We came away with a full belly and an incredible grasp of the history and culture of the city. I highly recommend this experience!
Julia C
Google Review
Chapel Hill/Carrboro Food Tours
Go behind the scenes of one of North Carolina’s culinary hotspots on a leisurely tour of this charming area.
Book NowAbout Chapel Hill/Carrboro, NC
Go behind the scenes in Chapel Hill/ Carrboro, where traditional and modern farm-to-table cuisine comes to life. From fine-dining restaurants to mom & pop shops, sample innovative dishes all sourced from local ingredients. Known for being on the forefront of the Slow Food movement and for restaurants that have redefined Southern cooking, Chapel Hill/ Carrboro is one of the best places in the country to live and eat!
Walking Food Tour Options
Join a Food Tour in Chapel Hill/Carrboro!
Showcasing innovative Southern cuisine and locally sourced ingredients, Carrboro is the cutest pocket of Chapel Hill!
Chapel Hill/ Carrboro is one of the best places in the country to live and eat!
Includes:
- 1 mile in the heart of downtown
- A filling mid-afternoon nosh
- Independent restaurants
- Food shops
- Craft cocktail bars
- Local and global flavors
- History and local culture
- We accommodate most dietary restrictions
Food Tour Details
Description of Tour
Carrboro Tasting Tours connect local ingredients with the restaurants that feature them. Explore this charming town located adjacent to Chapel Hill, and enjoy delicious savory and sweet bites and dishes at around five restaurants and food shops per tour. Meet chefs and artisans, and hear their stories and culinary inspirations.
Location Details & Parking
408 W. Weaver St., Carrboro, NC
Meet your tour guide in front of Pizzeria Mercato. Please check your meeting place confirmation for any changes.
Parking Details: Parking is available in lots along Roberson Street. There are parking decks on Greensboro Street next to Open Eye Cafe and attached to the Hampton Inn. Do not park in the Carr Mill Mall or the Pizzeria Mercato lots.
Availability and Timing
Occasional Saturdays at 1:30. Other days and times are available by request. Register in advance. Please call or email us to check availability not shown on the calendar.
Booking Calendar
Important Things to Know Before Your Tour
Tours run rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Wear comfortable shoes; walking distance is around 2 miles. Tours run 2.5 to 3 hours. Please don’t be late! Meet the group 10 minutes prior to your tour time so that we can arrive at the restaurants promptly. Bring a government-issued ID if you plan on drinking alcohol. List all dietary restrictions and food allergies in your party on your registration.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds or exchanges once registration has closed.
Restaurants Included
Tours feature locally-owned restaurants and food shops that support local farms and vendors. Visit 4-5 locations per tour, including Pizzeria Mercato, Neal’s Deli, Acme, Luna, Atlas
Featuring five eclectic Carrboro restaurants and craft cocktail bars.
Includes:
- 1 mile through town
- A satisfying early dinner
- Independent restaurants
- Distilleries
- Wine bars
- Local and global flavors
- City history and architecture
- We accommodate most dietary restrictions
Food Tour Details
Description of Tour
The Carrboro Dinner & Drinks Tours feature delicious dishes and drinks made with local ingredients at around five eclectic Carrboro restaurants and craft cocktails bars per tour. With opportunities to meet chefs and mixologists, this tour offers a spirited and informative culinary experience. Ages 21+ required.
Location Details & Parking
101 S. Greensboro St., Carrboro, 27510
Meet your tour guide in front of Open Eye Cafe. Please check your meeting place confirmation for any changes.
Parking Details: Parking is available in lots along Roberson Street. There are parking decks on Greensboro Street next to Open Eye Cafe and attached to the Hampton Inn. Do not park in the Carr Mill Mall or the Pizzeria Mercato lots.
Availability and Timing
Saturdays at 2:30 by request. Register in advance. Please call or email us to check availability not shown on the calendar.
Booking Calendar
Important Things to Know Before Your Tour
Tours run rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Wear comfortable shoes; walking distance is around 2 miles. Tours run 2.5 to 3 hours. Please don’t be late! Meet the group 10 minutes prior to your tour time so that we can arrive at the restaurants promptly. Bring a government-issued ID if you plan on drinking alcohol. List all dietary restrictions and food allergies in your party on your registration.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds or exchanges once registration has closed.
Restaurants Included
Tours feature locally-owned restaurants and food shops that support local farms and vendors. Visit 4-5 locations per tour, including Acme, Luna, Atlas, Wedgewood Cheese Bar, Belltree
Walking Food Tour Options
Join a Food Tour in Chapel Hill/Carrboro!
Showcasing innovative Southern cuisine and locally sourced ingredients, Carrboro is the cutest pocket of Chapel Hill!
Carrboro Tasting Tour
Chapel Hill/ Carrboro is one of the best places in the country to live and eat!
Includes:
- 1 mile in the heart of downtown
- A filling mid-afternoon nosh
- Independent restaurants
- Food shops
- Craft cocktail bars
- Local and global flavors
- History and local culture
- We accommodate most dietary restrictions
Food Tour Details
Description of Tour
Carrboro Tasting Tours connect local ingredients with the restaurants that feature them. Explore this charming town located adjacent to Chapel Hill, and enjoy delicious savory and sweet bites and dishes at around five restaurants and food shops per tour. Meet chefs and artisans, and hear their stories and culinary inspirations.
