Perth: Half-Day Smokin' BBQ Food Tour

Experience the mouthwatering flavors of Perth’s American BBQ food scene on a half-day tour. Sample delicious pit smoked meats, learn the art of ‘low and slow’ cooking, and discover hidden gems along the way.

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Up Close and Local Tours - Pick up from Perth CBD meeting point or Crown Perth accommodation.
  • Perth - Discover a special corner of Perth’s foodie scene on this one-of-a-kind food tour that explores the art of cooking with smoke and fire. A journey through Perth’s vibrant food scene, this progressive lunch tantalizes your taste buds with the rich, smoky flavors of barbecue and woodfired cooking.

Along the tasting route for this tour, you will visit some of Perth’s most authentic American style BBQ smokehouses, to sample delicious pit-smoked Barbeque meats, meet a local Kansas-trained pitmaster and gain insights into traditional ‘low and slow’ pit-smoking techniques.

As you stop in each neighborhood, your local guide will also point out some interesting local sights and a few other Perth hidden gems that are worth coming back to visit.

What's Included
  • Unique guided food tour in Perth
  • Convenient pick-up from Perth City or Crown Perth
  • Comfortable, air-conditioned transport
  • Expert local tour guide
  • Introduction to a Kansas-trained BBQ chef
  • Handcrafted cocktail at a top Perth bar (with non-alcoholic options)
  • All-inclusive lunch with smoked meats and sides
What's Not Included
  • Additional drinks may be purchased
Additional Information

Get to know a special corner of Perth’s foodie scene on a one-of-a-kind food tour that explores the art of cooking with smoke and fire. A guided food journey tantalizing your taste buds with the rich, smoky flavours only achieved through barbeque and wood-fired cooking. Visit authentic American style BBQ smokehouses to sample pit-smoked meats and decadent sides, wood-baked dessert and a handcrafted cocktail. Gain insights into ‘Low and Slow’ techniques, discover some hidden gems and explore areas that you wouldn’t see on a regular sightseeing tour.

• Visits local smokehouses and small bars
• Go behind the scenes and meet a Kansas-trained BBQ chef
• Learn about techniques of ‘low and slow’ cooking
• Enjoy a progressive lunch, stopping to taste smoked meats, sides and dessert
• Receive a handcrafted cocktail at one of Perth’s best small bars
• Convenient round trip transportation from Perth City or Crown

  • Non-alcoholic drinks can be substituted, please advise at time of booking
  • For the comfort and enjoyment of all passengers this is an adults only tour (18+)
  • Unfortunately we aren’t able to provide Vegan food options (some limited Vegetarian options are available). Most other dietary requirements can be catered for, please advise at time of booking.
  • The duration of this tour is approximate, detailed pick up information will be provided prior to your tour
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Up Close and Local Tours
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sharon
Aug 4, 2024
A great day out! - Living on the outer skirts of Perth, Hubby and I don’t get into the city much, so this was a great way to learn about a few hidden gems. Paul was a great host, friendly, informative and pick up & drop off was straight forward and stress free. Highly recommend this little tour as a fun day out for couples or friends. The food was amazing!
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Jaymonk2024
Jun 16, 2024
Highly recommend - The BBQ food tour was excellent. The food was amazing and Paul was a brilliant tour guide who made the day a very enjoyable experience. It was a great day out for me and my family.
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Fearless55617080497
Jun 1, 2024
Unforgettable Perth Local BBQ Tour - The food was divine at restaurants we did not know existed. As local residents it was quite the adventure. Thank you Paul.
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Robyn_graeme_p
May 27, 2024
Great tour, great host, great everything - So after a great day we were all very full!  Definitely a benefit of the tour is to get the kitchen/ back room sessions from the passionate experts at the venues.  It is so well organised with tables ready for us and everything timed perfectly. Paul was a knowledgeable driver and host who also helped the staff hand out the food, cleared the tables after and magically had the van waiting for us to step into as well as stories along the way. On the way back Paul drove though Vic Park and pointed out some interesting restaurants.  He safely dropped us back at the Bell Tower where we said goodbye. Paul is a great host/ driver who is very passionate about showing us all a good time. This is the third tour I have done with them and all were great.
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Atravellerfromoz
May 21, 2024
What a tasty experience! - Food tours are generally a great way to experience a new city, and this tour was no exception. It provided an opportunity to enjoy incredibly tasty BBQ food at venues I would never have stumbled across on my own (but would definitely re-visit). Not only did our tour group sample great BBQ food at several locations, but we also met some of the chefs and got an appreciation for the expert techniques they employ to ensure that their food is so good. And to cap if off, Paul is an excellent guide and a really nice guy, who shares so much of his insider knowledge of Perth. I highly recommend this tour.
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Car0bella
May 7, 2024
A meat lovers' foodie fiest!! - This tour was fantastic! Paul is an amazing Guide - extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. He took us to places we had heard of, but not yet visited. The food was terrific and the "curators" of the food passionate and great to learn from. We had a wonderful day out being tourists in our own city and highly recommend not just this tour - but also Paul, Shannon and Up Close and Local Tours!
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Margaret
Mar 18, 2024
Fantastic day out! - Fantastic day out! Paul was brilliant, the food was amazing and we visited a great variety of locations. Would highly recommend.
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452kelliannb
Mar 3, 2024
The food tour you have to do - One of the most enjoyable food tours we have ever done. Paul, our guide, was super friendly and knowledgeable. We went to some really excellent venues and ate lots of good food. Would highly recommend (just don't have breakfast before you go!).
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Backpacker580071
Feb 11, 2024
Fun day out - The interest in this tour was so high, we booked a private tour. It did not disappoint. Everyone had an amazing day. Locations were great with yumbolicious food and our host Paul was very friendly and accommodating. A must do tour for anyone who loves a good time and American style BBQ.
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Traceyhphotography
Jan 21, 2024
5/5 Stars from The Book Club Girls - What a fabulous day out! Our group haven't stopped talking about the Low and Slow BBQ Tour and will do so for years to come. We can't recommend our guide, Paul, highly enough. He is so knowledgeable, professional, amiable, and shared so much of the Perth unique smokehouse food scene and history with us. The tour was excellent value for money and included so much delicious food (we are on a serious diet now)!!! plus a cheeky cocktail too! This is our second tour with Up Close and Local Tours and we will definitely use them again! We rate our Low and Slow BBQ Tour 5/5 stars!
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