Quito Street Food Essentials
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
After years of research we’ve carefully selected the best street food stands in Quito in the most unexpected and hole in the wall locations. This tour prizes taste over aesthetic or price and is sure to make you craving the recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. You’ll try exotic fruits and juices, seafood delicacies and the best local bites, made with fresh ingredients.
We will finish the journey with a top chocolate, coffee and cocktail tasting. In addition to getting a real taste of Quito, you will explore the city’s back streets, downtown’s flea market and cool off beaten path architecture, street art and more. We will wander through the parts of Quito that are home to the locals that dwell here and we will eat the food that natives have been enjoying for decades.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please be aware this is a walking tour (around 3 kms)
For a shorter walk choose the pick up and drop off service and mention it at the moment of your reservation
Please be aware that maximum waiting time is 15 minutes, if you don't make it on time you will loose your tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Basilica del Voto Nacional
We´ll see a glimpse of this magnificent church from the outside on or way to our second foodie stop.
Parque El Ejido
You'll walk through the main park in the central area
What‘s Included
All the food at 4 stops
Fruit tasting
1 cocktail (soft drinks available)
Soft drinks
Options
Tour with pick up/drop-off
Private tour
all food and drinks
Pick up and drop-off
Standar
Duration: 4 hours
All the food and drinks
Private
Private tour
All the food and drinks
Private with pick up/drop-off
Private with pick up/drop-off
Reviews
201 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
One of the best (if not THE best) Food Tour we've ever been on
Kitkattrek,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I have been on a LOT of food tours all over the world, and this was easily one of (if not THE) best we've ever been on. Brilliantly paced (we ate loads but never felt too stuffed to try the next thing), entertaining as well as informative, we learnt as much about the history, politics, street art and daily life of Quito as we did about food! And by the very end we felt like we'd spent the day with new friends rather than just a taking a tour. It was the perfect introduction to Quito and Ecuador! 100% recommended :)
Hidden Gems
946carlyh,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome awesome tour. Santiago was the best guide ever - it actually ended up JUST being me and him. He gave a great historical background on Ecuador and Quito while bringing me around to local gems, cracking jokes and pointing out local street artists. 10PM to 1PM was perfect timing to cover both breakfast and lunch for the day. THANK YOU SANTIAGO
Hidden Gems - Discovered
Jacques R,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Learned so much about this hidden gem for foodies. Santiago, our guide, made this a wonderful learning experience.
Best tour experience ever!
Linda L,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Bring a big appetite to this tour because you’ll need it for all the delicious foods Santiago has you experience. We have traveled all over the world and this is one of the best, if not the best, tour we’ve ever taken. Santiago is friendly, easy to communicate with and so knowledgeable about the food and city he loves. Do not hesitate to go on this tour to experience Ecuadorian food only a local would know about! Thank you, Santiago for such a great day!
Quito Food with Santiago
ahatcher1185,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I walked the streets of Quito for several hours with Santiago, learning about its history and culture, admiring its natural and architectural beauty, and (of course) eating! As we remarked toward the end of the tour, the itinerary was a perfect balance from all perspectives – there was a lot of really interesting information, but with plenty of opportunities for our own questions; we walked a healthy amount, but not so much that we were worn out; and we had the chance to sample many different flavors, but it all blended together flawlessly. All of the stops felt very authentic, and the food was all incredible. Make sure that you arrive hungry for this tour because you’ll want to enjoy every bite. Daniel was a wonderful guide and a fantastic ambassador for his city. We had a phenomenal experience and would highly recommend this tour to everybody!
Amazing food tour!!!!
KatieI206,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best food out in Quito!!! We had such an amazing time discovering local food and fruit!!! So much cool history, information about the city and food traditions as well as info about architecture! Would recommend 1000% to do this tour to learn about local Ecuadorian food!
We had a great time with...
Ayo A,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time with Ernesto! It was fun learning a little about the history and architecture of Quito and trying local favorite food spots. The perfect way to start our trip!
The food was delicious...
Michelle B,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The food was delicious and the servings were huge. Come hungry. Santiago was a great guide. He also showed some wonderful street art. I had a great time.
Great tour, come hungry!
Craig W,,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic tour. Off the beaten path into neighborhoods you wouldn’t go to yourself and into some amazing markets and food courts. Santiago, our guide, is very knowledgeable and passionate about his home town and country and it was a pleasure to spend a few hours with him. DO NOT HAVE BREAKFAST before this tour so you can really enjoy all of the culinary delights along the way. Very highly recommended.
One of my favorite food tours I've taken. Authentic and delicious!
Kylefitzy8,,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a really neat experience. We were able to eat at a few places that I would have 100% walked by without a second thought. These were authentic, local, and delicious. Santiago was a great guide and made for a really great experience learning about the different foods from Quito. Big fan!
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