South Beach Food Tour

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Experience a Fun and Engaging Architectural, Historical & Culinary Walking Tour of Miami Beach - All With a Pronounced Cultural Aspect. From five-star gourmet to hole-in-the-wall delicious, if you really want to taste the best cuisine of Miami’s melting-pot with its predominate Latin, European, and comfort American cuisine influences, then join us as we’ll uncover the top hotspots for Ceviche, authentic Empanadas, homemade Cuban dishes, Refajo drink and so much more. This tour is about tasting the “melting pot of cultures that make up the area.”

We’ll be sitting down and take the time to relax at half of the restaurants – and savor different bites standing and on the go. At the South Beach Food Tour, we will show you the hidden treasures inside the beating heart of Miami Beach.

Learn about the dramatic, inspiring history and unique architecture of the Art Deco district. Try the best cuisine Miami Beach has to offer – and get to be a local by the end of the tour. Meet people from all over the world that bond in the common interest for great culinary findings…

Between 6-8 Delicious Food Stops: ARTISANAL COLOMBIAN CUISINE: Savor a golden corn crust filled with bold flavors in a unique handmade empanada. Feast on tender slow-cooked meat bursting with tradition and perched above a crunchy plantain. A cooling Columbian beer cocktail enhances the experience at a local gem labeled ‘Best Colombian Restaurant in Miami Beach’ by the Sun Post A DISTINGUISHED MIAMIAN TASTE: Indulge in a delicate passion fruit seafood Tiradito with aji amarillo, garlic chips and lemon oil geniusly crafted by world-known chef Carlos Torres, while surrounded by a dazzling decor depicting a scene from the famed movie The Birdcage. A STAPLE OF ARGENTINA: A third-generation bakery crafts a delicate pillow of shredded chicken with spices folded into the family’s famous buttery, flaky dough. Variations include fish, chorizo and vegetarian (lunch tour). MOLECULAR CUISINE: Experience exceptional New World cuisine at the hands of Michelin Star trained by Chef Ludek Munzar. A TASTE OF OLD HAVANA: Take comfort at the stylish Tudor House and savor an exquisite twist on the Cuban medianoche (lunch tour). Enjoy the local ambiance, relaxing atmosphere in a beloved South Beach institution, while devouring several classic Cuban dishes (dinner tour).
CAFE CUBANO: Perk up with a Miami staple, the cafe Cubano, brewed the traditional way at this ventanita for thirty-four years. A JEWISH INSPIRED TREAT: A delectable and dainty sweet from a historic delicatessen that is a must-visit for any foodie on the Beach. AUTHENTIC ITALIAN: The finest Italian ingredients melt languidly in the mouth with award-winning gelato – rightfully winning title of “Best Gelato in Miami” by The New Times.

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Hours of operation

South Beach food tour LUNCH only on weekends from June until end of September. South Beach food tour DINNER does not change - we conduct the dinner tours daily EXCEPT Tuesdays and Sundays.

Duration

Approx. 2.5 hours Walking Distance: One mile of leisurely strolling with plenty of seated restaurant breaks and stops covering the unique history and fun local facts.

Location Meeting location outside of La Ventana Restaurant at 710 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Look for your guide with a sign that says "Food Tours." Parking: Street parking, also, you can find a public garage located at the intersection of Washington Ave and 7th Street. In addition, there is valet parking on nearby hotels.

Location

Meeting location outside of La Ventana Restaurant at 710 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Look for your guide with a sign that says "Food Tours." Parking: Street parking, also, you can find a public garage located at the intersection of Washington Ave and 7th Street. In addition, there is valet parking on nearby hotels.

Policies Tour ends about 7 blocks away. We tour rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the day's weather. Water will be provided at the tasting locations, but feel free to bring your own bottle too.
Dietary restrictions: we are not able to accommodate food restrictions on the day of the tour if we were not notified before. We are not able to accommodate vegans. Please bring cash to tip your guide. In the tourism industry, it is customary to tip a standard gratuity of 18% of the ticket price. If you enjoyed the tour, please be sure to take care of your guide. Arriving Late: your only chance to catch up with the group is at half past the hour across the street from the Congress Hotel located at 1052 Ocean Drive on the Lummus Park side of the street. Look for a guide wearing a microphone. You may have to wait until the group passes by.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation