Rodeo Drive tastes better on foot. This Beverly Hills Food Tour mixes four generous tastings, two alcoholic drinks, and plenty of film-and-fashion story stops as you walk through Beverly Hills with a fun guide. I love that you’re not just eating, you’re also learning why these streets and landmarks matter.

The one thing to plan for: some tasting partners are not guaranteed, even though the tour stops there frequently.

Key highlights to know before you go

• Four food tastings plus two alcoholic drinks (built into the 3.5-hour flow)
• Max 8 travelers, so you actually hear the guide and get time to ask questions
• Stops with real city landmarks, like Beverly Hills Civic Center and The Wallis Annenberg
• Erewhon Hailey Bieber Smoothie is a signature moment at the supermarket stop
• Food range goes beyond “pretty plates”: tacos and chocolate are real standouts
• Ends on Rodeo Drive, with time at a world-famous fashion house (ending point can vary)

A Beverly Hills Food Tour That Blends Eating With Film-and-Fashion Fun

This tour works because it treats Beverly Hills like a living movie set. You’ll walk through famous streets and recognizable settings, then connect the dots with stories about what’s around you and why people care.

I like the pacing. It’s not one long restaurant meal where you get bored waiting. Instead, you get a steady rhythm of walking, short stops, and a proper bite at each place.

And the best part for many people is the guide. In past tours, Brian Rodda has been praised for keeping things funny and group-friendly, with lots of energy and helpful local context as you go.

Price and Value: What $189 Buys You in Real Life

At $189 per person for about 3 hours 30 minutes, you’re paying for three things at once:

• Food and drink: four generous tastings plus two alcoholic drinks
• Access: admissions/tickets are included for some stops
• Local storytelling: the guide’s food, film, and fashion knowledge ties it together

For Beverly Hills, that matters. You’re not just paying for ingredients; you’re paying for the convenience of having a planned route, timed stops, and a group that stays moving instead of wandering and guessing.

If you’re the type who likes to “shop and snack” rather than sit through one big meal, this kind of value usually clicks fast. You’ll end up stuffed, but also curious about what you saw along the way.

Starting at Beverly Hills Civic Center: Architecture First, Then Appetite

Your first stop is Beverly Hills City Hall, starting at 455 N Rexford Dr. You’ll spend about 10 minutes here, with admission included, and you’ll look at the Beverly Hills Civic Center architecture before the walking and eating kicks in.

This is a smart warm-up. You get a sense of the place’s scale and style right away, which makes the rest of the route feel more meaningful. It also helps you get your bearings fast, so you’re not just thinking, Where do we go next?

Erewhon Smoothie Stop: A Trendy Supermarket Moment

Next is Erewhon, about 20 minutes. This is where you’ll likely grab the famous Hailey Bieber Smoothie. Erewhon has become part of Southern California’s food-culture conversation, so even if you’re not a smoothie person, it’s a fun snapshot of what’s popular right now.

A quick but important note: tasting partners aren’t guaranteed. The tour says Erewhon isn’t always confirmed, but it’s a frequent stop on their walking food experiences. If you’re traveling on a schedule where you need every single bite to match your expectations, keep that flexibility in mind.

The Wallis Annenberg: From Train Station and Post Office to Landmark

Between Erewhon and the next restaurant, you’ll stop at The Wallis Annenberg. This is a Beverly Hills historical landmark, and the tour highlights that it used to be the train station and post office.

That kind of “before it was fancy” context is exactly why this route works. It turns a quick landmark stop into something you’ll remember, not just a photo opportunity.

On the more entertaining side, some groups have even reported celebrity sightings during the walk. You can’t plan on it, but Beverly Hills has that effect, and the tour’s mix of walking + prime spots makes it more likely you’ll notice something interesting.

La Scala in Beverly Hills: A Restaurant Institution Stop

After the landmark moment, you’ll head to La Scala for about 30 minutes. The tour frames this place as an institution in Beverly Hills, and it’s a frequent stop on similar walking food experiences (again, not guaranteed, but it shows up often).

This is usually where the day feels most “sit-down restaurant,” even though the tour keeps moving. Expect a proper tasting experience rather than tiny snack samples. It’s also a good moment to slow down slightly, reset your appetite, and enjoy the stories your guide is sharing.

Cantina Frida: Mexico-City Style Tacos and a Big Flavor Turn

Then comes Cantina Frida, another 30-minute stop and one of the most food-forward moments of the tour. The focus here is on tacos in a Mexico-city style, and the goal is simple: give you a memorable bite you can’t recreate at home without effort.

This is also a nice contrast to the more polished, dessert-and-fashion energy later. If you’ve been doing LA dining that leans trendy and light, this part gives you the satisfying, savory “okay, this is why I came” feeling.

