Food tours have become popular in Thailand’s tourism industry over the last decade. Some people are unaware that such a tour exists. When people think of tours, they think of multi-day sightseeing trips from one city to another. The entire cuisine excursion takes a few hours to finish. It is ideal for solos, couples, and families. The majority of food tours are only available in English. It is not very popular with Asian tourists.
1. Check that they have a ‘TAT license’ before making a reservation.

Many food tour operators have websites where they sell their products and services. You have no idea which one is genuine. Make no decisions based on the site’s design. A beautiful and professional-looking website does not necessarily imply legitimacy. A bad-looking website can also be legal. The only thing you need to be concerned about is their TAT license. It is a license issued by the Tourism Authority of Thailand that ensures the business is completely legitimate. A tourism firm’s website with a missing ‘TAT license’ indicates that it is an unlicensed business that operates illegally in Thailand from an overseas firm. It is impossible to locate a food tour agency that is not licensed. Unlicensed tour companies may have many positive reviews on a platform, but all of these reviews can be fabricated by paying someone to post them online on sites such as tripadvisor, getyourguide, and google reviews.
A TAT license has 7 digits that look like this ‘12/12345’. This content shown how to check the license if it is valid on this page: Food Tour Scams
2. Do not rely on the reviews.

You cannot rely on online reviews because anyone can make up comments and feedback. A tour agency with hundreds of positive reviews does not necessarily imply that it is authentic. A tour with 3-5 starred reviews appears to be more trustworthy than a tour with all 5-star reviews. Without participating in the food tour, anyone can leave an evaluation of the tour on the internet.
3. Other vegan and vegetarian menu options
If any of you are allergic to something, prefer vegan food, or are vegetarian, make sure the food tour you want to book can accommodate you; otherwise, you will miss out on the best eating experience on the tour. Each food tour has a well-planned itinerary, so most are not designed for allergic or vegetarian people. A vegetarian restaurant is difficult to find and not very popular in Thailand, unless you go to an Indian or vegetarian stall where the menu is available. Most food tour groups visit street food stalls rather than restaurants in order to get a true taste of the cuisine.
4. Private Tour Option

If you prefer a private tour, ensure that the tour provides these options. If you dislike waiting for others on the tour, are afraid of being late, or prefer some privacy for your group. A private food tour can be a great way for you and your group to get the most out of your excursion. If you join the private tour by yourself, it can be boring.
5. The Existence of the Food Tour Agency

Check the presence of a food tour agency to see if it is legitimate and has a physical address in Thailand. Most food tour websites you see online are either based outside of the country or do not include an address in Thailand. A phone number or contact information is insufficient to prove the legitimacy of the company. When booking any tour on the internet, always be cautious. Do not be swayed by their marketing ploy.
Conclusion
There are numerous companies that offer food tours in Thailand; however, before booking any tour, ensure that the organization has a ‘TAT license’ clearly displayed on the website, name card, or office entrance. A tour business without a license is illegal and a crime. If something goes wrong during the tour, such as an accident, an unlicensed agency will not be held liable for anything that occurs on the tour.
Some tour reviews are fabricated, while others are genuine. Real feedback should include 3-5 starred reviews; if all 5 starred reviews are present, it may appear suspicious. Based on their individual tour experience, not everyone will provide equal feedback.
A good food tour should offer a variety of options for catering to their clients’ needs, such as private or group tours, as well as vegetarian options.
Check that the tour company’s website and promotional materials include a valid physical address. A travel agency must include contact information so that customers can easily get in with the organization. If the agency is located outside of Thailand, you will find it more difficult to contact them, even if you can call them.
If you are looking for a legitimate food tour agency check out this website: Food Tour Thailand