Ages 21+ | $23.00| 2 Hour Tour
Experience the rich cocktail culture and Prohibition-era stories of New Orleans on a lively two-hour walk through the French Quarter’s best bars. Sip classic drinks while learning the history behind this legendary drinking city.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for visitors with general walking ability; light physical endurance required for a casual stroll across uneven surfaces.
Wildlife
History
The French Quarter dates back to 1718, originally settled by French colonists and named after King Louis XIV.
Conservation
Many bars participate in sustainable practices including waste reduction and supporting local ingredients.
Tastebud Tours and Events
Ages 21+ | $23.00| 2 Hour Tour
Tastebud Tours and Events is a guided food and beverage experience provider based in Chicago, Illinois. The company offers a range of curated food tours, cocktail walks, and sit-down dining experiences that connect guests with local flavors and neighborhood history. Tours include public walking food tours in Chicago’s Gold Coast and Old Town and an array of New Orleans experiences centered on the French Quarter and seafood traditions.
Public offerings feature timed, guided formats — typically two to three hours — that include multiple tasting stops and local storytelling. Examples include a three-hour Gold Coast & Old Town walking food tour that visits family-owned restaurants serving sushi, steak, pizza, and pasta, and several three-hour French Quarter tours highlighting Creole and seafood dishes. In New Orleans, Tastebud Tours and Events also presents a cocktail-focused two-hour tour exploring historic drinks alongside Prohibition-era stories, plus a curated multi-course dinner experience called the Tastebud Table Experience.
Private tours and custom events are available for groups seeking tailored itineraries. All descriptions and itineraries are presented clearly so guests understand duration, tasting scope, and neighborhood focus before booking. By combining specific menu highlights, guided context, and neighborhood routing, Tastebud Tours and Events aims to deliver memorable culinary and cultural outings in both Chicago and New Orleans.
Base Location
Chicago, IL
Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois
Tours Offered
8
Public and private experiences available
Typical Length
2–3 hours
Most tours run two to three hours
Private Tours
Available
Custom group itineraries offered
Reserve a walking food tour, cocktail experience, curated dinner, or private tour to explore authentic Chicago and New Orleans flavors.
Age restriction
Participants must be 21 or older to join for legal drinking reasons.
Pace yourself
Enjoy each cocktail mindfully—alcoholic drinks are served throughout the tour.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking on historic cobblestone streets; sturdy footwear helps.
Arrive early
Plan to arrive 10 minutes before the start to check in and avoid delays.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking the French Quarter's uneven historic streets with ease.
Valid photo ID
Required to verify legal drinking age at bars.
Light jacket or umbrella
Spring showers are common, so prepare for mild rain.
spring
Sunglasses and hat
Protection during outdoor walking segments in sunny weather.
summer