Beverly Hills Food Tour with Gourmet Tastings and Drinks

Beverly Hills tastes like a movie. This 3.5-hour walking tour strings together food, fashion, and movie-set style landmarks, with four generous tastings and two alcoholic drinks along the route. You also get city facts and fun stops that feel very Beverly Hills, without needing a car.

I like that the group stays small (max 8), so the experience doesn’t turn into a shuffle through Rodeo Drive. I also like the variety of stops, mixing iconic local names like La Scala and classic sweets from andSons with quick fashion-world breaks on Rodeo.

One thing to consider: several tasting stops are not guaranteed, so what you see on paper can shift depending on availability. Also, it’s still a walking tour, so bring good shoes and expect a steady pace.

Key Things to Know Before You Go

• Small group size (up to 8 people) helps the guide keep the day fun and moving.
• Four food tastings + two alcoholic drinks makes it feel like a full afternoon, not a snack crawl.
• Hailey Bieber Smoothie appears on the route at Erewhon and again around the Rodeo area at Kith.
• Family-owned andSons Chocolatiers is a sweet highlight with long-running local reputation.
• Rodeo Drive shopping time at the end lasts about an hour, with the exact fashion-house stop varying by day.

Price, Timing, and Why $189 Makes Sense for This Route

At $189 per person for about 3 hours 30 minutes, this tour is built like a curated afternoon: you’re paying for the guide, the walking route, and the included food and drink stops. The big value piece is that the tasting count is clear—four food tastings plus two alcoholic drinks—so you can plan your appetite without doing math every time you stop.

The timing is also realistic. You’re not stuck out for a full day, but you do get enough time to move from the civic side of Beverly Hills to the glitz of Rodeo Drive. Several stops list admission ticket included, which helps keep this from feeling like you’re constantly paying extra at each location.

The biggest “watch-out” for price value is the mix of guaranteed vs. not-guaranteed tastings. If you’re the type who wants the exact same menu every time, build in some flexibility and think of it as a best-of route that adapts.

Who This Tour Is Best For (And Who Might Be Disappointed)

This is a great fit if you want a walking day that blends Beverly Hills stories with real food and drinks. It’s also a nice option for people who don’t just want photos—they want reasons behind the landmarks and the brands you’re seeing.

It’s especially well-suited to:

• couples and friends who like sampling along the way
• visitors who want a guided path through the neighborhoods without getting lost
• anyone who likes movie-and-fashion trivia in short, easy chunks

You might want to think twice if you hate walking or you prefer a sit-down meal day. Reviews also call out that the day includes a fair amount of walking, and you’ll want healthy hunger to match the portions.

Also note the alcohol piece: the minimum age for alcohol consumption is 18, and the tour includes two alcoholic drinks as part of the program.

The Guide Makes the Difference: Brian Rodda’s Style

One of the strongest themes from the feedback is the guide experience—especially Brian Rodda. People describe him as funny, organized, and good at sharing history in a way that doesn’t feel like a lecture. The tone seems to stay playful, with plenty of city facts and details that connect the food to the place.

Because the group is capped at 8 travelers, the guide can keep an eye on everyone’s pace. Reviews also highlight that Brian includes people well, keeps things moving, and takes lots of photos during the afternoon. One group even mentioned receiving a photo reel afterward, which makes it easier to remember what you saw after you go home.

There’s also a recurring note about connections. One review said he helped secure last-minute reservations for dinner after the tour at a busy spot. That’s not a guarantee for you, but it does signal that the tour partner network in the area is real.

Stop-by-Stop: From Beverly Hills Civic Center to Rodeo Drive Fashion

This is the part that makes the tour feel like more than food. You’re walking a route where the setting changes every block—civic architecture, celebrity-adjacent shopping streets, and classic local dining.

Stop 1: Beverly Hills Civic Center

You start at 455 N Rexford Dr, at the Beverly Hills Civic Center area. The focus here isn’t just the start time—it’s the architecture of one of the expensive civic buildings in the U.S., which is a fun twist in a tour that later swings to tacos and chocolates.

Practical benefit: this first stop helps you get bearings fast. You’re learning the vibe of the area while your stomach is still neutral—so you’re ready for tastings a little later.

Stop 2: Erewhon for the Hailey Bieber Smoothie

Next up is Erewhon, a supermarket that has become its own Los Angeles destination. The headline stop is the Hailey Bieber Smoothie. It’s listed as not guaranteed like other tasting partners, but the tour says it stops here frequently on walking food experiences.

Why this works: it’s not just about drinking something. It’s a quick cultural checkpoint. Erewhon is part wellness, part trend, part celebrity-adjacent LA branding—so you’ll understand the local buzz while still getting a tasty break.

Stop 3: The Wallis Annenberg (Historic Landmark Stop)

Then you move to the Wallis Annenberg, described as a Beverly Hills historical landmark. The building used to be a train station and post office, which gives you a real sense of how the area evolved into today’s Beverly Hills scene.

Why it fits the tour theme: it’s the “film and fashion” bridge. You’ll see how older structures and modern fame share space here, and the guide can connect that to the broader movie-setting energy.

The downside is time: this is likely a short viewing moment rather than a deep ticketed museum experience, since the day is mostly built around walking and tastings.

Stop 4: La Scala

La Scala is positioned as an institution in Beverly Hills. The tour indicates that tasting partners are not guaranteed, but this is a frequent stop on the route.

