Chef Guided Food Tour at Pike Place Market Seattle
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels since the pace is leisurely with frequent stops for sampling.
Overview
Explore Seattle’s Pike Place Market with expert chefs on a private food tour. Taste exclusive local bites, skip the lines, and experience the city’s culinary scene like never before.
Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market
Market & Local Community | 2 Hours | 9 Small Tastings | Ages 5+ Recommended
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About This Adventure
Embark on a culinary adventure through Seattle's Pike Place Market with our Chef Guided Food Tour. Experience exclusive access to the city's best bites, skip the lines, and gain insider knowledge from professional chefs. Discover the rich history and vibrant flavors of Seattle while supporting local artisans and businesses.
Chef's Perspective of Pike Place Market!
This is a fast paced walking tour of Pike Place that does require a medium level of physical fitness. There are some stairs, cobblestone streets and inclines. Please reach out if you have questions.
You may bring your children as we leave it up to the parent to make the judgment as to whether they will enjoy this type of activity. Children 3 and under who will not be eating, do not need to buy a ticket. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate strollers on this experience.
About
The Eat Seattle chef food tour takes you on a journey through the Pacific Northwest by tasting Seattle’s best artisan vendors in the famous Pike Place Market. Get the inside scoop on where chefs shop and locals hang out. As with all of our tours, we explore through our eyes and stomach - uncovering hidden gems and interacting with local vendors all while indulging in many delicious treats from our carefully selected stops. We look forward to you joining us for a morning filled with education, food, and fun!
Chef’s Tour: Though many tourists are attracted to the famous Pike Place Market every year, local chefs also selectively choose their seasonal produce and proteins daily from the market. This tour gives us a taste of the vendors that supply the best chefs in town with their organic produce and sustainable seafood.
Chef’s Perspective: Our tours are run by chefs who contribute a culinary perspective, telling the story of the Northwest through its food.
Local Taste: We strategically choose our partners to ensure the best quality products of the Northwest are represented.
Small Groups: We keep group-size to 10 people and under to provide a more intimate, less touristy experience. This also creates a better dynamic to ask questions, absorb the information and connect with the other group members.
Purpose: More than just providing great tasting bites, our vendors serve as a talking-point to our farming, fishing and produce in the Northwest and what they are doing to maintain higher quality control than the average. Our team keeps the tours light-hearted but also bring some attention to our local food ecosystem and touch on awareness in certain industries.
Duration
2 hours
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The tour involves a lot of walking on uneven market surfaces, so wear sturdy yet comfortable shoes.
Bring a Light Jacket
Seattle weather can be unpredictable; a light water-resistant jacket will keep you comfortable.
Come Hungry
You'll be tasting many different foods so arrive with an appetite to enjoy the full experience.
Cash for Tips
While most payments are card-friendly, having some cash handy for your guide’s gratuity is appreciated.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Pigeons commonly gather in the market plaza
- Occasional harbor seals spotted near the waterfront
History
Pike Place Market opened in 1907 as one of the oldest continuously operated public farmers' markets in the U.S.
Conservation
Many vendors focus on sustainable sourcing, highlighting local and ethically harvested seafood and produce.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Protects your feet during the extensive walking on market streets and alleys.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during warmer weather and reduce single-use plastic waste.
summer specific
Light Waterproof Jacket
Prevents discomfort during frequent spring and fall showers.
spring specific
Small Backpack or Crossbody Bag
Keeps your hands free and stores purchased goodies comfortably.