Six Taste Food Tours

Six Taste is a family-owned and operated food tour and team-building company in Los Angeles. Its guided tasting tours introduce visitors to the city's many food cultures one neighbourhood at a time, which is a practical approach in a city where some of the best eating is spread across districts that first-time visitors rarely find on their own.

The range of tours is wide. Options include Downtown LA, the Arts District, Little Tokyo, Santa Monica, Culver City, Sawtelle Japantown, Koreatown, Thai Town and Hollywood, along with tours focused on the San Gabriel Valley's Chinese food scene, a dumpling-focused tour, Glendale and the Persian community around Westwood. Each tour visits several eateries, with tastings and commentary on the history and culture behind the food.

Because the tours cover such different areas, they work well for repeat visitors and locals as well as first-timers. Little Tokyo and Downtown tours pair naturally with sightseeing in the centre, while Koreatown and Thai Town introduce neighbourhoods that are among the city's most rewarding for food but less obvious to navigate alone.

Food tours suit curious eaters, couples, solo travellers and families with children who enjoy trying new things. Let the company know in advance about dietary requirements or allergies, as tastings are planned around set stops. Come hungry, wear comfortable shoes for walking between venues and allow a few hours.

Private tours can be arranged for families and groups, and the company also runs team-building events for businesses, which can be tailored to a group's interests. Book ahead for weekends and holiday periods, when public tours can fill up. For visitors who are short on time, a single food tour can be one of the most efficient ways to sample the range of cuisines Los Angeles is known for, and the guides' local knowledge provides a list of places to return to later in the trip.

Meeting points vary by tour and are given at the time of booking, so check your confirmation carefully, particularly if you are travelling across the city by Metro or ride-share. For questions, Six Taste lists a phone number, which it also writes as 1 (213) 798-4SIX, and a contact form on its website.