Madrid Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local
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Madrid, Spain
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover Madrid with your taste buds–and take the guesswork out of choosing a restaurant–on this small-group tour of the city’s food and drink scene, led by a local guide. Sample traditional Spanish delicacies, including seafood tapas, street food, and sweet treats, savor alcoholic beverages (all tastings included), and step inside at least four eateries you might otherwise overlook. As you explore, learn about the city’s history and culture.
- Go beyond the guidebook and explore Madrid with a local on a food tour
- Discover local flavors and ingredients while learning about Spanish cuisine
- Sample savory and sweet dishes, plus drinks, with all tastings included
- Visit different bars and eateries without the hassle of booking in advance
Sample Menu
Starter
Gambas al ajillo
a classic Spanish tapas dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a fragrant mixture of olive oil, garlic, and a hint of red pepper.
Starter
Tortilla de patatas
the Spanish potato tortilla is an international top seller, thanks to its adaptability as side dish, hot dish and starter.
Starter
Bocadillo de calamares
a beloved Madrid street food staple, consisting of a crusty baguette filled with tender, fried calamari rings
Starter
Tasting of local ham, cured meats and olive oil.
Madrid’s traditional cold cuts are a delicious showcase of the region’s rich culinary heritage.
Starter
Churros with chocolate
his is THE dessert in Spain to eat all over the day. The churros are long-shaped doughnuts fried in hot oil served with a cup of hot chocolate.
What's Included
- MealsThis is an itinerant tapas tour. At the end of the tour, you will have eaten the equivalent of a meal in at least 4 stops
- Water
- Alcoholic BeveragesAlcoholic drinks are included in fixed amounts (only for over 18-year-old guests)
- English-speaking Local Tour Guide
- GratuitiesIf you believe the Local Expert did a good job and you loved the food & drinks, consider giving them a Tip (it's not compulsory).
- Any additional food and drink
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Plaza de Santa AnaPl. de Sta. Ana, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Please, meet your Local Expert for the Do Eat Better Experience Madrid Food Tour near the Estatua "Madrid a Federico García Lorca"
End point
- Puerta del Sol, Centro, Madrid, Spain
Please, bear in mind that the end point may slightly change according to the availability of our partners.
Itinerary
1
Madrid
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Plaza De Santa Ana
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Plaza de Jacinto Benavente
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Plaza Mayor
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Murales de Antonio Mingote
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Plazuela de San Ginés
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Please, be aware that the guide may speak both English and Spanish during the tour.
- Please, inform us of any dietary restriction before booking.
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years old. Non alcoholic options are available.
- For safety reasons, guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies are unfortunately unable to participate in this experience
- Vegetarian options are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 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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Reviews
4.9
based on 110 reviews
Ronald_K, Apr 2026
The tour guide did not control the group or maintain the schedule as listed. The food and wine tour only included wine in one of the first four stops, at which point one of the guests left to buy a glass of wine which delayed the tour and we left the tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations.
We would like to clarify that our tour is primarily a food tour, designed to showcase traditional local cuisine and the culinary culture of our region. While wine is included at one of the stops as part of the experience, this is not intended to be a dedicated wine tasting or full alcohol-focused tour. We strive to make this clear in our tour description so guests know what to expect.
Regarding the pace of the tour, our guides always do their best to keep the group together while also ensuring that everyone has an enjoyable and relaxed experience. Occasionally, minor delays can occur in a group setting, especially when accommodating individual guests.
We appreciate your comments, as they help us continue improving our tours. We wish you all the best in your future travels.
Bonnie_D, Apr 2026
David was a great guide, lots of interesting historical facts about the food and places we stopped at.
Bryan_J, Apr 2026
Adolfo was excellent. He took us to several restaurants and for street food, highlighting various historical stories from the city of Madrid. The food was fantastic and he finished with churros and chocolate. Highly recommend this tour with Adolfo!
Destiny_M, Apr 2026
Adolfo was a great guide to the city and was a lot of fun to take this tour with! Each spot had its own unique experience which was a great way to explore the city! Highly recommended
Tracy_D, Mar 2026
Absolutely fantastic tour! Tapas, drinks, historic locations and our amazing tour guide Aldolfo! He provided some of the best culinary treats, iconic eateries and Madrid culture and squeezed into 3ish hours. You will leave with a full belly and newfound love of this beautiful (and delicious) city! Thanks Aldolfo!
Kristi_H, Mar 2026
Osmel, our guide, was fantastic. He took us to some great spots and got to try new foods we would never know to order. We would definitely recommend this and do it again.
Hallie_H, Mar 2026
When traveling to a new country, I love starting with a food tour so I can learn some history, culture, and how to eat & drink like a local! This was a fantastic tour that helped familiarize myself with the area, and learn the popular and best dishes of the area. Adolfo, our guide, was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable and shared information of Spanish culture and history that I never would have learned on my own. 10/10 recommend this tour. The food was excellent and now I know what to order at bars and restaurants for the remainder of the trip.
