★5.0 · 25 reviews · buenos-aires, Argentina

Buenos Aires Food Crawl : San Telmo & Bares Notables tradition

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Duration3hr

DeparturesMon, Wed

Max group10 people

Locationbuenos-aires

Walk San Telmo’s cobbled streets with a local guide, tasting medialunas, empanadas, grilled meats, and dulce de leche at the bares notables and markets that define Buenos Aires food culture — the kind of morning locals actually have.

Highlights

Taste medialunas, empanadas, choripán, grilled meats, and alfajor with dulce de leche.
Visit bares notables, Mercado San Telmo, and a classic parrilla with a local guide.
Walk the cobbled streets of San Telmo, one of Buenos Aires' most iconic neighborhoods.
Learn the cultural and culinary stories behind each stop and each bite.
Sip vermouth con soda at a neighborhood bar, just like Porteños do.
Small group for a personal and unhurried experience through the city.

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Tour description

Start in Plaza Dorrego, the historic heart of San Telmo, one of Buenos Aires’ most atmospheric neighborhoods known for its cobbled streets, old houses, and unmistakable Porteño character. Begin with coffee and medialunas at Bar El Federal, one of the city’s iconic bares notables, before continuing to Mercado San Telmo, a historic indoor market where you’ll discover Argentina’s food culture through small tastings like empanadas and choripán with chimichurri. Along the way, your local guide shares the cultural and culinary context behind each bite, connecting flavors to neighborhood history and daily traditions. Then enjoy a tasting of Argentine grilled meats at La Brigada, followed by a vermouth with soda at Bar Plaza Dorrego. Finish at Café Rivas with alfajor and dulce de leche — ending with one of Argentina’s most beloved sweets. By the end, you’ll have experienced Buenos Aires through places locals actually use, all brought to life with stories, flavors, and genuine local insight.

The Flavors You'll Taste

Ancho Steak

Make Argentina's favorite cut of meat, with all the trimmings and sauces, available in our dinner classes.

Chorizo Steak

Smoky, savory, and sizzling — a classic Argentinian bite straight from the parrilla.

Choripán

A national street-food icon: grilled chorizo tucked into crusty bread, topped with zesty chimichurri.

Matambre

Rolled flank steak stuffed with herbs and vegetables — tender, flavorful, and unforgettable.

Waffle Fries

Much better than French fries — crispy, golden, and addictive.

Empanadas

You'll assemble empanadas from two recipes: Beef and Humita (Andean corn meal).

Gancia w/ Sprite

What Argentinian youth drink on their night outs.

Vermouth with Orange

The classy drink, ideal for sipping while cooking!

Chimichurri Sauce

Made from scratch, vibrant and herby — the perfect companion for steak.

What's included

Guided walking tour through local bars, bakeries, and street stalls
Non-alcoholic drinks available upon request
Small group to ensure an authentic and personalized experience.
5-Star Experience Guarantee
Or your money back
Local bilingual food expert

The Experience

What Makes buenos-aires Special

Start at Plaza Dorrego, the atmospheric heart of San Telmo, and spend a few hours tasting your way through Buenos Aires at its most genuinely Porteño. A local guide leads you through coffee and medialunas at a historic bar notable, tastings at Mercado San Telmo, grilled meats at a classic parrilla, vermouth with soda at a neighborhood bar, and alfajor with dulce de leche to close. Every stop is a place locals actually use, connected by stories, neighborhood history, and the culinary traditions that make Argentine food culture so specific and so good.

Meeting Point

AR CABA Buenos Aires

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Why Eat with Us?

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Local hosts who live and breathe the neighborhood — no scripted tour guides, just real locals.

16+ years leading food tours across Latin America — the region's most seasoned culinary guides.

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A cooking class that felt like being welcomed into someone family kitchen in the Andes....

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...The setting alone would have been worth it — a real home in the Sacred Valley, with views that made it hard to focus on the cutting board. But the cooking was genuinely fun and the host was warm, funny, and clearly passionate about every single dish. We left full, happy, and with recipes we actually used the following week.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this food crawl worth booking instead of finding places on my own?

Instead of guessing where to go, you’ll be guided straight to places locals actually love while learning the stories, traditions, and context behind what you eat. It’s a faster, richer, and more personal way to discover the city through its food.

What if my plans change?

We know travel plans can shift. That’s why we offer flexible support, including rescheduling whenever possible, and many bookings also qualify for free cancellation depending on the platform’s policy.

Who leads the crawl?

Your crawl is led by a local host with strong knowledge of the city’s food culture, neighborhoods, and hidden gems. They guide the group, explain each stop, and help you experience the city in a more local way.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Yes. We can usually adapt for most dietary needs if you let us know in advance, including vegetarian, pescatarian, and dairy-free requests. The main exception is strict gluten-free or celiac requirements, since we cannot guarantee zero cross-contamination across multiple stops.

Is this a small-group experience?

Yes. Our food crawls are kept small, with up to 12 guests, so the experience feels more personal, social, and easy to enjoy.

How much walking is involved?

Food crawls involve some walking between stops, but the pace is relaxed and designed for enjoyment, with plenty of time to taste, chat, and take in the surroundings.

Where does the crawl start, and is it easy to get there?

After booking, our booking manager will send you the exact meeting point, arrival tips, and easy directions. In most cases, it’s very easy to reach by Uber.