Mar 7, 2025
Eat tacos like the locals do! - Karly was a great guide and took us to a very good selection of taco places. She explained what we were getting at each stop and the traditions behind them.
The area we visited is not as tourist oriented as other parts of PV and it was interesting to see the differences.
We were a little disappointed the Vallarta Eats bag wasn’t provided on this tour. It is how we first found out about the company a few years ago, seeing the bags around town. It was great advertising. Maybe consider an option to add the purchase of a bag to your check out.
Definitely will revisit some of the stands again and will join another Vallarta Eats tour on our next visit.
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Feb 18, 2025
Great food tour - We had a wonderful time with guide Alberto. The food was amazing and Alberto was fun and informative. 5 de Diciembre is a great neighbourhood. It gave us a look at a different way of life, away from the Romantic Zone.
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Jan 24, 2025
Great food experience in Puerto Vallarta - Karla and Abraham were our guides and they were both professional, attentive and top notch! If you are interested in Real Mexico and some of the foods the people here enjoy- join this tour. A variety of styles of food and toppings. If you have food allergies - let them know- they can make accommodations. Groups are 10 or less which is super manageable. Lots of walking, education and fun. All communication before hand was clear and dealing with the company was easy. Our cruise ship arrived an hour late- we only learned of the change a few days before the cruise started. I let them know and we were able to still make the tour in time. You also get to see the many Mexican families who run these small businesses and see how hard they work. We also got to experience a real local food market. Thank you
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Jan 21, 2025
Untouristed Taco Tour with Karla (with a K) - Karla was an absolutely outstanding guide! Her extensive knowledge, friendly demeanor, and effortless charisma made this tour an unforgettable experience. She has a natural talent for connecting visitors with the heart of Puerto Vallarta, introducing you to hidden taco gems that you’d never find on your own.
As a true local, Karla is deeply in touch with her community, and it’s evident in the warm welcomes she receives everywhere. Her vibrant energy is contagious, and her ability to switch seamlessly between witty English and Spanish adds a delightful touch of humor that makes you feel right at home.
The Untouristed Taco Tour isn’t just about eating amazing tacos (though the food is spectacular!); it’s about experiencing the pride and love behind each family-owned spot. Karla has a knack for highlighting this, making the tour a journey through the rich culture and incredible flavors of Puerto Vallarta. Each stop is a staple of the local community, and the passion behind the food shines through in every bite.
Having Karla as our guide elevated this experience beyond what we could have imagined. She made us feel like part of her neighborhood, and her pride in showcasing the beauty and flavor of Puerto Vallarta was truly inspiring. If you’re booking this tour, do yourself a favor and ask for Karla (with a K). You’ll leave with a full stomach, a happy heart, and memories to cherish forever.
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Jan 18, 2025
Awesome tour - Karla was our tour guide and was exceptional. She was very knowledgeable, friendly and funny. The taco places she took us to were outstanding. Very quaint and delicious. I would recommend this tour if you want an authentic experience.
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Jan 4, 2025
Great Experience! A wonderful way to experience something new! - We had a wonderful time seeing a neighborhood and tasting food we would have otherwise not experienced. Our guide Karla was wonderful and took the time to really give us great information about the food, the neighborhood history and about Mexican culture. The tour was a great value and we are glad we went.
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Dec 29, 2024
Karla was super friendly... - Karla was super friendly and knowledgeable about the neighborhood and the food was delicious. I would recommend doing this on a totally empty stomach because you’ll get super full by the end of the experience.
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Dec 23, 2024
A personal and local tour we’ll remember - What an honor it is to be invited into people’s homes, businesses and neighborhood to experience the food, traditions and stories that are part of their lives. We had the good fortune to have two amazing guides - Karla and Berto - to take us through the 5 de Deciembre neighborhood.
We stopped at 5 restaurants to sample a variety of tacos, from birria and carnitas to pork belly and seafood. We visited the home / restaurant of a family who generously shared the history of their abuela (think all the drama of escaping the circus life to elope with the love of your life) while we ate gorditas at their dining room table. And there was ice cream at the end!
We really enjoyed the personal stories from our guides, and they made every effort to make our tour memorable and unique. My husband was celebrating his 50th birthday and two of the restaurants honored him with a traditional song and birthday cake! We know this wouldn’t have happened without Karla's relationship with the local businesses and desire to create a special experience for us all.
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Dec 21, 2024
Eat like a local - Karla is a gem of a tour guide! Very down to earth, fun, real, and knowledgeable. We had delicious food from only off-the-beaten-path places where we were the only non-locals eating. Always a good sign. Karla was also more than happy to share cultural information as we walked through the neighborhoods away from the tourist areas. Highly recommend this tour and asking for Karla!
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Dec 6, 2024
Take a Taco Tour Today! We loved ours! - I take a Vallarta Eats taco tour every time I'm in PV - they really are wonderful (and I really love tacos!). Karla (with a K) is a fantastic guide, super knowledgeable, super friendly and just a joy to be around. This October was the first time we were with Karla, so I have to say that I've also very much enjoyed our other guides. The tacos are wonderful & it's so great to visit locations that we might not have found on our own - and the guidance in ordering is also great!
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