The Delicious Side of Quito Food Tour

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US$105.76 per guest

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

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Location

Quito

Duration

3 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 15 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English, Spanish

Other

Family-friendly

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

This isn’t just a food tour—it’s a journey through Quito’s identity bite by bite.

What makes it unique is the way it blends iconic Ecuadorian dishes, hidden local “huecas,” and meaningful cultural stories behind every flavor. From traditional markets and family-run spots to award-winning chocolate, every stop is carefully selected to show the real Quito beyond tourist restaurants.

You won’t just taste Ecuador—you’ll understand it through its people, traditions, and everyday life. Led by a local guide, this small-group experience is immersive, authentic, and designed for travelers who want to connect with the city in a deeper way.

If you’re looking for more than sightseeing, this is Quito served on a plate.

What You Get

Traditional Quito sweets tasting

Carbonated beverages

Fresh exotic fruit juices

Professional bilingual national guide (English & Spanish)

Gratuities

Tips and gratuities (optional but appreciated)

Additional food or drinks not listed in the tasting itinerary

Services not specified in the tour description

Good To Know

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Service animals allowed
Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)

Your culinary journey begins at Plaza Grande, the historic heart of Quito. Here, your guide will warmly welcome you and share essential introductions before starting this flavorful experience through the city.

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Palacio Arzobispal

Here you’ll taste traditional Quito sweets and discover the story behind the famous mistelas, small local treats full of history and flavor.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Locos por un Mote

Here you’ll try mote con chicharrón, a traditional Andean dish from Ecuador. It combines soft, cooked white corn (mote) with crispy pork belly, often fried in its own fat for extra flavor.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

COEE ECUADOR

COEE (Ecuadorian Entrepreneurs Community): Visit the first and largest association of Ecuadorian entrepreneurs, where passion and hard work come together to showcase that Ecuador has it all. Each project reflects innovation, creativity, and the entrepreneurial spirit of the country.

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Los Jugos De La Sucre

We’ll visit a local “hueca” where you can enjoy refreshing natural juices and traditional Ecuadorian empanadas, made with either green plantain or flour, a true local favorite full of flavor.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Las Delicias de Don Viche

Here you’ll taste one of Ecuador’s most iconic dishes, encebollado, often considered among the best fish soups in the world. This traditional coastal specialty is made with albacore tuna, cassava, red onion, tomato, and aromatic spices, creating a rich and comforting broth.

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

DonCho Chocho y choclo

Here you’ll try cevichocho, a traditional Andean version of Ecuadorian ceviche. This refreshing Sierra dish combines chochos (Andean lupin beans), red onion, tomato, and citrus juice (orange and lime) for a fresh and flavorful experience.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Yumbos Chocolate

Grand Finale: Ecuadorian Chocolate Tasting We’ll end the experience with a tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate, internationally recognized as some of the finest in the world. A perfect sweet finish to a flavorful journey through Quito.

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Independence Square, García Moreno, Distrito Metropolitano de Quito Pichincha, Ecuador, EC, 170401

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Meeting Point: Plaza Grande (Independence Square), located on Chile Street between García Moreno and Venezuela. Your guide will be waiting next to the Independence Monument, wearing a wine-colored Kunakkuna Experiences hoodie.

End Point

Yumbos Chocolate, Sebastián de Benalcázar, Distrito Metropolitano de Quito Pichincha, Ecuador, EC, 170401

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End Point: The tour concludes at Yumbos Chocolate, a local chocolate shop located just across from San Francisco Plaza, on Benalcázar Street between Sucre and Bolívar.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

4.8

based on 23 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

More than just a free walking tour!

June 11, 2026

More than an ordinary free walking tour! Grace shared interesting facts about the capital of Ecuador in an engaging manner. We were able to gather many impressions of Quito. Especially the short ta...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Tastings in historic center of Quito

May 04, 2026

I would recommand 100% ! Complete tour of the historic center, with different tastings all along the tour, amazing !

(TripAdvisor)

Sehr coole Tour

May 04, 2026

Marlon did a great Job, we learned a lot

(TripAdvisor)

Very fun Quito Centro Historico tour

October 24, 2025

We had a great time with Sebastian. It was awesome to learn about Quito’s history and to tastes different candies and chocolate flavors. Sebastian kept it very interesting the entire time, and we ...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Great experience with Sebastián

October 21, 2025

I had a great tour with Sebastián - he was very flexible and managed to accustom the tour according to our wishes and interests. He showed us many places, told us a lot about the history of Ecuador...read more

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