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Food and Mixology Tour: Tequila, Tacos, and Mexican Cocktails provided by Vallarta Food Tours

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Food and Mixology Tour: Tequila, Tacos, and Mexican Cocktails
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Guided food and drink tour of Puerto Vallarta
Duration:
4h
Taking Covid-19 safety measures
Group size:
10
Near public transportation
Ticket type:
Mobile
Free cancellation
  • Duration:
    4h
  • Taking Covid-19 safety measures
  • Group size:
    10
  • Near public transportation
  • Ticket type:
    Mobile
  • Free cancellation
About
The coastal town of Puerto Vallarta is packed with world-class food options and delectable drinks. During this guided walking tour, you’ll bypass the usual tourist traps for a tasting tour through the flavors of Mexico’s Pacific coast. Enjoy fresh and tasty tacos and a variety of local desserts, and join a mixologist to learn the secrets behind the town’s best cocktails. A limited group size makes for an intimate experience.
Know before you go
  • Duration: 4h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Available languages
English, Spanish
Highlights
  • Sample authentic meals and cocktails at five different stations
  • Learn about the cultural and historical importance of local culinary staples
  • Discover authentic, family-run eateries well off the tourist track
What to expect
The coastal resort of Puerto Vallarta might be best known for its beaches, but in-the-know travelers head to its picturesque Old Town for another reason: the food. On this walking tour led by a foodie, discover the area’s best places to eat and drink, from family-run eateries to traditional cocktail bars. Your tasting journey begins in Puerto Vallarta’s Old Town, where you’ll make the first of five different stops. Discover under-the-radar, authentic eateries as your guide explains the cultural and historical significance of the foods you sample. Taste a fresh fish taco paired with a cucumber-infused mezcal cocktail or a fiery jalapeño margarita. You’ll even learn how to make the perfect michelada cocktail with beer and fresh salsa. Finally, head to a beachside restaurant for dessert. Your guide will point out Puerto Vallarta’s must-see sights along the way, so first-time visitors will get the perfect primer.
Know before you go
  • Duration: 4h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Available languages
English, Spanish
Cancellation policy
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Highlights
  • Sample authentic meals and cocktails at five different stations
  • Learn about the cultural and historical importance of local culinary staples
  • Discover authentic, family-run eateries well off the tourist track
What to expect
The coastal resort of Puerto Vallarta might be best known for its beaches, but in-the-know travelers head to its picturesque Old Town for another reason: the food. On this walking tour led by a foodie, discover the area’s best places to eat and drink, from family-run eateries to traditional cocktail bars. Your tasting journey begins in Puerto Vallarta’s Old Town, where you’ll make the first of five different stops. Discover under-the-radar, authentic eateries as your guide explains the cultural and historical significance of the foods you sample. Taste a fresh fish taco paired with a cucumber-infused mezcal cocktail or a fiery jalapeño margarita. You’ll even learn how to make the perfect michelada cocktail with beer and fresh salsa. Finally, head to a beachside restaurant for dessert. Your guide will point out Puerto Vallarta’s must-see sights along the way, so first-time visitors will get the perfect primer.
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Call the number below and use the product code: 7154P5
Important information
Inclusions
  • 5 Food tastings
  • Local guide
  • 5 Mexican Cocktails
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point
Duration
4h
Departure details
  • Basilio Badillo 212, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Meeting point is Joe Jacks restaurant Google Maps Link: https://g.page/JoeJacksFishShack?share
  • C. Fco. I. Madero 176, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Mezcal y Sal Bar (Everyday except Mondays)
  • De Cantaro, Basilio Badillo 219, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico De Cantaro Restaurant (Only on Mondays)
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers
Inclusions
  • 5 Food tastings
  • Local guide
  • 5 Mexican Cocktails
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
  • Entry/Admission - Puerto Vallarta
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point
Departure details
  • Basilio Badillo 212, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Meeting point is Joe Jacks restaurant Google Maps Link: https://g.page/JoeJacksFishShack?share
  • C. Fco. I. Madero 176, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Mezcal y Sal Bar (Everyday except Mondays)
  • De Cantaro, Basilio Badillo 219, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico De Cantaro Restaurant (Only on Mondays)
Duration
4h
Return details
  • C. Fco. I. Madero 176, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico Mezcal y Sal Bar (Everyday except Mondays)
  • De Cantaro, Basilio Badillo 219, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico De Cantaro Restaurant (Only on Mondays)
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers
Travel safe during COVID-19
What you can expect during your visit
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
What you can expect during your visit
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travellers
Itinerary
  • You'll start at
    Basilio Badillo 212
    Basilio Badillo 212, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
    Meeting point is Joe Jacks restaurant Google Maps Link: https://g.page/JoeJacksFishShack?share
    See address & details
  • 1
    Joe Jack's Fish Shack
    Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • 2
    Monzón Brewing Co
    Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • 3
    Mariscos Cisneros
    Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • 4
    Zapata Antojeria y Bar
    Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • 5
    Bar La Playa
    Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • 6
    Mezcal & sal
    Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • You'll end at
    See Important Information for details
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Camille L
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Can't recommend enough!
Mar. 2022
Bernardo was the best! You could tell how much he enjoyed showing us the spots he's identified as being the most authentic, with the most heart and passion for the food and spirits culture in Puerto Vallarta.

