Dallas Food Tour with 5 Local Food Tastings in Deep Ellum Area
Recommended by 96% of travelers
Dallas, USA
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get a taste of that famous southern hospitality and discover the influences on the culinary melting pot that is Texan cuisine. This foodie tour takes you to Dallas’ artsy neighborhood of Deep Ellum, which also happens to be the gastronomic heart of the city, to taste award-winning takes on Texan and Tex-Mex classics like chilli and BBQ brisket, as well as some secret surprises.
- Hear the stories behind some of Texas’ most ionic dishes
- See vibrant street art and learn more about Deep Ellum’s history as you walk
- Meet fellow travelers in a relaxed and fun environment
- A maximum of 12 travelers or the option to make it a private tour
What's Included
- Slow-smoked cowboy-style BBQ brisket
- Chilli
- Adobada Taco
- Boozy Southern pecan pie
- Our exclusive Secret Dish
- A Vintage Soda
- Pick Up and Drop Off
- Gratuity
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 2702 Main St, Dallas, TX 75226, USA
The meeting spot is In front of the Pecan Lodge, 2702 Main St. Your guide will be there with an orange umbrella and a big smile! The tour will end at the same place it started, right on Main St in Deep Ellum.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Deep Ellum (Pass By)
The Bomb Factory (Pass By)
Rudolph's Meat Market and Sausage Factory (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- We strongly advise wearing comfortable walking shoes to all of our guests. Our tour runs a little over 3 hours.
- *We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours*
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Travelers appreciate the flavorful, well-seasoned food offerings, particularly BBQ brisket, tacos, and pecan pie, which contribute to a nostalgic culinary experience. Guides are noted for their engaging, knowledgeable delivery and friendly professionalism, effectively conveying Deep Ellum’s history and culture. The combination of well-chosen food stops and informative commentary creates an immersive and memorable tour experience overall.
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This walking tour is a MUST do to experience Texas food. Stephen made the experience quite memorable – he was animated, engaged and knowledgeable. First, we met at Pecan Lodge and had delicious "Cowboy style" BBQ brisket & pickles. Second, we went to Revolver taco lounge for a tasty fresh taco. Third was Angry Dog for chili with cheese, sour cream & Fritos. Fourth we walked towards the "Awakening statue" to talk about the symbol of Deep Ellum neighborhood & the Traveling Man. Tons of murals painted on buildings. Fifth we got to choose a old style soda from Rocket Fizz Candy store (100’s of flavors). Lastly, we went to Terry Black’s barbecue and you could choose banana pudding or pecan pie BOTH were amazing!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Your review shows just how much you enjoyed getting to know the city with us. We hope to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours before long!
PROS: Nice to experience this unique part of Dallas. The one slice of BBQ beef was dry (but seasoned well), the taco was the best & the dessert was enjoyable but nothing special. Stephen, our guide, was sweet and attentive, but was more of a glorified food runner than an experienced information tour guide.
CONS: One of the 5 stops was food from a vintage market where we received a 3” piece of beef jerky. The other foodie stop was at a bar where we received a half a cup of chili, and split a 1 oz. bag of fritos chips with 4 people. On our way to each location, if you were fortunate enough to walk beside our guide, you may have heard about the historical aspect of the area. He only stopped once with us gathered around him to hear what he had to say about the murals in an alley. But he didn’t know hardly anything about the murals other than there was artwork of Stevie Ray Vaughn. The food photos on this website of a BBQ sandwich and a plate of fried fish promoting this tour is misleading.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Paul, thank you for sharing your thoughts and for joining us in Deep Ellum. Our tours are designed to offer guests a mix of local flavors and neighborhood discovery, with food portions and stops selected to create an overall tasting experience rather than full meal servings at each location. Many guests enjoy the variety and opportunity to visit places they may not have found on their own, along with learning more about the local character and stories of the area. We also appreciate your comments regarding the historical narration and pacing throughout the experience. Guests often enjoy the combination of food and local insight, so feedback around storytelling and engagement is always valuable as we continue refining the experience. Still, we appreciate you joining us and hope you'll give another tour a try in the future. We'd love the opportunity to welcome you again and provide a different experience on one of our tours.
We always like to try local cuisine when we travel so we try to always book a food tour. The food tour in Deep Ellum with Stephen was wonderful. Great selection of foods and the wide variety of establishments. He’s very full of knowledge of the history of Deep Ellum and the establishmentsand made great selections of food.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
We’re glad you took the time to share this. When the walk feels cohesive from start to finish, it tends to leave a lasting impression. You’re always welcome back on Secret Food Tour!
