Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings worth booking?
Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings is a 4-hour experience in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from $99 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $99 per person
Buenos Aires is known for its meat, but the city’s food culture goes far beyond the parrilla. This tour is designed to show that wider picture, taking you through San Telmo to experience the dishes and traditions that define everyday porteño eating. With 12+ tastings across multiple stops, you’ll move from bakeries and vermuterías to market stalls, pizzerias, and grills, experiencing everything from classic pastries and street food to pizza traditions, small plates, and charcoal-cooked meats. San Telmo itself plays a key role. As one of Buenos Aires’ oldest neighbourhoods, it reflects the immigrant influences that shaped the city’s food, particularly from Italy and Spain. This is an authentic slice of Buenos Aire’s food scene through the eyes of a local tastemaker guide.
What you get
About this experience
Buenos Aires is known for its meat, but the city’s food culture goes far beyond the parrilla. This tour is designed to show that wider picture, taking you through San Telmo to experience the dishes and traditions that define everyday porteño eating. With 12+ tastings across multiple stops, you’ll move from bakeries and vermuterías to market stalls, pizzerias, and grills, experiencing everything from classic pastries and street food to pizza traditions, small plates, and charcoal-cooked meats. San Telmo itself plays a key role. As one of Buenos Aires’ oldest neighbourhoods, it reflects the immigrant influences that shaped the city’s food, particularly from Italy and Spain. This is an authentic slice of Buenos Aire’s food scene through the eyes of a local tastemaker guide.
What's included
Included
- Led by professional tastemaker guides
- Bottled water included
- Max 8 exclusive guests, smallest group size in Buenos Aires (private tour or 9+ guests possible)
- Movable food feast with 6-7 stops around Buenos Aires
- 12+ food tastings included, more than any other Buenos Aires food tour
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks
- Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded
What you'll see and do
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, the city where tango drifts from open doorways, football is discussed with near-religious devotion, and everyone seems to have a strong opinion about where to find the best empanada. No one treats lunch quite as seriously as porteños. Our feasting tour of 12+ tastings explores the historic San Telmo district, led by our team of local tastemakers. Before we get started, our tour reflects the local cuisine and the limitations of traditional vendors means we unfortunately cannot cater for every dietary restriction. Here's an honest appraisal for the tour so no-one is disappointed: ✘ Unsuitable for vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, halal diets, gluten and lactose intolerance as the tastings would be very limited. ✔ No pork diets possible though some tastings do not have alternatives available and the menu would be more limited. ✔ Suitable for mild peanut and tree nut allergies, and no seafood diets
15 minutes here
San Telmo
Nothing starts in Argentina without a pastry. Our first stop introduces us to the bola de fraile, a pillowy doughnut whose name translates rather mischievously as "friar's ball." Filled with sweet pastry cream, it's a reminder that Argentinians take their bakeries every bit as seriously as their steakhouses. As we wander deeper into San Telmo's cobbled streets, we'll begin uncovering the stories of a neighbourhood that was once home to the city's wealthiest families. Today, artists, musicians, collectors, and food lovers have reclaimed its historic streets.
30 minutes here
San Telmo
Inside a century-old bar, time appears to move a little slower. Vermouth flows from behind worn counters, conversations drift between tables, and recipes passed down through generations continue to attract loyal locals. We'll sample house-cured jamón, delicate chard fritters, and pickled eggplants prepared according to old family traditions. Alongside them comes a glass of house vermouth, the drink that fuelled countless political debates, football arguments, and long afternoons throughout Buenos Aires' cafés and bars. Passing Casa Ezeiza and the beautiful Pasaje de la Defensa, we'll pause to admire two of San Telmo's architectural treasures. Built during the neighbourhood's golden age, these elegant buildings offer a glimpse into the grandeur that once defined the district.
45 minutes here
Mercado San Telmo
No food journey through San Telmo would be complete without entering its most famous landmark: Mercado de San Telmo. Opened in 1897, the market has witnessed waves of immigration, economic booms, political turmoil, and changing food fashions. Today, beneath its iron framework and soaring roof, traders, cooks, and craftspeople continue traditions that have lasted for generations. Among the market's many temptations, we'll stop for a proper choripán. Smoky sausage tucked into crusty bread and generously dressed with chimichurri, it's simple, messy, and one of Argentina's most beloved street foods.