It was so nice to start with a DELICIOUS fish taco, and a wonderful cocktail, and so much fun to wander the streets and go to places we never would've known to go to.

Bernardo even ordered us an additional al pastor taco at one spot once he saw how much we were all excited about them! He also hooked it up with warm churros from a stand that he ordered 45-ish minutes in advance so they were ready when we came out of our Raicilla tasting spot. Just so cool and thoughtful!

My fiancé shared how he thought it'd be cool to see the sunset, so Bernardo got our last cocktail "to-go" and we ended our tour on the sand watching the sunset together. Thanks so much for offering this tour, would definitely do this one again if not another one of the Vallarta Food Tours.

Can't recommend enough!
Written March 23, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Bethany R.
1 contribution
This tour is a must-do!
Dec. 2021 • Couples
This tour was a must do! We had such a great experience with Sylvia. She is a semi-local and knew so much about the history and shared her love of food and libations with us around her city. We also got to meet some other people from America that were such great company as well.
I’m not a seafood eater and she even made sure to accommodate my preferences when everyone else were given seafood options. Our sense of adventure was challenged with crickets and mezcal shots. We had delicious cocktails as we roamed the city hearing stories. All of the food was incredible. The service was great and staff was inviting and super hospitable at every stop. Highly recommend this trip as it made us feel so comfortable being shown around by a local and getting a feel of the city by foot. Great job, Sylvia. Gracias!! -The Robertsons from Savannah, GA (USA)
Written December 20, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Carrie Rogers
7 contributions
“Traditional“ tequila shots? Not on this tour! Learn how to enjoy tequila and Mezcal the “right“ way #themezcalmethod
Mar. 2022 • Friends
We had an excellent time with Luis Alba (husband of Jessica - or so he says… 😀) on our “Mex-ology” tour! Not only did we enjoy some of the most delicious local cuisine, but we also learned a great deal about tequila and Mezcal. (#themezcalmethod) We met with local artisans as well as with popular restauranteurs. In addition, we enjoyed the spectacular views of the mountains, colorful architecture, and local artwork. Luis was extremely knowledgeable about regional foods/flavors and drinks as well as with the local culture, history, etc. He was able to answer any questions that arose and was very engaging. We highly recommend this tour and are looking forward to exploring more excursions with Vallarta Food Tours on our next visit.
Written March 29, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Tim R
4 contributions
Looking for a 5 Star Taco & Tequila Tour...Here it is.
Feb. 2022
Our tour guide Luis Alba was outstanding. He took our group of 8 to some fabulous places and made adjustments along the way (like ordering a Birthday cake for my wife). He is extremely knowledgeable of PV, its history and made this a very fun evening. We highly recommend this tour if you want more background on PV, the culture and of course the Tequila!! Luis was great and would recommend him for any group tour. Enjoy!!
Written February 6, 2022
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Fred Krepps
1 contribution
Private Food Tour for 17
We had a great time on our tour. Bernardo, our guide, was the best. He was upbeat, fun and took us to some great spots. He was knowledgeable of the three areas of PV we visited and the history behind the restaurants we went to.

We combined the food and mixology tour on a private tour for 17 people. I worked with Paul to put together an itinerary that would work for our group. We had a 20 person air conditioned van and were picked up and dropped off at our resort.

