Scottsdale Old Town Food Tour Hidden Gems

From$107.99
3 hours – 4 hours
Max 12 people
Scottsdale, USA

About this activity

Discover Scottsdale’s historic Old Town through iconic flavors including chimichanga, Indigenous dishes, chocolate malt shake, tiki-inspired sliders, and a secret dish finale.

Highlights

  • Taste Scottsdale’s signature chimichanga, Indigenous “3 Sisters” salad, and more
  • Learn about Scottsdale with a local guide
  • Sip a nostalgic chocolate malt shake and discover tiki-inspired island flavors
  • Explore Old Town’s history, art, and hidden culinary gems with a local guide
  • Enjoy a surprise Secret Dish for the perfect foodie finale

Full description

Journey through the flavorful heart of Arizona with this guided food adventure in Scottsdale’s Old Town. Sample signature dishes—from crispy chimichangas and the 'Three Sisters' salad celebrating Indigenous tradition, to retro chocolate malt shakes and luau-inspired pork sliders. Your guide’s local insight brings hidden culinary treasures and rich history to life, blending tales of humble citrus groves, Native roots, and cosmopolitan flair. Sip, stroll, and savor as you explore artful streets, top tiki spots, and the area’s only Indigenous eatery. Finish with a surprise secret dish and new friends, leaving with a satisfied palate and deeper appreciation for Scottsdale’s vibrant food scene.
On our Secret Food Tour: Scottsdale – Old Town, we’ll guide you through the desert city’s most flavorful streets, where history, culture, and cuisine come together in unforgettable ways. Scottsdale may be best known for its luxury resorts and golf courses, but its culinary roots run deep — from humble citrus groves and Indigenous traditions to modern Southwestern flair and international influences.Your foodie adventure begins at the historic Little Red School House, where Scottsdale’s story first took shape. Then it’s time to taste one of the city’s most iconic dishes — the chimichanga, a Mexican classic that helped define the region’s culinary identity. As we wander Old Town’s charming streets, we’ll stop at the area’s only Indigenous restaurant to discover the “Three Sisters” — corn, beans, and squash — that have shaped Native cuisine for centuries.Next, we’ll travel back in time with a nostalgic chocolate malt shake, a sweet nod to Scottsdale’s mid-century charm. Then, in true desert-meets-island fashion, you’ll savor luau-inspired pork sliders at one of Scottsdale’s top tiki spots. Our journey ends with a final surprise: our Secret Dish, known only to those who join us on the tour.Along the way, your guide will share stories of Scottsdale’s transformation from agricultural beginnings into a cosmopolitan destination, with hidden corners and local gems you won’t find on your own.Food is served with water, but you can enhance your experience with our Upgraded Drinks Package, featuring handcrafted cocktails like a Painted Desert, a Hawaiian Mai Tai, and a refreshing Feni Bindi.By the end, you’ll leave with a satisfied appetite, new friends, and a deeper appreciation of the unique flavors that make Scottsdale one of Arizona’s most exciting food cities.

Included / Excluded

  • Crispy Chimichangas
  • Cheese Crisp with Roasted Green Chili
  • Three Sisters Garden Salad
  • Old-Fashioned Chocolate Malt Shake
  • Hawaiian Luau Pork Sliders
  • Our Signature Secret Dish
  • Gratuities for the guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Start Location

7328 East 2nd Street, Scottsdale, AZ, USA

7328 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, USA

Our guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella for easy recognition

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Additional information

  • We kindly ask our guests to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the departure time to check-in with their guide.

  • Our Secret Food Tours Guide will have an orange umbrella at the meeting point for easy recognition.

  • 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.

  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.

  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance.

  • Gratuities to guides providing excellent service are appreciated.

  • The Legal minimum age for drinking alcohol is 21 years old.

  • Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.




Tour Schedule

Summer (May 15 – Oct 15)

Mon–Thu · 6:00 PM

Fri–Sun · 11:00 AM

Winter (Oct 16 – May 14)

Mon–Sun · 11:00 AM

Mon–Sun · 3:30 PM