🥬 San Jose City Food Tour: Farm-to-Table Premium Experience

Available Tuesday to Sunday at 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Private tours available upon request
(2-person minimum · Duration: approx. 4.5 hours)

🍽️ A Culinary Walk Through Flavor, Soul, and Costa Rican Identity

This is not just a food tour.
It’s a curated culinary journey through San Jose’s Barrio Escalante, where every stop, every dish, and every conversation invites you to taste a different layer of Costa Rica.

Our San Jose City Tour and Food Tastings Costa Rica experience brings together handpicked chefs, passionate mixologists, and vibrant local spots that believe in something simple but powerful: that food tastes better when it’s rooted in real stories.

🌿 What Makes This Foodie City Tour in San Jose Unique?

• You’ll visit four carefully selected venues — including restaurants, a specialty coffee shop, and a bar — each representing a different course of a traditional Costa Rican meal, reimagined.

• At every stop, you’ll be personally welcomed by chefs, owners, or artisans, who share their creative process and the origin of their ingredients.

• You’ll enjoy six seasonal tastings, all made with 100% locally sourced products, rooted in the farm-to-table philosophy.

• Expect stories, textures, aromas, and flavors that reflect a modern and sustainable Costa Rica.

This is the Foodie Tour San José Farm-to-Table Premium Experience — designed for curious travelers, passionate eaters, and anyone who believes food is the most joyful way to understand a place.

Contact us any time: info@foodietourscr.com

SMS/WhatsApp/Call: +506-88444301

Check us on TripAdvisor to see what Foodies say about our tours:  Foodie Tours TripAdvisor

We encourage you to arrive with an open heart and a hungry belly. The portions are generous, the flavors are authentic, and the intention behind every dish is to connect you with the people, land, and culture of this beautiful country.

This experience is ideal for:

✅ Travelers looking for a San Jose Culinary City Tour beyond the typical
✅ Couples or friends seeking a private and intimate tasting experience
✅ Food lovers who care about sustainability, storytelling, and local identity
✅ Anyone curious about Costa Rica’s rich and evolving culinary scene

Our partners believe in real food, real people, and real connection.
You’ll learn how Costa Rican chefs and baristas are honoring tradition while innovating, creating unforgettable dishes from ingredients grown just a few miles away.

This is where culture meets flavor, and where your presence supports the local economy in the most delicious way possible.

📌 Booking Info

• Start time: 3:00 pm (Tuesday to Sunday) · Extra slot at 12:00 pm

• Duration: approx. 4.5 hours

• Group size: boutique format to ensure personalized attention

• Language: English, Spanish & French

• Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free (upon request)

• Minimum booking: 2 people

• Private tours: available by request — perfect for birthdays, couples, families or special celebrations

This is a guided walking city tour; you will visit important places in the Escalante neighborhood that the guide will comment on during the tour. You will enjoy delicious and authentic food recipes at 4 selected restaurants.

Meeting Point: Luz de Luna Boutique Hotel.

Walking time between restaurants takes less than 10 minutes.
 The tour lasts 4,5 hours approx.
 
Itinerary

12:00 pm

First stop: 3 starters, a drink, and a digestive.

Second stop: 3-step tasting menu paired with wine.

Third stop: Coffee workshop, 3 coffee tastings + an appetizer.

Fourth stop: 1 cocktail and a workshop by a mixologist.

3:00 pm
First stop: Coffee workshop, 3 coffee tastings + an appetizer.
Second stop: 3 starters, a drink, and a digestive.
Third stop: 3-step tasting menu paired with wine
Fourth stop: 1 cocktail and a workshop by a mixologist.

1. All tours must be booked and paid at least 48 hours in advance. (We are flexible with this if we have last minute availability)
2. If you cancel 24 hours or less before the day of the tour, you will not be refunded. (We can schedule a different date or create a voucher open for 1 year)
3. No show, will not be refunded.
4. Last minute cancellations will not be refunded.

Curious about who we are, where this experience comes from, or what else you can taste with us?

Here are some stories and links we’d love to share with you:

🔗 Our Official Tour Page:
Discover more details, behind-the-scenes insights, and the story behind our Farm-to-Table philosophy:
👉 Foodie Tours Costa Rica – Farm-to-Table Premium

🔗 Our Blog Post – A Journey Through Flavor and Culture:
A deeper look at this unique San José Foodie Tour, from the eyes (and palate) of the founder:
👉 San José Farm-to-Table Premium Food Tour – Blog

🔗 More Culinary Adventures in Costa Rica:
Explore all our foodie experiences across the country and find the one that speaks to your taste:
👉 Foodie Tours Costa Rica – Homepage

We believe that food is not just something you taste — it's something you learn from, connect through, and remember.

✨ If you have any questions, feel free to drop them in the chat — we’re always happy to help you choose the tour that’s right for you.

🕒 What time does the tour start?

The tour begins at 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm from Tuesday to Sunday
Private tours available upon request.

Please arrive 10 minutes early to meet your guide and group comfortably.

🍴 How much food is included? Will I be full?

Yes — come hungry!
You’ll enjoy six medium-size tastings across four different venues, including a dessert and a cocktail. This is a full progressive meal, not just snacks.

👣 How much walking is involved?

This is a walking tour, but the pace is relaxed and enjoyable.
We’ll walk a few blocks between venues through the charming, flat streets of Barrio Escalante. Wear comfortable shoes.

🌱 Are there vegetarian or dietary options available?

Absolutely!
We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-friendly, and other dietary needs with advance notice. Please let us know at the time of booking so we can tailor your tastings.

👥 Is this a private tour or a group experience?

We offer both.
Most tours are semi-private with small groups to preserve the boutique feel.
If you’d like a fully private tour, just let us know — we’re happy to customize it for you.

💬 What languages is the tour offered in?

Our guides speak English, French, and Spanish fluently.
If you’d prefer a private tour in another language, please contact us in advance to check availability.

🧒 Is this tour suitable for children?

This experience is best suited for adults and teens who enjoy food culture.
That said, private family-friendly versions can be arranged upon request, with kid-friendly tastings and a more flexible pace.

🍹 Are alcoholic drinks included?

Yes — the tour includes a wine pairing at the 3-course tasting menu, and cocktail tasting (or non-alcoholic alternative) at the final stop.
Please let us know if you'd prefer not to consume alcohol, and we’ll provide a delicious substitute.

💳 How do I book and pay for the tour?

You can book directly through this page.
All major cards are accepted securely via WeTravel. If you have any issues during checkout, feel free to reach out to us via chat. (Please make sure that the tour services have been confirmed with our team before any payment)

🔄 What happens if it rains?

The tour runs rain or shine — welcome to the tropics!
Most venues are indoors or covered, and we recommend bringing an umbrella or light jacket just in case.

📍 Where is the meeting point?

Meeting Point: Luz de Luna Boutique Hotel.
It’s centrally located in Barrio Escalante, easily accessible by Uber or taxi.
Need help getting there? Just ask — we’re happy to guide you.