Complimentary Food Tour
Want a Free Chinatown Food Tour?
Get the Avital Self-Guided Chinatown Food Tour in San Francisco. Escape the “tourist traps” and get a glimpse into how everyday locals feast.
17 Foodie-Approved Food Tours San Francisco for 2024
November 9, 2021
Updated March 12, 2024
The San Francisco dining scene is ever-changing, but always delicious and our foodie-approved food tours San Francisco are here to show you the best of the best the city has to offer. One thing we love about dining in SF is how dynamic and innovative restaurants are in the city, using the freshest ingredients, starting trends, and constantly changing the way we think about food. Sure, we’re gushing, but San Francisco is a must for foodies. Here’s the food tours you don’t want to miss in 2024.
Table of Contents
Map of All Food Tours San Francisco
Avital Food Tours of San Francisco
Avital Food Tours of San Francisco, Godeus Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
Explore the Mission District or North Beach on a 4-Course Dining Experience with Expert Guide and Seated Courses View on Google Maps ⧉SF Native Tours
San Francisco Native Tours, Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, USA
View on Google Maps ⧉Pedicab SF Brew Tour
San Francisco Pedicab, San Francisco, CA, USA
Gears & Grapes | Beers & Bikes
Gears & Grapes, Commercial Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
Vantigo Tours
Vantigo Tours, Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, USA
Platypus Wine Tours
Platypus Wine Tours, Camino Oruga, Napa, CA, USA
Gourmet Food & Wine Tours
Sonoma Food and Wine Tour – by Gourmet Food & Wine Tours, Donner Avenue, Sonoma, CA, USA
San Francisco Food Tours
Indulge in a sensory journey through San Francisco’s culinary delights with SF walking tours. Discover hidden gems and iconic eateries, curated by local experts, making San Francisco foodie tours an unforgettable experience for any palate.
Food Tours Comparison Chart
| Number | SF Food Tour | Location | Cost / Person | Duration | Good for Groups? | Best Of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avital’s North Beach Food Tour | North Beach | $115 | 3 Hours | ✅ | Best North Beach Food Tour |
| 2 | Avital’s Mission District Food Tour | Mission District | $115 | 3 Hours | ✅ | Best Mission District Food Tour |
| 3 | Ultimate Chinatown Tour | Chinatown | $89 | 3 Hours | ❌ | Best Chinatown Food Tour |
| 4 | Mission Street Art & Food | Mission District | $85 | 3 Hours | ✅ | Best Art Food Tour |
| 5 | Ferry Building & Farmers Market | Ferry Building | $90 | 1.5 Hours | ❌ | Best Short Food Tour |
| 6 | Japantown Food Tour | Japantown | $130 | 2 Hours | ❌ | Best Japantown Food Tour |
| 7 | Little Italy & Chinatown Food Tour | North Beach & Chinatown | $84 | 4 Hours | ❌ | Best Multi-Neighborhood Tour |
| 8 | Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour | Chinatown | $109 | 3 Hours | ✅ | Best for Non-Drinkers |
1. Avital’s North Beach Food Tour
Does pizza make your heart sing? The smell of espresso and the sight of Italian pastries make you smile? Then you’ve got to add a North Beach Food Tour to your list. This must-see neighborhood sits right by the water, adding an extra quaintness to an area home to Italian heritage, influenced by the Beat Generation, and filled with new hot spots. To taste the best of North Beach, you’ve got to do it in four courses—everything from appetizers to dessert, plus beverage pairings. Great for groups and accommodating of all dietary restrictions. Join the local guides with Avital Experiences for a progressive meal that will leave you full and with an appreciate for this classic, checker table-clothed neighborhood.
