Southern Comfort - Old Town Alexandria Food & History Tour
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Southern Comfort - Old Town Alexandria Food & History Tour
By Blue Fern Travel
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Ages 3-99, max of 8 per group
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English
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- Please advise if you are vegetarian, have allergies, or any dietary restrictions at check out.
- Professional guide
- Historical Content
What's not included- Gratuities
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- 107 N Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USADolci Gelati 107 N Fairfax St. Alexandria, VA 22314 Please go inside the restaurant and tell the host you are there for your food tour.
End:- Pop's Old Fashion Ice Cream Co, 109 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- 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: 14782P6- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
- Please note: Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
- Proof of vaccination and government ID may be required. Please check city requirements if you have questions.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 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: 14782P6
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- 107 N Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USADolci Gelati 107 N Fairfax St. Alexandria, VA 22314 Please go inside the restaurant and tell the host you are there for your food tour.
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- 109 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
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- Abir A0 contributionsGreat experienceExcellent guide and was so sweet Very knowledgeable about the history of the town , the food was picked, delicious and well presented Highly recommendedWritten November 25, 2024
- Aha4440 contributionsGreat food, great history, knowledgeable, funny, and entertaining host!Jim was amazing. Very knowledgeable we learned a days worth of knowledge in just a couple of hours and the food was excellent. We are going to go back to these places on our own as every single one of them was worth without a doubt the extra trip!Written November 9, 2024
- brookes9930 contributionsInteresting History and Info of U Street NeighborhoodWe ate some yummy food and learned some unique history of DC that isn’t as commonly known. We have done food tours in many cities across the US, Canada, and Europe, and this was probably our least favorite experience we have had - there was nothing bad, but we feel we have gotten more food options from other tours. It also didn’t feel as organized as other tours we have been on. We got chili cheese dogs at Ben’s chili bowl and a bag of ruffles chips. Then we next stopped over an hour later at an Ethiopian restaurant, which was delicious but maybe an awkward choice for a food tour, since we eat the injera with our hands and there was one serving for our group to share. A bit strange for everyone’s fingers to be on the food that we are all eating! Then we finished with a delicious pastry dessert and then went next door for some Indian ice cream. We are glad we did the tour, as we did learn some new info and got to explore an area of DC that isn’t part of the main tourist areas of the city. Our just, Vanessa, was very knowledgeable and friendly.Written November 3, 2024
- Lisa T0 contributionsGreat foodOur tour guide was enthusiastic and informative!!! We learned some history and ate lots of great food. My only slight change I would make is slightly less quantity and maybe one more stop. Otherwise loved everything.Written September 28, 2024
- genec9580 contributionsFun Time!Soneka with Blue Fern Travel was great!!! Excellent food and delightful history and esoterica of Georgetown. I highly recommend this tourWritten September 16, 2024
- ericamR4347DN0 contributionsFood Tour Experience in GeorgetownVery good tour, informational with great food. Loved walking in between stops since lots of food. Bob very knowledgeable and funny. Highly recommend… lasted 3 hours. Good mix of history without being boring.Written September 16, 2024
- hannahlar6230 contributionsAwesome tourI really enjoyed this tour. Soneka - our guide was amazing! She was very knowledgeable and just gave the right amount of information! Food was amazing! I had to save the falafel sandwich for my husband who did not join the tour. He claimed that it wss the best falafel sandwich he has ever had. My favorite was the soup and tart combination. The kids libed the pizza and creme brulee!!!Written August 25, 2024
- state115680 contributionsGo hungry!The food and tour guide were GREAT! There was plenty of food and great information about the area. Although it was unbearably hot, the guide made sure to keep us hydrated and kept us in the shade. Even went out of his way to make the walk to one of the restaurants (take out) himself and let us wait down the street at a shady table). Would recommend!!Written July 15, 2024
- EmilyTHatfield0 contributionsWonderful food and wonderful tour!We enjoyed our day and our food stops. The tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The food was local favorites and the history of the city was helpful.Written June 8, 2024