Not much history given. The food was good, but portions of each single item were extremely small. Side dishes should be provided with brisket and taco, and the surprise dish was a joke. I’ve been on many food tours and this was the worst one .
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your perspective, Cheryl. Our tours are thoughtfully curated to showcase a variety of what makes the local food scene unique, with each stop selected to highlight different flavors and stories, rather than full meal portions. Guests often appreciate the balance and pacing, as it allows them to experience multiple specialties in one tour. We do understand that preferences can vary, especially for those who have joined other food tours, and your feedback is noted as we continue refining the experience. We hope you'll consider another Secret Food Tour in the future.
Morgan was GREAT. Professional and well prepared. 5 different and interesting stops. Morgan also introduced us to Deep Ellums incredible history back in the late 1800.
Highly recommendable experience with a cute personal touch. Thanks Morgan. KR Tom & Maryanne, well travelled foodies from Denmark.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
We really appreciate you taking the time to post this. Knowing the stops and the flow worked well together is great feedback. You’re always welcome back on another Secret Food Tours!
Be prepared if there is rain in the forecast. We got soaked, so the experience could have been a 5 if the weather was better. A bit difficult to hear our tour guide, as each venue we went too was packed with other customers & loud music. Food was good, best part was the tacos.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. It’s encouraging to know the food wasn’t just tasted but remembered. Another Secret Food Tours would be a pleasure to share with you!
Great food. Two different deserts at the end were good but a little much. If rain is in the forecast you might want to cancel and rebook. Valentine’s Day was thunder, lightning and very wet, flooded streets, etc. A tip for the guide: If you have a large group, present somewhere where it is quiet. Four of the five stops were lots of people and loud music. Black’s bbq was not a great choice at 1:30 in Deep Ellum. No tables, hundreds of people, but the Pecan pie was good.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hi Scott, thanks for joining our Deep Ellum food tour and for sharing your thoughts. Deep Ellum is a lively district and part of the experience is visiting popular neighborhood spots at their peak energy. Guests often mention they like seeing the area exactly as locals do, but your point about hearing our guide with larger groups is fair and we will pass that along so guides can better position the group when sharing stories. Weather in Texas can also turn quickly and Valentine’s Day certainly delivered a dramatic one. Tours run rain or shine, though guests who prefer a calmer walk often choose to reschedule when heavy storms are forecast. Still, we appreciate you taking the time to outline the experience and hope the flavors still made the day memorable. Until your next Secret Food Tour!
Morgan did such a great job! She was kind, funny, and informative. It was a great day! I highly recommend it!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad our tour delivered an engaging experience where food and exploration worked together naturally. You’re always welcome to discover another Secret Food Tours.
We had a great time with Morgan! We learnt a lot about the neighbourhood and tried heaps of delicious food. Getting to go to local institutions and not food chains was a big plus!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We appreciate your comments. We’re glad the tour helped food become a point of connection to the city. You’re always welcome to join another Secret Food Tours!
This Deep Ellum food tour was an absolute highlight, and our guide Morgan made it even better. She was amazing, friendly, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable about both the neighborhood and the food scene. As we walked through Deep Ellum, she brought the area’s vibrant street art and rich history to life, making the tour feel immersive rather than just a series of food stops. The food itself was outstanding and perfectly showcased bold Texas flavors. The slow smoked, cowboy style BBQ brisket was tender, smoky, and packed with flavor. The Texas chili con carne was rich and hearty, with just the right amount of spice. The adobada (al pastor) taco was a delicious contrast—savory, juicy, and full of authentic seasoning. For dessert, the boozy Southern pecan pie was indulgent and memorable, and the vintage soda was a fun, nostalgic touch that tied everything together. Being a private tour created a relaxed, social atmosphere that made it easy to connect with fellow travelers while still feeling personalized. Between the incredible food, the fascinating stories, and Morgan’s excellent guiding, this tour was the perfect blend of culture, history, and indulgence. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to truly taste and experience Deep Ellum.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We’re glad you took the time to leave a review. Knowing the experience worked well for you is important to us. We invite you to explore another Secret Food Tours in the future!