North Beach
3 Hours
From $115 Per Person
Italian Hotspots & Hidden Gems
Accommodate All Dietary Restrictions
2. Avital’s Mission District Food Tour
Have you ever wondered how one neighborhood could be the center of the universe? How the distinct smells of 26 different types of tacos, blended with the sweet sugars of artisanal ice cream waft in your nose? If so, look no further and check out this Mission Food Tour! This historic neighborhood is a must-see and must-learn-about for anyone living in or visiting San Francisco. We recommend this tour for groups because we accommodate of all dietary restrictions.
Mission District
3 Hours
From $115 Per Person
Inventive Latin Cuisine
Accommodate All Dietary Restrictions
Image Credit: Unknown
3. Chinatown Food Tour
If a perfect afternoon includes for you includes Hong Kong egg tarts, juicy pork buns, a tea tasting, and some flavorful Szechuan cuisine, then add a Chinatown Food Tour to your list. San Francisco’s Chinatown is the oldest in North America, meaning there’s lots of history and culture to take in. And, so much food! The best part about a Chinatown Food Tour is being able to taste the best of the neighborhood, while scoping out the places you want to try next. We guarantee you’ll be back for more.
Chinatown
3 Hours
From $89 Per Person
Egg Tarts, Pork Buns, Szechuan Cuisine
4. Mission Street Art & Food Tour
A great way to learn about this iconic neighborhood is with a Mission District Street Art & Food Tour! Indulge in a “Super” taco, Detroit-style deep dish, and Salvadorian pupusas as you stroll the streets and take in the incredible artwork of the Mission. The tour can accommodate vegetarians, but unfortunately no other dietary restrictions. They also offer private tour options.
Mission District
3 Hours
From $85 Per Person
Latin Cuisine & More
Image Credit: edibleexcursions.net
5. Ferry Building And Farmers Market Tour
The Ferry Building is home to some of the freshest produce and best craft artisans in the city. In just one building you can find the creamiest cheeses, decadent macarons, and tastiest oysters. This Ferry Building food tour expertly picks out some of the best merchants to taste from and gives you history about the build itself. After the tour, browse around some more and grab extra treats, or just enjoy the waterfront with a great cup of coffee— or wine!
Ferry Building
1.5 Hours
From $90 Per Person
Local Purveyors
Image Credit: xperiencedays.com
6. Japantown Food Tour
Transport yourself and your tastebuds in San Francisco’s Japantown. There are only three Japantowns left in the United States, making this a unique cultural experience, as well as a chance to support the neighborhood. Though Japantown is small, it is packed to the brim with great restaurants, markets, and cafes. This Japantown Food Tour offers tastes of traditional Japanese treats like mochi, okonomiyaki, and onigiri. Plus, many of the tour guides are Japantown locals and can tell you more of the delicious places to visit, and perhaps the best place to go karaoke.
Japantown
3 Hours
From $130 Per Person
Japanese Cuisine
Image Credit: sffoodtour.com
7. Little Italy & Chinatown Food Tour
You may think Chinese food and Italian food all at once? Yes, that’s exactly what I’m saying on the Chinatown & North Beach Walking Tour! Chinatown and North Beach have some of the most delicious restaurants in all of San Francisco. Homemade, authentic meals – where you’ll even get the chance to see how Fortune Cookies are made! You’ll indulge in chocolates from one of the top chocolatiers in the U.S.A. and get a behind-the-scenes look at how it’s made.
Little Italy & Chinatown
4 Hours
From $84 Per Person
Chinese & Italian Cuisine
Image Credit: stretchy-pants.com
8. Chinatown Tea & Dim Sum Tour
Chinatown is chalk full of incredible restaurants so it’s no wonder it shows up multiple times on a list of foodie-approved San Francisco food tours. This Chinatown Food Tour, from the same company that brings you Coffee, Sweets & The Painted Ladies, is a 3-hour, 7-stop trip through delectable Chinese eats. You’ll visit the very first Fortune Cookie Factory and have some of the best dim sum of your whole life. You’ll visit a 100-year-old restaurant and realize why it’s still standing after all this time.
