Oaxaca Streets
Fresh masa toasted on the comal, smoky chillies stewed into mole and hoja santa in the broth. Nowhere reveres corn like Oaxaca.
Hosted by one of our Oaxaca tastemakers
Experience hosted by Dora, Alejandra & other local tastemaker guides
What you can expect
Oaxaca food tour - Night time's the right time, and when the sun's set, Oaxaca comes alive with the smoke of grills and the sizzle of street stalls. This culinary food tour takes you heart of the local food scene after dark, beginning with cheesy campechano tacos, tangy piedrazo con quesillo, and an earthy tetela de huitlacoche. From there, the flavours get bolder, crispy garnachas, rich tamal de mole, tender taco de cabeza, and juicy lechón cooked low-and-slow served on tacos and tortas.
The essentials
Destination
Oaxaca, Mexico
Duration
3.5-4 hours
Tastings
14+ tastings
Language
English
Days of the week
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
Group size
Small group up to 8 guests
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Transport
Walking tour with 7-8 stops
Included
- More tastings than any other Oaxaca food tour
- Smallest group size in Oaxaca
- Led by Oaxaca tastemaker guides
- Bottled water and other drinks included
Excluded
- Alcoholic drinks
- Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded
Field archive
Route notes
Tours are subject to change depending on vendor opening hours, time of year and other factors.
A neighbourhood restaurant at Calle de José María Pino Suárez 313.
You’ll try
Mixed meats taco with cheese
<p>At <strong>Bodega Metepantle</strong>, you step into a unique Oaxacan experience that pays homage to the deep-rooted tradition of mezcal.
<p>As you introduce <strong>Iglesia De La Merced</strong>, highlight that this restaurant stop is deeply linked to the historical roots of the nearby <em>Mercado de la Merced</em>, a vibrant market scene that emerged from the church's atrium.
A neighbourhood street vendor at C. De Manuel Doblado 116.
You’ll try
Cake soaked in mezcalPickled bread snack with oaxaca cheese
Field notes
Included
More tastings than any other Oaxaca food tour, Smallest group size in Oaxaca, Led by Oaxaca tastemaker guides, and Bottled water and other drinks included.
Not included
Alcoholic drinks and Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded.
Meeting point
Yaowarat. Your guide will meet you at the exit ten minutes before departure; a WhatsApp thread lands in your inbox within an hour of booking.
Good to know
Rain or shine, this tour still runs. Vegetarians are catered for with substitutions; the route isn't suitable for wheelchairs.
Dietary honesty
Vegetarian works with some substitutions. Gluten-free means several tastings are omitted. Vegan isn't recommended for this particular tour.
Cancellation
Reserve now, pay later. Cancel any time up to 24 hours before departure at no charge; after that, the booking is non-refundable.
Meet your tastemakers
Dora
Dora M
Hi, I’m Dora. I was born and raised in Oaxaca and I’m a federally licensed tour guide. I design tours that are authentic, respectful, and rooted in community so that you can experience Oaxaca through local eyes.
Meeting point
Where the tour starts (and ends).
Tacos Roy
Calle de José María Pino Suárez 313, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
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An evening of charcoal smoke, family recipes and the stories behind them. From US$69 per guest.