Top San Francisco Street Food Tours

Although the Mission District is the epicenter of San Francisco’s Latino culture, the multicultural neighborhood was home to Irish, German, and Italian immigrants not long ago. On this small-group food tour, discover how these immigrants and others have shaped the neighborhood by tasting local specialties including Mission-style burritos, Italian sandwiches, San Francisco clam chowder, and, best of all, a “secret” dish. Upgrade for a private tour and more personal attention from your guide.

If you fancy yourself a foodie or culture enthusiast, don’t miss this walking tour of San Francisco’s Little Italy—the neighborhood of North Beach. Voted one of the 15 best foodie tours in the USA by U.S. News, join an insider guide and experience a slice of the top things to do in North Beach, such as tasting coffee and witnessing bread being freshly made. Soak up the lively atmosphere of one of the city’s most popular districts as you learn about its cafes and bakeries and see landmarks like Saints Peter and Paul Church.

Stroll the narrow streets and back alleys of San Francisco's Chinatown on this walking tour with a small group. Soak up the local ambiance when you explore on foot, and browse specialty herbs and produce at local grocers. A variety of tastings add up to a full lunch, including tea, fortune cookies, dim sum, and other treats. Listen to guided commentary and ask plenty of questions as you explore.

'Forget it Jake. It's Chinatown,' but if you're willing to get off the tour bus, then San Francisco's Chinatown and its foodie adventures don't have to remain a riddle. Explore the roads less-taken, sample Chef Han's world-famous Szechuan cuisine and the delectable Peking duck, take in the sights and smells of the real Chinatown, and see how San Francisco's Chinese Americans live during this culinary and gourmet food tour.

Discover San Francisco’s beloved Mission District—long home to a thriving Latinx community, and renowned for its eclectic cultural and dining options—on this immersive walking tour. Meet your guide in the area, and set off on foot. You’ll discover a range of street art pieces, historic landmarks, and insider stories. You’ll also head to several local eateries (food additional expense) to discover and indulge in local flavors.

Embark on a culinary expedition in Chinatown, where the origins of the fortune cookie come to life, a myriad of dim sum and tea await your palate, and the stories of Chinese immigrants unfold. This delectable 3-hour experience introduces you to the local community and immerses you in the energetic pulse of the nation's most historic Chinatown. HIGHLIGHTS: + Full meal provided + Intimate group settings + Explore the hidden alleyways of Chinatown + Immerse in tales from the Gold Rush era + Enjoy premium bubble tea + Savor a time-honored pastry from a local bakery + Step inside the fortune cookie factory + Relish a grand dim sum spread + Delve deep into the world of Chinese tea (30-min) + Sample authentic Cantonese-style duck + Welcoming kids 8+; please inquire about younger This journey offers a profound immersion into Chinatown's lively essence for both the well-traveled and the inquisitive locals. Book your experience today!

San Francisco's Chinatown is one of the largest Chinese communities outside of Asia, so explore the ins and outs of this lively multicultural neighborhood with a guide who knows the way. Venture beyond the tourist shops to learn the history of landmarks like Portsmouth Square and the Dragon's Gate, stopping along the way to sample authentic dim sum and tour a fortune cookie factory.

Delight your taste buds on a walking food tour of North Beach, known as San Francisco's Little Italy. The abundance of cafés and bakeries can make it hard to decide, but your guide will take you to some of the best loved by locals for authentic Italian pastries, coffee, garlic-infused dishes, pizza, and cocktails. Along the way, learn about the history of this vibrant neighborhood, from its Italian roots to Beat poetry legends.

On our Secret Food Tour: San Francisco - North Beach and Chinatown, you’ll experience the most iconic parts of “The City by the Bay.” Our experienced guides will take you on a delicious journey through the Gold Rush days of the Barbary Coast. While most tour companies only focus on one neighborhood over the other, we dive deep into both to offer you a taste of the best of both worlds. On your journey, you’ll bite into pizza with a surprise topping straight from the Pacific bay! You will explore West Coast coffee culture, savor dim sum like you’ve never tasted, and find yourself wanting more of our secret bite! You’ll also discover the inner workings of our world famous cable cars, investigate the naughty red light district, uncover where the “The Godfather” was written and conceived, and wander through the alleys where the original miner 49’ers cashed in their sacks of new found gold. All in one afternoon!

North Beach has a thriving restaurant scene, so much so that it can be hard for travelers to discern local gems from tourist traps. This walking tour of the neighborhood—which visits at least five mom-and-pop eateries to sample local and ethnic food—makes it a lot easier. Plus, travel with a guide who helps you experience the history, architecture, and culture of one of San Francisco’s most celebrated neighborhoods.

Immerse yourself in one of Chicago’s most vibrant neighborhoods—and learn all about the city’s rich history, as well as its contemporary art scene and culinary culture—on this small-group walking tour. Meet your guide right in the Mission District, and be sure to come hungry: you’ll enjoy several tastings that represent the neighborhood’s eclectic fare. You’ll also discover its colorful murals, its historic monuments, and much more.

Venture into the heart of San Francisco’s North Beach—lovingly dubbed ‘Little Italy.’ On this food and ghost tour, you’ll weave through a rich culinary landscape while delving into the spine-tingling tales that haunt this iconic district. HIGHLIGHTS: + Full meal included + Unearth the chilling tales of the Gold Rush Era + See the cinematic history of the oldest restaurant in SF + Dive into the captivating history of pizza + Taste famed focaccia bread sandwiches at a bohemian gem + Hear stories of the Beatnik poets + Take a quick sojourn into Haunted Chinatown + Feel history come alive outside North Beach’s oldest bar + See where The Godfather was written + End on a sweet note with a renowned Italian dessert We’ll walk through the neighborhood's hidden corners and explore North Beach's sinister past, local gems, and time-honored establishments. Please note that this tour used to be all pizza, so some reviews might mention that, but we have diversified the menu since then.

Explore the culinary side of San Francisco with this private walking and tasting tour. Your guide will take you to spots in the Mission District that you’d never find on your own. You’ll get to hear the history of the vibrant neighborhood while you eat your way through it. Try a mission-style burrito, quesabirria, pan dulce, and much more, so make sure to come hungry.

Street Art? Latin Food? Hipster Vibes? Dive into a journey that's bursting with flavor, culture, and stories. Our Mission street food tour is a delightful blend of San Francisco's rich history and gastronomic wonders. HIGHLIGHTS: + Full Meal Included + Small Groups + Experience the flavor at the town's top-rated taqueria + Witness the city's most historic church + Discover the captivating murals that grace the neighborhood + Step into a lesser-known pupuseria for an authentic treat + Learn & taste bean-to-bar chocolate + See the Mission's best shopping street + Try hipster pizza + Walk Clarion Alley and see the famed Street Art

Learn the diverse and unique story of San Francisco through food and history. San Francisco has been the epicenter of change. From the hippie movement of the 60s to the current gentrification taking place with the tech boom. We’ve narrowed down some of the best locally owned, small restaurants in San Francisco. These are our favorite places to bring friends and family when we are trying to impress them with our local expertise on the food scene. Once booked, this tour will include tastings and the history of the neighborhood. So, bring comfortable shoes and a hungry stomach, as you'll be visiting some of these locations and more!