Texas Eats. Historic Main Street. Christmas Capital of Texas.
Come hungry for a holiday taste of Grapevine, where Texas food, local favorites and Texas wine meet Christmas on historic Main Street.
Your guide leads you through Historic Downtown Grapevine to handpicked local stops, with Main Street dressed for the season around you. Dig into Tex-Mex favorites at longtime, family-owned Esparza’s, then head to veteran-owned AJ’s on Main for a special Food Tours of America tasting plate of house-smoked brisket and okra. When he’s available, meet AJ himself and hear his story firsthand. Choose a sweet treat at Harvest Hall, then step into Grapevine Olive Oil Company for a guided tasting selected for the tour. With 8 tastings along the way, there’s plenty of food for a meal.
This is Grapevine at Christmas, and the Christmas Capital of Texas knows how to celebrate. Historic Main Street is decked out with decorated storefronts, Christmas displays and photo-worthy details around nearly every corner. Your guide brings Santa hats, holiday light necklaces and other festive accessories for photos throughout the tour.
There’s plenty of Grapevine behind the decorations, too. Between bites, hear how this small Texas settlement grew from its agricultural and railroad roots into one of North Texas’ best-known wine destinations. Spot historic architecture, local art and Main Street landmarks including the Grapevine Glockenspiel Clock Tower and Grapevine Vintage Railroad as the stories unfold around you.
Finish at one of Grapevine’s local wineries with an included splash of Texas wine and savory bites—a fitting finale in the heart of Grapevine wine country. When the tour ends, you’re welcome to stay and enjoy more time at the winery.
It’s Texas eats, local stories, a sip of wine country and Christmas done the Grapevine way—one bite and sip at a time.
- Celebrate Christmas in the Christmas Capital of Texas, with historic Main Street decked out for the season, decorated storefronts and Christmas displays—plus Santa hats, holiday light necklaces and festive accessories to wear for photos throughout the tour.
- Taste your way through historic Main Street with 8 tastings—plenty of food for a meal, including Tex-Mex favorites, house-smoked brisket and okra, gelato and an exclusive Food Tours of America guided olive oil tasting.
- Eat at handpicked Grapevine favorites, from longtime, family-owned Esparza’s to veteran-owned AJ’s on Main, where you’ll enjoy a special Food Tours of America tasting plate—and, when available, meet AJ himself and hear his story firsthand.
- Finish at one of Grapevine’s local wineries with a taste of Texas wine country, including a splash of Texas wine and savory bites, with time to stay and enjoy the winery after the tour.
- Discover the stories behind historic Main Street, from Grapevine’s agriculture and railroad roots to its rise as a North Texas wine destination, with local art, historic architecture, old Grapevine’s calaboose, the Glockenspiel Clock Tower and Grapevine Vintage Railroad along the way.
- Explore with local, woman-owned Food Tours of America, serving North Texas with food and storytelling experiences since 2011.
At least 72 hours’ advance notice is required for dietary accommodations and menu substitutions. Please provide the name of each guest and their specific dietary restriction or food allergy when booking.
Booking within 72 hours? Please provide your dietary needs at the time of booking. We’ll do our best to accommodate last-minute requests, but some substitutions may be limited or unavailable.
All accommodations depend on each restaurant’s capabilities and cannot be guaranteed. Substitutions may differ from the standard tastings, and in some cases, fewer tastings may be available.
Severe or life-threatening food allergies: Our tours visit multiple independent restaurants, and we do not control their kitchens or the potential for cross-contact. For this reason, our tours may not be appropriate for guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies
- 8 tastings across 2 handpicked restaurants, an artisan food hall, specialty food shop and Texas winery — enough food for a meal, including a sweet finish
- Texas wine splash at the final winery
- Custom Food Tours of America olive oil tasting at Grapevine Olive Oil Company
- Guided holiday foodie walk along Historic Main Street Grapevine
- Christmas Capital of Texas® sights & stories — experience festive Main Street displays, Peace Plaza, the Glockenspiel Clock Tower and Grapevine Vintage Railroad as your Food Tours of America guide brings Grapevine’s history and wine-country story to life
- Festive holiday accessories for photos — including Santa hats, holiday light necklaces and other seasonal touches
- Water provided at restaurant stops
- Restaurant and winery gratuities
NOT INCLUDED
- Additional alcoholic beverages — available for purchase at select locations only
- Guide gratuity — not included and always appreciated
- Transportation to and from the tour, parking fees
“It is evident that the restaurants are carefully selected and that the food is served fresh. Michelle was knowledgeable about the food served and fun historical facts about the restaurants themselves!”
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A Taste of History and Flavor!
Christmas Capital of Texas.
What customers are saying…
Michele was a fun and attentive guide on our tour stops on and around the Main Street in Grapevine. My parents and I enjoyed our time. Personally, I liked learning about Grapevine history and when a local owner shared his funny stories [in addition to the food tastings]. A nice way to spend the afternoon strolling and tasting local fare including hot chicken, brie and fig spread with toasted bread, tamales, barbecue, and homemade ice cream. We did not go away hungry!
Great experience. Brianna was an excellent guide. Totally recommend for anyone who wants to learn about great cuisine in Grapevine.
Brianna was amazing. We had such a great time. So much food and the spots she picked were perfect. I can’t wait to recommend this to my friends!
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Still have questions?
Here are the most frequently asked questions about our food tours…
Our food and wine tour in Grapevine offers a diverse range of culinary delights and wine selections. You can expect to taste a variety of gourmet dishes, including upscale southern comfort and authentic Tex-Mex cuisine, paired with exquisite wines from local wineries.
Yes, our food and wine tour in Grapevine includes informative narration about the town’s rich history, charming landmarks, and cultural significance. Our experienced guides share fascinating stories and insights about Grapevine’s heritage, adding depth to the culinary experience.
We recommend bringing a valid form of identification (ID) to verify your age for wine tastings and alcoholic beverage consumption during the tour. Additionally, we suggest wearing comfortable attire and footwear suitable for walking and exploring the charming streets of Grapevine.
Some of the wineries and gourmet shops visited during the tour may offer products for sale. You’ll have the opportunity to purchase additional wine, gourmet foods, or souvenirs to take home and enjoy after the tour.
Menu substitutions for dietary restrictions or food allergies are available for this tour with mention at the time of booking or by emailing info@foodtoursofamerica.com at least 48 hours before your event. Please note that last-minute menu substitutions cannot be accommodated. Our dietary restrictions coordinator will ensure your overall experience includes an equivalent quantity of food. However, your tour experience may differ significantly from that of your fellow tour-goers. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. Guests are responsible for notifying their tour guide of any food allergies upon check-in and must interact directly with each server or restaurant regarding any food allergies before participating in food or beverage tastings. Participation is at your own risk.