Viator · group up to 12 pax

Local Foodie Adventure CDMX: Tacos & more with Sherpa Food Tours

5.0(826)Mexico City1 hour
VIATOR4.9(65)TRIPADVISOR5.0(761)

Description

Explore the bold flavors of Roma Norte, one of Mexico City’s most exciting culinary neighborhoods, on a food experience designed to immerse you in real local culture. Choose between two unforgettable adventures. Our Traditional Food Tour is a 3.5 hour culinary journey featuring 10+ tastings that showcase the depth of Mexican cuisine. Enjoy a barbacoa taco recognized by the Michelin Guide with a local beer, regional specialties, farm to table creations. This experience goes far beyond tacos, highlighting both tradition and modern creativity. Our Taco Tour is a 2.5 hour deep dive into Mexico’s most iconic dish, the taco. Taste regional styles like Cochinita Pibil, or northern Barbacoa, quesaBirria or Al Pastor, and go through inventive modern tacos. It is focused, flavorful, and perfect for true taco lovers. Come hungry. Leave understanding why Mexican cuisine is recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Traffic may get worse when it rains, our tours still run if it rains!

Tour Options

Gourmet Taco Tour
  • Discover the power of Tacos: A unique and fun experience sampling 5 tacos with drinks and a dash of mezcal across 4 unique stops curated by insiders Skip-the-queue : Some of our taquerias are in The Michelin Guide, skip the queue and taste high-end and everyday tacos alike
Local Adventure 10+ Tastings
  • 10+ Tastings in 5 venues: Dive into 2 Selected Taquerias and proper & upscale sit-down venues to understand the DNA of Mexican Cuisine Sample delicious dishes : All our food has been carefully selected to showcase the best side of Mexican cuisine. Tacos and so much more Drinks: Enjoy a range of Mexican drinks, from Beer and Micheladas to famous aguas saborizadas.

Itinerary

30 min

We'll taste the best barbacoa taco, recognized by the Michelin Guide, with a local beer

15 min

Discover historic architecture and the fascinating stories behind Mexico’s Revolution

15 min

Dive into a modern and creative taqueria and taste an innovative pork belly fusion taco.

30 min

Traditional Tour: Support local communities through lovely corn snacks. Taco Tour: Deep dive into Mayan-Yucatecan flavors and taste a Cochinita Pibil taco

15 min

Admire early 20th-century architecture and hear stories of La Revolucion

15 min

Explore a beautiful arcade filled with cafés, shops, and design spaces.

45 min

Traditional tour: Enjoy a farm-to-table tasting and try 2 to 3 dishes with sustainable sourcing. Taco Tour: Get to try the essential street taco, either a classic Al Pastor or Birria taco

45 min

Traditional tour: Wrap up with an ice cream in a lovely local point.

Highlights

Alcoholic Beverages
Small group for a personalized experience
Cultural and historical insights
Vegetarian, lactose-free, and gluten-free menus available - just let us know when you book!
Walking tour with a local guide
All food and drinks

What's included

Included
Alcoholic Beverages
Small group for a personalized experience
Cultural and historical insights
Vegetarian, lactose-free, and gluten-free menus available - just let us know when you book!
Walking tour with a local guide
All food and drinks
Not included
Gratuities
Transportation

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(826)

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Jayyjayy95
June 22, 2026
Amazing Food Tour with Daniella

Daniella was an incredible guide and made this food tour one of the highlights of my trip to Mexico City. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about both the food and the city’s culture and history. Every stop felt thoughtfully chosen, and she did a great job explaining the stories behind the dishes while making the experience fun and engaging. I tried foods I probably wouldn’t have discovered on my own, and everything was absolutely delicious. Daniella made everyone feel welcome and created a relaxed atmosphere where it felt more like exploring the city with a friend than being on a tour. If you’re visiting Mexico City and want an authentic way to experience the local food scene, I highly recommend this tour—especially with Daniella!

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_O6888RI
June 22, 2026
Great guide and a great tour!

Daniela were amazing! It was one of the best food tour I had

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Jeffrey O
June 21, 2026
Fantastic food tour in Roma Norte

Alisa was a wonderful guide and very knowledgeable — delicious variety of food tastings and food and Mexico City history. Highly recommend!

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Navigator26095289473
June 21, 2026
Great variety of Mexican cuisine with lovely company.

Fantastic variety and Alisa was very friendly and warm to all the guests.

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Leah_D
June 21, 2026
Amazing work by Alisa!

Alisa was amazing and gave us such a great explanation on meals and the city! It was a great tour - lots to eat but not too much ;)

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christiemX3225JH
June 20, 2026
You should do it !!!

It’s a bang for your buck, and the tour guide, Alisa was great and informative. If you do not know what to do in the city, the food tour is highly recommended.

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johannH3787SA
June 20, 2026
Flavorful

Alisa was an amazing tour guide her enthusiasm and passion for this tour was unmatched. Tour was great! You tour Mexico City trying five different unique spots. You get a great taste of Mexican dishes along with Asian fusions while learning the history of each food tried. Drinks are also Included and tour is ended with dessert!

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P2843HInehas
June 20, 2026
Great tour! Very full!

Alisa was super friendly and knew what she was talking about!

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Zoe R
June 20, 2026
Great food tour!

Thankyou to Alisa for sharing her knowledge and passion for Mexican food culture. The food was elite especially the Asian fusion pork belly taco! Would highly recommend

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arneshn2024
June 20, 2026
Fun food tour through a hip neighborhood

Great tour with a lot of variety in a very fun, hip neighborhood. Well worth the price of admission. Every stop included a drink as well, which was very nice.

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