Can I customize the tour?

The tour follows a set itinerary but guides can accommodate special dietary requests with advance notice.

Is the tour suitable for vegetarians or food allergies?

Yes, please inform us in advance so accommodations can be made.

Bring comfortable shoes, your water bottle, and an open curiosity for local cuisine.

Are children welcome?

Yes, children are welcome but must be accompanied by adults.

Is the tour accessible?

Most venues are accessible, but please notify us of any mobility concerns.

How many stops are included?

Typically four to six restaurants are visited during the tour.

Culinary Adventure in West Midlands with The Restaurant Touring Company | Guided Tour

Located in the heart of the West Midlands, The Restaurant Touring Company offers a vibrant and engaging culinary experience that shines a spotlight on the local food scene. This four-hour restaurant hopping tour takes diners on a journey through four to six carefully selected eateries, each offering a taste of the area's rich culinary diversity. Led by an experienced guide, the tour not only tantalizes the palate but also offers behind-the-scenes stories from passionate chefs and restaurant owners, providing a deeper appreciation of the local gastronomy landscape. The tour is perfect for food lovers eager to discover hidden gems and beloved establishments, making it a standout experience for visitors and locals alike.

Participants walk between the eateries, soaking in the lively atmosphere of West Midlands neighborhoods, which often harbor stories and traditions intertwined with each dish served. The tour highlights the region’s culinary innovation and historic eateries, blending classic flavors with modern twists. Whether it’s savoring handmade dishes, enjoying specialty beverages, or learning about the chefs' creative processes, guests will find this excursion both educational and delicious.

This tour is ideal for those who appreciate cultural exploration through food and seek a personal connection to the area’s culinary roots. The guides are highly knowledgeable, dedicated to creating a welcoming environment, and passionate about showcasing what makes West Midlands’ food scene unique. Perfect for groups, couples, or solo diners looking to deepen their understanding of regional cuisine, this experience creates lasting memories centered around shared delicious moments.

Join The Restaurant Touring Company to taste, learn, and celebrate West Midlands’ diverse culinary heritage on a guided journey designed for inquisitive food enthusiasts seeking a genuine local flavor experience.

About The Restaurant Touring Company

The Restaurant Touring Company is a Birmingham-based tour operator specialising in guided food and drink experiences across the West Midlands.

It designs neighbourhood tours, restaurant-hopping itineraries, wine tastings and bespoke private programs that connect visitors with local chefs, producers and independent venues. Tours listed include Jewellery Quarter Neighbourhood Tour, Bearwood Neighbourhood Tour, Stirchley Neighbourhood Tour, Moseley, Digbeth and Harborne neighbourhood tours, a Michelin star tour, A Taste of West Midlands History Tour, The Best Cellars Wine Tour, The Restaurant Tour, The Best Independent Gastro Pub Tour, Corporate Food Tour and Around the World in 80 Tastes Tour.

Guides combine culinary context with local stories to explain ingredients, techniques and regional heritage. Several tours specify durations, with neighbourhood and tasting routes of approximately four to five hours. The Michelin star tour offers private guide and chauffeur options with bespoke extras such as photographers or sommeliers when requested. The Best Cellars Wine Tour is delivered with an expert sommelier from Birmingham Wine School. The Corporate Food Tour can include team-building elements and WFTA-accredited guiding.

The Restaurant Touring Company works with independent restaurants, pubs and food businesses across urban and rural settings to showcase regional quality and diversity. Bookings are arranged per tour and often include multiple tasting stages, meet-and-greets and curated narratives. The operator is featured on The Adventure Collective, providing an authoritative listing of available experiences for visitors seeking curated culinary tours in Birmingham and the surrounding West Midlands. Booking information and accessibility details are supplied for each tour online directly.