of the tour was just ok, and was a big disappointment to many of us on the tour. We did visit a number of shops and restaurants to try a variety of food, and Bea did explain a little of what made that food or spot unique. But she did not seem to have a very deep knowledge of the food we were trying or food in Montreal or Canada generally. For instance, two of the foods we sampled were gnocci and cannelloni, but there was no explanation of why these Italian foods are unique to Montreal or why they're included in the food tour.

I was equally disappointed that our guide did not provide much information during the tour about the city of Montreal or the neighborhood or other things that tourists would want to hear. Most food tours that I've been on serve as a great introduction to the city and the people, and that's what I love about them. This tour provided very, very little of that. Fortunately, there were a number of Canadians (and two people from Montreal) on our tour, so we were able to ask them a bunch of questions and they served as our de facto guides introducing the city to us. I'd recommend that Bea take some other tours of the city to learn what tourists want to hear about and what she could talk about during the (several hours) of the tour when we're not actively eating or talking about food. Instead, she seemed content to just chat with the attendees, and I didn't feel like she had much information to impart - and certainly nothing organized. It's a shame, because she's a very nice person and eager to be friendly.
Written October 18, 2023
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We appreciate your detailed feedback on your recent Secret Food Tour in Montreal. We'd like to begin by expressing our gratitude for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We're delighted to hear that you found our guide, Bea, to be extremely enthusiastic and friendly. We take pride in selecting guides who can create a warm and inviting atmosphere for our guests. However, it is with a heavy heart that we acknowledge your disappointment with certain aspects of the tour. We understand your concern about the depth of knowledge regarding our selections and their unique ties to Montreal. Bea usually receives positive comments for her engagement and narratives during the tour - sharing relevant history and details about the dishes and the neighborhood. I'm saddened that it was a different experience for you. We’ll work closely with her to address this. We hold our guides to high standards, and we want nothing but the best experiences and interactions for our guests. Once again, thank you for sharing your thoughts. We remain committed to delivering exceptional experiences. If you’d like to discuss this further, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@secrettours.com.
Written October 19, 2023
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Jill N
Minneapolis, MN15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 • Friends
Three friends visiting Montreal for the first time. We enjoy food tours in different cities we have visited and this was no exception. DonnaLyn was our guide and she was very informative with facts about the city as well as the restaurants we visited. It was a good taste of local fare and we were definitely full when we finished the tour! She went the extra mile in ensuring everyone was comfortable and even put two of the group in a taxi to make sure they got where they were going after the tour. She also messaged us after the tour with restaurant and shopping ideas for the rest of our trip. Thank you DonnaLyn!
Written September 12, 2024
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Janina
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We experienced a delicious, cheerful and nice food tour. Our guide was Alejandra with J;) She was great. The food was delicious and there were unexpectedly large portions (we expected very small tasting bites). We do not recommend breakfast beforehand and for the thirsty to take a small bottle of water. There was a small bottle of water, but it was not enough for us (but possibly it was also due to sunny weather). But that doesn't change the really great and recommendable experience. We'll be back!
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Written September 18, 2024
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Thank you for your review! Our commitment to providing an exceptional experience is unwavering, and your input helps us refine and elevate our tours. We're grateful for your kind words and look forward to welcoming you on another gastronomic adventure!
Written September 18, 2024
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pubreviewer
Leigh-on Sea, UK25 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Couples
We went on the tour which was led by Raphaelle on 7 November. It was a really interesting and fun afternoon, with Raph proving to be an excellent guide with great local knowledge. She shared some good stories and facts and definitely has created a wonderful rapport with many local cafes and other food outlets. We would recommend this tour to anyone with a spare afternoon, and she takes you to places you wouldn't necessarily find on your own. Top tour!
Written November 13, 2023
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Thank you for sharing your feedback, pubreviewer! Raphaelle's dedication to providing excellent food tours in Mile End, backed by her extensive local knowledge, is truly commendable. Your recommendation means a lot as we strive to take our guests to places that might go unnoticed otherwise. We're glad you found our tour to be a top-notch experience and we look forward to hosting you again!
Written November 14, 2023
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Vacation628397
9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Family
Our food tour was delicious and Katrine, our tour guide was a delight! From the fresh out of the oven Montreal bagels to the Montreal style poutine there was something for everyone and no one left hungry! We appreciated Katrine's commentaries about the area and its history; she couldn't have been more informative or engaging. We particularly enjoyed our last stop where we had an opportunity to relax and get to know the other tour members. All in all it was a wonderful way to spend a sunny afternoon in Montreal and we would recommend it highly.
Written May 31, 2023
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Thank you for your glowing review! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your food tour with us and that our knowledgeable guide Katrine was able to provide you with interesting commentaries about the area and its history. We're delighted to hear that you loved the fresh out of the oven Montreal bagels, the iconic Montreal style poutine, and that you left feeling satisfied. It's great to know that you found our last stop enjoyable and that you were able to connect with the other members of the tour. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on another food tour soon!
Written June 1, 2023
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Daniel S
Plattsburgh, NY2 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
The poutine was good and the Italian rice balls and pizza were great. The beginning in the market was loud and chaotic making it a bit stressful. The guide did an ok job of keeping the group together despite 9 elderly people with canes and a young couple of fold making for a diverse fitness range.Better gathering of the group at intersections in the market and better broadcasting of tour facts with a well gathered group could have been achieved. Overall the food was a good sample of Montréal, but not the most exciting sampling.
Written October 29, 2024
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts on our Montreal Walking Food Tour. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed our selections along the way, and that they showcased a taste of Montreal’s diverse food scene. The vibrant atmosphere can indeed get lively, which is often part of the bustling charm, but we understand how it may be challenging for some groups. Our guides are trained to keep guests engaged and ensure everyone moves together comfortably, even with a wide range of fitness abilities, as you described. We'll review your suggestions to further improve how we gather the group at key spots and communicate each stop’s highlights, especially in busier settings. Our Montreal tour is crafted to offer a taste of the city’s beloved culinary staples and hidden gems, and these selections often receive positive feedback for their unique flavors. We’re pleased the food reflected Montreal’s spirit, even if the excitement level fell a bit short of expectations. Your insights help us refine our approach, and we hope to make your next experience with us even more memorable. Thank you again for joining us in Montreal!
Written October 29, 2024
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dirty m
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 • Friends
Had a wonderful tour with my buddies. Eric, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and personable — really, a dude I’d want to go out and get a beer with. One of my greatest fears when traveling is hitting mostly tourist-y spots, waiting an hour in line, and overpaying for a derivative experience emulating the local delicacies, but our guide truly knew his stuff; highlighting local, hard-working mom-and-pop shops where the locals really chose to dine, all giving some great fun facts about the city and the stories of all of the restaurants. Not only was the tour a lot of fun but the food was spectacular. Overall one of my favorite tours I’ve been to in any city, and quite the highlight to my trip.
Written September 1, 2024
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