Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town worth booking?
Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town is a 3-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $65 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (5)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $65 per person
This tour is truly a foodie paradise, come along for a wonderful experience in Quito! Take part in the timeless tradition of Afternoon Empanadas in Quito. Take a short walk from the metro station to the cooking class v
What you get
- Snacks
- Empanada and Quimbolito Cooking Class
- Alcoholic beverages
About this experience
This tour is truly a foodie paradise, come along for a wonderful experience in Quito! Take part in the timeless tradition of Afternoon Empanadas in Quito. Take a short walk from the metro station to the cooking class venue in Historic Quito. Taste authentic Ecuadorian and Quiteño cuisine. You will have a great in-the-know guide who will take you on a foodie adventure. Your friendly guide will entertain you with great stories about the food and local traditions. - Make coffee the local way with a "chuspa" or cheesecloth filter. - Entice your palate with local treats, great coffee, delicious empanadas, quimbolitos for dessert and plenty more culinary delights!
What's included
Included
- Snacks
- Empanada and Quimbolito Cooking Class
- Alcoholic beverages
Not included
- Tips for guide and chef
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quito
Meet at San Francisco Plaza Metro Station at 3 pm Your guide will have a sign in the shape of an empanada with your name on it Activity takes place in a colonial house in Old Town Quito
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet at San Francisco Plaza Metro Station at 3 pm Your guide will have a sign in the shape of an empanada with your name on it Activity takes place in a colonial house in Old Town Quito
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Galapagos Connoisseur
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 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
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Educational, fun and tasteful
Superb arrangement with chocolate tasting first. Derretter Sylvia and Magola taught us to make so much good food! They have so much love and enthusiasm for cooking, it was so fun to learn from them and to taste everything we made. We felt like we were home and cooked with our loved ones. Incredibly pleasant day recommended at the hottest!
Response from the operator: Hi guys, so happy you enjoyed your afternoon coffee tour. The chocolate experience is great and it's awesome you felt at home with your loved ones. Cheers!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good introduction to Ecuadorian specialties!
We arranged to be picked up at our hotel. The stop for coffee and a sweet was great. There was a lot of traffic to get to the city so we were in the car for quite awhile. Nothing you can do about that! We then went to see how chocolate is made and had the best brownie ever! The last stop was for the cooking class where we learned to make Ecuadorian empanadas and steamed tamales. It was long but good. We were then taken back to our hotel by Uber.
Response from the operator: Hi Leslie, thanks for the good review. Im glad you had a good time on your Afternoon Coffee in Quito Tour. Best regards.
via Viator
Great Experience!
If you’re wavering, stop and just book it. Andres, his wife Sylvia and Magola are simply put, good humans. The entire afternoon felt like hanging with new friends and learning cool things about Quito. Getting the coffee in the historic center was a really fun experience, the chocolate tasting was joy for your tastebuds and learning to make empanadas and the canelazo drink was awesome. The empanadas were DELICIOUS and the canelazo drink was so good, I’m going to try to make it when I get home. I cannot say enough good things about this company, the people or the experience. It was a great afternoon!
Response from the operator: Hi Jenna, we all had a blast during the afternoon coffee tour. The canelazo and empanadas are so tasty, the chocolate experience is awesome and the learning how to make coffee the old fashioned way is a treat. Thanks for the review, you were really cool to hang out with. Hope Galapagos is amazing!
via Tripadvisor
Sunday Surprise
Absolute best tour of our trip. Andres our tour guide was phenomenal. We had so much fun and got to experience so much. The food and the cooking was excellent. Was nice that we could add on a beer or a wine.
Response from the operator: Thanks for the wonderful review Greg. I had a great time with y'all, the chocolate was tasty and fun and the empanada cooking class was a blast. Glad we found your phone. Too bad I didnt meet you before. Hope it went well with the dentist. ill send you the recipes and pics today. Cheers!
via Viator
The only thing richer than the experience was the coffee and chocolate
Amazing tour with a guide who is more of a friend showing you his favorite parts of his home town rather than than a tour guide giving you facts about the area - Andres definitely knows how to show you a taste of the culture. The tour starts with him picking you up then going to a local coffee roaster who only has four options, light roast, medium roast, dark roast and a bourbon roast; the smells tell you all you need to know and why they don't bother with more options. After that there's a short walk to a coffee producer in an old colonial house and a tasting and a history of chocolate then another walk to the kitchen where you spend the bulk of the time. The kitchen and the chefs altered the menu slightly since someone in the party has gluten allergies and the required twist on the authentic dishes was delicious and well worth the trip. Combined with the coffee and the intimate familiarity with every step that you gain doing the tour I cannot recommend this highly enough.
Response from the operator: Hi Cheryl and Chris, thanks so much for the great review. I had a great time with you and Im so happy you did too. I really appreciate you joining this new tour. Im enjoying the coffee I bought at the roaster as I type. Both tours I had with you two were awesome! Hope to see you back sometime. Cheers!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $65 to $110
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town cost?
+
Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quito usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town take?
+
Plan for about 3 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 Quito is not rushed.
Is Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Quito, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town?
+
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 Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town?
+
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 Quito 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 Quito and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town 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 Quito 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 Quito?
+
On Outty we rank every Quito experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotopaxi tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way, Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities, Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings. 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 Quito?
+
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 Quito?
+
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.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Empanada Cooking Class in Historic Old Town.
Pick your date
