San Jose del Cabo Food and Market Tour
Description
Our San Jose del Cabo food tour is your passport to exploring this charming coastal town like a local. Every step and bite reveal Baja California's rich culinary treasures and the laid-back vibe of Los Cabos. With a local guide who knows all the hidden gems, you’ll experience an insider's view into San Jose del Cabo’s unique mix of history and cuisine. This isn’t just about indulgence—it’s about connecting with a vibrant culture and community that make this area a culinary hotspot. From the town’s rich history to its modern charm, our food tour offers more than just a taste—it’s an unforgettable experience. With intimate group sizes of no more than ten people, we’re here seven days a week to create a warm, authentic adventure perfect for couples, friends, and families. Private tours are also available! Whether it’s your first visit or a return, our San Jose food tour will deepen your appreciation for Los Cabos—one delicious bite at a time.
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Itinerary
To kick off our food journey, we’ll refresh ourselves with aguas frescas, traditional Mexican drinks made from fresh fruits, herbs, or flowers, blended with water and a touch of sweetness. From tangy hibiscus (jamaica) to sweet and cooling horchata, these drinks are the perfect way to begin our flavorful adventure!
At this stop, we’ll enjoy enchiladas de mole, a beloved Mexican dish featuring corn tortillas stuffed with tender chicken or beef, smothered in a rich, velvety mole sauce. Made with a perfect blend of chilies, chocolate, and spices, this sauce adds a deep, complex flavor that pairs perfectly with the savory filling. Topped with fresh cheese, onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, each bite is a true taste of Mexican tradition!
At this stop, we will dive into birria, a rich, slow-cooked stew from Jalisco. Made with tender, marinated meat and a blend of chilies and spices, birria is celebrated for its bold, savory flavors. Served with fresh onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, this dish is a true taste of Mexican tradition.
At this stop, we’ll explore a vibrant local market, where you’ll get a firsthand look at the fresh ingredients that form the heart of Mexican cuisine. Stroll through colorful stalls overflowing with a variety of vegetables, exotic fruits, and a stunning array of dried and fresh chilies. You’ll also have the chance to witness the traditional process of tortilla making, as locals press and cook fresh tortillas right before your eyes—an essential part of every Mexican meal!
At this stop, we will enjoy sopes topped with carnitas, a delicious duo that highlights traditional Mexican street food. Sopes are thick, hand-pressed corn cakes with a slight crisp, layered with refried beans, fresh lettuce, and crumbled cheese. Topping it all off are juicy, tender carnitas—slow-cooked, flavorful pork that melts in your mouth. Each bite offers a perfect blend of textures and rich, authentic flavors!
At this stop, we’ll indulge in one of Mexico’s most iconic dishes—tacos. These soft corn tortillas are filled with a variety of savory meats, from grilled steak to slow-cooked carnitas or spicy chorizo, and topped with fresh onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. A true taste of Mexico in every bite!
At this stop, we’ll indulge in paletas, a refreshing Mexican ice pop made from fresh fruit, creamy milk, or even chocolate. With a variety of flavors to choose from, including mango, strawberry, and coconut, each bite offers a cool, sweet treat that’s perfect for finishing off your tour with a burst of flavor!
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Important Information
- 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
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, gluten-free, and pescatarian. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
- This is a not wheelchair-accessible activity as the side walks in this part of Mexico are very uneven.
- Infants are welcome to participate for free in the activity. Some places we visit might not have an infant chair so they must seat on laps.
Reviews(198)
The food and the tour guide were great. We loved all the different tacos we tried. Our guide was entertaining and very knowledgeable we really enjoyed everything we learned about the food history in this region. The only negative observation I can give is I wasn’t impressed with some of the neighbors we had to walk thru to get to some of the restaurants. Not the best scenery. With so many pretty streets and restaurant options in the art district it would have been more comfortable to walk around in that area. I will still highly recommend this food tour to friends visiting Can San Jose.
Such a fun tour. There is a bit of walking but it is needed between the food stops. This is a great way to experience the city.
My husband and I have been on many food tours but I will tell you this is by far the best we've ever been on. We went with Arlin and Carla (orientee). I felt like we were hanging out with friends. They were both so knowledgeable and interesting! In addition, the food was incredible! I may never eat Mexican again in the US. We had a Chicken enchilada with mole sauce, freshly made tortillas, Fresca, Birria tacos, Al pastor tacos and fresh cantaloupe and then ice cream. I couldn't eat all of the food! You will not regret it if you book this tour.
Hola Nancy! Thank you for your review and recommendation. I’m glad you had a good experience through local San Jose with Arlin and Carla. Best wishes :)
Wonderful experience. Arlin was our guide with the assist from Carla. We were greeted by them as soon as we arrived. The various food choices were excellent but Arlin’s easy conversation made us feel like friends. She is an asset. Please pass along our thanks to her. We were very happy and full at the end of the day😁
Hola! Thank you for your review. I’m glad you enjoyed your tour with Arlin and Carla. Best wishes :)
Great food and a great time. We got a chance to eat with the locals at some excellent places. Thanks to our guide who made the event fun and interesting
Hola Jerry! Thank you for your review. It’s great to know that you had a good experience through local San Jose. Best wishes :)
Great experience. Great food and very knowledgeable about the all the foods we sampled. Excellent! Please send us the pictures you took.
Hola Tanya! Thank you for your review. I’m glad you enjoyed the tour, the pictures will be sent on the next few days to your email. Best wishes :)
I’ve gone on a few food tours but this was by far the best one. This is a must do activity. The food is phenomenal. The conversations were great. Learning about the history of the food, culture, places gave it so much more context. It’s really a history of Baja. Arlene was so amazing. She is extremely passionate and knowledgeable about the food and history. I truly loved this activity. 10/10.
Hola! Thank you for your review. I’m glad you had a good experience with Arlin through local San Jose. Best wishes :)
We did a walking and food tour with Carmen. Tour , food and Carmen were excellent. She took pictures with me and my son. Can we see them? It was just the 3 of us on the tour. Thank you
Hola! Thank you for your review. I’m glad you enjoyed your tour, the pictures will be sent to your email on the next few days. Big hugs :)
Come hungry! Lots to eat. Adrian, our guide was a delight! Very knowledgeable about the food and culture.
Hola Jeff! Thank you for your review. I’m glad you enjoyed your tour with Adrian. Big hugs :)
Adrian was terrific we enjoyed getting into the culture
Hola Arturo! Thank you for your review. Best wishes :)
