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Mazatlan Authentic Cuisine: Gastronomic exploration of Mixtec History and Tradition
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Mazatlán
Embark on a gastronomic exploration of Mazatlan’s Mixtec history and tradition. Taste the most representative dishes while learning about the city’s fascinating history and traditions. Join us for a unique tour led by local Mazatlecos!
Embark on a gastronomic exploration of Mazatlan’s Mixtec history and tradition. Taste the most representative dishes while learning about the city’s fascinating history and traditions. Join us for a unique tour led by local Mazatlecos!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mercado Pino Suarez - You will be able to walk around this traditional mexican market founded in 1897. In this place you will see multiple vendors of food, souvenirs, and clothing.
- Las Changueras Expendio De Mariscos - The shrimp ladies (Las Changueras) is the seafood market of the city, we will explain to you why Mazatlan is known as the…
- Mercado Pino Suarez - You will be able to walk around this traditional mexican market founded in 1897. In this place you will see multiple vendors of food, souvenirs, and clothing.
- Las Changueras Expendio De Mariscos - The shrimp ladies (Las Changueras) is the seafood market of the city, we will explain to you why Mazatlan is known as the “Shrimp Capital”
- Malecon de Mazatlan - Mazatlan beautifull malecon one of the longest in the world
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Playa Norte - This used to be the north end of the city, now this beach is where fisherman have their boats and bring the fish every morning. Here also we will enjoy another tipical dish of Mazatlan with the great view of Mazatlan`s bay
- El Faro Mazatlan - Mazatlan Lighthouse is the tallest natural lighthouse in the world
- Plaza Machado - This Plaza is the heart of the Historic Distric of Mazatlan a must stop when visiting the city
- Monumento al Pescador - This monument is the most know monument of the city is an Icon of Mazatlan
- Paseo del Centenario - This emblematic avenue will show you the best views of the port.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Pick up service from the hotels or back to the hotel
- Pick up service from the hotels or back to the hotel
Additional Information
More than just golden beaches, Mazatlan, established in 1531, is steeped in fascinating history and boasts an amazing culinary scene. We’ll guide you on a journey to sample the iconic flavours of this thriving seaport while you immerse yourself in its stories and customs. This is the perfect exploration if you’re seeking a taste of history, scenic views…
More than just golden beaches, Mazatlan, established in 1531, is steeped in fascinating history and boasts an amazing culinary scene. We’ll guide you on a journey to sample the iconic flavours of this thriving seaport while you immerse yourself in its stories and customs. This is the perfect exploration if you’re seeking a taste of history, scenic views and mouthwatering cuisine all in one. Experience the only food tours guided by local residents from Mazatlan.
- Not recommended for people with shellfish allergies, vegetarians or vegans
Location
Looney Bean Coffee Olas Altas
Paseo Olas Altas
We meet in the Looney Bean Cafe ubicated in Olas Altas Mazatlan. This is a very well know ubication in town any taxi will know if you ask you can also take public transportation to get there.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(71 Ratings)
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G9487vklaurenc
Jan 8, 2026
Savor an amazing local food tour! - THANK YOU!!! For the most wonderful tour. It was everything the advertisement promised and exactly what Paula said it would be at the beginning of the tour. I feel we experienced the hidden gems of decades old family run business like a local. Food, history, culture and personal antidotes were woven together in spectacular fashion giving a genuinely immersive experience. It felt like a dear friend was showing us her favorite spots and people! We saw a diverse selection of the city and tasted the local Sinaloa specialties. All the difficult parts directions, parking, safety etc. were taken care in a friendly professional manner. You will savor all the sights and tastes of this tour for years to come!
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Rickrr7538kb
Jan 6, 2026
Great addition to our trip - The overall food tour experience was awesome! I would have never been brave enough to stop and eat from a street vendor until we took this tour. It was fun and educational. I would do the same tour again the next time we are there. Thank you Paola for sharing your passions with us all.
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Vande21
Jan 4, 2026
Get ready to eat in authentic places - This was an exceptional experience! Our guide was local, and she took us all over the city of Mazatlan, telling us the history and taking us to excellent food locations! Could not have planned a better day in Mazatlan, highly recommend!!
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Yukonfoodservice
Dec 29, 2025
One of the best tours we have taken - This tour was a 3 in 1. A bit of a city tour that we learned so much about Mazatlan, a cultural tour with a born and raised Mazatlander, and the food tour. We ate at a street vendor, sit down restaurant, a tour of the shrimp market, homemade ice cream and more. Some of the foods you would not find in a typical restaurant. The vanilla soda was incredible. If you don’t take this tour, you are missing out on one of the most amazing tour’s Mazatlan has to offer. Definitely worth the price.
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Fearless751760
Dec 4, 2025
Mazatlán Food Tour with Paola - This food tour was absolutely fantastic! Paola was the perfect guide, her English was flawless, which made the experience smooth and enjoyable for everyone in our group.
From the very beginning, we felt like locals exploring Mazatlán. Paola introduced us to the city’s rich culinary traditions, guiding us through the most representative dishes of the port while sharing the stories and culture behind them. Each stop was a delicious discovery, and it was clear how much pride she takes in showcasing Mazatlán’s food spirt.
What made the tour even more special was the balance between food and sightseeing. We didn’t just eat, we also explored historic streets, learned about local traditions, and saw parts of the city we might have missed otherwise. It was the perfect way to go beyond the sun and beach and truly connect with Mazatlán’s heritage.
If you want an authentic experience filled with flavor, culture, and warm hospitality, this tour is a must-do. Paola made it unforgettable!
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Faraway62984662677
Nov 26, 2025
Good food, history and bird feeding! - This tasting was a lot of fun. That food was varied and included a stop to feed fish to birds on the Malecon! Our guide, Paulo was knowledgeable about the food we ate and as a native of Mazatlan knew a lot of the history of the area. She was also very personable and flexible with the little boy that was on the tour, ordering him food that he would like. Would definitely recommend this tasting tour!
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Liseg719
Nov 21, 2025
Fantastic!!! - Highly recommend!!! We enjoyed this tour very much! Paola was fantastic! Great food along with a great history lesson on Mazatlan! 5 ⭐️’s
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Nanette_p
Nov 19, 2025
Paola hosted my husband... - Paola hosted my husband and I even though there were only 2 of us. She was very informative and took us to some great local spots for delicious food and beautiful sites. Spend a day with her if you get a chance. Highly recommend.
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Roving828404
Nov 17, 2025
Amazing! - The tasting tour was perfect. It was the best blend of history of Mazatlán with amazing bites. Tour is for both young and old. Thank you for a an amazing experience.
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Nomad65491751055
Dec 10, 2025
The history of Mazatlan is definitely an emphasis - The tour was great. Just a heads up, this is 3/4 history and 1/4 food tasting. You visit lots of places of where the food comes from & how it is processed. We went to the pier and saw the shrimp boats. The places she took us to , the food was delicious, we definitely want to go back for more.
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