Playa del Carmen food tour
PLAYA DEL CARMEN FOD TOUR - Step beyond the beachfront bustle and taste the Playa del Carmen most visitors never see. Once a modest fishing village and now a melting pot of flavours from every corner of Mexico, Playaβs true culinary story is written in its markets, side-street carts, and beloved neighbourhood eateries.
The lunch tour opens with taco de cochinita pibil, Yucatecan pork slow-cooked with citrus, achiote, and aromatic spices. From there, the flavours only deepen: rich mole rojo, silky rajas con crema, and fragrant tamales lifted straight from steaming baskets. Venture further into the cityβs edible undercurrent to savour low-and-slow carnitas, cecina with guacamole, and the bold Yucatecan relleno negro simmered with epazote and dark ancho chiles.
Discover the tastes that make Playa del Carmen far more than a beach town. With 14+ tastings, this is Mexicoβs culinary prowess, served straight up.
Why this tour is awesome
Mexican cuisine is far more diverse than the typical tacos and guacamole most travellers know. On this tour, youβll explore the flavours that define the YucatΓ‘n and the dishes that have journeyed from regions across Mexico to shape Playa del Carmenβs identity.
Youβll visit 7-8 local spots that are beloved by locals trying 14+ tastes of Mexico. Step off the resort path and dive straight into Playa del Carmenβs real culinary scene.
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Your guide
Dani knows Playa del Carmenβs food scene inside out, from iconic tacos to hidden neighbourhood gems and is passionate about sharing the flavours and stories that define the Riviera Maya. Warm, knowledgeable, and endlessly enthusiastic, he makes every food tour unforgettable.
Join our lunchtime Playa del Carmen food tour with 14+ tastings
Slow-cooked cochinita pibil taco with onions steeped in sour orange
The food heroes of Playa del Carmen
Visit local spots you'd like never find alone
Mixed guisado stewed tacos
Freshly-steamed tamales encased in corn husks
Tamal stuffed with chicken salsa verde
Beloved local street carts and family-run eateries
YucatΓ‘n taco de relleno negro
Try 14+ tastings across Playa del Carmen
Tender slow-cooked pork carnitas taco
The food heroes of Playa del Carmen
Crispy fried fish with a squeeze of lime
Tart sorbete de chamoy, the perfect palate cleanser
Tlacoyo placero stuffed with beans
Salted air-fried beef cecina taco with guacamole
Sign off with classic Mexican flan
Includes
- Price US $59 per person
- Language English
- Small group Maximum of 8 guests (private tours or groups of 9+, please contact us)
- Tastings 14+ tasting menu
- Drinks Bottled water and local soft drinks included
- Duration 10am - 2pm
- Guides Led by one of our superb Playa del Carmen food hosts
- Cancellation Cancel up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund
- Family friendly Families welcome on all our tours. Children discounted by 50%.
- Transport On foot, local bus
- 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. 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 9-10 tastings (out of 14 total)
- Vegan Unsuitable as meat, dairy and eggs are used in 12-13 tastings (out of 14 total)
- Pescatarian Unsuitable as meat is used in 8-9 tastings (out of 14 total)
- Pork Unsuitable as pork used in 5-6 tastings (out of 14 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 2-3 tastings (out of 14 total). Unsuitable for those with celiacc
- Lactose intolerance Unsuitable as milk, butter and cream are used in 4-5 tastings (out of 14 total). Try our lunch tour
- Tree nut / peanut allergy Possible, though peanuts are used in 1-2 tastings (out of 14 total). There are no known tree nuts
- Seafood / Shellfish allergy Possible, though seafood is used in 1-2 tastings (out of 14 total)
- 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 our Playa del Carmen 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 primarily aΒ walking tour, but the pace is gentle, and there are plenty of rest (eating) stops along the way. Join us on the bestΒ Playa del CarmenΒ food tour in the city, you won't regret it.
Meeting point
The tour departs from outside the Oficina de Turismo alongΒ Avenida Nte.Β It's easy to reach either by taxi and 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