What to expect: a classic sit-down restaurant feel that rounds out the day. If the earlier stops feel trend-driven, this is where you get something that feels more established and “Beverly Hills classic.”

Stop 5: Cantina Frida Tacos

For the savory highlight, you’re heading to Cantina Frida, known for one of the best “Mexico-city” style tacos in Los Angeles (as described in the tour info). Again, tastings can be availability-dependent, but this is also a frequent stop.

Why it matters: tacos keep the tour grounded. Between fashion brands and smoothie culture, this gives you a real street-food style payoff—easy to eat while walking, and memorable in a simple way.

Stop 6: andSons Chocolatiers

Next is andSons Chocolatiers, a family-owned and operated chocolatier serving gourmet bon-bons since 1983. It’s described as one of Oprah’s favorite things and has appeared in The NY Times and food and wine media.

This stop is a smart mid-to-late afternoon move. Sweet tastings feel like a reward right before you hit Rodeo Drive. Also, chocolate is easy to share and sample, so it tends to work well in small groups.

Stop 7: Kith Beverly Hills (Including Another Smoothie Moment)

Then it’s Kith Beverly Hills, called one of the cooler fashion houses on Rodeo for the Gen Z crowd. The tour also notes there’s an ice cream shop inside, and it lists another Hailey Bieber Smoothie stop here.

If you’re wondering whether it’s repetitive: it depends how the tasting plan is running that day. But thematically, it connects the smoothie trend with the fashion trend—both are part of the Rodeo ecosystem.

Stop 8: Rodeo Drive Fashion House End (About 1 Hour)

You finish on Rodeo Drive, at a fashion house. The exact store can vary by day, but it’s always on Rodeo Drive and the tour includes about 1 hour so you can shop on one of the most famous shopping streets in the world.

This is the smart way to end. You’ve already learned and eaten, so the last hour becomes your personal choice: browse, take photos, or just soak in the atmosphere.

What You’ll Eat and Drink (And How to Plan Your Appetite)

You’re looking at four generous food tastings and two alcoholic drinks. Even if you don’t know every name on the schedule, this is enough food to keep you satisfied for an afternoon.

Here’s how to plan so you don’t regret it:

• Come hungry. Reviews specifically mention you’ll be stuffed by the end.
• Expect portions that are more than “tiny bites.”
• If you’re sensitive to alcohol, you can still enjoy the tasting experience, but keep in mind the drinks are part of the plan.

Also remember that some tasting partners are not guaranteed. If a specific stop is unavailable, the guide still works within the tour format to keep the overall tasting count on track.

Movie-Set Energy Without the Overhype

The tour’s big selling point is the blend of food, film, and fashion. That doesn’t just mean famous street names. You’ll hear fun facts about Beverly Hills as you walk between places tied to Hollywood culture and iconic scenery.

There’s also a real-life “bonus” theme in the feedback: at least one group reported spotting a major celebrity (Russell Crowe) during a stop, and another mentioned celebrity sightings while eating and sipping at a location connected to the Wallis area. You can’t plan around that, but it supports the idea that the area’s famous residents show up in the day-to-day.

The takeaway for you: don’t treat this as a quest for celebrities. Treat it as a guided walk where the Hollywood aura is built into the landmarks and stories.

Practical Tips That Make the Day Easier

A few things will make your experience smoother right away:

• Wear good walking shoes. Reviews call out that there’s a fair amount of walking.
• Bring an appetite. The tastings add up fast.
• Be ready for availability changes. Some stops are not guaranteed, so keep your expectations flexible.
• Bring a light layer. Even if the weather looks great in the morning, Los Angeles afternoons can shift. The tour requires good weather, and if it’s canceled for poor conditions, you’ll be offered another date or a refund.
• Plan for end-of-tour shopping. Rodeo Drive is the finish line, with about an hour to browse a fashion house.

If photos matter to you, you’re in luck. Reviews mention Brian takes lots of photos, and at least one group noted a photo reel after the tour. That’s a nice extra when you want a memory that doesn’t rely only on your phone.

Should You Book This Beverly Hills Food and Fashion Tour?

If you want a guided Beverly Hills afternoon that mixes real tastings, drinks, and stories, this is an easy yes. The small group size, the clear inclusion of four tastings plus two alcoholic drinks, and the guide energy around Brian Rodda are the strongest reasons to book.

I’d especially recommend it if you’re the type who enjoys short walking segments, likes food stops that feel like local culture (not just tourist buffet samples), and wants time at the end to browse Rodeo Drive at your own pace.

If you hate walking, you’re extremely picky about exact food stops being guaranteed, or you’re not interested in the fashion-and-film angle at all, then this may feel like too much movement and too many themed stops for one afternoon.

FAQ

What does the tour include?

The tour includes four generous food tastings and two alcoholic drinks. It also includes admission ticket items at some stops, and the end on Rodeo Drive includes a free shopping hour (the specific fashion house can vary).

How long is the Beverly Hills Food Tour?

It lasts about 3 hours 30 minutes.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at 455 N Rexford Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 and ends on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. The final fashion-house stop can vary by day.

What time does the tour begin?

The start time listed is 11:00 am.

Are the food stops guaranteed?

No. The tour info states that tasting partners are not guaranteed, though the tour says it stops at key locations frequently on walking food experiences.

Is there an age requirement for alcohol?

Yes. The minimum age for alcohol consumption is 18. Service animals are allowed, and the tour is near public transportation.