Food Tours in San Francisco
Best food tours in San Francisco for your next culinary journey
Food tours in San Francisco prove that good food is far too exciting for you to be sticking with the same go-to meals. Experience all of what your city has to offer by joining a fun, informative food and drink tour. Your inspiring guide will offer local recommendations and some of their favorite tips when exploring new cuisine. There is a San Francisco foodie tour for every palate and personality, whether you are all about comfort or the unknown!
Italian Treasures of North Beach
$129
Food Tour
$129
Explore the historic eateries of San Francisco’s “Little Italy” on a guided walking tour. In this immersive food tour, you’ll join a resident guide for a culinary journey through the heart of North Beach. Known for its Italian heritage and impeccable food scene, your guide introduces you to the chefs and...
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Guide Lisa or Local Guide
San Francisco (North Beach)
Private Food Tour
The Mission District's Thriving Culinary Scene
$115
Private Food Tour
$115
Take a private tour with family or friends through one of San Francisco's most eclectic areas. Discover the Mission District like never before on a private food tour that blends San Francisco’s immigrant history with its diverse culinary landscape. This intimate journey highlights how Irish, German and Italian roots...
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Guide Shawn or Local Guide
San Francisco (Mission District)
Artisan Pasta Creation
$149
Market Tour + Cooking Class
$149
Tour an artisan grocer then create brilliant dishes inspired by the season's best produce. Chef James will utilize his impressive culinary expertise to provide a fun and enlightening tour of an artisan grocer followed by an incredible cooking experience that is sure to wow your senses.
After selecting the best...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
Private Food Tour
Gourmet Gems of the Mission District
$215
Private Food Tour
$215
Take an exclusive culinary journey through one of the Bay Area’s buzziest food destinations. In this private food tour, you’ll join a local guide for an in-depth culinary adventure in the Mission District’s Valencia corridor. While sharing stories of the neighborhood’s history and its transformation into a...
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Verified Guide
Guide Lisa or Local Guide
San Francisco (Mission Dolores)
CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
4-Course Seasonal Lunch
$175
Cooking Class + Market Tour
$175
Accompany Chef James on a farmers' market tour, then prepare and enjoy a four-course lunch in his home. Are you curious to learn about how a chef goes about choosing their ingredients? This is a great opportunity to shop with Chef James at the Ferry Plaza Farmers' Market, plan your meal and ultimately prepare a...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
Food Tour + Drink Upgrade
Taste and Toast the Mission District’s Best
$235
Private Food Tour
$235
Explore the Mission’s top flavors and drinks with insider access to local chefs and hidden gems. Delve into the global food scene of San Francisco’s Mission District.
This private food tour showcases the unique culinary spirit of the Mission District’s Valencia corridor. Joined by a local guide, you’ll...
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Guide Lisa or Local Guide
San Francisco (Mission Dolores)
Private Food Tour
Culinary Scene of the Mission District
$129
Private Food Tour
$129
Discover the culinary heart of San Francisco in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Head to the Mission District’s Valencia corridor for an immersive private food tour. Surrounded by colorful street art and global cuisines, your guide will introduce you to the chefs, store owners and workers behind the...
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Guide Lisa or Local Guide
San Francisco (Mission Dolores)
Private Food Tour
Japantown's Culinary Treasures
$195
Private Food Tour
$195
Explore San Francisco’s historic Japantown with a showcase of authentic Japanese cuisine. This immersive three-hour private food highlights the fascinating history, bustling markets and signature restaurants that give Japantown its distinctive charm. Each bite reveals why this cultural gem is a must-visit...
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Guide Lisa or Local Guide
San Francisco (Japantown)
Food Tour + Drink Upgrade
A Guide to Oakland’s Culinary Gems
$225
Private Food Tour
$225
Discover Temescal’s vibrant culinary scene with the best sips and bites in the neighborhood. This three-hour private food tour led by local Guide Lisa uncovers culinary hidden gems in one of Oakland’s oldest neighborhoods. From Mexican street food to Ethiopian cuisine, Temescal is renowned for its rich and diverse...
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Guide Lisa or Local Guide
Oakland
Exploring North Berkeley
$195
Private Food Tour
$195
Explore the gastronomic delights of North Berkeley as you peruse the area’s charming neighborhoods. This three-hour private food tour uncovers hidden gems and local history along a guided stroll to some of North Berkeley’s most beloved eateries. Along the way, Guide Lisa shares the fascinating history and unique...
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Guide Lisa or Local Guide
Berkeley (North Berkeley)
Food Tour + Drink Upgrade
Ferry Building and Market Tour
$175
Private Food Tour
$175
Explore San Francisco’s historic Ferry Building and marketplace with insights from a local guide. In this 90-minute private food tour, you’ll embark on an immersive journey through one of the Bay Area’s most cherished destinations. Take in the history, artisan specialties, global flavors and waterfront views as...