You get a history of a very cool Dallas walking area that has concentrated food establishments, mostly unique to that area. Delicious BBQ - cant get much better than Pecan Lodge. 5 different stops. A bit hurried, but that's ok. Not much walking as everything is conveniently located next to everything else.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing your review. It is great that the dishes and cultural context helped you understand the area through its food. We hope to welcome you again in one of our many Secret Food Tour cities!
The Deep Ellum food tour was a great experience. As an out f town visitor, I enjoyed learning about the neighborhood, its history, and of course its great food options from our tour guide Morgan. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a way to get out and see the area while trying some delicious food.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thanks for choosing our tour on your visit. We’re glad the experience offered a relaxed way to explore the city through its food. We’d enjoy hosting you again on another Secret Food Tour somewhere new!
The leader of tour was fun and knew what she was doing. The food was good but would have liked a salad place before main course.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for joining us and sharing your impressions! We’re glad you had a good time tasting and learning along the way. We hope to see you again soon on another Secret Food Tour across our 100+ cities.
Our tour guide Morgan, was clear and informative. She was excellent at engaging the group about the food and culture of the area and was very helpful with restaurants and points of interest. We had a great time.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
We appreciate you joining us and sharing your feedback. It’s great hearing that you enjoyed exploring the city’s flavors with our guide. We’d love to welcome you again on another Secret Food Tour!
Kyle was wonderful and knowiedgable of Deep Ellum. There wasn’t too much walking and due to the heat Kyle made sure we had the coolest route. The brisket and tacos were superb!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thanks so much for joining us! It’s great that the guiding and the flavors gave you a deeper connection to the city. Secret Food Tours would be thrilled to see you again.
Our tour guide Mark and the food were wonderful. We had a great time. We went back to Angry Dog the next day and had a chili dog. The chili is amazing. The brisket and tacos were also so good. Mark was very knowledgeable and fun.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
We’re so glad you took the time to share your thoughts. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the flavors and the atmosphere throughout the tour. We’d be happy to welcome you again with Secret Food Tours in over 100 cities globally!
Great tour, great food, super fun and interesting guide. Lots of interesting tidbits of info on the area. Good way to experience the area.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks for the 5-star feedback! We’re happy to hear you connected with the culture through the food. There's a lot more to enjoy with Secret Food Tours in over 100 cities.
Amazing tour! Morgan did so great guiding us through Deep Ellum. The food was great. Just remember Dallas is hot, bring you water!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks for taking the time to write this review! We’re pleased you enjoyed the authentic tastes and behind-the-scenes stories we shared. Whenever you’re ready, come explore again with Secret Food Tours in over 100 cities globally.
Being in Texas everything was beef except dessert. Damian, our guide offered a chicken option for the taco if we wanted but we chose to stick with the beef. Brisket was exceptional and all the dishes were delicious. Our group was only the four of us traveling together so Damian took us around the murals and had time to give us more of the history of the Deep Ellum area. Damian was very personable and knowledgeable of the area.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for choosing to tour with us and for your kind feedback. It’s always our goal to blend great food with meaningful storytelling. We’d be delighted to host you again—Secret Food Tours are available in more than 100 cities globally!
Overall great experience.. things we never would have saw in Dallas..,started of with the brisket place.. was very good.. then the candy shop(which was fun with the aged sodas and candy) then great chili with a beer.. the chili was good.. then a optional stop which I think is a must see is the mozzarella place (where you see mozzarella cheese made by 30 plus employees.. the owner came out and spent a great deal of time with us explaining how’s it made.. then stoped at the oil and spice place (optional although I think a must see) could taste over 50-70 different oils of all flavors flown in from Italy.. along with all kinds of spices.. (must see if you cook at all) then ended the tour with a pie place that the pie looks like a 1lb of pie of choice of 6 different.. the murals on the alleys were great to look at.. the extra stops that were not advertised were great and he took time for us to go their
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you for being part of such a memorable experience. Through every dish and every tale, we hope you felt more connected to the city. Let’s do it again soon with Secret Food Tours in one of our 100+ cities worldwide!
I’ve done many food tours across the world and this was my least favorite. It felt disorganized and it didn’t match the description. According to the description, we had a “secret” food item and a warm biscuit with honey, neither of which were on the tour. There were three heavy beef items in a row, brisket, chili and a taco. We spent a long time in a candy shop where everyone was just standing around and waiting to leave. None of the restaurants felt ready for us (except the chili place). I wanted to love this, but it was a bit of a miss. We were expecting 6 stops and we had 4 (plus the candy shop) in 3 hours. Every other tour I’ve been on has more than 4. It felt dragged out.
