Buenos Aires food tour
BUENOS AIRES FOOD TOUR - Lunchtime in Buenos Aires is a serious affair to porteΓ±os. This four-hour walking food tour explores the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo tracing the immigrant flavours that define porteΓ±o cooking. Along the way, youβll enjoy 12+ tastings that reveal why Buenos Aires is one of the worldβs great food cities.
The tour starts strong with classic bolas de fraile and alfajores de maicena pequeΓ±o before pausing at a historic vermuteria for house-cured jamon, pickled eggplants and crisp chard fritters paired with a glass of vermouth.
You'll learn about the history of San Telmo market, and try flaky classic Argentine empanadas and classic choripan with piquant chimichuri, before stoping in a backstreet spot known only for locals which specialise in slices of fugazza rellena, and fainΓ‘, the chickpea flatbread inseparable from porteΓ±o pizza culture
Sign off the tour the only way a Buenos Aires tour should with smoky tira de asado beef ribs cooked over charcoal, rich grilled provoleta cheese and a classic Argentine flan.
Why this tour is awesome
Buenos Aires is famous for its meat, but the cityβs real food story is far broader. Knowing where to go, what to order, and how the dishes fit into daily porteΓ±o life takes local insight. This tour isn't about fine dining, its about the dishes and recipes treasured by locals.
With 12+ tastings, youβll experience the real Buenos Aires cooking, from classic market dishes and pizza traditions to charcoal-grilled meats and beloved sweets. Along the way, youβll gain a deeper understanding of the cityβs immigrant food roots and leave with the confidence to continue exploring Buenos Airesβ food scene beyond the obvious stops.
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Your guide
A proud porteΓ±a, Victoria was born and raised in Buenos Aires and loves sharing the city through its neighbourhoods and food. From classic cafΓ©s to grand markets and historic eateries, she enjoys helping guests experience the real Buenos Aires.
Your guide
Ana is all about the food. Born and raised in Buenos Aires, sheβs constantly on the hunt for the cityβs best bites, from no-frills neighbourhood spots to iconic local institutions. Her tours are flavour-packed, and full of personality, just like Buenos Aires itself.
Your guide
Catalina is fascinated by the stories behind Buenos Aires, from its historic cafΓ©s to the traditions that still shape daily life. She brings a thoughtful, cultural lens to the tour, connecting each dish and neighbourhood to the cityβs past and identity.
Join our daily 12+ taster food tour of Buenos Aires
Pause in an old vermuteria
Argentinian cured ham with pickled eggplants and house vermouth
Visit local spots in the San Telmo neighbourhood
Cheese and onion fugazza rellena
Classic baked empanada carne and empanada onion and cheese
Pause for Argentinian meat in a local old parilla
Tira de asado charcoal-grilled beef ribs
Led by our team of Buenos Aires tastemaker guides
Includes
- Price US $99 per person
- Lanugage English
- Small group Our small group tours have a maximum of 8 guests. Larger private groups are available on request
- Tastings 12+ tasting menu. No hidden charges
- Drinks Bottled water and a locally made vermouth
- Duration 11am - 3pm
- Guide Led by one of our superb Buenos Aires food hosts
- Cancellation Cancel up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund
- Family friendly Families welcome on all our tours. Children 50% discount
- Transport Walking tour
- Instant confirmation Book now to secure your space (before we sell out!)
- Pick up / drop off Our guests come from all over the city, so to save time we have a meeting point for everyone. Your guide can help you find transport back at the end of the tour
Dietary information
- General advice Many local eateries specialise in signature menus, and may not have alternatives. It is not always possible to cater for all dietary requests at every stop
- Vegetarian Unsuitable as meat is used in 3-4 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Vegan Unsuitable as meat and dairy are used in all tastings
- Pescatarian Unsuitable as meat is used in 3-4 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Pork Possible, though pork is used in 2-3 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Halal Unsuitable, as there are no vendors on the tour route that hold halal certification
- Gluten intolerance / Celiac Unsuitable as gluten is used in 8-9 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Lactose intolerance Unsuitable as milk and butter is used in 7-8 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Tree nut / peanut allergy Suitable for mild peanut and tree nut allergies
- Seafood / Shellfish allergy Suitable as there are typically no seafood tastings
- Severe allergies Due to the nature of local eateries, we can never guarantee any dish to be 100% free from allergens, as there is always the risk of traces and cross-contamination. It is unsuitable for severe allergies. Contact us: info@achefstour.com
How to book
To join our Buenos Aires food tour, use the calendar above to select your preferred date, and secure your tour with your card. For special requests, private bookings, or dietary requirements, pleaseΒ contact us. Safety of our customers is our first priority, so if you have any food allergies, pleaseΒ contact usΒ before booking.
What to expect
This tour is designed for adventurous eaters with an interest in discovering the food locals eat. Itβs a walking tour, but the pace is gentle, the terrain flat and there are plenty of rest (eating) stops along the way. Join us on the best Buenos Aires food tour in the city, you won't regret it.
Meeting point
The tour departs from theΒ Escultura Don Pedro de Mendoza in the San Telmo neighbourhood. It's easy to reach by taxi from much of the city. There will be more details on your booking voucher.Β
Cancellation Policy
Why you should book with us
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No hidden charges - all food tastings included in the price
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Authentic food experience, escape the tourist traps