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Curated 4-Course North Beach Culinary Experience

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Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey through the vibrant streets of North Beach. This curated 4-course food walking tour will take you to popular and hidden spots that only locals know about. Indulge in a progressive meal, with appetizers, an entree, and a dessert, at four different restaurants. Picture yourself savoring wood-fired pizza, artisan gelato, and mouthwatering tiramisu. Along the way, your expert guide will regale you with stories of restaurant owners and the neighborhood's fascinating history, from the Gold Rush to the Prohibition era. As you explore the streets of North Beach, you'll also get to peek inside hidden Prohibition-era tunnels where booze was smuggled. With a small group of only 12 people, this personalized experience is not to be missed. Book now and immerse yourself in the flavors of North Beach.

About this experience

  • Non Refundable There is no return, refund or cancellation possible with this product
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-12 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore North Beach's food scene
  • Enjoy a four-course progressive meal
  • Visit hidden Prohibition-era tunnels
  • Indulge in a cheese tasting at a trendy wine bar
  • Fill your own delicate cannoli with an Italian cannoli maker
  • Small group limited to 12 people to ensure a personalized experience
  • Live commentary
  • Guide
  • Food tastings
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Alcohol pairing (can be purchased at the time of the tour) $35/person

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Introduction

Experience the vibrant culinary scene of North Beach on the Curated 4-Course North Beach Culinary Experience. This insider food walking tour takes you on a delicious journey through this historic San Francisco neighborhood. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you'll discover hidden gems and popular spots that only locals know about. With hearty food tastings at four different restaurants, you'll indulge in a four-course progressive meal featuring a variety of delectable dishes. Dive into the rich flavors of wood-fired pizza, arancini, gelato, seafood stew, and more. Along the way, learn fascinating stories of the neighborhood's intriguing history, from the Gold Rush to the Prohibition era and beyond. Whether you're a food enthusiast or simply looking to explore a vibrant part of the city, this culinary experience is sure to leave you satisfied and inspired.

What to expect?

Embarking on the Curated 4-Course North Beach Culinary Experience promises an afternoon of culinary delights and fascinating discoveries. Throughout the 180-minute tour, you'll be treated to a gastronomic adventure with a carefully crafted menu, featuring two appetizers, one entree, and a delicious dessert. Each restaurant stop offers unique flavors and culinary traditions, ensuring a varied and satisfying experience. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with flavorful wood-fired pizza, mouthwatering arancini, and a San Francisco specialty—cioppino, a hearty seafood stew. Indulge in the authentic taste of eggplant parmesan, California gelato, and tiramisu. Your knowledgeable guide will share interesting anecdotes and local tips, giving you insider insight into the neighborhood's rich culinary heritage.

Who is this for?

The Curated 4-Course North Beach Culinary Experience welcomes all food enthusiasts, explorers, and anyone eager to delve into the vibrant culinary scene of North Beach. Whether you're a passionate foodie looking for unique flavors or a traveler seeking an immersive cultural experience, this tour is designed for you. Sample the best North Beach has to offer, from traditional Italian cuisine to innovative culinary creations. This small-group tour, limited to 12 people, ensures a personalized experience where you can connect with fellow travelers, share your love for good food, and create lasting memories together. Perfect for solo adventurers, couples, friends, and families, this culinary journey invites everyone to indulge in the vibrant flavors and rich history of San Francisco's North Beach.

Why book this?

Immerse yourself in the authentic tastes and rich history of North Beach by booking the Curated 4-Course North Beach Culinary Experience. This carefully crafted tour combines delicious food tastings with captivating stories, creating a multidimensional experience that goes beyond just satisfying your hunger. Discover hidden gems and popular culinary spots, curated exclusively for this tour, ensuring you experience the best of North Beach's culinary scene. The intimate small-group setting fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment, allowing you to connect with like-minded food enthusiasts and create unforgettable memories together. With an expert guide leading the way, you'll gain deeper insights into the neighborhood's fascinating history, local tips, and the culinary traditions that have shaped North Beach. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a flavorful journey and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of San Francisco.

Good to know

The Curated 4-Course North Beach Culinary Experience spans a duration of 180 minutes, providing ample time to savor each delightful tasting and uncover the neighborhood's hidden gems. The tour begins in the Jackson Square neighborhood, just a short walk from Downtown San Francisco. Please arrive hungry, as you'll be treated to a progressive four-course meal throughout the tour, including 2 appetizers, 1 entree, and 1 dessert. The tour route is flat and easy, suitable for all fitness levels. It's recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. While the specific restaurants visited and tastings may vary based on availability, the tour ensures a satisfying and diverse culinary experience. The tour concludes a few blocks away from the starting point, allowing you to further explore the vibrant nightlife and charm of North Beach.

Reviews

Participants of the Curated 4-Course North Beach Culinary Experience rave about the mouthwatering tastings, knowledgeable guides, and immersive culinary journey. Food lovers have praised the selection of dishes, highlighting the wood-fired pizza, arancini, and seafood stew as standout flavors. Guests appreciated the insider tips and fascinating historical stories that brought the neighborhood to life. The small-group setting received praise for creating a personalized and welcoming experience, allowing participants to connect with fellow travelers. Overall, reviewers highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to indulge in delectable food and explore the rich culinary traditions of North Beach.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Jackson Square

Meet in the Jackson Square neighborhood – a 10-minute walk from Downtown San Francisco – in the late afternoon to start your walking tour. Come hungry, as you’ll be getting lots of food on this 3-hour tour, which follows a flat, easy route. Following your expert local guide, delve behind the scenes of Little Italy’s food and restaurant scene, hearing fascinating historical facts and stories along the way, like how this neighborhood was once part of the Barbary Coast – San Francisco’s red-light district in the 1800s during the California Gold Rush. You'll also visit hidden Prohibition-era tunnels where booze was smuggled into the city.

North Beach

Though you’ll learn a lot of interesting history, this tour is about the food. Enjoy a cheese tasting at a trendy wine bar. Then indulge in an Italian wood-fired pizza made in the oldest pizza oven on the West Coast; built in 1935, this treasured tool was copied by Wolfgang Puck at Spago and Alice Waters at Chez Panisse. Pop into a gourmet boutique shop for a sweet-and-savory treat such as artisan agave caramel drizzled over popcorn- yum! Top your culinary journey off with a visit to a historic Italian bookshop-turned-café, where you'll fill your own delicate cannoli with an Italian cannoli maker.

Little Italy

You’ll find that all the tastings add up to a satisfying meal. Your tour ends in the evening a few blocks from your original departure point, where you’re free to continue exploring this fabulous San Francisco neighborhood bustling with vibrant nightlife. Please note: Places visited and tastings are subject to change based on availability.

Reviews

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5 (158)

BuffyBD

Evan was our guide. He was professional and added just enough history to make more than a food tour. Only thing my husband and I would suggest (everytjing served was very good by the way) is to add a second option instead of just serving one item. We would never have ordered the items served and enjoyed each spot!

babaz

We highly recommend the progressive dinner walking tour of North Beach with Avital. Nikki kept a reasonable pace as she led a small group of us from Washington Square through the Italian community, where we sampled Cioppino with crab and shellfish, a delicious pork Bao bun, hot fresh pizza from the oldest pizza oven on the West Coast, and finally two flavors of creamy, luscious gelato! Her inside stories of the families and history behind each restaurant made the tour memorable. All the food was fresh, hot, and scrumptious! This was much more fun than randomly choosing a restaurant and sitting the whole time! We were so full! The tour starts at 3:00 pm and ends about 6:00, and alcohol can be added to the package (optional). No need for dinner after this! Take a Lyft or Uber to a show, or head to a comedy club or opera after the tour! Dress casually and warmly, depending on weather.

Eileen D

Very fun tour, friendly and knowledgeable guides, varied and delicious food selection, and good information on the history of the neighborhood. A great way to spend the afternoon for locals or visitors.

Elizabeth_V

I loved this experience! Wow! The food, stories, and fellow travelers were just wonderful. The ciopinno soup was by far my favorite. The four other guests were just lovely and the walk was more like a stroll, nice and easy. Danielle was our docent and she just rocked. She took care of us which I really enjoyed. I liked not having any responsibility navigating a busy city. Our first progressive dinner and totally not our last! A great value and worth every penny.

E6182PLjoyceb

So fun, great food, drink and tour guide - Alexis. Highly recommend - great way to spend the afternoon

Wanderer547693

We loved this tour! Our guide Hailey was wonderful, full of knowledge and it was a very laid back, tasty experience.

DallasTexasfan

The firs two restaurants were fantastic! The third stop was unprepared for us and adversely affected that experience and the 4th stop. Also we had purchased the alcohol pairing which was minimal. At the third stop we received an estimated 1 oz of wine. The previous restaurant we had received a glass of wine. It seems like 3 drinks might be a reasonable expectation for a 3 hour tour.

WeldonT

The tour was a Christmas gift from very good friend, it was much appreciated but with some reservation due to my my strong understanding of the North Beach Area, being in the area for the past 30 years and feeling i knew everything there was to know about the Italian neighborhood. Much to my surprise the guide Hanna not only imparted some great facts about famed the North Beach area but she the four eateries that she took us to were all newbies to us. The Chippino was outstanding unique and well flavored, the stories she shared were great and accurate. The highlight was as we sat in a beautiful compact, out of the way old wood burning pizza restaurant , she asked if we would like to hear one of her songs, as she had told us that she was a musician, Whoa on top of being a wonderful host her voice was outstanding. Great outstanding 3 1/2 hour tour.

Saraj94121

My friend wanted to do something different for her birthday, and we decided to be tourists in our own city with this walking food tour. We had a terrific time on this tour, learned some new facts about San Francisco, and the food/ drinks were delicious. The restaurants we went were not obvious spots, and the portions were healthy. I especially loved our tour guide, Haley. Her demeanor was so lovely and she was great at keeping us moving and entertained. I want to go back on another tour in a different part of the city.

Patty K

Ben was very informative. It was a great experience. We not only took us to great restaurants but had great information to share about the area.
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2024-05-21 18:45
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