Response from Host, May 2025
Hi Jennifer, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with our Dallas food tour. We value feedback from well-traveled guests like yourself, especially those familiar with the food tour scene. It’s clear you came in with high hopes, and we’re disappointed that the tour didn’t meet those expectations. Our goal in Dallas is to showcase the bold, hearty flavors the city is known for—especially its rich barbecue and Tex-Mex heritage. Many guests have praised our selections as authentic highlights of the experience, but we hear your concern about the repetition. We strive for variety and balance, and your point about having three heavy stops in a row is fair. That’s something we’ll be reviewing closely with our local team. As for the pacing and number of stops, we always aim for sufficient food-based experiences along with cultural insights throughout. In some cases, a stop may offer more than just a bite—it could include storytelling, local history, or an inside look into the neighborhood’s character. That said, it shouldn’t feel like time is dragging or that any stop lacks purpose. Your note about the candy shop in particular is helpful; while some guests enjoy the nostalgic, relaxed feel of that moment, we understand it needs to stay engaging for everyone. We appreciate your honesty and the detail in your feedback—it gives us the insight we need to make meaningful improvements. While this Dallas tour may have missed the mark for you, many guests have had fantastic experiences with our other locations around the world. Each city has its own distinct flavor and rhythm, and we’d truly love the chance to welcome you again on another tour that might be a better fit for your preferences. If you’d like to discuss this further, please feel free to reach out to us at info@secrettours.com.
Morgan did a fantastic job sharing this cute part of Dallas with us. Her relationship with the vendors allowed us to have real up close interaction (the margaritas were amazing) and her local knowledge were appreciated. She was a fantastic guide - friendly and enthusiastic! Highly recommend this food tour in Dallas!
Response from Host, May 2025
We always say every dish tells a story—and we’re thrilled that message came through clearly for you. Join us again soon through Secret Food Tours in 100+ cities worldwide!
The food was good, the instructor was very knowledgeable and took us on a very enlightening tour which we very much enjoyed.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
We appreciate you being part of the tour! From the first bite to the last story, we’re glad it hit the right notes. Looking forward to your next adventure with Secret Food Tours in one of our 100+ destinations!
This was a great experience and gave us the opportunity to meet new people. Isaac was very knowledgeable and friendly. He even rescued a bag I left at a previous stop in the tour. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Our guides love showing guests around the city’s best food spots and sharing stories that bring the flavors to life. We’re so glad you had a great experience, and we’d love to take you on another tour—100+ locations are waiting!
Great tour, great food and great guide!
Morgan was a fantastic guide who was fun to be with. She provided a fun atmosphere and provided just enough detail about the area and about each restaurant.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Your review means so much! We take great pride in curating tours that blend history, culture, and amazing flavors, so knowing you had such a memorable experience is incredibly rewarding. Thank you for being part of our journey.
Great experience. Learned so much and had a great tour guide Isaac. Loved the food. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Your support means everything! It’s always a pleasure to introduce guests to the best local flavors, and we’re grateful to have been part of your experience. Looking forward to your next v
Food was delicious the tour guide was amazing. We had a great time for the 3 hours and also the sight seeing was great. I will do that again
Response from Host, Mar 2025
We’d love to have you back for another tour! Each destination has something new to discover, and we’d be delighted to take you on another food-filled adventure.
Isaac was a great tour guide! Very knowledgeable and the food was delicious!i would recommend this tour to anyone traveling to Dallas’
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you for joining us! We love what we do, and knowing that you had an amazing time makes it all the more rewarding. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable food experience!
Morgan was a wonderful guide and went above and beyond suggesting other things to do on our adventure of Dallas. For the tour she has us try each each bite in different ways with certain sauces, with/without addition items too creating many more to each dish. The walks between each stop is extremely short. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
We’re grateful for your kind words! Exploring a city through its food is always an adventure, and we’re so happy you had a great time with us. Hope to see you again soon!
I almost cancelled my tour due to personal reasons, and boy I'm I glad I didn't! This secret food tour was one of my favorite activities while I'm Dallas! Our tour guide Isaac was amazing and very knowledgeable about the area and different restaurants we visited. He was really laid back and showed us additional places. The art murals were breathtaking! The My favorite was the Brisket and yummy desert! I will definitely recommend this specific food tour for the diversity of food and good vibes.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour! Food tells a story, and we love sharing those stories with our guests. We hope you’ll join us again for another flavorful experience!
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