Salvador food tour
SALVADOR FOOD TOUR - Our evening tour of Salvador explores the flavours of Bahia in the streets and local kitchens. Over four hours and 12+ tastings, youβll move through the historic heart of the city, from the Mercado Modelo to the cobbled streets and colourful facades of Pelourinho, discovering the food traditions that define Salvador.
The tour begins at the market before riding the Elevador Lacerda, the iconic lift that links the cityβs upper and lower levels. Expect a wide range of flavours and textures. Youβll start with sweet and comforting bites like bolinho de estudante, a cassava doughnut rolled in cinnamon sugar, and cocada, a traditional coconut candy. Savour different styles of Brazilian cheese bread, try tapioca flatbread filled with carne do sol and cheese, and pause for a small glass of cravinho, a clove-infused cachaΓ§a popular in Salvadorβs historic centre.
As the evening unfolds, youβll experience some of Bahiaβs most iconic street foods. Watch acarajΓ©, the famous black-eyed bean fritter of Afro-Bahian cuisine, being prepared and stuffed with rich vatapΓ‘. Snack on charcoal-grilled queijo coalho, crispy cod fritters, and the beloved Brazilian street classic coxinha.
Along the way there are refreshing pauses too, including coconut and lime juice and freshly pressed sugarcane juice.
The experience finishes with a Bahian spread in Santo AntΓ΄nio. Here youβll sit down to dishes that reflect the deeper flavours of the region like ximxim de galinha, a slow-cooked chicken stew enriched with peanuts and spices, alongside caruru okra stew, toasted cassava flour, and fried plantain.
Part street food crawl, part cultural deep dive, this tour is designed to introduce you to the layered culinary traditions of Salvador where African, Portuguese, and indigenous influences come together to create one of Brazilβs most distinctive food cultures.
Why this tour is awesome
Salvadorβs food tells the story of the city itself. This tour takes you through markets, street stalls, and neighbourhood spots to experience the Afro-Bahian flavours that make Bahiaβs cuisine so distinctive. From acarajΓ© frying in palm oil to grilled queijo coalho and slow-cooked ximxim de galinha, youβll taste dishes that locals grow up eating.
Along the way youβll ride the iconic Elevador Lacerda, explore the cobbled streets of Pelourinho, and sample everything from sweet coconut candy and cassava doughnuts to clove-infused cachaΓ§a and fresh sugarcane juice.
Itβs a relaxed, small-group experience designed to give you a genuine introduction to Salvador through its food.
Your guide
A Salvador native, Gabriel guides with a passion for the cityβs Afro-Brazilian culture, vibrant street life, and unique cuisine. From bustling markets to traditional Bahian dishes, he enjoys introducing guests to the culture and everyday life that define Salvador.
Join our daily evening 12+ tasting tour around Salvador
Bolinho de estudante cassava doughnuts
Take the iconic Elevador Lacerda for views over Salvador
Catch the beautiful views over the waterfront
The food heroes of Salvador
Fluffy pΓ£ozinho, Brazilian cheese rolls
Explore the old town of Salvador
Explore Salvador's food scene with an expert local tastemaker guide
Four hours of feasting around old Salvador
Try 12+ tastings on our evening Bahian food tour
Visit a historic Bahian bar
Cheers with clove-infused cachaça
Learn about the secrets of Bahian cookery
Fried acarajΓ© with shrimps and vatapΓ
The food heroes of Salvador
Queijo coalho cheese grilled over hot charcoal
Visit spots you'd struggle to find alone
Discover the food scene of the city through the eyes of a local
Chicken filled coxinha de esquina
Bahian stewed chicken with farofa, okra, vatapa and fluffy rice
Includes
- Price US $79 per person
- Language English
- Small group Maximum of 8 guests (private tours or groups of 9+, please contact us)
- Tastings 12+ tastings
- Drinks Bottled water and local drinks included
- Duration 4pm - 8pm
- Guides Led by one of our superb Salvador 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
- 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 Possible, though pork is used in 3-4 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Vegan Unsuitable as meat, seafood and dairy are used in 7-8 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Pescatarian Possible, though meat is used in 1-2 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Pork Pork does not typically feature in any tastings
- Halal Unsuitable for a halal diet as no vendors are certified
- Gluten intolerance / Celiac Possible, though gluten is present in 3-4 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Lactose intolerance Unsuitable as dairy is used in 6-7 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Tree nut / peanut allergy Possible, though peanuts are used in 1-2 tasting, and tree nuts are used in 1-2 tastings (out of 12 total)
- Seafood / Shellfish allergy Possible, though seafood is used in 1-2 tastings (out of 12 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 the Salvador 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 Salvador food tour is designed for adventurous eaters with an interest in discovering the food that locals eat. Itβs an easy-paced walking tour with plenty of rest (eating) stops along the way.
Meeting point
This Salvador food tour departs from outside theΒ Β Mercado Modelo in theΒ ComΓ©rcio neighbourhood.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.
Cancellation Policy
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