Chinatown
3 Hours
From $85 Per Person
Dim Sum & Tea
San Francisco Beer & Brewery Tours
Embark on a hoppy adventure with San Francisco’s best food tours, exploring the vibrant craft beer scene. From historic breweries to trendy taprooms, these SF food tours offer a taste of the city’s brewing heritage and innovative flavors.
Brewery Tours Comparison Chart
| Number | Tour | Location | Cost / Person | Duration | Good for Groups? | Best Of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | SoMa Craft Beer Tour | SoMa | $100 | 4 Hours | ✅ | Best Craft Beer Tour |
| 10 | Pedicab Brewery Tour | Ferry Building & Beyond | $295 | 3 Hours | ❌ | Most Unique Brewery Tour |
| 11 | Beers & Bikes Tour | SoMa | $75+ | 3.5 Hours | ❌ | Best Active Brewery Tour |
| 12 | VW Van Beer Tour | Varies | $99 | 3 Hours | ✅ | Most Instagrammable Brewery Tour |
Image Credit: sfontaptours.com
9. SoMa Craft Beer Tour
Feeling at home in a neighborhood is, as we all know, not only about its eateries, but its breweries, too. On this awesome craft beer tour, you’ll be guided all over San Francisco’s SOMA district, tasting some of the best hops the city’s got! From learning about the unique craft beer scene here, and what role these local microbreweries play in elevating San Francisco’s game, a true beer-lover wouldn’t want to miss this!
SoMa
4 Hours
From $100 Per Person
Image Credit: pedicabsf.com
10. Pedicab Brewery Tour
Every wanted to take a brewery tour on a mobile couch? Well now’s your chance! On this Pedicab Brewery Tour, you’ll relax and ride in style as your visit several of San Francisco’s best breweries. The ride starts at the Ferry Building where you’ll kick off the tour with a beer from Fort Point, before being whisked away for more delicious brews. A unique experience, great for couples!
Ferry Building & Beyond
3 Hours
From $295 For 2 People
11. Beers & Bikes Tour
Life is all about balance, right? So why not get a little exercise in while enjoying some of SF’s best local brews?! On this Beers & Bikes Tour you’ll stop at three breweries via bike, plus you’ll get to experiences some of San Francisco’s coolest neighborhoods along the way. The tour includes your first pint, a guide, a bike and helmet.
Update March 12, 2024: This tour is on pause. Please check back later for availability.
SoMa
3.5-4 Hours
From $75 Per Person + Beers
Image Credit: Neko Reindl via creativelive.com
12. VW Van Beer Tour
Step back in time for this Brew Tour in a vintage VW van! You’ll hear about the rich history of beer in San Francisco as you sit back, relax, and enjoy. The tour stops at three breweries, with tastings as each, plus a brewing facility tour and a special souvenir.
Varies
3 Hours
From $99 Per Person
San Francisco Cocktail & Distillery Tours
Savor the spirit of San Francisco with cocktail and distillery tours, blending history, mixology, and local flair. Uncover the city’s cocktail culture on these curated SF walking tours, discovering hidden speakeasies and artisanal distilleries along the way.
Cocktail & Distillery Tours Comparison Chart
| Number | Tour | Location | Cost / Person | Duration | Good for Groups? | Best Of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Tipsy Tour | 4 SF Neighborhoods | $129 | 4.5 Hours | ✅ | Best SF Introduction Tour |
| 14 | Taco Tequila Tour | Mission District | $85+ | 3 Hours | ❌ | Best Tequila Tour |
Image Credit: sfnativetours.com
13. Tipsy Tour – SF Introduction Tour
On the Tipsy Original Tour, you’ll explore the see San Francisco like never before – through the lens of a few cocktails. You’ll go through the Financial District, Barbary Coast, North Beach, and Chinatown – which means you’ll be hitting the best food spots in the city all in one tour. From paninis to pizza to hot carmel popcorn and authentic dim sum…I’m drooling as I type. You’ll be both satisfied in both belly and heart with this one!
