Tucson Food Tours- Locally Owned Progressive Dinner Tour

Experience Tucson's award-winning culinary scene on our Progressive Dinner Food Tour—an unforgettable evening featuring generous tastings at 5 of the city's best locally owned restaurants. Created by Tucson's original walking food tour, this evening experience is perfect for warm summer nights, allowing you to explore downtown after the heat of the day. Enjoy 9 chef-crafted tastings, a signature Tucson Food Tours Blue Margarita, water, and fascinating stories about Tucson's history, murals, neighborhoods, and designation as the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the U.S. From creative local favorites to hidden gems, each stop showcases the flavors that make Tucson a top foodie destination. Led by an expert local guide, this all-inclusive food tour is perfect for visitors and locals alike looking for the best things to do in Tucson. Discover why Tucson Food Tours has been the city's #1-rated food tour for over 14 years and book direct for best pricing.

1. 1

   Club Congress

   Pass by

   Walk through the lobby of hotel Congress and listen to the stories about the fire and John Dillinger.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   Pass by

   Host will start with some history and talk about how John Dilinger was captured here, after a fire at the historic Hotel Congress. Throughout the walking tour the guide will point out other historic landmarks and talk about how Tucson was the first North American city labeled a “ City of Gastronomy'' by UNESCO.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   30 min

   Guests will try a spanish dish

4. 4

   Stop 4

   45 min

   America’s first family of Mexican food who opened El Charro back in 1922 brings a culinary vision to Downtown. Sourcing of only the finest grass-fed beef, sustainable seafood, and cage free poultry. Tasting: Prickly pear glazed albondigas meatballs, chorizo stuffed mushroom plate, guacamole, chips and salsa + guests choice of margarita or local beer

5. 5

   Stop 5

   45 min

   Tasting: House made pastrami reuben sandwich on grilled rye with sauerkraut and melted swiss & thousand island. Roasted corn avocado salad (pistachios, tomatoes, queso fresco, chili-lime vinaigrette, mixed greens) & tempura battered fried cheese curds with house made mustard and sriracha ketchup

6. 6

   Stop 6

   45 min

   Upon arriving at Reilly Craft Pizza we will discuss the interesting history of the building, as it was originally built in the early 1900’s as a funeral home. The restaurant features a beer garden and a hidden bar in the basement. Tasting: Craft Pizza- -yukon gold potato & pecorino, mozzarella, roasted garlic, rosemary Brussel sprouts (sprouts, house hot sauce, sherry vin., pecan brittle crumbs)

7. 7

   Stop 7

   30 min

   Tasting: Tres Leches Cake This stop is subject to change depending on restaurant availability.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   15 min

   Guests will hear stories about downtown and see some beautiful murals in between walking from stop to stop

• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tours with less then 4 guests will be rescheduled or refunded
• Not recommended for travelers with dietary restrictions

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.