Jonathan_G, Feb 2026
We had a blast with our guide Osmel! Awesome food spots and he was super knowledgeable about the eateries, the food and Madrid in general. We even went back to a spot for a 2nd round the next day.
Chris_C, Feb 2026
All the food was excellent. Our guide Osmel was great! Was vey organized and knowledgeable. A perfect ending to our first day in Madrid
Bruce_M, Feb 2026
We had an amazing food tour with Adolfo. Along with the great food and drink recommendations, what was most enjoyable was the historical, cultural, plus city/country explanations that were intertwined. We would highly recommend this food tour guide.
Faye_C, Feb 2026
Our guide Osmel was very knowledgeable & friendly. We had a great tour & got taken to some cool places to try different food.
Greg_D, Jan 2026
Great experience with Ozmel. He was so friendly to our family of four. He adjusted the menu for one child. His history and food explanations were informative. I would highly recommend.
Sarah_J, Dec 2025
A really great introduction to Madrid and the local food and drinks. Our guide, Adolfo, es great and sprinkled in some interesting things to see along the walk. Even our 8 year old had fun. I highly recommend this tour!
Sharon_F, Dec 2025
Adolfo was a fantastic host and took us to some amazing places for tapas! B
I would recommend this tour for anyone!
Susan_R, Sep 2025
Alfredo was fun, knowledgeable and passionate about food. He took us to parts of the city we would have missed otherwise
Shirlyn_F, Sep 2025
Great experience, lots of information and many tasty treats. Our entire group enjoyed this walking tour
Robert_J, Jun 2025
Michele and Davide were very personable and gave a good overview of the tapas culture and historic info about points of the city we passed through. This tour helped us experience some traditional foods we may not have ordered on our own, which was great! They also introduced us to tinto de Vera o which has become a staple for us as we are traveling our way through Spain. What could have made it better: a couple of the stops were food stands, I would have preferred maybe one of those, but not two. Also, being offered a drink or a water at each stop would have been good. It was offered at most, but not all.
Rich_M, Jun 2025
Michel was a great tour guide. Great insights and was knowledgeable about the area and where to seek out the best dishes.
Simone_C, May 2025
An authentic food experience with a knowledgeable and passionate guide. There was a lot of food on offer and a great variety.
Amber_C, Apr 2025
We had a wonderful time. Adolfo was a great guide, very friendly and knowledgeable. I recommend this to anyone who wants to find authentic delicious food!
Jeryl_B, Apr 2025
It was ok but nothing special. Most of the tapas were available in the main square so we didn’t really eat anything gourmet or interesting and didn’t go to any hidden gems. Guide was very nice but not terribly interesting.
Adam_K, Apr 2025
Michel was amazing! We had our two kids (9&11). He was knowledgeable, engaging, and authentic.
10 out of 10!
Karl_R, Mar 2025
Michel our tour guide was very pleasant and knowledgeable of the best tapas to try out. He took us to 6 different places and all tapas were delicious. Excellent tour!
Wendy_G, Mar 2025
This experience was less like a tour and more like a friend from Spain showing you around his neighborhood. Michel was wonderful - one of the best tours we have taken. He educated us about the culture of tapas in Spain and then took us around to experience it. Do not eat before you go! There is plenty of food. And he respected different preferences (e.g., we had a vegetarian in the group and one person with a food allergy and Michel made sure all were accomodated).
There is some walking - but not a lot (compared to the informational walking tours). The group was intentionally small which allowed us to ask questions and have conversations. We went in March and it was a little cool, but the advantage is that things were less crowded (plus the tour started at 6:30 p.m., early for Spain!).
Highly recommend!
Paula_R, Mar 2025
Good tapas and great chocolate desert by Genos, also the garlic shrimp was Amazing!
That’s all I can think of
Kelli_P, Feb 2025
The food was fantastic! Adolfo was very knowledgeable about Madrid and a super fun tour guide. We were able to try traditional Madrid dishes in authentic restaurants that have been run by families for generations. Adolfo was so kind and even helped us get tickets to a flamenco show later in the week. Highly recommended!
Birgit_H, Feb 2025
It was delicious and amazing. Adolfo was super friendly and knowledgeable! Exceptional tapas and not just ‚touri-places‘
Katherine_M, Nov 2024
I ended up being the only person signed up for this tour that day. Tina and Fredrico(?), the colleague she was training, were wonderful guides who took me from location to location. Because it was just me, they tailored the tour to my food preferences -- which I very much appreciated -- and introduced me to the traditional foods of Spain and, particularly Madrid. Along the way, I was provided with historical context of Madrid, Spain, and the foods we were trying. There was plenty of foods to try and, in several instances, I went back to them later in my trip to enjoy again. Skip breakfast and go very hungry. Be prepared for a lot of walking and standing -- helps to burn off all those calories you consume! :-)
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