As with other partners, Cantina Frida isn’t promised every day, but it’s a frequent stop. If this is your must-have, I’d still book—but stay ready for a substitution.

andSons Chocolatiers: A Proper Chocolate Stop With History

Next is andSons Chocolatiers for about 20 minutes. This family-owned, second-generation chocolatier has been serving gourmet bon-bons since 1983. It’s also described as a favorite of Oprah and featured in outlets including The NY Times and Food & Wine magazine.

This stop hits two needs at once: it’s dessert, and it’s also a culture lesson. Chocolate here isn’t treated like an afterthought. You get a chance to taste something that feels designed, not mass-produced.

If you love sweet finales but hate when tours rush dessert, this pacing helps. You’ll have time to taste, compare, and actually enjoy the stop.

Kith Beverly Hills and the Ice Cream Inside

After chocolate, the day moves into fashion territory with Kith Beverly Hills (about 25 minutes). The tour positions Kith as a standout for the Gen Z crowd on Rodeo, and it includes an ice cream shop inside.

Even if you’re not shopping for streetwear, this stop works because it gives you a taste of the current style culture around Rodeo. The key is that the tour is walking you through the Beverly Hills “today” version, not only the classic imagery.

And yes, the Hailey Bieber Smoothie connection is tied back into this general route via Erewhon, but the tour’s structure keeps things flowing so you don’t feel like you’re repeating yourself.

Ending on Rodeo Drive: Time to Shop and a World-Famous Fashion Finish

You’ll finish with a 1-hour stop on Rodeo Drive at a fashion house. The exact ending point can vary by day, but it’s always described as a world-famous fashion house on Rodeo Drive.

This is the practical part of the tour. After you’ve eaten and explored, you get time to wander, browse, and take photos without feeling rushed. If you came for food and film stories, this ending still feels rewarding. If you came for fashion, you’ll like how the tour gives you context while you’re on the street.

Rodeo can be crowded and expensive (it’s LA, after all), but one hour is a sweet spot: enough time to enjoy the vibe, not so long that it turns into sensory overload.

Walking Time, Weather Reality, and What to Wear

This is a walking-focused tour. Reviews highlight the need for good walking shoes, and you should plan on being on your feet for the whole afternoon arc.

Also, the experience runs with good weather in mind. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’re offered another date or a full refund. So if you’re booking as part of a tight itinerary, pick a date that gives you some cushion.

For alcohol: the minimum age for alcohol consumption is 18. The tour is also offered in English, and it includes a mobile ticket.

Group Size and the Guide’s Style: Why It Doesn’t Feel Stiff

The tour caps at 8 travelers. That small group size matters in Beverly Hills, where you’d rather not spend your vacation shoulder-to-shoulder with strangers.

Past guests have praised Brian for keeping the group included, sharing fun history and trivia, and making sure everyone can follow along while eating. Another nice touch mentioned in reviews: the guide takes lots of photos and shares a photo reel so you can remember more than just what was on your plate.

Who This Tour Is Best For (and Who Might Want a Different Plan)

This is a great match if you want:

• a Beverly Hills intro that mixes landmarks with meals
• a foodie-friendly route where you actually leave satisfied
• a “lightly structured” afternoon with a guide doing the heavy lifting
• couples, friends, and family groups who like trivia and short stops

You might consider a different option if you:

• hate walking or want minimal time on your feet
• need every exact tasting partner to happen no matter what, since multiple stops are not guaranteed

Should You Book This Beverly Hills Food Tour?

I think it’s worth booking if you want the Beverly Hills experience in one 3.5-hour package: food tastings, local context, and a finish on Rodeo Drive. The $189 price is easier to justify when you factor in the tastings, the drinks, and the guide-led route that saves you from guessing your way through expensive streets.

Book it if:

• you love food that changes by stop
• you enjoy film-and-fashion stories as you walk
• you’re okay with some partners possibly varying day to day

Skip it if:

• you’re very rigid about specific restaurants or smoothie moments
• you’re looking for a mostly seated experience with little walking

FAQ

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at 455 N Rexford Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210.

What time does the tour begin?

The start time listed is 11:00 am.

How long is the experience?

It runs about 3 hours 30 minutes.

How many tastings and drinks are included?

You get four generous food tastings and two alcoholic drinks.

Is the Hailey Bieber Smoothie included?

The tour includes a stop at Erewhon where you’ll have the Hailey Bieber Smoothie, though tasting partners are not guaranteed.

Are the restaurant and tasting partners guaranteed?

No. Some tasting partners are not guaranteed, even though the tour stops there frequently.

What is the minimum age for the alcoholic drinks?

The minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18.

How many people are in a group?

The tour has a maximum of 8 travelers.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Is it offered in English, and can service animals join?

Yes, it’s offered in English, and service animals are allowed.