Step off the tourist trail and into Monterrey’s sizzling backstreets with a local, where tacos smoke on the grill and quesadillas ooze with gooey cheese.

PRICE: $79
per person

 

Guided by a local foodie, you’ll weave through two lively neighborhoods, sampling everything from zesty antojitos to refreshing regional aguas frescas.

Along the way, hear the stories of Northern Mexico’s bold flavors: why carne asada reigns supreme, or how family recipes shape Monterrey’s street culture.

Beyond the food itself, this crawl is your front-row seat to Mexico’s culinary heartbeat.

Your guide will introduce you to vendors who have been serving locals for generations, each with recipes that reflect pride, resilience, and family heritage.

It’s not just a meal, it’s a moving portrait of Mexican street life, where every bite connects you deeper to the city’s people and traditions.

By the end, you’ll have discovered hidden corners of Monterrey most visitors never see, and a richer understanding of Mexico through its most universal language: food.

Sample Menu
1. Guacamole with Pico de Gallo, Creamy avocado with tomato, onion, cilantro and a touch of serrano chili. Served with handmade tortilla chips.
2. Tacos al Trompo, Monterrey’s famous al pastor‑style pork, shaved fresh from the spit onto warm corn tortillas.
3. Quesabirria, Crispy‑fried corn tortilla folded around melty cheese and tender stewed beef, served with consommé for dipping.
4. Elote Preparado, Grilled street corn slathered in mayo, cotija cheese, chili powder, lime & a sprinkle of tajín.
5. Gringas, Flour tortilla “taco” filled with smoky pork, melted cheese & pineapple, lightly grilled until golden.
6. Agua de Horchata or Tamarindo, Refreshing, sweet rice‑milk or tamarind drink to cleanse the palate between bites.
7. Mini Sopes with Refried Beans and Fresh Cheese, Thick corn masa cakes topped with beans, shredded meat, lettuce, and salsa.

What makes this activity unique?

This isn’t just another food tour, it’s your backstage pass to Monterrey’s culinary soul.

Follow a local expert into smoky taquerías and lively markets where recipes have been guarded for generations.

Taste bold Northern Mexican staples like carne asada and velvety cheese-stuffed antojitos, paired with refreshing aguas frescas straight from the stall.

Every stop is chosen not for tourists, but for authenticity, hidden gems where locals actually eat.

Loved by travelers from around the world and praised as a highlight of their trip, this crawl blends flavor with culture, stories with bites.

Small groups (max 8) mean you’re never lost in the crowd,you’ll eat, ask, and connect at your own pace.

New stories? Check. Memories to last long after the last taco Guaranteed!

Skip the generic tours this one’s run by locals who actually eat this
Every drink and food item comes with cultural and historical context
Enjoy local bites at each stop while making new friends

Guided street food experience with local host
Meals : Tastings of the street foods that combined will act as at least 1 fulfilling meal.
Insider food stories and cultural insights
Gratuities to the guide
Transfers to the meeting point or hotel.

 

 

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