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‘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)
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.
Options
3 Hours Private Food Tour
Duration: 3 hours
3 Hours Small Group Food Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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.
Really enjoyed this tour...
Randall P,
Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really enjoyed this tour with Alejandro who did a great job with our multilingual group. We got a lot of great information on the history and architecture of the oldest city, moving into the newer areas and some good food along the way!
Great tour of Montevideo
Eric F,
May 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Alejandro. He is passionate about the history, culture and architecture of Montevideo and we learned a lot. We really enjoyed the tour.
Nice walk-about tour with food
Wendy P,
Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Foodwise, our first stop was at an empanada shop with and extensive menu of filling options. We got a “traditional” one: beef, raisins and a few sliced olives (sweet/salty). We continued through the city (very walkable) and stopped for an assortment of Uruguayan food: Tartas (basically pies with different fillings. We had one with ham and cheese, tomato and sliced boiled egg. The other one was filled with spinach, egg and cheese (neither of us tried this one as we were too full!). Also an “Olympia” club sandwich which was pretty similar to the first tartas: ham, cheese, sliced egg, tomato, lettuce and sliced green olives. Then we had beef schnitzel (a thin steak, breaded and fried). They use very little seasoning - this would have been greatly enhanced by some sort of sauce. We continued walking and went into a few museums including one of photographs from the 1920s, 30s, 40s. Another was into a former president’s house turned into a museum. There was a large display of cooking items: canisters of ingredients, utensils, cookbooks, dishes, and fixtures. Also, very fancy mate cups and straws. We ended our tour with a dish of ice cream.
Local guide knew the...
Paulette C,
Mar 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Local guide knew the history and was able to give personal perspective on the city and country. Our experience with the architecture and food was excellent.
Fun Adventure
Abel B,
Feb 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Eliud did a great job of walking us through the city of Montevideo. Explaining to us the local dishes as well as some history of the city
Ask for Brigette for a no nonsense food, history walking tour in the City Center
991Manny,
Jan 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brigette provided a well paced, information packed, fun walking food tour in the Old City Center. She is filled with wonderful knowledge of the history and current events of Uruguay and was willing to answer my questions. Stopped to get snacks of empanadas, dulce postres, and an afternoon tea / sandwich. If I wasn't too full, a meal at the local grill house would have occurred. Highly recommend Brigette for this type of tour.
NIce walking tour
Marina K,
Jan 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Nice walking tour in MTV. Stopped at one bar for some snacks and later had ice cream. I would recommend more of an explanation of what is expected prior to booking.
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