Oaxaca Food Tour with 10+ Dishes of Authentic Mexican Flavors
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Journey through all facets of Mexican cuisine, from traditional "abuelita" recipes to three different Tlayudas and regional dishes freshly made in a local spot. You will experience the delicious taste of the famous Black and Red Moles, as well as a crispy Fried Chile Relleno. Our tour visits two local markets for your delight: Mercado 20 de Noviembre and Mercado Benito Juárez, before walking towards the Zócalo, a charming square brimming with history, stunning architecture, and culture.
Oaxaca’s old town is the perfect area to experience the colorful atmosphere and discover the vibrant flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine, including a uniquely flavored traditional regional shaved ice.
At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Oaxaca's most delicious dishes. Including three traditional favorites! Strolled through the most picturesque streets, and gained a better understanding of our culture and history. Plus, don't forget our Secret Dish!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Welcome to our starting point! Here our guide will introduce themselves and provide an engaging overview of the entire culinary tour.
Mercado 20 De Noviembre
Start a delectable journey as we savor our first bites and learn more about markets in Oaxaca! Our food journey begins with two amazing bites at the famous Mercado 20 de Noviembre in Oaxaca: one savory and one sweet. We'll indulge in a classic Mexican dish renowned for its rich history and unique to this city: our special Mole Negro, to be enjoyed alongside another distinct Mole from Oaxaca; then Chili relleno and more!
Options
Private Tour Option
Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a private Oaxaca food tour for just you and your group with a private guide !
Small Group Food Tour
Small Group Tour: Pick this option to join our Oaxaca Secret Food Tours in a group of 12 people or less!
What‘s Included
The one and only Oaxacan quesillo cheese
Fried Chile Relleno
Ancestral Tejate (Pre-Hispanic cocoa drink)
Variety of typical local foods from the historical center
Water
Oaxacan Black Mole and Mole Rojo Tasting
Our delicious Secret Dish
Oaxacan Traditional Earthy Olla coffee
Chapulines - Grasshoppers for the brave
Uniquely flavored Traditional Regional shaved ice
3 Traditional Oaxacan dishes
Gratuites
Pick-up and Drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Experience
lilianaaT4394MY,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ricardo knew a lot of history and was very knowledgeable. He gave a lot of great tips and advice on where to eat and shop. He introduced us to many cultural customs.
Great tour of Oaxaca’s delicious cuisine
cescaboughton,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Armando is very knowledgeable and passionate about the food of Oaxaca. We ate many delicious things and had a great walk around town. And even got to try some local craft beers an Mezcal. I would 100% recommend this experience!
Delicious and Vibrant
N7045ELdianak,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kicked off our 5-day family vacation in Oaxaca with Ricardo leading our food tour. We booked a public tour, but it ended up being private, which was particularly helpful for modifying for our group members' allergies and pescatarian diet. The tour was a great pace, beyond generous in portions, and a delightfully supportive way to ease into the markets and cuisine.
Our tour guide Ricardo...
Richard H,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Ricardo was extremely knowledgeable about Oaxacan food, culture, and history. Not only did we get to taste a lot of amazing things but we also learned a lot about Oaxaca. Highly recommend this tour!
Fabulous experience!
Sharon K,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Armando was a perfect guide, attentive, knowledgeable, a delight. And each stop along they way introduced us to new tastes. Everything was delicious!
Awesome!
Mary M,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Small group, which is perfect. Really interesting and super tasty foods, and we stopped in both market booths and separate restaurants. I liked that. Great tour!
Amazing food tour in Oaxaca City
Camaleon gastrocafe,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing food tour in Oaxaca City with Armando as our guide. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about Oaxacan cuisine. We explored local markets, including Mercado Benito Juárez, and tasted incredible dishes like mole, tlayudas, and traditional drinks. Armando explained the history and cultural meaning behind each dish, making the experience both delicious and educational. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to truly experience the flavors and culture of Oaxaca.
Food tour.
NJ201176,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Antonio was an excellent guide. Good food and good information about the local area and local foods. The markets were interesting and Antonio had lots of good information.
Yummy tour! We got to try...
Carolyn H,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Yummy tour! We got to try many things we wouldn’t have had if we were on our own. Armando did a great job explaining everything to us and also giving us time to enjoy the food. We had a mix of market food, chocolate and a few items from nicer restaurants. Highly recommend!
Great way to learn about Oaxacan food traditions
lynnej177,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We lucked out and had a private tour with Armando. Really enjoyed our stops in the Benito Juarez market and also several specialty food shops - a great opportunity to learn about Oaxacan foods. And since my partner does not like spicy food, Armando helped us navigate that as well - much appreciated!
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