Planning a food tour in Denver? You’ve got options — but not all tours are created equal. While Secret Food Tours might pop up in your search, there are a few things you should know before booking. Here’s a closer look at how they stack up against Delicious Denver Food Tours.
Spoiler: We think there’s a clear winner. Let’s dig in.
✅ 1. We’re Local. They’re Not.
Delicious Denver Food Tours is proudly owned and operated right here in Denver. Our guides, restaurants, and stories are all homegrown.
Secret Food Tours? They’re part of a UK-based chain running generic tours in dozens of cities worldwide. Denver isn’t their specialty — it’s just another pin on their map.
📍 2. Consistent, Curated Stops — Not a Mystery Every Time
Our tour stops are consistent, award-winning, and carefully selected. You’ll know exactly what to expect: incredible food, great service, and local gems.
Secret Food Tours? Not so much. Their stops change frequently, and their “secret” tasting isn’t clever — it’s a way to cover for inconsistent or unconfirmed stops. They even list Biker Jim’s as a featured stop… which has been closed for a while now.
💸 3. Transparent Pricing (No Hidden Upsells)
We believe food tours should be simple. Our prices include everything you’d expect — generous tastings, great service, and the option to upgrade for affordable drink pairings.
Secret Food Tours costs more up front, and the drinks package is a pricey add-on- (almost double what ours is!). Plus, some customers report getting hit with foreign transaction fees because their payment processing runs through the UK.
❌ 4. They Often Cancel Tours Last-Minute
We run tours every single day. Rain, snow, sunshine — we’re out there with our guests.
But with Secret Food Tours, cancellations happen if not enough people sign up. If you’re only in town for a few days, that unpredictability is a real risk.
🥗 5. Poor Dietary Accommodation
We regularly accommodate dietary needs like vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy free — just give us a heads-up.
Secret Food Tours? Their FAQ flat-out says some tours cannot accommodate dietary restrictions. That’s not great in a food scene as diverse as Denver’s.
⚠️ 6. Outdated and Inaccurate Info
When their site lists closed restaurants and doesn’t reflect their actual tour stops, it raises a red flag. We know our partners, love our tastings and our guides are highly trained and polished presenters ready to share up to date accurate info about Denver and it’s dining scene.
🏆 7. Our Reputation Speaks for Itself
With thousands of 5-star reviews on Google and Viator, Delicious Denver Food Tours is one of the highest-rated experiences in the city. Our guides are fun, knowledgeable locals, and our guests consistently rave about the food, the stories, and the connection to Denver’s culture. With less than 100 reviews on Google, Secret Food Tours operation in Denver just isn’t up to snuff.
🌍 Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Delicious Denver Food Tours | Secret Food Tours Denver |
|---|---|---|
| Locally Owned & Operated | ✅ Yes — Denver-based and proud | ❌ No — UK-based global chain |
| Consistent Tour Stops | ✅ Yes, curated and dependable | ❌ No, stops change and aren’t listed clearly |
| Pricing Transparency | ✅ All tastings included, optional drinks | ❌ Higher base price, drinks cost extra |
| Dietary Accommodations | ✅ Vegetarian, gluten-free & more | ❌ Limited — many restrictions not supported |
| Cancellations | ✅ Tours run daily, no matter what | ❌ May cancel if not enough guests booked |
| Updated Restaurant Info | ✅ Yes, local and accurate | ❌ No — lists closed spots like Biker Jim’s |
| Customer Reviews | ⭐ 5.0 on Google & Viator | ⭐ Mixed — some praise, some issues reported |
| Payment Processing | ✅ US-based — no surprises | ❌ Foreign fees reported due to UK billing |
Final Bite
If you want a cookie-cutter tour run from overseas, go with Secret Food Tours.
If you want a delicious, personal, locally-rooted experience that tells the story of Denver through its food — book with us.
We’ll save you a seat.