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Guide Lisa or Local Guide
San Francisco (Financial District)
Private Food Tour
Gourmet Delights at the Ferry Building & Farmers' Market
$215
Private Food Tour
$215
Sip and savor artisanal delicacies that exemplify San Francisco’s dynamic culinary scene. In this two-hour private food tour, you’ll explore one of San Francisco's most iconic landmarks while sampling local favorites. Expert Guide Lisa shares insights into the history and culinary evolution of the marketplace,...
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Guide Lisa or Local Guide
San Francisco (Financial District)
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Most Popular San Francisco Food Tour Neighborhoods
Mission District
The Mission District is brimming with historical charm and culinary allure. Take a San Francisco food and drink tour through the trendy boutique restaurants and local artisan shops.
Hayes Valley
The invigorating Hayes Valley brings together upscale elegance and forward-thinking dining, with modern bistros and ultra-hip cocktail spots serving locals and visitors a menu worth sampling on a foodie tour in San Francisco.
North Beach
North Beach is ‘Frisco’s winsome Italian enclave. On a San Francisco food tour through this neighborhood, you’ll find Old World trattorias, a nostalgic bar scene and the bohemian spirit of classic San Fran tucked into every corner.
FAQS ABOUT FOOD TOURS in San Francisco
How do food tours in San Francisco work?
If you’re interested in taking San Francisco food tours, they couldn’t be easier to book. Simply select an experience that piques your interest, set your group size and choose a date. From there, all you need to do is meet your guide at the designated location — be that in North Beach, Mission District or Japantown — and follow them as they introduce you to the city’s most renowned foodie hotspots.
Each experience varies, but most take between two-to-three hours and cover between four and six stops. Menu items are usually pre-arranged with each restaurant, too, meaning you don’t need to wait in line to order your food and can instead spend your time savoring the incredible cuisine.
Do food tours accommodate vegetarians or other dietary needs?
Most stops on San Francisco’s best food tours can provide suitable alternative menu items to suit your preferences or requirements. However, this is never guaranteed, and it depends largely on the specific tour you book. If you want to see the menu items that are included in your tour, simply view the “tastings” tab on your chosen experience’s web page.
If certain items don’t align with your preferences or requirements, you can of course choose to skip them. If you need more hands-on assistance, we suggest reaching out to our helpful Concierge team. With their help, you can arrange an experience that promises to please your palate from start to finish.
Are food tours family-friendly?
Families can certainly enjoy eating tours in San Francisco, however, it’s worth noting that the menu items for each experience are usually curated with adult palates in mind. Also, certain experiences involve quite a lot of walking, which might render them unsuitable for younger family members with shorter legs.
The menu items and amount of walking vary from tour to tour. With that in mind, we always recommend reaching out to our helpful Concierge team for assistance in finding an experience that’s suitable for you and your group.
How much do food tours cost?
The cost to book culinary tours in San Francisco usually ranges between $59 and over $100 per person, however, this is just a guide. The actual price you’ll pay is likely to vary based on a few factors. These include the specific tour you choose to book as well as the number of people in your party, since experience prices are tiered based on group size. Seasonality is also a factor, with key dates like Labor Day tending to command stronger demand and therefore higher prices.
For a rough idea of cost, view the starting per-person price on your chosen tour’s web page. Or, simply reach out to our helpful Concierge team for more in-depth assistance.
Is there enough to eat on the tour?
Even the heartiest appetites should resist the temptation to grab a quick bite ahead of their tour. Most foodie tours in San Francisco cover between four and six of the city’s top culinary destinations, each providing a taste of their most renowned dishes.
From Mission District-style burritos and exquisite pastries, to local charcuterie, pizza and even gut-busting pastrami sandwiches, if there’s one thing we can guarantee when you take food tours in San Francisco, it’s that there’ll be plenty to eat. You certainly won’t go hungry!
What happens if there’s bad weather?
Even in the summer months, Fog City has a tendency to live up to its nickname. But don’t worry, most food tours will go ahead as planned, regardless of the weather.
Of course, we understand that life has a tendency of getting in the way sometimes and that you might need to cancel for reasons other than the weather forecast. If so, be sure to check the cancellation policy on your specific experience’s web page. And bear in mind that if you book for events that are due to take place within the next 48 hours, the cost is non-refundable.
How much do you tip the food tour guide?
If you wish to tip your tour guide, the amount you give is entirely up to you, but please know that you are under absolutely no obligation to do so. Of course, we understand if you would like to — it’s a wonderful way in which to thank your guide for an unforgettable culinary experience. If so, again, the amount is up to you, but if you’re unsure, we usually suggest tipping between 10% and 25% of the total experience cost.
Are food tours worth it?
In a word, yes! Eating tours in San Francisco provide an opportunity to explore its most renowned foodie hotspots. More than that, they allow you to share the experience with like-minded culinarians, gain fascinating insights into the local dining landscape and learn about the global traditions that have helped to shape it.
Plus, they can be enjoyed by everybody. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, marking a milestone anniversary or planning a food-forward team building day, culinary tours in San Francisco are an experience your whole group is bound to get behind.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in San Francisco
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.