Taco Truck Tour

What to Expect

Your Taco Truck Tour, step by step.

Two and a half hours, five taco trucks, and a ride through the west side with your guide behind the wheel.

Climb aboard the van

Meet your local guide at a central Columbus pickup point and settle in for the drive to the west side, where the taco trucks live.

Eat at five taco trucks

Roll up to five hand-picked trucks and taste your way across regional Mexican cuisine, from al pastor and birria to tortas and beyond.

Get to know the scene

Hear the stories behind Columbus' expansive taco truck culture and leave with the trucks you'll want to track down again.

About This Tour

5 taco trucks across the west side.

Taco trucks serve up far more than just tacos, and nobody knows Columbus' expansive taco truck scene better than Columbus Food Adventures. This van-based tour heads to the west side and stops at five taco trucks, showcasing the diversity of regional Mexican cuisine.

The Taco Truck Tour was our second-ever tour, and it's still one of our favorites to run.

Stops include

Specific trucks vary by week. Past stops have featured trucks specializing in tacos al pastor, birria, regional Mexican specialties, and tortas.

Duration

2.5 hours

Price

$85 per person

Schedule

Sundays at 3pm

Format

Van tour, minimal walking

Self-driving guests may follow the van. The van is not equipped for children's car seats.

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Pick your date

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What's Included

Everything You Need

In total, the tour provides enough delicious food to replace one meal.

6 Stops

Generous tastings at five hand-picked taco trucks. Enough food to replace one meal.

Local Expert Guide

An experienced guide who knows the west side's taco truck scene inside and out.

Van Transport

We drive between trucks so you can focus on the food, with minimal walking at each stop.

Optional gratuity for your guide is appreciated. Many guides have Venmo QR codes available.

Common Questions

Before You Book

Where exactly do we meet?

Pickup is at a central Columbus location. The exact address is included in your booking confirmation and reminder emails. Meeting points are always indoors or covered.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

This tour is not suitable for vegetarians. We can only reliably accommodate vegetarianism across our tours, and this tour is not one of them, so please contact us before booking if you have dietary restrictions.

What's the minimum group size? Will my tour be cancelled?

Tours require a minimum enrollment of 4 guests. If a tour doesn't meet the minimum, we'll either reschedule you on another date or issue a full refund gift card. We'll always reach out before cancelling.

What if it rains?

Tours run rain or shine. We only cancel for severe weather that threatens guest safety, which is rare. Dress for the day and we'll handle the rest.

Are children or strollers allowed?

Children are welcome on most tours, though young children should be assessed individually given the pace and length. The van is not equipped for children's car seats. Service dogs are permitted; pets are not.

Can I book a private version of this tour for my group?

Yes. Most of our public tours are also available as private experiences for groups of 8 or more. See corporate events →