Food tours in Nashville
A food tour is the quickest way to eat your way around Nashville. The most comfortable months are October and November, with highs around 67°F (20°C) and about 9 rainy days a month.
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Top food tours in Nashville
Nashville: Authentic Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Local DishesFrom $100View 
Taste of Nashville Food & Sightseeing TourFrom $129View 
Downtown Nashville Food Tour With Sidewalk Food ToursFrom $99View
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What to eat and drink in Nashville
Expect to taste the local staples. Ones to look for:
- Hot chicken
- Fried chicken coated in fiery cayenne paste, served on white bread with pickles.
- Barbecue
- Meat slow-smoked for hours, usually pork shoulder or ribs, with sauce and sides.
- Biscuits
- Soft, flaky Southern bread rolls, eaten with butter, jam or gravy.
- Goo goo
- The Goo Goo Cluster, a Nashville candy of marshmallow, caramel and peanuts in milk chocolate.
How to pick a good food tour
- Skip a big meal beforehand: most tours serve the equivalent of lunch or dinner across six to ten stops.
- Small groups of 12 or fewer get served faster and fit into tiny counters and bars.
- Check what's included. Some tours count drinks as stops, others charge for them on the day.
- Ask about dietary swaps before you book. Many tours can replace meat or gluten dishes if they know ahead.
Nashville month by month
Averages for Nashville, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 49 (10) | 54 (12) | 63 (17) | 73 (23) | 80 (27) | 88 (31) | 91 (33) | 90 (32) | 84 (29) | 74 (23) | 61 (16) | 52 (11) |
| Low °F (°C) | 30 (-1) | 33 (1) | 40 (5) | 49 (9) | 58 (15) | 66 (19) | 71 (21) | 69 (21) | 62 (17) | 50 (10) | 39 (4) | 33 (1) |
| Rainy days | 11 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 11 |
| Sunset (15th) | 4:55 pm | 5:28 pm | 6:54 pm | 7:20 pm | 7:46 pm | 8:06 pm | 8:05 pm | 7:38 pm | 6:55 pm | 6:12 pm | 4:39 pm | 4:34 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for food tours in Nashville?
October and November. Expect highs around 67°F (20°C) and about 9 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are January and July.
What food is Nashville known for?
Hot chicken: fried chicken coated in fiery cayenne paste, served on white bread with pickles. Barbecue: meat slow-smoked for hours, usually pork shoulder or ribs, with sauce and sides. Biscuits: soft, flaky Southern bread rolls, eaten with butter, jam or gravy.
Where can I book food tours in Nashville?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