45 minutes here
San Telmo
At another neighbourhood institution, we'll tackle one of Buenos Aires' finest fried empanadas. Crisp, golden pastry gives way to a richly seasoned beef filling, elevated by a closely guarded ancestral sauce whose recipe remains a family secret. A little further off the tourist trail, we'll visit a local favourite known primarily to residents. Here, slices of fainá, a chickpea flatbread introduced by Italian immigrants, are served with fluffy onion-topped fugazza, another enduring gift from Buenos Aires' Italian heritage.
45 minutes here
Buenos Aires
We finish the only way Buenos Aires knows how: around a parrilla. Smoke rises from the grill as meats cook slowly over live fire, a ritual that sits at the heart of Argentine culture. Alongside the grilled meats comes bubbling provoleta cheese, a fresh side salad, and finally budín de pan, Argentina's beloved bread pudding, created generations ago as a delicious solution to wasting yesterday's bread. There's more to this Buenos Aires food tour than the food itself. It's a discovery and understanding of the immigrant influences, neighbourhood institutions, and local traditions. Whilst it's possible to eat well in Buenos Aires alone, you'd be hard-pushed to uncover these stories, flavours, and hidden gems without our tastemaker guides.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Buenos Aires
The meeting point in front of the Escultura don Pedro de Mendoza is easily accessible by taxi from most of the city's central hotels. If you do need to get a taxi, we recommend using Uber.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour concludes at the Plaza Dorrego in the heart of San Telmo. The tour duration is approximately 3.5 to 4 hours depending on the pace of the group. Your guide can help you to find transport back to your accommodation if you wish.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- A Chef's Tour
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great food tour to try Argentinian staples
My guide and tour were both excellent. We covered more than just food but quite a bit of Buenos Aires history as well. There was quite a bit of food and I was definitely full afterwards. All the stops were well chosen and accommodating. My only criticism would be to incorporate interacting with the vendors a bit more in some capacity as it was mainly just ordering from servers.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience with Barrios Bites
Me and my girlfriend had an amazing time on the Barrios Bites tour. We were lucky enough to have an amazing tour guide in Catalina, who acted as both the best walking tour guide whilst giving us stories of both the food and places we were eating throughout. We had the best time and would honestly recommend this to anyone going to Buenos Aires who is interested in both the food and history of this city!
via Tripadvisor
Fun for Foodies
Walking tour that enables one to sample the best food of Argentina. Vicky, the tour guide, was very knowledgeable not only about the food but their history. Vicky made it fun and fulfilling (gastronomy-wise yummy! 😉). Highly recommended!
via Viator
Amazing food tour in Buenos Aires!
I had an amazing food tour with Vicky. She was so friendly and so knowledgable about the food in San Telmo and Argentina more generally. The spots she took me to were absolutely delicious, I was so stuffed by the end because I couldn’t let anything go to waste as it was so good. I felt like I had a proper dive into local cuisine through this tour. Would highly recommend to a lover of street and local food.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by A Chef's Tour, who run 84 experiences we rank across 49 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.6 and 10 in the 90+ Club.
See everything A Chef's Tour runsWhy this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Buenos Aires.
How much does Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings cost?
+
Prices start at $99 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Buenos Aires usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings take?
+
Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Buenos Aires is not rushed.
Is Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Buenos Aires, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings?
+
Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings?
+
Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Buenos Aires can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Buenos Aires and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Buenos Aires within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Buenos Aires?
+
On Outty we rank every Buenos Aires experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Argentine Cooking, Wine & Beef Tasting at Argentine Experience, Historical Sherpa Food Tour of San Telmo with Street Food, Drinks, Cooking Class with Empanadas Steak & Flan by Argentine Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Buenos Aires?
+
Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Buenos Aires?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings?
+
Included: Led by professional tastemaker guides; Bottled water included; Max 8 exclusive guests, smallest group size in Buenos Aires (private tour or 9+ guests pos; Movable food feast with 6-7 stops around Buenos Aires; and 12+ food tastings included, more than any other Buenos Aires food tour. Not included: Alcoholic drinks; and Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings?
+
The meeting point in front of the Escultura don Pedro de Mendoza is easily accessible by taxi from most of the city's central hotels. If you do need to get a taxi, we recommend using Uber. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings offered in?
+
It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings?
+
Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings wheelchair or stroller accessible?
+
The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings if the weather is bad?
+
It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Buenos Aires. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings?
+
Across 6 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Chimichurri Trails Buenos Aires Food Tour with 12+ Tastings.
Pick your date
