Quito food tour
QUITO FOOD TOUR - Our Quito evening tour follows the city as it winds down into the night, moving from the historic centre to La Floresta, a neighbourhood known for its street food and local eating culture.
This isnβt about fine dining. Led by a local tastemaker guide, over four hours and 14+ tastings, youβll experience how locals eat in the evening. Youβll begin in the old town with classic snacks like cevichocho, a vegetarian βcevicheβ made with lupini beans, before moving into more substantial dishes like encebollado, a Ecuadorian coastal tuna soup with yuca, and different styles of fritada, slow-cooked pork finished in its own fat.
As the evening continues, youβll explore the role of corn in Ecuadorian cooking, with dishes like tigrillo, humita, and empanadas made from morocho and green plantain. There are also plenty of street-side combinations, including toasted corn with chicharrΓ³n and Ecuadorian breads like pan de maΓz.
In La Floresta, the focus shifts to the foods locals seek out at night from grilled meats and fried tripe to larger plates like caucara completa, served with a mix of Andean sides. Along the way, youβll try traditional drinks such as chicha de jora and colada morada. The experience finishes on a sweet note with pristiΓ±os, deep-fried dough served warm.
This is Quito's food scene through the eyes of a local.
Coming in April 2026
Why this tour is awesome
Quitoβs food culture shifts in the evening, and this tour shows you that side of the city. Youβll move from the historic centre to La Floresta, eating at the street stalls and local spots that come alive after dark.
The food is varied and rooted in tradition from corn-based dishes and plantain snacks to pork cooked in different ways, hearty soups, and grilled meats. Itβs the kind of food locals turn to in the evening.
Your guide
Born and raised in Quito, Gustavo loves sharing the cityβs rich culture through its historic streets, markets, and local food scene. With a passion for tradition and everyday life, he enjoys helping guests experience the real Quito beyond the usual sights.
Join our nightly 14+ tasting tour of Quito
Encebollado, coastal Ecuadorian tuna soup with yuca
Tigrillo, scrambled plantains, eggs and cheese
Frying crisp Ecuadorian empanadas on the street
Fried empanadas with picante aji sauce
Ecuadorian lupini bean vegetarian 'ceviche'
Led by one of our Quito tastemaker guides
Andean street grills in La Floresta market
Slow-cooked fried fritada frita pork in spices
Includes
- Price US $49 per person
- Language English
- Small group Maximum of 8 guests (private tours or groups of 9+, please contact us)
- Tasting 14+ tastings
- Drinks Bottled water and local drinks
- Duration 4pm - 8pm
- Guides Led by one of our superb Quito 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 Primarily a 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. Your guide can help you find transport back at the end of the tour
Dietary information
- Dietary Coming soon
How to book
To join the Quito 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 Quito 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 Quito food tour departs from outside the Centro Comercial GalerΓas Sucre in the historical centre.Β 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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No hidden charges - all food tastings included in the price
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Authentic food experience, escape the tourist traps