Private Tour
Montevideo Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on a flavorful journey through Montevideo with our curated food walking tour, designed to immerse you in the city's diverse culinary scene. Led by a local guide, this tour invites you to explore iconic neighborhoods and savor an array of street food, from savory empanadas to delightful sweet treats, while sipping on traditional Mate tea—a cornerstone of Uruguayan culture. As you wander through vibrant streets, your guide will share captivating stories and intriguing facts about Montevideo’s rich history and architectural heritage, seamlessly blending gastronomic pleasures with cultural exploration. This tour promises a memorable experience, combining taste and tradition in every step. Bring your curiosity and appetite for a truly enriching adventure through Montevideo's dynamic flavors and fascinating past.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Experience the flavors of Montevideo on this curated food walking tour that invites you to discover the city's diverse culinary landscape. Led by a local guide, this journey takes you through iconic neighborhoods, where you'll taste a variety of street food, from savory empanadas to delectable sweet treats. Along the way, sip on traditional Mate tea, a staple in Uruguayan culture, and gain unique insights into the city's rich history and architectural heritage. As you stroll through the streets, your guide shares captivating stories and lesser-known facts about Montevideo's past, enriching your understanding of its cultural tapestry. This tour seamlessly blends gastronomic delights with cultural exploration, offering a truly memorable experience. Bring your curiosity and appetite as you embark on this flavorful journey through Montevideo's vibrant streets.
What‘s Included
Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group.
Food & Drinks Tastings
Customization of the tour
Walking tour
Tips (Optional)
Options
3 Hours Small Group Food Tour
Duration: 3 hours
3 Hours Private Food Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
food tour
Robert B,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour guide, history and food. The walks were very reasonable and we liked the guide, very friendly and safe environment.
Empanadas, pizza, ice cream, pasties, and cafajores included!
kmontill,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This excursion was the perfect way to see Montevideo and enjoy the traditional foods of Uruguay. Walter was very friendly and knowledgeable and gave us the perfect small group tour! He definitely knows all the good places to eat too! Thank you for a fun day!
Walking tour of Montevideo
JASON W,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Walter was very informative and gave us a very nice tour of the old city of Montevideo. The chivitis was excellent and we got some nice sweet treats too.
It was a great sampling...
Nancy P,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great sampling of Uruguayan food. Our guide was very knowledgeable and we also got a tour of the city as we went to different food places.
Guide was able to make a good tour out of scheduling complications
Caitlin Y,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide to explained to us that our cruise port visit happened to fall on a Sunday, which means many of the regular stops are closed. We asked her to do what she could to show us local cuisine, typical of what she’d have on the regular tour. She was able to find us representative Urugyan food and shared some stories of being native to Montevideo. We appreciated Perla’s hospitality!
Fantastic Food Toir in Montevideo
Kim M,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Walter was so informative and we loved being exposed to the traditional food and culture. This was an amazing tour.
Walter is the best
John L,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Walter was informative, flexible and on time. He adjusted to our energy level and interests. We had a very good time and would recommend the tour (and Walter) to anyone.
Keep looking for a different tour
Angela L,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Our guide was switched out just a few days prior to the excursion, we were on a cruise and didn't see this until we were in Uruguay. We have a lovely tour guide... BUT we didn't get a food tour - but a history tour. We asked several times about when we'd eat, and eventually were given a sandwich to split. I notified the tour operator after the fact and first they said they'd respond, after they didn't for a couple of weeks I reached back out to be told they have to profit margin on this booking and hoped I understood. I'd look elsewhere.
Good way to try different foods and see part of the city
Wanderer51844547698,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did what ended up being a private food tour with Antonella. We had already done a walking tour of the old town so we asked her to take us to a different area, so she took us from the old town through a few neighborhoods, ending in Parque Rodo. We tried several different foods and got a good mix of food and scenery with explanations of life in Uruguay. Overall it was a good tour.
Did not get what was advertised
Beatrice T,Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00I booked this private tour for my family of three people a few weeks before traveling to Montevideo. Two days after the booking, the guide contacted me via WhatsApp to introduce himself and ask for any food allergies and preferences in sightseeing. I said we liked the arts, architecture, and wine. The day we met, May 31, we walked around downtown for an hour before sitting down for our first food tasting. The guide ordered a few appetizers and drinks. We then continued on the walking tour, with the guide telling us about the history of the city, showcasing various buildings, and visiting different museums. Three hours flew by. The guide was super nice and knowledgeable. The reason I’m giving this tour a 2 star is because we signed up for the “Private Best Street Food [of Montevideo],” and I was disappointed that we stopped at only 1 café. We’ve been on food tasting tours in Paris, Buenos Aires and Auckland, and they usually take you to 5 to 6 places to taste a variety of foods and drinks. We paid almost $300 for a one stop food tasting tour; totally not worth it. We didn’t get what was advertised.
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