Top San Diego Dining Experiences

We’re excited to introduce our 60-minute Glow Boat Experience on Electric Boats — a romantic night date in San Diego Bay. The boats glow beautifully after dark and come equipped with a Bluetooth Speaker so you can enjoy music while cruising. Your group will be assigned one of our electric glow boats based on your group size. Both options offer the same Glow Electric Boat experience. * Red Electric Glow Boat: Up to 4 adults + 1 small child (4–5 years old), maximum combined weight 650 lbs. * White Electric Glow Boat: Up to 3 adults + 1 small child (4–5 years old), maximum combined weight 600 lbs. The specific boat model is assigned by our team based on your group size. Our crew provides full instructions and guides all boats on the water, with safety crew present. You’ll stay dry and comfortable the entire ride.

Go sightseeing on the waters of San Diego Bay during this cruise that provides a delicious seated brunch of seasonal dishes accompanied by unlimited Champagne, mimosas, and sparkling cider. After enjoying a lavish plated brunch dish, stay at your private table or head outside to the open air for sunshine and sightseeing.

Discover the great eats of Tijuana with this small-group street food walking tour. The tour takes you to diverse food spots, such as an open-air market, a Mexican bakery, and small eateries that locals love. Along the way, learn fun facts about the local food scene and best of all—enjoy lots of different tastings, such as tacos, fish ceviche, fresh fruit, and churros.

Make the most of your weekend with a 2-hour brunch cruise through San Diego Bay. Capture prime views of the city skyline and harbor from a luxury yacht, and round out your morning bliss with bottomless mimosas and our brunch menu service includes breakfast favorites, vegetarian options, and so much more. Indoor seating. Listen to our live entertainment as the attentive crew constantly top off your glass. Shouldn’t weekends always be like this?

A lot has changed in Little Italy in the past decade and we want you to know all about it—where to eat, who to talk to, what ingredients to pick up, and what vendors you should visit. On the way, your guide will fill you in on the area's multilayered history. Guests will get to sample foods at four different locations, with two offering wine or beer, and one to end the tour the right way—with dessert.

Don't miss this exciting foodie adventure with Wild Foodie Tours to learn about and enjoy Chinese food, history, and culture from a Chinese-American guide whose passion is food, culture, and adventure. Prepare to enter the Dragon's Gate to savor the culinary masterpiece once reserved for the Emperor of China.

An intimate 20-seat communal dinner hosted by the elusive Chef Bear, featuring a five-course tasting menu with curated wine and cocktail pairings. Playful storytelling, seasonal ingredients, and a lively, social atmosphere make this immersive supper club unlike any traditional restaurant experience.

Are you a foodie? Have you tried traditional Cantonese dim sum--the small plate experience, the chopsticks, the steam-heated carts, the stacked steamer baskets, the lively conversations? The Tea! Perhaps you've never had the opportunity to learn the immense history involved with dim sum from a Cantonese-American guide (dim sum = "to touch the heart!"). This is your chance to join Wild Foodie Tours to enjoy a truly unique dining experience. We'll brunch on Cantonese-style dim sum, served fresh from traditional push-carts & steamer baskets. You'll learn about dim sum's Silk Road roots, flavorful teas, and traditional Southern Chinese etiquette. You'll pick and choose a variety of classic dim sum specialties like barbecue pork buns, rice crepes, and egg tarts--and become touched by the heart! After the meal, enjoy a walking tour through the Asian Cultural District of San Diego and end at a popular Asian supermarket for some quick shopping. Are you ready for the Wild East of dim sum?

A social gathering awaits at this hands-on cooking class in San Diego, where participants collaborate with professional chefs to whip up authentic Italian-inspired dishes from scratch. Over three to three and a half hours, enjoy welcome appetizers, create two main dishes tailored to your group’s preferences, and savor a delightful signature dessert. With the added touch of a welcome drink in hand, the experience culminates in communal dining, allowing everyone to relish the culinary creations they helped craft together.

Escape to a beautifully curated Baja California inspired picnic by the bay, designed for relaxation, connection, and unforgettable coastal views. Your fully styled setup will be ready upon arrival, inspired by the colors and spirit of Baja. Just arrive and enjoy. Set along one of the most iconic bayfront settings in San Diego, this experience blends culture, scenery, and connection. Enjoy a two hour picnic with a chips, guacamole and salsa platter, a Mexican Soda Pairing Experience, chilled water, cozy blankets, a Bluetooth speaker, and fun games. The experience also includes a cultural guide printout to explore while you dine, featuring a curated overview of San Diego and Baja California’s history, culture, and coastal heritage. Unlike crowded restaurants, this offers a private, beautifully styled space to slow down and connect. For our evening bookings, as the sun dips below the horizon, candle style mood lighting creates a warm, intimate atmosphere.

