Downtown Denver Food Tour
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Denver, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Eat your way through downtown Denver's ever-changing dining scene on a walking food tour that lets you sample five of the best restaurants in town, all in one afternoon. Discover award-winning eateries, authentic Neapolitan pizza, freshly baked empanadas from a family-owned shop and more. In between bites, learn about Denver's Wild West history and pass landmarks like the baseball field and iconic Union Station.
- Follow a foodie guide to five of downtown Denver's award-winning local restaurants
- Sample menu highlights like wood-fired pizza, Colorado pork green chili, fresh empanadas and more
- Hear tales from Denver's raucous history along the way
- Get an insider's dining guide and tips for where to eat during the rest of your stay
What's Included
- Woodfired Neopolitan Pizza with Bufala Mozzarella and Fresh Basil
- Ground Beef Empanada with Housemade Chimichurri
- Award-Winning Colorado Pork Green Chili with Flour Tortilla
- Roasted Pork Belly Taco on Blue Corn Tortilla with Peach Morita Salsa
- Portuguese Egg Custard Tart with Powdered Sugar
- 3 alcoholic drink pairings (available to purchase on site for $30)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Marco's Coal Fired | Ballpark2129 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205, USA
We meet just inside of the restaurant.
End point
- 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
The tour will conclude with dessert inside Union Station. Guides are happy to provide directions back to the starting point.
Itinerary
Make your own way to the first stop on your Downtown Denver food tour, Marco’s Coal Fired, to meet your foodie guide and small group.
Begin your walk around town and enjoy five tastings of delectable Denver eats over the course of three hours. In between tastings visit downtown hotspots including Coors Field, Mcgregor Square, the historic Dairy Block, and Union Station.
Enjoy exclusive discounts on other tours and food experiences just by booking this tour and, if you’re feeling like a drink, upgrade to include a 3-beverage drink pairing to your day.
Your tour ends at Union Station where are free to explore or get directions from your guide to your destination of choice.
Begin your walk around town and enjoy five tastings of delectable Denver eats over the course of three hours. In between tastings visit downtown hotspots including Coors Field, Mcgregor Square, the historic Dairy Block, and Union Station.
Enjoy exclusive discounts on other tours and food experiences just by booking this tour and, if you’re feeling like a drink, upgrade to include a 3-beverage drink pairing to your day.
Your tour ends at Union Station where are free to explore or get directions from your guide to your destination of choice.
1
Marco's Coal Fired | Ballpark
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Larimer Street (Pass By)
2
Lazo Empanadas - Ballpark
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Cherry Cricket - Downtown
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National Ballpark Museum (Pass By)
4
Ballpark District
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mcgregor Square (Pass By)
The Rally Hotel at McGregor Square (Pass By)
Windsor Farm Dairy Building (Pass By)
5
Kachina Cantina
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Dairy Block (Pass By)
6
The Wynkoop
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Ultreia
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Coors Field
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
The Oxford Hotel
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Denver Union Station
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
11
LoDo
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Crawford Hotel (Pass By)
12
Terminal Bar
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free tastings available with advance notice
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Tours run rain, show or shine! Please plan appropriately for weather
- Plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early to get checked in
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Tour guide was very knowledgeable. She asked each of us what our favorite food was and then provided us with personalized lists of nearby restaurants to march our favorite. We also loved how she tied the history of the area with restaurants we went to. And of course the food and drinks were amazing!
Great tour - lots of good food - Michael, or guide, was great and very knowledgeable about the food and places we visited! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Michael takes immense pride in leaving guests both thoroughly entertained and pleasantly stuffed! We're so glad you loved exploring our local dining spots and hearing the history behind every bite.
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Barry. Lots of local historical tidbits and lots of good food! We love being able to experience several restaurants in one afternoon.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Barry is absolute gold when it comes to serving up Denver’s historic tidbits alongside incredible local dishes! We are thrilled that exploring multiple neighborhood hot spots made for such a memorable afternoon.
Barry was a great tour guide for both the food scene and history of Denver! All the food we tried was yummy and we even went back to one and tried a recommendation of his! The history he gave us of the city was so much more than we expected! You can tell he loves what he does! This tour was definitely worth our money and time.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Barry loves showing off our city's history and steering guests toward Denver's best local kitchens! Knowing you enjoyed the stops so much that you went back to revisit one of his favorite spots is music to our ears. We hope to see you back for another culinary stroll soon!
