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  • Toronto, Canada

Riverside and Leslieville Food and Walking Experience

  • 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

  • Mobile ticket

Toronto’s Riverside and Leslieville come together in a shared walking food tour built around four local food outlets. Taste dishes, hear stories about each vendor, and explore Queen Street East with a knowledgeable local guide. The route covers Riverside’s heritage buildings and historic Queen Street bridge, plus Carlaw Avenue’s former factories and warehouses, now creative spaces. You’ll also pass the Opera House and Leslieville’s tree-lined streets, indie cafés, and eateries.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 10)
3 stops
5 places
3 hrs 30 min duration

Stop at: Toronto

150 min

This experience will have us discover the delicious and diverse food along Queen Street East in Riverside and Leslieville. We'll visit four unique local food outlets and spend some time in each place, hearing about the vendor, and their offerings in this fascinating neighbourhood. Exact vendors may vary per experience.

Stop at: Riverside

20 min

Riverside is one of Toronto’s oldest neighbourhoods, known for its historic Queen Street bridge, charming heritage buildings, and vibrant food scene. It’s a community where old-world character meets modern cafés, shops, and local culture.

Pass by: The Opera House

The Opera House on Queen Street East is a historic Toronto venue, opened in 1909 as a Vaudeville theatre. Today, its ornate charm and intimate atmosphere make it a favourite spot for live music and performances.

Stop at: Carlaw Avenue

20 min

Carlaw Avenue is lined with former factories and warehouses that have been transformed into lofts and studios. Once the heart of Toronto’s industrial east end, these red-brick buildings now house artists, entrepreneurs, and creative spaces, blending history with modern living.

Pass by: Leslieville

Leslieville is a laid-back east-end neighbourhood once rooted in Toronto’s industrial past. Today, its tree-lined streets, indie cafés, and trendy eateries make it one of the city’s most charming spots to explore.

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • Knowledgeable local guide to provide historical, architectural, contextual, and fun facts.
  • Get your taste buds ready as we sample from an array of neighbourhood staples. And don’t worry, we’ll make sure you’re satisfyingly satiated, with snacks and leftovers to take home!
NOT INCLUDED
  • Incidental Purchases

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

12:00 PM

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Customer Reviews

Source: Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0

16 total reviews

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