San Jose Foodie Tour | Costa Rican Culinary Culture

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San Jose, Costa Rica

3 to 4 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Take a half-day food and walking tour in San Jose that highlights innovative chefs who are updating traditional Costa Rican recipes with a modern twist. Stroll between four locations in the Escalante district to enjoy a 6-course tasting menu, seven drinks, Costa Rican coffee tastings, and a cocktail mixing demonstration with locally made liquor. Your guide shares insightful commentary along the way on a tour that can be scheduled for lunch or dinner.

Learn about the history of the Escalante neighborhood
Includes all food and drinks in itinerary
Expect a hearty meal and leisurely walk
Stops can be customized with advance notice

What's Included

1 hour coffee workshop - Costa Rican specialty coffee
Mixology workshop
6-course tasting menu
English-speaking guide
Private reservations for our Foodies

Additional drinks or meals not mentioned in what's included section.
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off (available if requested, extra fee)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Luz de Luna Hotel
Calle 33 entre avenidas 1 y 5 San José, San José, Empalme, 10101, Costa Rica
Meet at the lobby. If the tour is not available at a specific date, please contact us, we can open new groups if we have guides available.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Paseo Gastronomico La Luz

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Parque Francia

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Teatro de La Aduana

2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Most travelers can participate
Wheelchair accessible
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Vegetarian/vegan option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 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

5.0

based on 19 reviews

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Best foodie tour in San Jose!!!!

Bill_C, Apr 2026

This was an absolutely awesome experience. Vannia , our super guide, was outstanding!!! My sister and I were lucky to have a private tour with Vannia!! The whole experience was like 3 friends out on the town! The coffee tasting was amazing! The food tasting stops were extraordinary!!! The mixology class was a hoot!! This is a must do tour of the Escalante area of San Jose! Very hip scene with many restaurants and bars! Loved every minute!!! ♥️ ♥️♥️♥️

Best Food Tour for Foodies!

Heidi_R, Apr 2026

We take food tour in every country we travel to and this tour was one of the absolutely best. Perfect selection of restaurants and unique to Costa Rican food and drink. Well worth the price & you won’t be disappointed! Cheers!

A lovely afternoon!

KellyAnne_F, Apr 2026

Fantastic introduction to food and coffee in the area. Lovely little cafes and traditional restaurants. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and the culinary scene, and was able to explain about everything. I’m so glad we booked this because we would have missed out on the quaint cafes and restaurants if we had not had a guide.

If interest in new ideas...

Arthur_L, Mar 2026

If interest in new ideas and creative vegetarian and new takes on Costa Rica cuisine is of interest then this is for you.Focus on locally supplied produce also a major focus.The coffee education experience was enlightening even to a confirmed coffee snob.Tour leader was very personable,knowledgeable and committed to more than your. Average food experience