Heart of the Acre Food Tour

​​The Acre is one of Lowell’s oldest and most iconic communities. Just west of downtown and bordered by the canal system, it has long been a landing place for new immigrants. Each wave brought its own food, faith, and culture, helping to shape the neighborhood’s character.

​​​​Historically packed with tenements and boarding houses for mill workers, the Acre developed a strong sense of community grounded in churches, cafés, mutual aid societies, and local businesses. Today, that legacy lives on in its storefronts, kitchens, and sidewalks. This tour is about more than what we eat—it's about who makes the food, and the neighborhood that made them.

​​*A note about food allergies and dietary restrictions:

​​While we do our best to accommodate guests, it can be difficult and substitutions are not always possible due to the nature of the tour and the participating restaurants.*

​​​​Stops include:

• ​​​​Sophia's Greek Pantry

• ​​​​Laos Thai Kitchen

• ​​​​Golden Tea Cafe or Cafe Eclipse

• ​​​​Viet Thai or Oshare Sushi + Bar

• ​​​​Tasty Dumplings

• ​​​​Mochinut or El Tipico Bakery

​​Attendees can park at Sophia's Greek Pantry parking lot to the left of the building.

​Please note that we may cancel a tour due to low-ticket sales or severe weather conditions. Should this occur, you will receive notice from Luma and/or a Taste the Acre representative by 1pm the day prior to the event, and a refund will be processed. You are encouraged to book a future date.