Austin Food Tour with Local Flavors, Tacos & 5 Food Tastings
Overview
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3 hours
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Join us on our Secret Food Tour of Downtown Austin and let our expert guides and your taste buds take you on a culinary adventure through the bustling streets in the heart of the live music capital of the world. Discover the flavors of Texas as you indulge in a variety of dishes, including the famous BBQ brisket and Instagram-worthy breakfast tacos, among many other mouthwatering options.
Or escape the hustle and bustle of Downtown to discover a living, breathing Texan landmark on our Secret Food Tour of South Congress. Discover Austin's vibrant and unique dining, nightlife, and shopping district that the locals call "SoCo" and stumble upon delicious diner favorites, smoked BBQ specialties, and refreshing sweet treats. See firsthand why this town is so fabulously "weird" and learn why we want to keep it that way!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
*Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
*This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
On our Secret Food Tour: Downtown Austin, let our guides and your stomach lead you through the busy streets of the central and historic area of the live music capital of the world for an urban gastronomy experience. You'll try numerous foods, from our famous BBQ brisket to our Instagramable breakfast tacos, plus lots more. Don’t forget our Secret Dish as well!
South Congress Avenue
On our Secret Food Tour: Austin - South Congress, let our guides take you on an eclectic journey through Austin's vibrant and unique dining, nightlife, and shopping district that the locals call "SoCo." On your adventure, you're likely to stumble upon delicious diner favorites, smoked BBQ specialties, and refreshing sweet treats. Don’t forget our Secret Dish as well!
What‘s Included
BBQ Brisket & Texas Style Pinto Beans
Carmelo Classico Cheesecake
Falafel Bite | Curry Dip & Malaysian Flatbread
Austin Breakfast Taco | Texas Wildflower Honey Smoothie
Artisanal Ice Cream
The best & most traditional Austin Tacos
~~ 3-Hour Downtown Austin Tour ~~
~~ 2-Hour Express Tour ~~
Our Delicious Secret Dish!
Gratuities
Pick-up and Drop-off
Options
Private Austin Downtown Tour
Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of Austin Downtown for only you and your group Starting point: 111 N Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Austin Downtown Group tour
Small Group Food Tour: Choose this option to join our Secret Food Tour Austin Downtown in a group of 12 people or less! Starting point: 111 N Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701, USA
2-Hour Express Food Tour
East Austin Express Tour: Choose this option to join our 2-Hour Express East Austin Food Tour ! Starting point: Cosmic Saltillo, 1300 E 4th St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
South Congress Private Tour
Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of Austin SOUTH CONGRESS for only you and your group Starting point: Jo's Coffee – South Congress, 1300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Reviews
1,040 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolutely recommend...
Richard S,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely recommend doing a food tour! It was a great experience as well as gaining knowledge of where things are in the neighborhoods. Wish we had done this on day one!
Fun but food variety lacking for price.
crazytown0825,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour was fun. We had a good group of people and Alexis was very entertaining. I wish there was more variety with the food. For $100 I expected a little more than 3taco places and a smoothie. We did taste brisket at Cooper’s which was good. Cooper’s should have been the last place before dessert as it was the highlight (to me). I’m not sure what “the secret” part was. I enjoyed walking around the city with highlights pointed out. I just wished for more variety of food like some other food tours I’ve been on.
Not worth it
Alishia S,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Not worth the value. Very dissapointing. 2 tacos, 1 ounce of brisket, a kids smoothie and mini cheesecake is NOT worth $95.
Our tour guide was very...
Kathleen W,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the area and definitely about the food places to visit. We really enjoyed all the food we tasted on the tour.
Great food tour in Downtown Austin
crystalwY159SM,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience in downtown Austin. We learned a lot about the area and had great food along the way. Sohail was a great tour guide.
5 star Austin Food Tour
Tour07385056933,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good variety of tastings. Lily was good at sharing facts with f Austin especially since she grew up here.
Three Elder Sisters in Austin for a reunion
Patricia R,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Three elder sisters enjoying Austin, thanks to this amazing tour. Our guide Lily amazed us with her fascinating, detailed local knowledge. We knew within minutes that our food tour would be so much more than tasty. We hit the lottery with Lily!
Food and a fun time in Austin
Nancy A,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lyly was a great guide! Knowledgeable, entertaining, happy - and the food locations were a tasty cross section of Austin’s best. I couldn’t recommend Lyly and this tour more!
Yummiest tour of Austin
Jeffrey R,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Some of these food tastings will change your life. Super delicious treats and a history tour of Austin. I swear that the breakfast taco at Veracruz was the best thing I’ve ever eaten.
Great way to eat in Austin
U5071NFmarka,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great food but be prepared to walk a lot (I'm a senior citizen). Guide was very knowledgeable. I didn't need dinner that night!
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