Mexico City: Narvarte Night Food Tour & Private Mezcal Tasting

Summary

Night in Narvarte means tacos on the street, laughter in the cantina, smoky mezcal with locals

You’ll taste Narvarte’s famous tacos straight from family-run taquerías, share laughs over cold beer in a lively cantina, and end with a private mezcal tasting led by a local chef—all in one night walk through Mexico City’s real neighborhoods. Every bite is dinner-sized and every stop comes with stories you won’t find elsewhere.

What’s the experience like?

I thought I knew Mexico City’s taco scene—turns out I didn’t know Narvarte at all. We started just as the sky was losing its color, stepping into a taquería where the grill smoke hung heavy and people chatted over volcanes. The tortillas came out crisp from the charcoal, cheese bubbling at the edges, and our guide (Andrea) grinned when I tried to pronounce “poblano” right. She said it better—rolled off her tongue like she’d been saying it since childhood.

The next stop was louder, busier—al pastor spinning on a spit outside, flames licking at the meat. I could smell pineapple and pork long before we got close. Andrea waved to a vendor who’s apparently been here forever (his handshake was strong enough that my wrist cracked). The suadero taco was softer than I expected—juicy but not greasy—and there was this salsa verde that had me sweating just a little. We wandered between places; some streets were quiet except for dogs barking behind gates or someone laughing two blocks away. It felt safe but alive.

We ducked into a cantina after that—dim lights, clinking glasses, old men playing dominoes in the corner. Andrea ordered us chelas (cold beers), but you could get a cocktail if you wanted. There’s something about drinking beer in Mexico City that makes you want to linger—you notice little things like how people tap bottles together or call each other “güey” with affection. Maybe it’s just me romanticizing it because I was tipsy by then.

The mezcal tasting at the end surprised me most—a tiny restaurant tucked away from traffic noise, warm inside even though it was getting chilly outside. A local chef explained each mezcal (I forgot half of what he said but remember the smoky one best), and we paired them with small plates—something with squash blossoms that tasted earthy and sweet at once. I still think about that last sip; it burned and soothed at the same time.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Narvarte food and drinks

• Visit taquería for volcanes tacos
• Try tacos al pastor and suadero
• Visit lively cantina for chelas
• Join private mezcal tasting with chef

Top questions

How long is the Narvarte night food tour?

The tour lasts around 3-4 hours as you walk between taquerías, bars, and restaurants in Narvarte.

Is vegetarian or gluten-free food available on this Mexico City food tour?

Yes, vegetarians, gluten-free guests, and pescatarians can be accommodated if you let them know your dietary needs after booking.

Does this Narvarte food tour include drinks?

Yes, you get one beer or cocktail at the cantina plus four 1-ounce mezcals during the private tasting.

Are tips included for vendors on this tour?

Yes, generous tips for all street vendors and restaurant staff are included in your booking price.

Is public transportation nearby for this Mexico City taco tour?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to where the tour starts and ends.

How much food is included on this Narvarte taco tour?

You’ll eat enough for a large dinner—the portions are generous at each stop.

Who leads the mezcal tasting on this tour?

A local chef and expert guides you through a private small-batch mezcal tasting at a neighborhood restaurant.

What’s included

Your evening includes as much food as you can eat (enough for a big dinner), four artisanal mezcals with three appetizers and dessert during a private tasting led by a local chef, one beer or cocktail at the cantina, filtered water throughout the walk, plus all vendor tips taken care of so you can just enjoy each stop along the way.