Very fun. Make sure you have good walking shoes and do not eat much in the morning. You will not be hungry at the end. I asked my wife where she wanted to go to dinner on the way back to our car. ( I'm witty like that) She kind of gave me the evil eye. Justified. Good time though. Had a good time visiting with others on the tour. Well worth the time.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Coming hungry and wearing comfy shoes is the ultimate insider secret to tackling our tour route! We’re glad your wife’s playful eye-roll was worth all the delicious food and the fun connections you made with your fellow foodies. We'll be ready with a fresh plate whenever you two head back to Denver
Truly the best of the best restaurant sampling. All samples were excellent and well explained by our guide. Great info on food chemistry and why this plate was chosen. Fun facts and history about the area and buildings we passed along the way. I would do this same tour again.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Our guides take immense pride in peeling back the curtain on why our local chefs pick each specific dish and drink pairing! We are thrilled that the local history and culinary details hit all the right notes for you!
The tour was very informative. We were introduced to restaurants. We would not have been able to find on our own and greatly appreciated the information and input from the guide much recommend recommended.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Uncovering hidden neighborhood gems you would not otherwise find on your own is what we live for! We are so glad our local guide gave you such a great introduction to the Denver dining scene, and we hope to host you again soon!
I took the food tour as a Colorado native and a metro local. I took a visiting relative to give him a chance to see some of downtown and learn some Denver history while enjoying some good food.
Our guide Austin was excellent and very knowledgeable. We had a small group and we all greatly enjoyed the experience, me included. The food choices were great and there was water provided at every restaurant so no need to bring your own. That amount of food was well balanced - enough to keep you sated but not so much you will be stuffed or should skip breakfast. You may want a hat for the walking between stops, although it's not a strenuous or long distance and you get plenty of breaks at the restaurants or crosswalks as your guide regails you with Denver/CO History.
Highly recommend if you are at all interested.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Proving to Colorado natives that there are still incredible city stories and flavors hiding in their own backyard is our absolute favorite win! Austin was thrilled to host you and your visiting relative for such a relaxed, well-paced afternoon!
Excellent food and Denver history tour. The food at each stop was amazing and Barry was wonderful. Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Barry is a total pro at balancing fascinating city history with a top-notch lineup of local dishes! We are so thrilled every single stop was as delicious as it was informative for you, and we hope to see you back on another route soon!
Barry was super knowledgeable and the food was great. Fantastic food tour. Highly recommended. Marcos pizza was better than even in Naples.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Outscoring Naples on Neapolitan pizza is a massive compliment that will make the pizzaiolos at Marco coal-fired ovens beam with pride! Barry was delighted to share his city knowledge and feed your crew so well.
Loved the combination of delicious food, food history and local Denver history. Enjoyable for locals as well as out of towners.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Proving to both Denverites and out-of-towners that there are always fresh city stories and tastes hiding around the corner is our favorite win! Unpacking the history behind each plate makes every bite taste that much sweeter.
Great experience and Austin was fantastic.
Food was excellent and the local knowledge exemplary. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Austin is absolute gold when it comes to serving up incredible local dishes alongside Denver's best-kept secrets! We are thrilled to hear that the food and city history made such a lasting impression on your visit. We'd love to hand you a fresh fork on our RiNo or Cocktail route next time you're back in town!
This was an amazing tour! Our guide, Michael, was entertaining and knowledgeable. This tacos and the pizza were perfectly paired and a highlight of the tour. He also gave a curated list of other food recommendations based on your preferences. Definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Michael completely prides himself on pairing rich city lore with an incredible spread of local bites. We are so glad those carnitas tacos and wood-fired pizza slices hit the spot and that his curated recommendation list is setting you up for even more great eats!
The locations and food choices were diverse and delicious. The tour guide, Barry, is knowledgeable and personable. The experience was fun and a great way to get to know downtown Denver.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Barry takes immense pride in introducing guests to the diverse flavors and stories that make downtown Denver so special. Thank you for spending an afternoon tasting your way through our favorite neighborhood spots with him!
Barry was a great guide and provided historical information of the downtown area. Food was excellent especially the pizza. A nice variety of food samples were provided and the 2 hours spent on this tour was really worth it.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Barry is an absolute master at connecting downtown Denver's history with our favorite local kitchens. We are delighted that those wood-fired pizza slices made such a great impression during your two hours on the route!
