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15 Best Quito Food Tours

The eating routes through the Andean capital: old-town tastings, market tours with chefs and cooking classes that decode locro and llapingachos. Ecuadorian food is the continent’s quiet achiever; Quito makes the introduction.

1.Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings

Discover Quito's charm on this 3.5-hour walking tour blending history, culture, and Ecuadorian tastings, led by knowledgeable guides.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Vivi did an excellent job with this walking food tour. She was full of interesting facts concerning the history and culture of Quito. We enjoyed all the food, drink and dessert samples along the way.”

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2.Cooking Class in Quito with Chef, Market Tour and Transportation

Discover Quito’s culinary delights with a 4-hour private cooking class, market tour, and transportation. Learn local recipes with friendly chefs in historic surroundings.

★ 5.0

“This cooking class was wonderful. The chefs were super sweet and you could see the passion in their job. I would recommend to anyone looking for a fun experience in the city.”

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3.Quito Street Food Essentials

Discover Quito’s vibrant street food scene with this guided tour, exploring local markets, historic sights, and authentic bites in 3.5 hours.

★ 5.0

“It was a wonderful experience! A way to learn about Quito through food and conversation. Santiago was warm, intelligent and fun. He chose delicious spots to introduce us to Ecuadorian street food.”

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4.Explore Old Town Quito: Sightseeing, Food, Culture Small Group Walking Tour

Discover Quito’s Old Town through a 4-hour guided walking tour featuring landmarks, markets, local foods, ice cream making, and cultural stories—perfect for first-time visitors seeking authentic experiences.

★ 4.5

“I totally enjoyed the almost 4 hours city tour. I leaned a lot about history, architecture, religion, food culture and more. Marcelo is a very professional and friendly guy. His knowledge is impressive. I highly recommend this tour.”

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5.3 Hours Local Food Tour in Quito

Discover Quito’s authentic flavors on this 3-hour local food tour. Explore family-run eateries, taste artisanal dishes, and experience the city like a local.

★ 5.0

“Edwin gave us a fabulous insight into the food, history, and culture of Quito. Easily the best tour guide out of the 3 days we spent in Quito.”

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6.Quito after-dark street food tour

Discover Quito’s vibrant street food, street art, and local culture on this 2.5-hour after-dark tour with expert guides, authentic bites, and scenic views.

★ 4.5

“Best tour! My husband and I visited Quito on our way to Galapagos for our honeymoon. Santiago hosted us for a great walking, food, art, and cocktail tour. His passion for the city and culture really made an impact on us and we can’t wait…”

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7.Ecuador Food Tour

Discover authentic Ecuadorian cuisine with a private cooking class and city tour in Quito, blending local flavors, culture, and stunning home dining experiences.

★ 5.0

“We spent an enjoyable afternoon with Maria. Upon arrival we toured her diverse garden to see some of the ingredients that would be part of our lunch – tree tomatoes, lemon verbena, etc. Her home, in a gated community, is comfortable and authentically decorated. Maria…”

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8.Private Famous Food Tour of Historic Old Town in Quito

Discover Quito’s culinary gems on this private 4.5-hour food tour exploring markets, historic plazas, local eateries, and traditional Ecuadorian flavors.

★ 5.0

“Very good tour around the foodie places of Quito. Andres was a friendly, chatty guide and a pleasure to be with. My standout memory was rhe wonderful prawn and conch ceviche at a quirky restaurant opposite the St Augustine monastery. If you want to do…”

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9.Quito street food Bites and Bricks with a Local Chef

Discover Quito’s authentic flavors and vibrant street art on a 3-hour guided tour, exploring local eateries, murals, and historic sites with a passionate chef.

★ 5.0

“I really enjoyed this tour. Ernesto, our tour guide, was personable, knowledgeable, and spoke English well. The food was delicious and was representative of the foods of Ecuador. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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10.Private Quito City Tour and Food Tasting

Discover Quito’s charm with a private city tour blending history, vibrant markets, stunning viewpoints, and authentic local foods—perfect for first-time visitors.

★ 5.0

“Great food and tour with Jimena. She was very knowledgeable and accommodating. She was early to pick us up and gave great options if there was something we weren’t interested in”

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11.Quito Private & All Inclusive Cooking Class with Certified Chef

Discover authentic Ecuadorian flavors with a private, all-inclusive cooking class in Quito. Visit markets, learn traditional dishes, and enjoy a homemade meal.

★ 5.0

“Great experience. Vanessa and Rose did a great job! Food was delicious and can’t wait to make for the rest of our family!”

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14.Afternoon Coffee in Quito – Foodie Tour with empanada cooking class

Discover Quito’s culinary soul with a private afternoon tour featuring local coffee, chocolate tastings, and a hands-on empanada cooking class for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“We arranged to be picked up at our hotel. The stop for coffee and a sweet was great. There was a lot of traffic to get to the city so we were in the car for quite awhile. Nothing you can do about that! We…”

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15.Premium Cooking Class Quito Tour

Join this premium Quito cooking class to learn Ecuadorian dishes, enjoy personalized instruction, and taste authentic flavors in a four-hour experience.

★ 5.0

“Phenomenal! Karen was awesome. We made a potato soup with an avocado rose set on cheese in the middle of the soup. Then we made a sword fish in a cream sauce and finished with a chocolate fondue dish with a variety of passion fruit…”

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