Mexico City: Evening Taco Walk with Local Food Expert

Summary

Evening taco adventure in Narvarte with local guide

You’ll wander Mexico City’s Narvarte streets with a local guide who knows every taquería worth visiting. Taste al pastor, suadero, gringas and more while sharing laughs with locals and fellow travelers. Drinks and dessert round out your night — expect warmth, spice, and maybe a new favorite taco memory.

What’s the experience like?

I was already running late because I couldn’t find the right street — Google Maps kept spinning me around and I almost gave up. But then I saw our guide, Luis, waving from under a flickering streetlamp, grinning like he’d seen this happen a hundred times. “Don’t worry,” he said, “the tacos aren’t going anywhere.” That made me laugh and honestly, it set the tone for the whole night.

We started walking through Narvarte, which is apparently called “Tacoland” by locals (I thought that was a joke at first). The air smelled like grilled meat and corn tortillas — you know that warm, slightly sweet smell? At our first stop, Luis ordered for us in rapid Spanish. I tried to repeat “suadero” but definitely mangled it; he just smiled and handed me a plate. The taco was greasy in the best way, with salsa that hit way harder than I expected. Someone’s abuela behind the counter winked at me when I coughed from the spice.

By the second taquería, we were all loosening up. There was this moment when someone dropped their gringa (the taco kind) and everyone burst out laughing — even the guy behind the grill joined in. We washed everything down with Jarritos and fresh juice. Luis told us stories about how each place had its own specialty — apparently there’s a secret rivalry between two of them over who does al pastor better. Didn’t expect to care about taco politics but here we are.

The last stop was quieter — more locals than tourists — and we finished with a cocktail (or dessert if you wanted). I picked something with mezcal that tasted smoky and sharp; it lingered on my tongue while we stood outside watching people drift by. It wasn’t fancy or anything but honestly, that’s what made it feel real. Still think about that first bite of suadero sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Evening street taco tour in Narvarte

• Walk through Narvarte neighborhood
• Visit top three taquerías in Tacoland
• Savor al pastor, suadero, and gringas
• Try volcanes, quesadillas, and more
• Drink fresh juices, local sodas, or beer
• Finish with cocktail or dessert

Top questions

Is pickup included for this Mexico City evening taco tour?

No, hotel pickup is not included; you'll meet your guide in Narvarte.

Are vegetarian options available on this street taco tour?

Yes, vegetarian options are available if you advise at booking.

How many stops are there on the evening taco walk?

The tour includes three different taquería stops in Narvarte.

What drinks are included during the tour?

You can choose juice, soda or another soft drink; one cocktail or dessert is also included.

Is this tour suitable for children or families?

Yes, infants and small children can join; strollers are allowed.

Can service animals join the Mexico City taco tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

How many people can book together for this experience?

A maximum of 6 people per booking is allowed.

What neighborhood does the tour take place in?

The evening street taco tour takes place in Narvarte neighborhood.

What’s included

Your evening includes all food at three different taquerías in Narvarte plus your choice of juice or soda at each stop. At the end you’ll get either a cocktail or dessert (soft drinks available), all guided by a bilingual local expert who keeps things lively from start to finish.