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Secret Food Tours: Austin

Skip the tourist traps and truly discover Austin with our top-rated guided food tour, which takes you to delicious, lesser-known food spots loved by locals

    ClockIcon 3 - 3½ hours
    LocationMaincolorIcon Austin Downtown
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Secret Food Tours: Austin

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Discover Austin with our top-rated guided food tour, which takes you to delicious, lesser-known food spots loved by locals

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    ClockIcon 3 - 3½ hours
    LocationMaincolorIcon Austin Downtown
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    GroupIcon 12 people max
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What you'll do

Join us on the Secret Food Tour: Austin and let our expert guides and your taste buds take you on a culinary adventure through the bustling streets of Downtown Austin, located in the heart of the live music capital of the world. Discover the flavors of Texas as you indulge in a variety of dishes, including the famous BBQ brisket and Instagram-worthy breakfast tacos, among many other mouthwatering options. And of course, we have a surprise Secret Dish to unveil. Quench your thirst with unique and exciting drinks at select stops, or upgrade to our thoughtfully curated Upgraded Drinks Package for an even more elevated experience.

SEE ITINERARY

We'll meet outside of Fareground, downtown Austin's beautifully modern food hall.
First up, you'll dig into some Central Texas pit-style BBQ brisket served with the best pinto beans ever.
Next, you'll enjoy a breakfast taco, a local favourite with a cult-like following.
On our stroll, we'll say "howdy" to Willie Nelson, an Austin icon, and pass by where Austin City Limits is held.
Afterwards, we will stop at one of our favorite food trucks for a secret bite– a fusion dish that will blow your mind.
Then it's time for a cool down with a smoothie made with local Texas wildflower honey.
After several great bites, we'll take a stroll down Congress Ave to see and talk about some of our protected historic buildings.
As if you weren’t already full, we are right back where we started to sample a local handheld savory pastry from an eatery inside an Austin Modern Food Hall once known as a Bank Office.
And finally, we'll round things out with a flan-inspired creation made just for our tour!

Upgrade your Secret Food Tour: Austin, experience with two drink selections chosen to pair with the food you'll be served. You must be 21 and older and have a valid ID.

Local Craft Beer
Margarita or Mexican Beer
Espresso Martini or Prickly Pear Margarita
ADD UPGRADED DRINKS PACKAGE

*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.

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If you have any issues with payment, please email us at [email protected] with the city, date and time of tour, and how many adult and child's tickets you need so we can assist you.

If a tour is fully booked, or you are looking to book a *Group or Private Tour - please email us about Group & Private Tours options.

*Please note - Group & Private Tours are specifically organised for your group and therefore subject to a premium price.

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What you'll drink

THE FOOD

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BBQ Brisket & Texas Style Pinto Beans
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Austin Breakfast Taco
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Texas Wildflower Honey Smoothie
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Our Delicious Secret Dish
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Picadillo Empanada
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Flan Inspired Cheesecake

THE DRINKS

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Water
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A “Beary” special Smoothie
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For more drinks see the Alcohol Upgrades above
Meeting Spot
We'll meet in front of the Ellis cocktail bar at 111 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704. If you have any questions. Please email us.
 

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Every day 11:00 am and 3:00 pm

Your guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella so they are easy to spot.
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On our Secret Food Tour: Austin - South Congress, you'll escape the hustle and bustle of Downtown to discover a living, breathing Texan landmark.

Duration3 - 3½ hours
LocationAustin South Congress
Stops6 stops
Max People12 people max
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Our city slogan is "Keep Austin Weird'' which optimizes Austin's diverse and delicious food scene. In this city we're known for our thriving music scene, cultural landmarks, and of course, incredible food. When you book Secret Food Tours: Austin, you'll taste wonderful foods that show what our city is all about, including a speciality dish with Aztec origins. We'll ignore the tourist traps and take you to the best restaurants to make your city visit truly memorable.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I order?

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That is very easy! Go to our "Book Now" page, where we detail our tours. Select your tour and the time of your tour and book it! Are you looking for something special or are you organizing an event? Just email us at Group & Private Tours and we will do our best to arrange something that suits you. After your booking is made, we will send you an automatic e-mail confirmation. If you have any questions before booking, feel free to contact us via email

*Please note if you are using a special promo code then enter it in the "Voucher Code" section before you select the amount of tickets you would like to purchase*

What is included in the food tour?

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All the delicious food and drinks mentioned above, but if you want more alcohol (and who doesn't?) We offer a upgraded drinks package that gives you 3 drinks.

 

Where is the meeting spot?

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You can find the meeting spot here and if it's not clear you can always contact us.

Where the tour will end?

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The tour will end at Fareground, just steps away from our meeting location.

 

Is your food tour suitable for a vegetarian or someone with other dietary requirements?

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Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us at [email protected] prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.

 

I am traveling with my family, is the tour ok for infants/children?

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Children are more than welcome to our tour if of an appropriate age to enjoy.

 

I don't drink alcohol. Can I book your tour?

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This is not a problem. Just inform our guide before the tour starts. During the tasting you can select another beverage you like.

Is there enough food during your tour?

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Our tours provide our customers with a lot of food. Trust us, you will not need to eat a meal after our food tour!

 

Where do I add my discount voucher?

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I would like to take your tour but it is already fully booked. Is there a way I can do the tour?

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Our tours are often sold out very quickly. If the date you requested is not available, please do not hesitate to email us and we can see if there is anything we can do.

Is there a lot of walking?

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To join our food tour, you must wear comfortable shoes. There will be around 45 minutes of walking but it's not too difficult and there are no hills or stairs. If you walk slowly, then our guide will walk slowly as well.

 

How many people max are on this tour?

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We take 12 people maximum. If you are more than 12 people, please do not hesitate to email us and will try to see if we can accommodate.

 

I cannot find a way to print the confirmation. Is it OK if I have it on my phone?

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You do not have to print your voucher. A confirmation on your phone will be fine!

If I purchase a voucher as a gift, or am given a voucher how long is it valid for?

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All of our vouchers expire one year from the date of purchase.

Can I choose my own cheese and meat?

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Our guide will take care of everything. Should you wish to try something special, please inform our guide and they will do their best to make you happy.

 

Where does your food come from?

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We work with small shops and family owned businesses in Downtown Austin. The food and drink we buy is top-quality, fresh and local!

 

What if it rains or I change my plans?

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Unfortunately, the weather is unpredictable in Austin. We do not issue refunds as per our terms and conditions. We also inform you that we never cancel a booking even if we have only 2 people! However we do reserve the right to cancel the tour if we feel the weather is extreme, and we cannot run the tour due to this for more info see our Terms and Conditions.

Can I pay the tour in cash?

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You must book directly on our website. We do not accept cash payments. Our online payment is safe, secured and SSL protected.

Why do we need to pay for a booking fee?

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The booking fee that you have to pay is up to our ticket provider and we can't change it. All our clients need to pay for it upon booking. The booking fee charged contributes to the cost of the ticketing system to provide an excellent service to our customers.

Foreign Transaction Fees

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A few banks have charged their customer an extra fee while booking with us (this isn't the booking fee but another fee added by the bank). We think this is unfair, if this happens let us know by showing us in your bank statement and we will refund this fee as a gesture of good will.

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