From A$99 per person
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- Group size
- Up to 8
- Language
- English
About this tour
Most food tours hand you a printed menu and walk you through the same venues every time. This one doesn't.
Your guide meets you at Gordon Reserve at 11am, learns what your group eats and what you don't, then builds the route from there. Four to six substantial tastings across Chinatown and Melbourne's laneways, chosen around what's seasonal and worth your time.
The venues shift, but the format stays consistent: hand-folded dumplings, Michelin-starred yum cha, regional Chinese street food, oysters, soft cheeses, Indian dhai puri, and one drink at a top-tier laneway bar or cellar door. Non-alcoholic options available.
Groups are capped at eight, giving your guide time for questions and the stories behind each stop, including how immigration and laneways shaped Melbourne into a food capital.
This is built to be your lunch, so come hungry. We accommodate vegetarians and religious dietary requirements. Built for adventurous eaters. Wear comfortable shoes for two to three kilometres.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
“Wheelchair accessible. All venues have ramp or elevator access. Stroller accessible. Service animals permitted.”The supplier’s own words
Meeting point: Gordon Reserve, 74-108 Spring Street, East Melbourne. Meet at the fountain directly opposite the Windsor Hotel. Arrive by 10:50am for an 11am departure. Your guide will be holding a blue umbrella and calling for "Melbourne Food Tour". The meeting point is recorded in the Inclusable venue database as Gordon Reserve with an accessibility score of 65/100. The nearest accessible public toilet to the meeting point is about 200 m away in a straight line, from the National Public Toilet Map.
Provided through Viator and not verified by Inclusable. Ask the supplier about your specific needs before you book.
Where it starts: Gordon Reserve
Accessibility score 65/100
Details for the meeting point only, from the Inclusable venue database, where available. They say nothing about the tour itself.
Itinerary
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- 1
Gordon Reserve, 74-108 Spring Street, East Melbourne. Meet at the fountain directly opposite the Windsor Hotel. Arrive by 10:50am for an 11am departure. Your guide will be holding a blue umbrella and calling for "Melbourne Food Tour". Your guide learns what your group eats and what you don't, then sets the route. Around 15 minutes at Gordon Reserve before walking into the CBD.(25 min)
- 2
40 to 60 minutes exploring Melbourne's Chinatown at lunch-time peak. Possible stops include Shan Dong Mama, Tim Ho Wan, or Wang's Crispy Pancake, alongside the story of the Chinese migrants who established the district in the 1850s.(50 min)
- 3
30 to 45 minutes across Melbourne's multicultural food scene. Possible stops include Chapati for Indian dhai puri and curries, Cookie for Thai, Muli Express for fresh oysters, or Spring Rock for lamb nuggets.(35 min)
- 4
45 to 60 minutes through Hosier Lane and the laneway network. Your included beverage is served at a top-tier laneway bar, cellar door, or restaurant chosen by your guide.(50 min)
- 5
15 to 30 minutes for dessert: innovative ice cream from Hareruya Pantry, old-school Italian granita from Pellegrini's, or another artisan treat your guide selects.(15 min)
- 6
Tour concludes in central Melbourne CBD near Federation Square, Swanston Street, or Bourke Street at approximately 2pm. Excellent public transport connections and within walking distance of major hotels.(5 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour departs daily at 11am. Arrive by 10:50am. We cannot wait for late arrivals.
- Meet at the fountain in Gordon Reserve, 74-108 Spring Street, East Melbourne, directly opposite the Windsor Hotel.
- By tram: Spring St / Collins St stop (routes 11, 12, 48, 109), then cross Spring Street to the park.
- By train: Parliament Station, take the Collins Street exit, walk 2 minutes, cross Spring Street to Gordon Reserve.
- By taxi or rideshare: drop-off at the Windsor Hotel, then cross to the park.
- A detailed map with photo is sent in your booking confirmation email.
Included
- 4 to 6 substantial food tastings across Chinatown and the laneways
- Local English-speaking guide (Melbourne food expert)
- Small group guarantee (maximum 12 guests)
- Insider recommendations for restaurants and cafés to visit during your stay
- One beverage (wine, beer, cocktail, or non-alcoholic option)
- Walking tour of Melbourne CBD, Chinatown, and iconic laneways with cultural commentary
Not included
- Additional food and beverages beyond the included tastings and drink
- Transport to and from the meeting point
- Gratuities
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Nearest accessible public toilet to Gordon Reserve, 74-108 Spring Street, East Melbourne. Meet at the fountain directly opposite the Windsor Hotel. Arrive by 10:50am for an 11am departure. Your guide will be holding a blue umbrella and calling for "Melbourne Food Tour".
The nearest accessible public toilet to Gordon Reserve, 74-108 Spring Street, East Melbourne. Meet at the fountain directly opposite the Windsor Hotel. Arrive by 10:50am for an 11am departure. Your guide will be holding a blue umbrella and calling for "Melbourne Food Tour". is Sofitel Melbourne on Collins, about 200 m away.
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins · about 200 m away in a straight line
25 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC (other)
- Left-hand transfer
- Accessible parking
Open: Daylight hours
Accessible toilet is located on the 35th floor
Source: the National Public Toilet Map, data as at 1 September 2026. Distances are straight-line, not the walking route, and facilities can change — check before you rely on one. Facility record
Location & contact
- Area
- Melbourne, Victoria
- Meeting point
- Gordon Reserve, 74-108 Spring Street, East Melbourne. Meet at the fountain directly opposite the Windsor Hotel. Arrive by 10:50am for an 11am departure. Your guide will be holding a blue umbrella and calling for "Melbourne Food Tour"
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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