Financial District, Barbary Coast, North Beach, & Chinatown
4.5 Hours
From $129 Per Person
Image Credit: sfnativetours.com
14. Taco Tequila Tour
Nothing goes together quite like tacos and tequila. This spirit-forward tour in the Mission District features a complimentary tequila shot to kick things off before embarking on a taco crawl at a James Bear award-winning taqueria, plus other Mexican establishments, before finishing with, you guessed it, more tequila! You’ll also receive a souvenir shot glass, plus pickup and drop-off is included.
Mission District
3 Hours
From $85 Per Person + Tequila
San Francisco Winery Tours
Escape to the picturesque vineyards just outside the city on San Francisco culinary tours. Experience the terroir of the region with wine tastings, guided tours, and breathtaking views, making these SF food tours a delightful excursion for wine enthusiasts.
Winery Tours Comparison Chart
| Number | Tour | Location | Cost / Person | Duration | Good for Groups? | Best Of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour | Napa & Sonoma | $109 | 9 Hours | ✅ | Best Multi-Region Wine Tour |
| 16 | North Sonoma Wine Tour | North Sonoma | $129 | 6.5 Hours | ✅ | Most Authentic Wine Tour |
| 17 | Sausalito Food & Wine Tour | Sausalito | $149 | 3.5 Hours | ❌ | Best Food & Wine Tour |
Image Credit: greendreamtours.com
15. Ultimate Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour
While not technically a part of San Francisco, the city, the Bay Area’s wine country is a part of the experience of visiting and getting to know San Francisco and its culinary scene. So, we included a wine country tour on this list. Green Dream Tours specializes in wine tours that can last as short as a half day and go as long as a full day. They even have an Alcatraz and Wine Combo Tour (one of our favorites they offer) that takes you to two different Sonoma wineries, lunch at Fisherman’s Wharf, then the iconic Alcatraz Island for a historic tour.
Napa & Sonoma
9 Hours
From $109 Per Person + Tastings
Image Credit: platypustours.com
16. North Sonoma Wine Tour
If you’re looking for small family wineries, this North Sonoma Wine Tour is for you! You’ll experience the hand-picked wineries of North Sonoma, Russian River, and Healdsburg, each with their own rustic charm. The tour includes a picnic lunch and shuttle service, but does not include the wine tastings, which are typically $20-25 per person, per winery.
North Sonoma
6.5 Hours
From $129 Per Person + Tastings
17. Sausalito Food & Wine Tour
Want to experience the wines of Sonoma and Napa in a downtown village with awesome food? We thought so! This Sausalito Food & Wine Tour is a historic journey featuring culinary delights, local history, and delicious wines. After a refreshing ferry ride over from San Francisco, you’ll enjoy a 1/2 glass wine pairing at 4 different restaurants. The ultimate tour for food and wine lovers!
Sausalito
3.5 Hours
From $149 Per Person
What are Foodie-Approved San Francisco Food Tours?
San Francisco food tours are not only food tasting experiences that take place in San Francisco, but they also provide contextual and historical information about San Francisco via its culinary landscape! Most San Francisco food tours not only teach you about what’s on your plate, but also about what local ingredients our local haunts are using, how the restaurant began in the first place, and what significance the cuisine and its culinary host bear to the city!
Final Thoughts on Food Tours San Francisco
We highly recommend San Francisco food tours for one of the best ways to enjoy this vibrant city. From cocktails to dumplings, you and your belly will leave happy taking advantage of all the yummy food in the area. We hope you enjoyed this roundup of foodie-approved San Francisco food tours and we hope to eat, drink, and connect with you soon!
Featured Experiences
View Private Event Options
Download San Francisco PDF proposal for pricing, packages, and more.
You Might Enjoy
San Francisco
North Beach Food Tour
San Francisco
Mission District Food Tour
San Francisco
SF Interactive Meal
San Francisco
SF Michelin Food Tour
Feed Your Curiosity
