--- title: The Original Soho and Chinatown Food Tour with Authentic Dishes lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 90 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 425 duration_minutes: 120 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 12 of 47 (Pub Tours & Pub Crawls) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/the-original-soho-and-chinatown-food-tour-with-authentic-dishes/ --- # The Original Soho and Chinatown Food Tour with Authentic Dishes **Guidekin's take:** Explore Soho through food and drink stops, with listed tastings ranging from BBQ Pork Bao Buns to beef rendang with roti. Food and drinks are included, though menus can change; guests must be eighteen or over, and vegan and gluten-free diets cannot be accommodated. 4.94 from 425 reviews at €90 per person for 2h–3h. ## Overview On your Secret Food Tour SoHo, follow your local food guide on a carefully curated selection of 7 exquisite stops, handpicked by our knowledgeable food expert. From high end fine dining, exclusive secret speakeasies to hole in the wall hidden gems, our evening twilight food tour will showcase the best of this unmissable neighbourhood while weaving in the food history and culture of the lesser-known side to the neon lit bohemian underbelly of London’s nightlife capital. From the fashionable home of the Swinging 60s, to the lamp lined lanes of Chinatown, SoHo is a melting pot of different cuisines and home to not only London's newest and best spots but also its storied and historic bars and restaurants. Skip the lines for legendary street food, sip through London’s gin history and scoff your way across this eclectic and fascinating foodie paradise. ## Before you book - Meeting point: We'll meet in front of St. - Group size varies by option: max 14 from €90 · max 12 from €95 · private from €383 - 9 start times: between 12:00 and 17:00 - Food included: see what is included - Age rule: IMPORTANT: Some of our venues do not accept under… ## Key facts - Price: from €90 per person for the Soho Express Tour option; other options up to €383 - Duration: 2h–3h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 425 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Secret Food Tours ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Soho Express Tour | €90 / person | English | Duration: 2 hours Express Soho Food Tour: Choose this option for our brand new 2-Hour Express Tour of Soho & Chinatown in a group of 14 people or less! Starting point: St. Patrick’s RC Church, Soho, 21A Soho Square,... | | London Soho Small Group Tour | €95 / person | English | Small Group Tour: Enjoy our 3-Hour Secret Food Tour London of Soho & Chinatown in a small group of 12 people or less! Starting point: 17-18 Golden Square, London W1F 9JJ, UK | | Private London Soho Food Tour | €383 / person | English | Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a 3-hour private food tour of London Soho for only you and your group Starting point: 17-18 Golden Square, London W1F 9JJ, UK | ## What's included - 3 Historic Gins | Drink at a local pub | Vermouth - Mozzarella stick with 'nduja | Coconut beef rendang curry with roti canai - BBQ Pork Bao Buns | Classic Canoli | Our Secret Dish - Beef Rendang Curry with Roti Flatbread | A Selection of Croquettas - ** 3-Hour Classic Tour ** - One Exclusive Cocktail | One Southeast Asian Shot - Our Secret Dish! - ** 2-Hour Express Tour ** ## Not included - Guide's gratuity - Transportation ## Itinerary 1. **Carnaby Street: Iconic street for 1960s fashion and culture** (15m) 2. **Spirit of Soho Mural: Reflects Soho's artistic history serving as a vibrant e...** (15m) - Spirit of Soho Mural: Reflects Soho's artistic history serving as a vibrant expression of its cultural identity. 3. **Great Windmill Street/The Windmill: a historic entertainment venue famous for...** (15m) - Great Windmill Street/The Windmill: a historic entertainment venue famous for its innovative nude revues during WWII. 4. **Soho's Red Light District: The seedy side of Soho and an Historical adult ent...** (30m) - Soho's Red Light District: The seedy side of Soho and an Historical adult entertainment area. 5. **Berwick Street Market: a traditional and bustling marketplace since the 18th ...** (15m) - Berwick Street Market: a traditional and bustling marketplace since the 18th century. 6. **Chinatown: A vibrant hub of Chinese culture, showcasing the city's multicultu...** (20m) - Chinatown: A vibrant hub of Chinese culture, showcasing the city's multicultural diversity and offering authentic cuisine. 7. **Chinatown** (30m) - The vibrant heart of London's Chinese community, centred on Gerrard Street in the West End and marked by ornate paifang gates, red lanterns, and bilingual street signs. Home to dozens of authentic restaurants, bakeries, and tea shops representing Cantonese, Sichuan, and... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 9 start times between 12:00 and 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point We'll meet in front of St. Patrick's Church in Soho Square. Your guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella so they are easy to spot. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJqWVPLi0bdkgRVpobnWbdRfA ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Due to some of the venues dress code requirements no full tracksuits or flip flops are allowed on the tour thank you - IMPORTANT: Some of our venues do not accept under 18. Guest who are under 18 will be turned away and will miss out on some spots - We cannot accommodate the following dietary restrictions: eggs, dairy free, gluten free, lactose intolerance, coeliac, nut allergy and vegan. - Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can. - Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances. - Please note that this tour is exclusively for guests aged 18 and over. ## Compared with other Pub Tours & Pub Crawls | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #12 of 47** | €90 | 2h–3h | 4.94 (425) | varies by option | | [Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour](/uk/london/tours/soho-music-historic-pubs-tour/?format=md) | €38 | 2h 30m | 4.99 (2355) | shared | | [London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs](/uk/london/tours/london-small-group-tour-of-historical-pubs/?format=md) | €42 | 3h 30m | 4.98 (11782) | shared | | [Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London](/uk/london/tours/royal-historic-pubs-walking-guided-tour-in-london/?format=md) | €38 | 2h | 4.99 (995) | shared | Ranked #12 of 47 in Pub Tours & Pub Crawls by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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