Delray Beach: Food & Drinks Walking Tour on Atlantic Ave

Summary

Atlantic Ave flavors, local stories, craft bites and sips in Delray

You’ll stroll Atlantic Ave with a local guide, tasting tacos at El Camino and pizza at Death by Pizza before sampling craft beers and learning quirky city history along the way. Expect plenty of food for lunch, spontaneous laughs with your group, and small surprises tucked between bites—Delray’s energy sticks with you after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

We started moving right away — stepping out onto Atlantic Ave, the air thick with that salty Florida warmth and a little bit of fried dough drifting from somewhere. Our guide, Jamie (she grew up here — you could tell by the way she waved at half the people we passed), pointed out this old brick building that used to be a school. I wouldn’t have noticed it otherwise; now it’s some kind of art museum and theatre. The street was already buzzing even though it wasn’t quite noon. I had to dodge a guy on a skateboard holding an iced coffee — only in Delray Beach, I guess.

First stop was El Camino. I’ll admit, I thought “just another taco place,” but then Jamie told us about how their tortillas are made fresh every morning — you could actually smell the corn when they brought them out. The margarita was strong enough that I felt it after just a few sips (maybe shouldn’t have skipped breakfast). We tried pizza next — Death by Pizza — which sounds dramatic but honestly? That crust was chewy in all the right ways. Someone asked if they always serve this much food on the Delray Beach food & drinks tour, and Jamie just grinned and said, “You’ll see.”

I liked how we didn’t just eat; we learned weird little things too. Like why there are so many murals along the avenue (it’s a whole city project), or how Delray Beer Trade Co. gets their IPAs from local brewers who sometimes show up for tastings themselves. At one point, someone from our group tried to pronounce “Dekes” like a local and totally botched it — got a laugh from the bartender though. There were moments of quiet too: standing outside with a cold drink in hand while traffic hummed past, palm fronds rattling overhead.

I still think about that last bite of something sweet (can’t remember what they called it) as we walked back toward where we started. My feet were tired but in that good way, like you’ve actually seen something instead of just ticking off boxes. If you’re looking for an easygoing day trip in Delray Beach with plenty to taste and a guide who feels more like an old friend than anything official… well, yeah.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Delray Beach food and culture tour

• Walk along Atlantic Avenue
• Visit main dining and shopping strip
• Stop for food and drink tastings
• Learn about city history and architecture
• Pass by Cornell Art Museum and Crest Theatre

Top questions

How long is the Delray Beach food & drinks tour?

The tour lasts about 3 hours total.

What kind of food is included on this tour?

You’ll try tacos at El Camino, pizza at Death by Pizza, plus tastings at other local spots like Delray Beer Trade Co. and Dekes.

Is lunch included on the tour?

Yes, there’s plenty of food provided for lunch during the tour.

Are alcoholic beverages part of the experience?

Yes, alcoholic beverages are included along with other drinks and bottled water.

Is this tour suitable for vegetarians?

A vegetarian option is available—just let them know when booking.

Is the Delray Beach food & drinks tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

Are children allowed on this tour?

Infants and small children can join; specialized seats are available if needed.

Does the tour operate in bad weather?

The tour runs rain or shine—dress appropriately for Florida weather.

What’s included

Your afternoon includes all food tastings (enough for lunch), bottled water, alcoholic beverages where offered, gratuities, local taxes—and everything is guided by someone who knows Delray inside out. Just show up hungry; everything else is taken care of along Atlantic Ave.