Location Details & Parking
408 W. Weaver St., Carrboro, NC
Meet your tour guide in front of Pizzeria Mercato. Please check your meeting place confirmation for any changes.
Parking Details: Parking is available in lots along Roberson Street. There are parking decks on Greensboro Street next to Open Eye Cafe and attached to the Hampton Inn. Do not park in the Carr Mill Mall or the Pizzeria Mercato lots.
Availability and Timing
Occasional Saturdays at 1:30. Other days and times are available by request. Register in advance. Please call or email us to check availability not shown on the calendar.
Booking Calendar
Important Things to Know Before Your Tour
Tours run rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Wear comfortable shoes; walking distance is around 2 miles. Tours run 2.5 to 3 hours. Please don’t be late! Meet the group 10 minutes prior to your tour time so that we can arrive at the restaurants promptly. Bring a government-issued ID if you plan on drinking alcohol. List all dietary restrictions and food allergies in your party on your registration.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds or exchanges once registration has closed.
Restaurants Included
Tours feature locally-owned restaurants and food shops that support local farms and vendors. Visit 4-5 locations per tour, including Pizzeria Mercato, Neal’s Deli, Acme, Luna, Atlas
Carrboro Dinner & Drinks Tour
Featuring five eclectic Carrboro restaurants and craft cocktail bars.
Includes:
- 1 mile through town
- A satisfying early dinner
- Independent restaurants
- Distilleries
- Wine bars
- Local and global flavors
- City history and architecture
- We accommodate most dietary restrictions
Food Tour Details
Description of Tour
The Carrboro Dinner & Drinks Tours feature delicious dishes and drinks made with local ingredients at around five eclectic Carrboro restaurants and craft cocktails bars per tour. With opportunities to meet chefs and mixologists, this tour offers a spirited and informative culinary experience. Ages 21+ required.
Location Details & Parking
101 S. Greensboro St., Carrboro, 27510
Meet your tour guide in front of Open Eye Cafe. Please check your meeting place confirmation for any changes.
Parking Details: Parking is available in lots along Roberson Street. There are parking decks on Greensboro Street next to Open Eye Cafe and attached to the Hampton Inn. Do not park in the Carr Mill Mall or the Pizzeria Mercato lots.
Availability and Timing
Saturdays at 2:30 by request. Register in advance. Please call or email us to check availability not shown on the calendar.
Booking Calendar
Important Things to Know Before Your Tour
Tours run rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Wear comfortable shoes; walking distance is around 2 miles. Tours run 2.5 to 3 hours. Please don’t be late! Meet the group 10 minutes prior to your tour time so that we can arrive at the restaurants promptly. Bring a government-issued ID if you plan on drinking alcohol. List all dietary restrictions and food allergies in your party on your registration.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds or exchanges once registration has closed.
Restaurants Included
Tours feature locally-owned restaurants and food shops that support local farms and vendors. Visit 4-5 locations per tour, including Acme, Luna, Atlas, Wedgewood Cheese Bar, Belltree
We visited an amazing collection of locally owned spots where chefs and owners came around to meet us. It was such a hit for our group. I would definitely recommend Taste Carolina for a ‘more than your typical’ outing! It’s so nice to see Taste Carolina connecting local restaurants to the community.
Dave P
Google Review
Hands down the best tour ever! I was surprised as to how many hidden gems are in our beautiful city. Our guide was sweet, knowledgeable, and so much fun! A great way to share downtown with friends visiting from out of town, a day date, or a girls day/ night. I will be going again very soon.
Tiffani B
Facebook Review
This is an excellent way to treat your staff, mix, mingle, and "taste" excellent food and drinks from local restaurants. Our tour guide did a wonderful job sharing some history, interesting facts, and keeping us on schedule. Great mix of local restaurants.
Gina S
Trip Advisor Review
What a fabulous experience and well-run company! It’s a great activity to do with friends and family from out of town, or even to explore restaurants and learn stories about your own hometown you may not know. Thank you to the Taste Carolina team for supporting local businesses and showcasing, in such a wonderful way, how much exceptional delicious-ness there is in NC!
Michelle R
Trip Advisor Review
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Read All FAQsHow often are tours held?
Tours in each location – Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Wilmington, Chapel Hill/ Carrboro, Asheville, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem – are offered almost every weekend, all year ‘round. Contact us to request a weekday date not shown on the calendar. Tickets can be purchased on this website. Private weekday, weeknight, and weekend tours are available and can be booked by calling 919.237.2254 or emailing info@tastecarolina.net.
If a food tour is sold out, can I get on a waiting list? What if I don’t see a tour scheduled on a day I would like to go?
If a tour on the calendar is sold out, you will be prompted to sign up for the waiting list. No payments are made. If you do not see your desired tour date on the schedule, please email us to let us know what date you are interested in. If you have a large enough group, we may be able to schedule a tour for you on your desired date.
What is included in my ticket price?
All food and drink tastings, restaurant gratuity, a guided tour of the area, and an all-around fun time are included in the ticket price. You may wish to purchase additional drinks or items at markets or specialty shops along the way. Gratuity for your tour guide is not included in the ticket price but is always greatly appreciated. Gratuity for your tour guide is required on private tours.
