Tampa Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Local Favourites Classics
Overview
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3 hours
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On our walking food tour in Tampa, you'll enjoy a variety of classic bites.
From award winning Cuban sandwiches and deviled crab to handcrafted guava pastries from a critically acclaimed bakery, our experienced guides will take you through Ybor City, a vibrant neighborhood where history and modern culture collide in the best way possible. Originally founded by Cuban, Spanish, and Italian cigar manufacturers in the late 1800s, Ybor has held onto its roots while evolving into a lively hub for food, music, and art. Day or night, you'll see an eclectic crowd strolling past colorful murals, exploring century-old buildings or gathering in outdoor cafés under the soft glow of string lights. From the bustling 7th Avenue to its hidden alleys and parks, Ybor City exudes an old-world charm blended with a bold, contemporary edge that feels like a little slice of Havana right in the heart of Tampa.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
*Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
*This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We will meet outside of the museum for a tasty treat!
Centennial Park
On the way to our first restaurant, we will stroll through this iconic park filled with historic statuary and home to Ybor City’s famous chickens. Afterwards, we lead you to a bite that has quite a bite itself!
What‘s Included
Water
Savory Deviled Crab Croquette — crispy, creamy, and full of local spice
Handcrafted Ice Cream — creamy, locally inspired sweet treat
Our Delicious Secret Dish — revealed only on the tour!
Avgolemono Soup — rich, tangy, and comforting Greek-style soup
Classic Cuban Sandwich — a Tampa favorite with bold flavors
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Options
Private Tampa Food Tour
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Tampa Small Group Food Tour
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Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great way to learn...
Lisa P,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to learn history, interesting foods, and meeting nice people. Looking forward to seeing other cities.
Come hungry, there was...
Erin S,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Come hungry, there was plenty of food to be had along the tour! We really enjoyed this and appreciated the end time being a little bit earlier than some of the other Tampa food tours.
It was fine. The guides...
Stephanie E,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00It was fine. The guides were nice. The food we had was very good. We do a lot of food tours when we travel. This was the only food tour I've ever done where I've left hungry. I think more stops or larger portions if the stops are limited. We had a private tour as a group of 9 traveling together for a work event. I really don't mind paying for a good tour, but I can't imagine that we had more than 40.00 worth of food. Everyone said they left hungry.
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Delnolde123,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was fantastic. Jacob was an excellent guide offering history and touring tips as we sampled multiple foods. He easily accommodated our large family group allowing time for questions and conversation.
Never met a culinary tour I didn’t love!
elizabethbV6149AZ,,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! The tour was interesting, Eugene was very knowledgeable about the local history. The food choices were a great variety, loved getting to try some alligator!!
Just book it, great experience!
melissacL769MV,,Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eugene was an amazing guide with so many nuggets of information about Tampa and the surrounding areas. My teenagers (16 & 17) even loved it. Great local foods to try and some wonderful history too!!!
Fun Food Tour in Ybor City, Tampa
janegZ9727UN,,Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I love to do food tours when visiting new cities. Secret Food Tours recently added a walking food tour in Tampa so we took advantage of it while we were there. The tour focused on the Ybor City district of Tampa, which as we learned has a rich cultural history influenced by migration from Cuba and the Mediterranean region of Europe. Ybor City is being revived by development, yet seems to be maintaining much of its original character. Lawrence Eugene, who was well versed in the history of the area, was our tour guide. We started at a restaurant for alligator tacos, then to a Greek restaurant for a lemon, chicken, rice soup. Our third stop was to a funky bar/restaurant for a deviled crabcake, and then for a Cuban sandwich. We finished off the tour with a dip of ice cream at May Day’s. In between stops, Eugene took us to see cigars being freshly wrapped, pointed out historical buildings and their significance, and described the folklore about the pirate, Jose Gaspar and his connection to the current Gasparilla parade. Overall, we had a wonderful time!! The only thing missing was a visit to the La Segunda bakery where the Cuban sandwich roll is created. Maybe next time!
Great tour!
r76530,,Jun 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour by Eugene! We learned a lot of interesting facts about Tampa Bay / Ybor City area and tried delicious local treats. Thanks a lot!
A Culinary Treasure in Tampa
Garner W,,May 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We totally enjoyed this food tour. Ybor City is an excellent backdrop for this kind of tour, with its variety of cultures and cuisines. The crab cakes and Cuban sandwiches were outstanding. Our tour guide was well-versed in the history of the area. Lots of fun!
Ybor City food tour
Global533722,,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice to get a good sampling of food along with the history of the area - much of which I didn't know. Easy walk in a nice historic area.
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