Visit Rosarito Baja from San Diego, come and taste the sea food of this village in Rosarito and walk along the beach.

Your dumpling era starts with a mixing bowl and a stack of wrappers. At a casual San Diego brewery, you’ll combine ground pork, shrimp paste and fresh chives to create a savory filling, then learn how to fold and shape Chinese dumplings without stressing over perfect pleats. You’ll get hands-on practice with each step, making the process approachable even if you’ve never folded a dumpling before. While your dumplings cook, you’ll whip up a sweet-savory dipping sauce using soy sauce, honey, sesame oil and rice vinegar. Then you’ll work with the remaining pork-and-shrimp filling to create shumai-style dumplings, learning a second shape and technique. Once everything is cooked, enjoy your freshly made meal. It’s hands-on, social and just messy enough to be fun — especially when that first dumpling actually holds together.

Put down the boxed pasta and get your hands into the dough. At a laid-back local brewery in San Diego, you’ll learn the satisfying basics of handmade Italian pasta while enjoying a relaxed setting where you can bring beer or wine to sip along the way. Begin with flour, eggs and extra virgin olive oil, mixing and kneading until you have a smooth pasta dough. You’ll learn how to roll the dough thin and cut it into fettuccine, building practical techniques you can recreate at home. Then turn your attention to fresh marinara, combining canned tomatoes, garlic and dried Italian seasoning into a rich, savory sauce. Toss the freshly made noodles with the sauce and dig into your finished meal while the satisfaction of making pasta from scratch sinks in. With Chef Adriana’s 18 years in the culinary industry behind the instruction, the class stays approachable, hands-on and genuinely fun!

Experience the beauty of Mission Bay with a self-guided Paint and Sip Picnic designed for creativity, connection, and relaxation. The experience includes two ocean-themed paintings to choose from, along with easy, step-by-step guides, making it perfect for beginners and experienced creatives alike. There’s no instructor hovering, just a thoughtfully prepared setting where you can paint at your own pace, sip sparkling cider, snack, unwind, and enjoy the calm water and scenic views. Ideal for couples seeking a romantic date, friends planning a unique outing, or travelers celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a well deserved moment of escape, this experience blends art and atmosphere in a meaningful way. Guests leave with their own ocean-inspired artwork and a shared memory rooted in connection and calm. It’s more than a picnic, it’s a creative bayfront experience in the heart of San Diego.

Throughout December, Flagship’s fleet of yachts set the stage for unforgettable holiday celebrations. Step aboard for a festive evening filled with twinkling lights, elegant decor, and warm hospitality. Whether it’s a romantic date, family gathering, or company party, December Nights Dinner Cruises blend fine dining with stunning San Diego Bay views for the ultimate seasonal experience.

Try your hand at making the best taco you’ve ever tasted on this tour in Tijuana. Your guide will meet you in San Diego, then escort you into Mexico to make it stress free. Then you’ll visit the market, pick out all your ingredients, and then put together some tasty tacos. No cheating and going to the taco stand. This is your very own creation.

An evening cooking class invites culinary enthusiasts to create authentic vegan Italian dishes from scratch. Collaborate with skilled chefs as you dive into a custom menu curated to fit your dietary preferences. Start with delicious vegan appetizers and chef bites, then work together to craft two seasonal main dishes before indulging in a signature dessert. Welcome drinks set the tone for a relaxed communal dining experience where you'll enjoy the fruits of your labor with fellow food lovers.

Find some hidden spots for tasty vegan food when you book this small group tour to Mexico. Your guide will easily meet you in San Diego and assist you in crossing the border to make that hassle free. Then you’ll hit the streets of Tijuana, sampling several vegan delights, and indulging in a local craft beer, too.

Get over the border to Mexico with this small group tour to Tijuana. Your guide will meet you in San Diego and help you cross the border to keep it hassle free. Then together you’ll hit up some coffee stops that only your guide knows. Keep costs down and make new friends with this economical small group choice, and learn all about Mexico’s coffee, too.

Carne Asada translate as Roast Beef or Barbeque, is something very special in the north mexican culture, and it's not just being in the grill roasting some beef, is a whole different experience, it’s having a small party while you listen some nice music and you end up eating one of the best tacos, the tacos that you make.