A fun way to sample good food, learn a little history, and get ideas of where to return for a great meal.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Sampling delicious dishes while stocking your itinerary with the best local dining spots is our favorite recipe for a Denver afternoon! We’re so glad you had a fun time exploring downtown's history and culinary scene with us.
Forrest was so knowledgeable and fun as a guide. The food was absolutely amazing! Recommend for anyone looking for a fun way to experience a lot of different foods in the city.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Forrest is an absolute gem when it comes to bringing big energy and local food knowledge to the sidewalks! We’re so glad you loved the incredible tasting lineup across the city.
Denver Dan was really friendly and fun! Food was excellent and we had a great time, there was minimal walking which was nice because it was hot outside
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Denver Dan brings the absolute best fun-loving energy to our downtown walks while keeping the physical pace breezy and relaxed! We are so glad those short strolls between stops kept you cool and well-fed.
Food Tour was wonderful! Food was delicious. Barry was a great tour guide - very knowledgeable and informative.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Barry is a true master at pairing rich city lore with an awesome spread of local dishes! Thank you for coming hungry and spending such a wonderful day with our team.
Eva was very attentive and knowledgeable about the area and food served. All the food on the tour was amazing.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Eva is an absolute rockstar when it comes to attentive hosting and sharing the stories behind our partner kitchens! We're delighted that every single dish on the route was amazing for you.
Great places and different food. Knowledgeable guide (Michael). You may want to uber back to your car at the end.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Michael loves making sure every guest discovers brand-new flavors while getting a real sense of downtown Denver's history! We are so glad you had a great time taking in the city with him!
Michael is incredibly knowledgeable about both the Denver food scene and the history of downtown. His energy and passion were engaging. Michael tailored recommendations to our preferences and even offered to make reservations for us.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Michael treats every group like royalty and completely lives to share custom dining tips to keep the foodie momentum going! We are so glad his passion for Denver's food and history made your time on the route so special.
The food was great there was a nice variety of different types of food the empanadas were my favorite
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Those savory empanadas at Lazo are an absolute fan favorite on our walking route! We are so glad you loved the variety of flavors and enjoyed tasting your way through Denver.
We loved this food tour! Everything tasted amazing and Michael was a great tour guide. 100% recommended.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Michael loves making sure every guest leaves with a full belly and a great introduction to our city! We’re so glad you had a 100% recommended afternoon with us.
D provides a good history of the city in addition to taking you to multiple culinary delights. There is not a lot of walking, so don’t let that scare you the empanada and pizza with the highlights of the trip.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
D'Lina brings so much fantastic energy to the sidewalks while keeping the walking light and relaxed! We're thrilled that those empanadas and wood-fired pizza slices hit the spot for you.
The whole experience was great!
Our tour guide Michael was very knowledgeable and the food stops were excellent!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Michael completely prides himself on pairing rich local lore with top-notch neighborhood eats. We are so happy the whole experience left such a great impression on you!
Fun great food learn a lot history and is a tour around the world. The quality of the food Amazing.
The tour is walking and it’s an easy walk.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
We love that our downtown route felt like an effortless world tasting tour right here in the Mile High City! Easy walking and stellar food quality are what we do best, so we’re thrilled you had such a great time.
OMG….This tour was amazing D was the best! She totally made the tour. Food was amazing. She was a wealth of knowledge.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
D'Lina is an absolute powerhouse when it comes to dropping local food knowledge and keeping the fun rolling on our downtown route! You brought fantastic energy to the walk, and we are thrilled that every single dish left such an amazing impression.
The food was amazing and our tour guide, Barry, shared insights about the food, locations, chefs, and history of the area. We even went back to one of the restaurants for dinner that same evening. Highly recommend adding on the drink package too!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Barry takes so much pride in introducing guests to our amazing partner chefs and local history! It is fantastic that you loved the downtown route so much you even went back to one of our stops for dinner that same night.
I loved the guide, D'lina. Very friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and understanding to help get some of the other ppl in the group out on time for an airline apt. I own a bakery and I LOVE food! AND I enjoyed how much D loves food, too!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
D'Lina brings so much energy and passion to showing off Denver's local food scene! We are so glad her thoughtful hosting helped keep everyone on schedule so your group could catch their flights smoothly.
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