- U7217GUtarar0 contributionsA great way to experience DC!As a DC local, I wholeheartedly recommend this guided food tour! It offers a fascinating insight into the rich history and transformation of U St, helping you understand its vibrant character today. The tour includes stops at four diverse restaurants, showcasing American, Ethiopian, Cuban cuisines, and ending with a delightful dessert. Our guide, Vanesa, was incredibly knowledgeable and approachable, eagerly answering questions and engaging with everyone. The walking route is mostly flat and covers just a few blocks, making it accessible for all ages. It truly offers a delightful experience with something for everyone to enjoy!Written April 20, 2024
- A4936WIwendyn0 contributionsFun intro to Georgetown and its food sceneOur guide touched on both the history of Georgetown (evolution of its demographics and architecture, notable figures) and the background of the one cafe and three restaurants we visited. Food portions were generous. Pacing was good. Our guide was affable. As far as I can tell, this isn't a tour for history buffs, but it's a great introduction to Georgetown. Ultimately, it was also a feel-good activity as BlueFern donates a few meals for each guest ticket sold. Afterward, we were ready to enter serious food-comas (sleep helps solidify all the history we learned, right?).Written April 17, 2024
- debbiedO2733EF0 contributionsWhat a great food tourSuch a great tour. We ate at 4 different unique restaurants and had a comprehensive tour of the U street area! Sanika and Vanesa were amazing tour guides. Super informative and fun.Written March 31, 2024
- R6849WJalim0 contributionsFun Food TourWanted to do something fun with my college aged foodie daughter home from school over spring break. We both thoroughly enjoyed our food tour! Interesting facts about the history of Georgetown and most importantly delicious food. Love that they have partnered with restaurants that provide meals to those in need.Written March 23, 2024
- hi6396230 contributionsSo much history!I felt that the amount of walking was just right, and everyone was happy with the amount of food. Would have loved to learn more about the food itself. The cost of this tour is a bit high but the company is ethical and approaching things the right way so we're happy to support them.Written February 26, 2024
- B9343PJkellyb0 contributionsDelicious Way to explore the CityPleasantly full is how I feel having just spent the afternoon in the U Street corridor with Jim. A food tour is never just about the food, and wow does this tour deliver. Get ready for a dive into the complex and beautiful story about U Street/ Black Broadway, the complex cycle of urban flight and regentrification, and the efforts of African American soldiers in the civil war. You will emerge knowing more about the city than you entered, and will have munched your way through it all. Arrive with an empty stomach, the first two stops serve full portions (and you will not finish the food at stop two…you just can’t). Starting a Ben’s Chili bowl, then traversing from its Trinidadian roots to Ethiopian cuisine is a culinary adventure. Also, any food tour that begins by giving you a full bottle of water warms my heart right away, and that will get you through stops 1 and 2, with a glass of water meeting you at stop 3 where you journey will evolve from savory to sweet. You’ll leave with a new friend (seriously, he told us to save his number and let him know how our food adventures go from here) and a list of Jim’s favorite DC area restaurants. We will definitely be looking for him on his Georgetown tour in the future.Written January 14, 2024
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Rena_wilson7333
Pennsylvania5 contributions
Jenn was great. Her background in history and archeology came thru in her sharing the history of the area, buildings and restaurant stops. Food variety was great! My 13 year old loved it and asked for a similar experience on our next vacation.
Written June 10, 2023
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Jenn as your guide! We're thrilled to hear that her background in history and archeology shone through during the tour, enriching your understanding of the area, buildings, and restaurant stops. It's fantastic that the food variety was to your liking and that your 13-year-old enjoyed it as well. We're honored that they asked for a similar experience on your next vacation, and we would be delighted to provide more memorable tours for you and your family in the future.
Written June 12, 2023
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Melissaf7374
Lusby, MD5 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
We have been to Alexandria before but we have never done a tour. We couldn’t believe all of the hidden gems we learned about on this tour. We were able to see Alexandria in a completely different way! We had an amazing time with our guide, Katie! Everything about this tour was well planned and timed just right. We didn’t feel rushed or hurried between stops. We loved that we were able to eat outside at carefully chosen places with historical significance. The tastings were delicious and we learned many interesting tid bits of history about Alexandria as we went from stop to stop. Can’t wait to try the U Street tour!
Written November 16, 2020
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Thank you for joining us and for taking the time to share your experience. We really appreciate it! So glad that you enjoyed your tour with Katie. It's our mission to connect the stories of the tasting to the neighborhood so I'm glad it sounds like we accomplished that goal. We'll look forward to seeing you again on U St!
Written November 19, 2020
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srocha
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Feb 2020
We had a fantastic time on this food tour, not only did we have delicious food (biscuits and gravy, chicken and waffles.. the rest is a surprise) but we also learned a lot about Old Town's history. Our guide/ founder Mary was personable and had a lot of interesting knowledge about the area. Our group really loved the experience and we fell in love with the town! Highly recommend the tour.
Written February 22, 2020
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I had a great time with you on tour! Old Town Alexandria is such a charming place - we love being able to share the history through food. Thanks for joining me!
Cheers,
Mary
Written March 4, 2020
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Renee I
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Feb 2020
Mary was delightful! We thoroughly enjoyed walking around Old Town Alexandria and experiencing the food scene along with some interesting history. It's a great way to experience Alexandria from a different perspective. We've already scheduled a U Street food for later this week. Thanks Carpe Diem!
Written February 16, 2020
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Thank you for joining me on tour! We just love Alexandria and it's always a pleasure to share the history through food. I hope you enjoyed your tour of U St just as much!
Cheers,
Mary
Written March 4, 2020
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Travel_Planner
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May 2024 • Couples
We had good food and a great tour with interesting history and engaging stories! Our tour guide was clearly very knowledgeable!
Written May 28, 2024
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Thank you for the review! We are glad you enjoyed the history and stories of Old Town and our guide!
Written June 6, 2024
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Mike
Gainesville, VA6 contributions
Jen was very good, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. She explained not only the history of the area but also of the food we were eating.
Written July 2, 2023
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Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Jen was excellent, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic during your tour. It's great to know that she not only shared the area's history but also provided insights into the food you were enjoying. We appreciate your kind words and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another delightful experience. Thank you for choosing us!
Written July 17, 2023
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Alan
Tours, France2 contributions
Apr 2023
Jenn was a great guide with terrific knowledge and enthusiasm. Our food stops were terrific and well managed. And old town Alexandria was revealed to us step by step.
Written May 1, 2023
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Hi Alan,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Jenn was a great guide who brought terrific knowledge and enthusiasm to the tour. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the food stops and found them well-managed. Exploring old town Alexandria step by step and uncovering its charm sounds like a delightful experience. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future!
Written June 12, 2023
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Jim
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Unfortunately our tour guide was ill the day of our tour and our tour was cancelled. We were offered other tours, but none fit into our plans. We were issued a full refund the same day.
Written April 18, 2022
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Thank you for sharing your experience. We realize the circumstances were less than ideal but greatly appreciate your understanding!
Written April 30, 2022
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Dev Rice
Chesapeake, VA2 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
Loved the tour. Loved the history lesson and definitely loved the food. Went back later for more fried green tomatoes.
Written March 22, 2021
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Thanks for joining us! It's so great to be able to host people again. We're glad to have shared some knowledge and some tasty food with you. We hope you join us to tour another neighborhood in the future!
Written March 25, 2021
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John W
Reston, VA3 contributions
Feb 2020
Joined family from out of town on this food tour of Old Town Alexandria. We benefited from great weather--perfect for the experience--and had enjoyable walk through old town. Stopping at five sites for food/beverage (good beer in my case!), and hearing about the history of many interesting sites such as Christchurch, Carlyle House, Torpedo Factory, etc. It's a great way to introduce yourself to a city or to enjoy time with family. Great job by the guide Zach as well; informative and engaging. I'll look into other DC Food Tour experiences.
Written February 23, 2020
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So happy that you enjoyed your tour in Old Town with Zach! We'd love to have you join us in Georgetown, on U St, or on our newest neighborhood adventure in Fells Point, Baltimore. :)
Cheers,
Mary
Written March 4, 2020
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Good morning. What time does the boutique old town alexandria food tour start?
Written March 18, 2022
How long does it take to get to the first stop from Union Station but by Uber?
How long is the tour? Thx
Written August 3, 2019
Uber depends on day of the week and time of the day but no longer than 45 minutes.
The tour was three hours. Amazing time.
Written August 3, 2019
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