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Arizona Food Tours Presents A Taste of Old Town Scottsdale.
A Taste of Old Town Scottsdale is a walking food and historical tour activity that opens your mind and palette with tales full of rich history- one taste at a time. It is one of the fun things to do while visiting and sightseeing in the Phoenix area. Join us to sample great food and sip fine wine as we travel through time to some of the same streets that have been stomped on by the cowboys of the early 1900’s frontier. We will guide you through Old Town Scottsdale from past to present and discover how it has grown throughout the years and why it is still, today one of the most popular and tasty tourist destinations in the US.
Your Tour Experience You will be taken on a three hour adventure through location and time starting with the wild west and how Scottsdale was established, all the ways Scottsdale has changed over the years, and of course all of the great things that Scottsdale has to offer today. History is brought to life on the tour with demonstrations and stories while you enjoy distinctive food and wine from some of Scottsdale’s unique restaurants and shops. Tourists and locals alike can learn and explore many great places that may otherwise go unseen!
Tour 1 Stops - Wednesday(11am), Friday (11am), Sunday(noon)
The Rusty Spur The Rusty Spur Saloon, the oldest saloon in Old Town Scottsdale, where you will sample some old fashion grub and listen to live cowboy music.
Outrageous Olive Oils and Vinegars Outrageous Olive Oils and Vinegars, one of the most distinctive shops in the Phoenix area, where you will sample fresh olive oils and unique flavored vinegars.
Su Vino Winery Su Vino Winery, the first and only winery in Old Town Scottsdale, where you will have an opportunity to learn about winemaking and sample some fine wine.
Frank and Lupe’s Frank and Lupe’s, one of the best New Mexican restaurants in the Phoenix area, where you will sample a taste of the old Southwest with a stuffed Sopaipilla.
Cowboy Ciao Cowboy Caio, one of the most unique restaurants in Old Town Scottsdale, where you will sample one of their famous signature dishes, “Pig n Pudding”. It is a creation of sweet corn polenta, chipolte pulled pork, cojita cheese and dried cranberries.
The Sugar Bowl The Sugar Bowl, a 50 year landmark in Old Town Scottsdale, where you finish up with a Top Hat Sundae. It is crème-puff pastry stuffed with vanilla ice cream and topped with hot fudge.
Tour 2 Stops - Tuesday (11am), Thursday (11am), Saturday (11am)
The Mission Enjoy delicious Modern Latin cuisine at this Old Town favorite spot. Located directly south of the historic Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Mission Church.
Outrageous Olive Oils and Vinegars Outrageous Olive Oils and Vinegars, one of the most distinctive shops in the Phoenix area, where you will sample fresh olive oils and unique flavored vinegars.
The Cider Mill Grab some home good ole' home cooking! This family owned and operated restaurant nestled in the new frontier shops is sure to be a favorite. Everything is made fresh to order right in front of you- wash it all down with their famous Cider.
Malee's on Main Malee's on Main- Enjoy exceptional Thai food in a 1920's building in the heart of the art district. Malee's serves award winning Thai that has become a stable of Old Town Scottsdale's culinary scene.
5th and Wine Sample both a signature red and white wine in this contemporary wine bar, with much more to offer than just a drink. Live music, large patios, board games and delicious food are all part of the atmosphere here.
Metro BrasserieEnjoy a hot fresh beignet at Metro, voted "Best French Restaurant." Their goal is to welcome guests to experience rustic French country cooking
Our motto is “Come Hungry and Ready for a Fun Time”. If you are deciding what to do in Scottsdale, come join us to sample great food, sip fine wine, and hear tales full of rich history.
About Us: Arizona Food Tours was started on the idea that when history, culture, food, and people combine, something very exciting is born. On A Taste of Old Town Scottsdale food and historical tour, we do just that.
While walking through the winding hot streets of Old Town, there are many mom and pop shops that offer a much different look inside this old western town. From the saloons that have been serving cowboys for years to the teashops that often sell more over ice than hot here in Arizona, there truly is something for everyone. At Arizona food tours, we would like to give guests this inside look into our beautiful town.
History is brought to life with demonstrations, samples and stories, making this a great, behind the scenes look at one of the southwest’s greatest destinations. Tourists and locals alike can learn and explore many great places that may otherwise go unseen!
Special Needs: -We can accommodate vegetarians
-we can substitute for most dietary restrictions
-we can provide a wheelchair for someone in your group who may need it(250lb capacity)
You must notify us when you make your reservation of any special requirements
