About

I’m Laura Noyes, and my mission is simple: I want every guest to feel special, leave full, satisfied, and fall in love with Cincinnati just as much as I have. Exceptional customer service is at the heart of everything we do — making sure every moment of your tour is enjoyable, personal, and memorable.

We personally select the city’s best local restaurants, serving generous portions, while supporting small, family-owned businesses.

Come join us and experience Cincinnati the way locals do — full of flavor, history, and unforgettable memories!

Hi, I'm Mike. My wife Laura and I created Riverside Food Tours in the spring of 2016. We enjoy living in downtown Cincinnati and being so close to sporting events, concerts, great food and the city parks. As a tour guide, I really enjoy meeting visitors and answering questions about what to do and see. I also enjoy sharing the history, pointing out the beautiful architecture, the Ohio River, parks, street art murals and of course the food. We’re fortunate to have so many family owned local restaurants. They add a lot of fun and variety to our tours.

I am a proud resident of northern Kentucky, sometimes known as ” the south side of Cincinnati”. I am the guy that friends call when they need to know where to take out-of-town guests or what new restaurants to try. Because of my interest in and love of Cincinnati, years ago I created the board game, ‘Queen City Trivia”. I have also been an extra in numerous films shot in the area. What I love most about the “Top 10 Tour” is that it is like “Cincinnati 101”. You learn so much and see all the city’s top sites while enjoying iconic Cincinnati foods.

I love Cincinnati and I love good food! We moved downtown from the suburbs to experience the renaissance occurring in OTR and Downtown. I’m very involved in the Downtown Residents Council and I love telling our guests about the latest news, tips & openings. Riverside Food Tours allows me to share my passion for our city’s history as well as great food choices available in the area. My favorite meal is the short rib ravioli at Sotto (YUMMY!) and my favorite place is Over the Rhine in Washington Park and Findlay Market.

I am a retired educator who has a passion for the local history, arts and food of the Greater Cincinnati area. Although I’ve lived in Kentucky my whole life, I’m spending a lot more time in Cincinnati volunteering downtown. Since Cincinnati is such a foodie city, I’ve also made it my mission to dine out more! Riverside Food Tours is the perfect way to blend my passions and allow me to share my “new discoveries” with lots of friendly like minded folks.

Whenever I travel, the first thing I do is take a food tour. It’s genius! You get a smattering of local history while you enjoy regional specialties. Bonus– you get a better idea of the places you want to return to during your trip! When the opportunity arose for me to become a food tour guide in Cincinnati, I was thrilled. I am a native Cincinnatian and a Certified Tourism Ambassador for the city. I love hosting the Over-the-Rhine Cocktail Tour and welcome the chance to share the spirit and flavors of the Queen City with guests.

I love traveling and making new connections, especially since I’m not originally from Ohio. Exploring the state and delving into Cincinnati’s rich history has been a passion of mine. As a librarian, I’ve relished uncovering the innovative spirit and numerous “firsts” associated with this remarkable region. I take great joy in sharing my enthusiasm for discovering new facts and “aha” moments with participants on Riverside Food Tours. Interacting with new acquaintances, exchanging stories, and highlighting the historical landmarks of this captivating city bring me immense pleasure.

I’m a transplant from West Virginia who came to Cincinnati for my first job out of college. So much about Cincinnati was wonderful to me then, and that remains so today. For me there’s nothing better than delicious food and the interesting stories behind them. I’m from a ‘food’ family. My father supplied restaurants with fresh produce back home, and now one of his grandsons owns three restaurants in the entertainment district of my adopted city. For years I have heard about Cincinnati’s being one of the “best kept secrets” in the Midwest. As a guide for Riverside Food Tours, I will show you why Cincinnati is so special!