Ecuadorian Food Tour: Taste Local Flavors

Embark on a half-day gastronomy tour in Quito and indulge in the flavors of Ecuadorian cuisine. Explore the city, visit local restaurants, and learn about the history of food while enjoying an explosion of flavors. Perfect for food lovers and those curious about Ecuadorian gastronomy!

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana - Located near the university area, a visit to a restaurant is planned to enjoy the renowned “CEVICHOCHO,” an Andean ceviche that uses mountain grains instead of fish.
    Experience a delightful blend of salty, citrus, and sweet flavors.
  • Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana - Situated between Av. Patria and 6 de…
What's Included
  • Certified tourist guide
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Extra food - If you want to eat any additional dishes, it is not included in the tour
  • Tips
Additional Information

If you’re a culinary enthusiast or simply wish to explore the cuisine of a different locale, this excursion is tailored for you…!!
Explore the city’s parks and architecture while visiting eateries that serve authentic Ecuadorian cuisine. Experience a burst of taste sensations as you acquaint yourself with the history of Ecuadorian food. Your guide will…

Location
Avenida Patria & Avenida 6 de Diciembre
Between Av. 6 de Diciembre and Patria there is a “McDonald’s” at the entrance you will meet your guide, you will recognize him by a cap, pin or bracelet with the word “TuristiK”
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(24 Ratings)
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Voyage13271902629
Oct 16, 2025
The enthusiasm of the tour guides warmed our day. It was hard to say goodbye to new friends. - Gabby and the leader Steffie were so upbeat and warm. They explained the history behind the food,the ingredients used,how it was cooked and the way the people of Quito used it in their lives. The food itself was fantastic but when we could understand how it evolved we could doublely enjoy it. The drinks ordered to go with the food were so delicious also. Everything was made fresh with whole foods so was very nutritious and filling.
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Linda_k
Oct 16, 2025
Fresh ingredients - Stefy and her assistant, Gabby, took us on a delightful foodie adventure. We sampled many new, tasty foods, beans, bananas, juices, honeys, fresh fruits...healthy, creative combinations we can't get at home. I am glad we signed up to spend some time with these two kind, enthusiastic women! It gave us a real appreciation for the wide variety of wholesome foods farmers grow in Ecuador.
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Echoude07
Sep 19, 2025
Great experience - Vivi was great and took us to several local spots. We enjoyed learning the history of Ecuadorian Gastronomy. Thank you to the team for a great day.
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Zzbar94
Aug 27, 2025
Wonderful tour for local culture - My friend and I had a wonderful time on our food tour with Malena! We tried all kinds of dishes from local restaurants and vendors, including breakfast, lunch, fruits, juices, even ice cream. We tried things we never would have known to try by ourselves. Malena was very kind and welcoming, and she taught us all about the history of the food and the city. This was a great tour and I recommend it for anyone who wants to experience the local food culture in Quito!
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Trek401464
Aug 12, 2025
Got a few hours in Quito? Love food? This tour exposed us to Ecuadorian tastes with small plates. - Kevin our guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable. He allowed us to determine the pace taking us to some delicious places and explaining history of what we were eating. Kevin’s love of his country and foods translated to our excitement for sampling the food. Highly recommend.
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469ericg
Jun 17, 2025
Great for food lovers! - This was a wonderful tour! I love to experience new cultures this was more than just tasting different foods. Our guide Vivi was awesome. She was so knowledgeable about the different foods and the culture around the dishes. My wife has a gluten allergy and she made sure to accommodate the food choices for this. We got to visit some markets for some quick shopping along the way. I cannot recommend this tour enough for anyone that likes to try a variety of local food and learn a little about what Ecuador has to offer!
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Ishanir25
May 28, 2025
Food tour - Quito - Malena was a wonderful tour guide. I ended up being the only one on the tour, so I had the opportunity to connect with her and learn more about Ecuador. I highly recommend this tour! The food from the local spots was really tasty, and it was a good mix of different dishes that Ecuadorians eat.
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Madeleinebj8969zr
May 20, 2025
An amazing half day spent eating good food and discussing local culture with Vivi. - Vivi was incredible. She was very energetic and knowledgeable about both the local gastronomy as well as the culture. We had a wonderful time exploring some different parts of Quito, tasting and learning about different delicacies. Would 100% recommend. Thank you!
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Matt
May 15, 2025
Food tour - Vivi our guide was great, very friendly and knowledgeable about the food and all things Ecuador related. Got to try many things we wouldn't have discovered on our own.
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Z2726lujohny
May 1, 2025
A tour worth considering - Interesting food tour. More food to sample than ability to digest. The guide was informative and responsive, but at times, hard to hear clearly because of the cadence and high pitch.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).