Food Tours

Looking for a fun afternoon with friends or tasty new way to explore Whitby or Brooklin, our Food Tours are a great place for locals and visitors to begin their next culinary adventure! Taste local ingredients, discover history and culture of the region, and learn about the people behind the food. Explore Whitby’s food scene through our guided Brooklin Walking Tour and Downtown Whitby Walking Tour. View Food Tour options, availability, and purchase tickets below.

Please note: Food Tours are not vegetarian or gluten free specific but please contact foodtours@whitby.ca and we will work with the local eateries for an option if available. Participants must be 19+ to participate as alcohol will be served. Tours will vary slightly based on restaurant availability and operating hours. If you have any allergies, require accommodations, or have questions, please contact foodtours@whitby.ca.

Food Tours will be returning for the 2025 summer season. Keep and eye on our social media for launch dates!

Whitby-Brooklin Food Tour

Experience the flavours of Downtown Brooklin on a two-hour guided walking tour.

Duration: 2 Hours
Walking Distance: 1.6km, level terrain

Downtown Whitby Food Tour

Discover the culinary delights of Downtown Whitby on a two-hour guided walking tour.

Duration: 2 Hours
Walking Distance: 2.3km, level terrain

Know Before You Go - Frequently Asked Questions

Where do the tours start and end?

Whitby-Brooklin Tours start in Grass Park located at 41 Baldwin Street. Downtown Whitby Tours start at Jacked Up Coffee at 132 Brock Street North. Look for the Whitby Food Tour flag upon your arrival.

Is there parking available?

Paid parking is available near the starting location for both tours. For the Whitby-Brooklin tour, parking is available in Municipal Lot 9 at 2 Vipond Road. For Downtown Whitby, parking is available in Municipal Lot 3 at 129 Byron Street North.

Allergies and Dietary Concerns

Tours have been designed to celebrate the best of our locally crafted dishes. As a result, we cannot guarantee accommodations for allergies or dietary restrictions. If you have any concerns regarding allergies or dietary restrictions, please contact foodtours@whitby.ca.

Can someone under 19 take part in the tour or accompany me on the tour?

At this time only participants 19 years or older can participate in the food tours as alcohol will be served. All attendees must agree to the food tour terms and conditions confirming thy are over the legal drinking age during the ticket purchase process.

How many people are on each tour?

Tour groups will have a maximum of 20 participants.

Does the tour include drinks?

The tours include some crafted beverages as part of the experience. However, it is encouraged that participants bring a reuseable water bottle if they would like to have water throughout the duration of the tour.

Are there washrooms on the tour?

Washrooms are available at the starting point of each tours. For the Whitby-Brooklin tour, a portable restroom is available in Grass Park located at 41 Baldwin St, Whitby, ON. For the Downtown Whitby Tour, restrooms are located inside Jacked Up Coffee at 132 Brock Street North.

Are tours held in bad weather?

Food tours are held rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather and remember to wear comfortable walking shoes.

How far is the walk and are there hills?

The walking distance for the Whitby-Brooklin tour is 1.6km while the walking distance for the Downtown Whitby tour is 2.5km. In both cases, the terrain is level and there are no hills. Remember to wear your comfortable walking shoes.