Food Tour - Discover Classic Fare in Madrid

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all-inclusive: 5 food stops and taxes.

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What You’ll Do

See Spain's vibrant capital city through a culinary lens and find the best eats around.

Navigate the historic flavors of Madrid on a food tour where every bite tells a story steeped in tradition and passion. Wander through centuries-old streets to uncover iconic Spanish tastes alive with character.

Begin your journey in a timeless pastry shop savoring seasonal sweets, then step back in time at a deli dating to the 1800s to sample prized Iberian meats and rich olive oil. Indulge in a crispy squid sandwich with classic sides before enjoying vermouth paired with the daily tapa. The tour concludes in an 18th-century setting with Spanish omelette, Manchego cheese, Padron peppers and a secret dish. Book now for an authentic taste of Madrid’s culinary soul.

Alcohol may be enjoyed by those of legal drinking age.

Your Tastings

Stop 1

Begin in a historic pastry shop with a freshly made seasonal pastry, setting the tone with a touch of local sweetness.

Stop 2

Visit a traditional deli dating back over 180 years to sample two types of Iberian ham, plus salami, loin, chorizo and a drizzle of rich extra virgin olive oil.

Stop 3

Enjoy a beloved local favorite — a crispy, deep-fried squid sandwich, served with patatas bravas and olives on the side.

Stop 4

Savor a glass of traditional vermouth, paired with the tapa of the day, just as locals enjoy it across Madrid.

Stop 5

End the tour inside a restaurant set within an 18th-century building, where a spread of Spanish omelette, Manchego cheese, Padron peppers and the Secret Dish await.

Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.

Tour Facts

Minimum Guests 2
Maximum Guests 12
Food Stops 5
Approximate Duration 3 hours
Labels City Tours, Walking Food Tours

Meet your guide

Guide Charlie or Local Guide

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Guide Charlie and their team will take you on an exciting culinary excursion around Madrid with stops that feature the best food, art and culture. Your expert food tour guide will show you authentic offerings from the Spanish menu as you travel the streets and discover hidden gems and hotspots waiting around every corner. With a taste for great food, your guide will take you on a fun excursion and share historic facts as you explore.

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What You’ll Do

See Spain's vibrant capital city through a culinary lens and find the best eats around.

Your Tastings

Stop 1

Begin in a historic pastry shop with a freshly made seasonal pastry, setting the tone with a touch of local sweetness.

Stop 2

Visit a traditional deli dating back over 180 years to sample two types of Iberian ham, plus salami, loin, chorizo and a drizzle of rich extra virgin olive oil.

Stop 3

Enjoy a beloved local favorite — a crispy, deep-fried squid sandwich, served with patatas bravas and olives on the side.

Stop 4

Savor a glass of traditional vermouth, paired with the tapa of the day, just as locals enjoy it across Madrid.

Stop 5

End the tour inside a restaurant set within an 18th-century building, where a spread of Spanish omelette, Manchego cheese, Padron peppers and the Secret Dish await.

Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.

Tour Facts

Minimum Guests 2
Maximum Guests 12
Food Stops 5
Approximate Duration 3 hours
Labels City Tours, Walking Food Tours

Reviews

Reviews Guide Charlie or Local Guide received outside of Cozymeal

Brittney

27 Jan 2023

Jorge was fantastic. He took us to six different locations to sample the local cuisine, and they were all delicious! The tour is primarily in Madrid's historic district, so we learned a lot about the city's history as well as food history. I'm still daydreaming about that hot chocolate!

Connor M.

27 Jan 2023

The highlight of our trip was this walking food tour! It's basically like spending the afternoon with a local friend who takes you to all of their favorite spots, is passionate about food, and knows everything there is to know about the city's history. We learned so much about the city, history, culture, food, and drinks during our nearly four-hour food tour. We had far too much to eat and drink. Jorge was our tour guide, and if you can, you should - he was the best - fun, funny, entertaining, and enthusiastic. I cannot recommend it enough!

Steffanie

27 Jan 2023

This food tour is a fantastic way to get to know Madrid, in my opinion. This was my first full day in town, and I'm glad I did it. It assisted me in getting a sense of the landscape, learning about Spain's history, learning about some of the food culture, and, of course, eating some delicious food! I particularly appreciated the fact that we visited off-the-beaten-path locations frequented by locals. That is something I could not have figured out on my own. Jorge was an excellent host: he was entertaining and easy to be around, and he made certain that we were all well taken care of. He also gave me a lot of recommendations for places to visit and things to do while I was in town. Jorge comes highly recommended!

Sean

27 Jan 2023

This small group tour was fantastic! Jorge, our tour guide, was extremely knowledgeable, an excellent communicator, and a lot of fun. We went to a number of tapas restaurants and specialty food stores that specialized in Madrid/Spanish foods and beverages. Portions were plentiful at all stops! We wholeheartedly endorse Jorge and this tour.

Kelly

27 Jan 2023

Jorge was an excellent tour guide. Friendly and knowledgeable. He tailored the tour to our preferences. I can't believe how quickly three hours passed! Jorge made our trip to Madrid absolutely perfect. I've been on food tours all over the world, and Food Tours and their local guide Jorge are among the best!

Jessie

07 Dec 2022

The tour was absolutely delightful. Jorge was a fantastic tour guide. His understanding of the city, its history, and the stories of our stops was superb. His English was also excellent, and he was able to convey everything he wanted to say. All of the stops were genuine (and delicious). I absolutely recommend it!

Zachary

07 Dec 2022

Out of more than a dozen food tours, this was without a doubt the best. The flavors were enjoyable, and some were undoubtedly tastier than others. I love food tours because they provide me the opportunity to sample new things. The best part, though, was that Jorge gave us a thorough history lesson as well as interesting facts about the streets and plazas we passed through while we walked between Sol and the Royal Palace. A participant who had previously done the tour this time brought a friend. Next time I visit Madrid, I will without a doubt do the same.

Carla G.

07 Dec 2022

Jorge was an outstanding tour guide!! Not only did we get to sample some delicious tapas and drinks, but he also provided excellent background and history of Madrid and Spain during our tour. He ensured that everyone had a wonderful time and learned about the food and drink, as well as the locations and restaurants. He also provided us with impressive feedback on questions we posed to him about other things to do in Madrid. It was one of the most enjoyable tours I've ever taken!

Aimee

05 Dec 2022

This was the most incredible introduction to Madrid, and I learned a lot about the city that I would not have known about. It was a delight to spend time with Jorge because he was so entertaining and informative. We could tell that he cares deeply for his hometown. I can't express how much I loved this tour. Impressive!