Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This walking taco tour takes you through East Austin’s tastiest taquerías, from Michelin-approved trucks to long-loved neighborhood faves. Along the way, you’ll savor everything from mole-drenched tacos and juicy barbacoa to smoky birria consume, creamy horchata, and garden-grown garnishes that bring the flavor full circle.
But this isn’t just about what’s on the plate. You’ll stroll past iconic murals, explore a vibrant community garden, and hear the stories behind each taco stop… because every tortilla has a story to tell.
Taco ’bout a perfect day in Austin. Come hungry, wear stretchy pants, and let’s walk, talk, and taste our way through Austin’s most beloved food-following, one unforgettable taco at a time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Don’t let the humble food truck fool you. Granny’s has made Bon Appétit’s “Best Tacos in the Country” list and continues to be a local legend. This East Austin staple slings scratch-made tortillas stuffed with bold, soulful flavors like their signature mole taco (complex, rich, and a little bit magic) and the wildly popular shrimp taco with creamy chipotle sauce. With lines that start early and flavors that linger long after, Granny’s is proof that sometimes abuelita really does know best.
Famed as a Michelin Guide Recommended, La Santa Barbacha is holy ground for barbacoa lovers. Chef Ana Torrealba slow-cooks her beef to juicy perfection and pairs it with hand-pressed colorful tortillas, fresh cilantro, and house salsas that hit all the right notes. And the pineapple mint agua fresca… it’s the chill to your chile. This isn’t just a taco truck, it’s a spiritual experience you did not know you needed.
Options
Locals Know Taco Tour
What‘s Included
NA Drinks
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience...
Jacob D,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience wonderful food and amazing tour guide . Every place we went had wonderful food and tour guide codi had tons of information.
Great Tacos and local walk
MikeHealy203,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was fun and the tacos were great! Loved the last stop the most and cool to see some of the local art throughout Austin.
So much to offer!!
Rebecca B,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was amazing!! The food was stellar and so plentiful. Definitely come prepared to eat! There was also so much more to the tour, and you really get a feel for the area and the culture! Our guide was so awesome, and one of the very best guides we've ever had!! Would 100% recommend this tour to anyone who loves food, tacos, and just visiting Austin!
Tasty taco discoveries in E. Austin
newtononeill,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on the Taco Tour! The guide took us to some places we hadn't tried, and all of the tacos were delicious and unique. Hard to pick my favorite spot or taco but loved the quesadilla/taco at Santa Barbacha, the shrimp taco from Granny's, the churro donuts at El Chile. And our guide, Rachel, was full of great information about each location & the history of some of the dishes. Glad there was some walking involved - great way to explore the neighborhood while getting some movement between dishes. Highly recommended to locals and visitors alike!
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