ATLANTA FOOD TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Southern Bites Amid Victorian Stones: Grant Park Food Tour Through Atlanta’s Past
A 2.5-hour small-group walk that pairs eight modern Southern tastings from three local eateries with a scenic stroll through Grant Park and Oakland Cemetery.
Southern Bites Amid Victorian Stones: Grant Park Food Tour Through Atlanta’s Past.
Stroll the tree-lined avenues of historic Grant Park and move through the quiet, statue-strewn paths of Oakland Cemetery while sampling the future of Southern cooking. On this compact 2.5-hour tour you’ll visit three locally owned food stops for eight modern Southern tastings, hear the city’s founding stories from a knowledgeable guide, and learn why Atlanta’s past and present are inseparable from its food.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Eight modern Southern tastings from local kitchens
The tour serves eight modern Southern and Southern-fusion tastings across three locally owned restaurants and food shops, including shrimp and grits at a favorite seafood spot and Southern fruit gallettes from a James Beard–nominated bakery.
Grant Park and the Oakland Cemetery jaunt
A walking and historical tour threads through Victorian Grant Park and a scenic cemetery route, combining food stops with a roughly one-mile cemetery walk and interpretive stops on Atlanta’s growth from railroad town to state capital.
Small groups led by an engaging local guide
Tours are small-group affairs led by a friendly, insightful food expert who links tastings to local history and neighborhood stories for an intimate, informative experience.
What the day feels like
What to expect on the walk
The tour unfolds as a loop of short walks and seated tastings: a first stop at a seafood pub, a stroll through Grant Park, a guided exploration of Oakland Cemetery, then back to neighborhood eateries for pizza and bakery samplings. Expect about 2.5 hours of guided tasting and walking with plenty of rest stops and a mix of indoor and outdoor moments.
THE MENU
Eight modern Southern tastings from local kitchens
The tour serves eight modern Southern and Southern-fusion tastings across three locally owned restaurants and food shops, including shrimp and grits at a favorite seafood spot and Southern fruit gallettes from a James Beard–nominated bakery.
THE ROUTE
Grant Park and the Oakland Cemetery jaunt
A walking and historical tour threads through Victorian Grant Park and a scenic cemetery route, combining food stops with a roughly one-mile cemetery walk and interpretive stops on Atlanta’s growth from railroad town to state capital.
THE GUIDE
Small groups led by an engaging local guide
Tours are small-group affairs led by a friendly, insightful food expert who links tastings to local history and neighborhood stories for an intimate, informative experience.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should plan accordingly.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs approximately 2.5 hours and is scheduled in morning and afternoon departures.
Meet at 437 Memorial Drive, Atlanta, GA 30312 for tour departure.
Wear comfortable shoes, bring a bottle of water, and dress for the weather (tours operate rain or shine; bring an umbrella if needed).
Advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking; food restrictions must be included in booking notes or communicated at least 24 hours before the tour to accommodate menu changes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Grant Park Food Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
Where do we meet the group?
The meeting location is 437 Memorial Drive, Atlanta, GA 30312.
How many tastings and restaurants are included?
The tour includes eight modern Southern tastings from three locally owned restaurants and food shops, plus one alcoholic beverage.
Is the tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
Yes — the tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible; service animals are allowed and the route is near public transportation.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear comfortable shoes, bring a bottle of water, and dress appropriately for the weather as the tour operates rain or shine.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes — please note any dietary requirements when booking; any food restrictions must be put in your booking notes or you must contact the operator at least 24 hours before the tour.