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Taste of Downtown Yonge

A limited-run, community-funded, food tour series

A guided walking food experience showcasing Downtown Yonge’s local eateries, flavours, and stories — sponsored by the Downtown Yonge BIA and operated by Tour Guys.

This tour series is proudly sponsored by the Downtown Yonge Business Improvement Area (DYBIA).

Their support covers the cost of food on each tour, allowing guests to enjoy a high-quality guided experience at a fraction of the usual price.

 

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How it Works

This series is different from our other tours due to the financial sponsorship and partnership with the Downtown Yonge Business Improvement Association (DYBIA)

Four seasonal tours

One unique tour per season.
One tour per week.
Spring, Summer, and Fall tours will be released later.

DYBIA covers the food

Food & Drink included.

Local restaurants participate, and food costs are covered.

Tour Guys runs the tour

$20 + HST per guest

Professional guides. Thoughtful pacing.

Zero awkwardness.

Operations covered.

Value maximized.

No gimmicks.

Outdoor Walking Tour

This experience takes place outdoors and involves walking through the Downtown Yonge neighbourhood. Participants should be comfortable walking on city sidewalks and navigating typical urban conditions, including uneven surfaces, weather changes, and street crossings. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy, comfortable footwear.

 

Safety

Tours take place in an active public environment. While the Downtown Yonge BIA and Tour Guys provide orientation and lead the experience, participants are responsible for their own awareness and movement throughout the tour. The Downtown Yonge BIA and guides are not able to assume responsibility for individual safety in public spaces.

 

Weather & Conditions

Tours run rain or shine and are designed to reflect the season they take place in. In the event of extreme or unsafe weather conditions, updates will be shared in advance.

 

Food & Dietary Considerations

Food offerings vary by season and participating restaurants. While dietary preferences may be noted, substitutions cannot be guaranteed. Guests with food allergies or sensitivities should be aware that tastings may contain common allergens. Anyone with questions about ingredients is encouraged to reach out in advance for general information and should use their own judgment while participating.

 

Accessibility

If you have accessibility questions or mobility considerations, please contact us in advance. We will do our best to accommodate and can share route details to help you decide whether the tour is a good fit.

Taste of Downtown Yonge Food Tours

  • Winter Warm-Up
    Winter Warm-Up
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    Multiple Dates
    6 days to the event
    Mar 19, 2026, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Tour Start: BeLeaf Vietnamese Cuisine, 45 Carlton St. Unit #2, Toronto, ON M5B 2H9, Canada
    Cold streets, warm flavours — a winter food walk through Downtown Yonge!
  • Winter Warm-Up
    Winter Warm-Up
    0 tickets left
    Multiple Dates
    13 days to the event
    Mar 26, 2026, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Tour Start: BeLeaf Vietnamese Cuisine, 45 Carlton St. Unit #2, Toronto, ON M5B 2H9, Canada
    Cold streets, warm flavours — a winter food walk through Downtown Yonge!
  • Winter Warm-Up
    Winter Warm-Up
    0 tickets left
    Multiple Dates
    20 days to the event
    Apr 02, 2026, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Tour Start: BeLeaf Vietnamese Cuisine, 45 Carlton St. Unit #2, Toronto, ON M5B 2H9, Canada
    Cold streets, warm flavours — a winter food walk through Downtown Yonge!

Fair Access Policy

To ensure as many people as possible can enjoy this series, guests are limited to a maximum of two tours per person across the Taste of Downtown Yonge program. There will be 4 different tours (one per season) and you can experience up to 2 of them.

This helps us keep the experience accessible, community-focused, and fair.

About Tour Guys

We've been leading walking tours in Toronto since 2009.

We’re known for guides who connect first, stories that matter, and experiences that feel human — not scripted. For this series, DYBIA is funding the food. We’re handling the design, delivery, and good vibes.
 

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