This is the second time we have gone on a food tour with Vallarta Food Tours and would recommend them to anyone.
Written August 8, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Patty
California2 contributions
A MUST on your list! Book at beginning of trip.
Oct. 2021 • Couples
I am so glad my husband and I decided to book this food and tequila tour at the beginning of our trip while in Puerto Vallarta. Exceeded our expectations. I was not sure how many places we would get to visit due to Covid restrictions and restaurant closures due to the pandemic. Our tour guide, Bernardo, took us to 8 tasting locations (Jo Jack’s Fish Shack, Bar Zapata, Mariscos el Guero, Memo’s Taco Grill, Pulque chingaquedito, Sonorita, Bar La Playa, Mezcal y Sal). It was a beautiful day in Puerto Vallarta and our group was small, 6 people, which was wonderful! The food and drinks were delicious at every location. The Mezcal tasting with the grillo 🦗 was an experience! The Al pastor taco at Sonorita was delicious. The ceviche tostada at Mariscos el guero was so fresh. Enjoyed the pulque at Pulque chinga quedito. Mezcal y Sal was a great end to our tour. Their bartender is an artist, the drink presentation and taste is so unique and Instagram worthy. My husband and I went back to sample more drinks and food from their menu. A new favorite spot! Bernardo was a wonderful tour guide. So knowledgeable, easy going and super professional. Highly recommend you to book with him!
Written November 8, 2021
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Andre C
1 contribution
Worth Every Peso
Nov. 2021
I would give this 6/5 if I could. Luis Alba was our tour guide, and he really made the tour. It was a drinking and eating history lesson, and Luis' breadth of knowledge on everything even remotely related to the tour was impressive. He did an amazing job catering to a group with varied ages and personalities, and made everyone a part of the experience.

If you want to spend a full afternoon getting to know Zona Romantica, agave spirits old and new, and try some incredible restaurants that you certainly wouldn't stumble upon (even with some research), this is the tour for you. It was the most expensive thing we did in PV and worth every penny.
Written November 15, 2021
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Nazsnaz
Livermore, CA593 contributions
Tacos and tequila that make you smile.
My wife and I have found that Puerto Vallarta is truly one of the most hospitable vacation places we’ve been to. We try and embrace new experiences especially when it comes to food.
We both love tacos and tequila and found this tour that fit the bill. Not only did we have a fairly large samplings of both but our guide Bernardo was well versed in the history and differences of each. He knew regional and cultural vagaries that define them. From the many types of agave that the numerous varieties tequila is made from and how they are created. Top that with some of the best Mexican delicacies in Puerto Vallarta we were able to explore tastes that made us smile even without the added stimulation of the drink that originated from Mezcal and that even included a local moonshine called “Raicilla”.
Bernardo went above and beyond with his choices for us and even got my wife to eat an unusual snack of a deep fried grasshopper (totally optional) which we all enjoyed.
My personal favorite taco was a extremely fresh, melt in your mouth fish (snapper) taco that I added a zesty habanero sauce on. Yum!
Written January 3, 2022
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GraceS
Los Angeles, CA15 contributions
BEST TOUR IN PVR
BEST TOUR IN PVR. this was my second time attending the mixology food/drink tour and I was even more impressed. The tour has been updated with new spots and better selections. We enjoyed every food and drink item we had and learning the history of the city and restaurants. Our tour guide Gio was extremely knowledgeable and so incredibly kind! He made us feel included and helped the two groups on our tour to socialize and become friends with one another. Gio made our tour so much fun and he provided top quality guidance. 10/10 would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Puerto Vallarta!
Written June 25, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Keven
17 contributions
Don’t Miss out on this tour!
Feb. 2022 • Couples
This tour is a must!!! We had the most amazing guide named Sylvia. Huge shout out to you girl!! She is a bubbly, sweet, professional and a very knowledgeable person that shared so much info about not only the food and drinks which were INCREDIBLE!! But equally as important she shared with us the history and culture of this beautiful city and country and what goes into what we ate and drank. Look no further then this tour company because they crushed it! Thanks Sylvia you made our week :)))
Written February 11, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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Excellent experience
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Fantastic in every way.
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AMAZING AND EDUCATIONAL - BEST TOUR GUIDE ON PLANET
We enjoyed an amazing heartfelt, fun and educational experience with a truly passionate and very articulate guide n…
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Excellent
The tour was wonderful. Our guide, Bernardo, was an excellent guide; friendly, very informed about local food, cult…
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Great food and great tour guides!
All of the food was amazing, our tour guide Bernardo was the best! He explained everything and all of the people we…
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Amazing
Bernardo was amazing! Not only did he take us to eat amazing food he taught us about the culture and history of pue…
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By the way, neither of us were worried about covid, we were just having a good time.
Pretty all of it was my favorite part. Our tour guide, Amoro was warm, engaging, and a fountain of information. The…
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Amazing food experience expertly led by Joanna
We did an evening food tour with this company 4 years ago which was excellent and this inspired us to book the morn…
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Good tour
Good way to get yo know the city and culture. Our guide Sylvia was very knowledgeable, fun and friendly . Good comb…
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Perfect start to our time in Puerto Vallarta
This was the best way to start our stay in Puerto Vallarta! Our guide Manual was outstanding and the food was unbel…
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Wonderful food, wonderful tour guide!
What a delightful way to get familiar with a city! Sylvia was a fabulous, enthusiastic guide- informative about the…
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WONDERFUL, AUTHENTIC experience
I absolutely loved this tour. It was very authentic to Mexican culture and we enjoyed our tour guide, Sylvia a lot.…
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