Guadalajara food tour
GUADALAJARA FOOD TOUR β Lunchtime in Santa Tere, Guadalajaraβs beloved neighbourhood, is the best place to capture the flavour of the city street carts, buzzy mercados, and old-school eateries that have fed locals for generations. This four-hour tour brings you straight into the cityβs culinary heart with 13+ tastings.
Start strong with warm tamales de mole verde and a fiery torta ahogada, the sandwich that defines Guadalajaraβs bold flavours. From there, the menu widens into the dishes that make Santa Tere such a culinary institution. Expect comforting chilaquiles rojos, rich birria broth, and a duo of goat-and-beef birria tacos. Hit one of Guadalajaraβs best mercados for quesadillas de flor de calabaza, local queso tastings, earthy sopita de frijoles, and the smoky depth of carne en su jugo, cooked slowly in its own juices, among much more. Along the way, cool off with tejuino con nieve de limΓ³n and refreshing horchata, two of Jaliscoβs most beloved drinks.
The afternoon ends on a sweet high with creamy jericalla and tequila-spiked ice cream, a playful nod to the spirit born in this state.
This is Guadalajara at its most utterly delicious.
Why this tour is awesome
Most travellers stick to the historic centre, but Santa Tere is where Guadalajaraβs real food culture lives. This tour takes you deep into the cityβs everyday flavours with 13+ tastings, from tortas ahogadas and mole tamales to birria, carne en su jugo, market quesadillas, and iconic Jaliscan drinks. Itβs an authentic, tasty crash course in the real food of the city.
Youβll visit 8-9 neighbourhood spots that have been feeding Guadalajara locals for years, and leave with a much deeper understanding and appreciation of Jalisco's food culture.
Your guide
Anwar grew up between Guadalajara and the United States, giving him a unique understanding of both local traditions and global perspectives. After returning to his birthplace, he became a guide to share the dishes, stories, and neighbourhoods that make this city so special.
Try 13+ tastings on our four-hour Guadalajara food tour
Torta Ahogada drowned in spicy tomato sauce, a Guadalajara classic
Ground beef taco de picadillo
Chilaquiles rojos, crispy tortilla chips in a piquant tomato sauce
Traditional goat birria taco with consome de birria
Goat birria taco with a squeeze of lime
Explore the Santa Tere neighbourhood of Guadalajara
Taste queso from Jalisco and beyond
The Guadalajara food heroes
Fried quesadilla stuffed with delicate squash blossom
This isn't about fine dining, it's about the street vendors, markets and eateries beloved by locals
Fermented corn drink with lime sorbet
A tortilla factory in Santa Tere, Guadalajara
Sopita de frijoles and carne su jugo
Sign off with tequila-flavoured nieves
Includes
- Price US $59 per person
- Language English
- Small group Our small group tours have a maximum of 8 guests. Larger private groups are available on request
- Tastings 13+ tasting menu. No hidden charges
- Drinks Bottled water and local drinks
- Duration 10am - 2pm
- Guide Led by one of our superb Guadalajara 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 8-9 tastings (out of 13 total)
- Vegan Unsuitable as meat, dairy and eggs are used in 12-13 tastings (out of 13 total)
- Pescatarian Unsuitable as meat is used in 7-8 tastings (out of 13 total)
- Pork Unsuitable as pork used in 5-6 tastings (out of 13 total)
- Halal Unsuitable, as there are no vendors on the tour route that hold halal certification
- Gluten intolerance / Celiac Possible, though gluten is present in 3-4 tastings (out of 13 total). Unsuitable for those with celiac
- Lactose intolerance Unsuitable as milk and butter are used in 6-7 tastings (out of 13 total)
- Tree nut / peanut allergy Suitable, no known peanuts or tree nuts
- Seafood / Shellfish allergy Suitable for no seafood diets or shellfish allergies
- Severe allergies Due to the nature of street food cooking, 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 the Guadalajara food tour, use the calendar to select your 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 allergies, pleaseΒ contact usΒ before booking.
What to expect
Our Guadalajara food tour is designed for adventurous eaters with an interest in discovering the food that locals eat. Itβs an easy-paced walking tour, where the terrain flat and there are plenty of rest (eating) stops along the way.
Meeting point
This Guadalajara food tour departs from outside the El Kiosco De Santa Tere in the neighbourhood of Santa Tere. It's easy to reach by taxi from most of the hotels in the city. There will be more details on your booking confirmation.Β
Cancellation Policy
Why you should book with us
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Authentic food experience, escape the tourist traps