Top San Francisco Dining Experiences

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!

Experience this Italian-influenced North Beach neighborhood with a four-course progressive dining experience. With an intimate group of 12 people or less, follow your food-loving guide to many of the neighborhood's iconic restaurants starting with appetizers followed by an entree and finishing with dessert - all while exploring the neighborhood through your belly and your eyes. Enjoy experience-enhancing alcohol pairings (add-on can be purchased at the time of the tour) while tasting fare at some of the most popular spots as well as some hidden gems. Tastings may be selected from wood-oven pizza, to arancini, to cioppino (a seafood stew invented by San Francisco’s Italian fisherman), to handmade traditional cannoli, to California gelato. Hear gourmet gossip about some of the establishments' owners and learn about North Beach's history, from the Gold Rush to modern day.

Discover two of San Francisco’s most iconic neighborhoods without the guesswork of deciding where to eat or what to see. This small-group food tour combines cultural insights with generous tastings, helping you experience the traditions, flavors, and stories behind Chinatown and North Beach.

Taste your way through San Francisco's Chinatown, and discover its rich culture, on this walking food tour with a small group. Explore the roads less-taken, and enjoy five different tastings, which can include dim sum, roast duck, and more. Along the way, hear interesting stories about the history of the neighborhood.

Sail around the San Francisco Bay and view the city’s iconic sights while enjoying a buffet lunch on this yacht cruise from downtown. Only from the water can you see the city’s skyline and pass right under the Golden Gate Bridge. Load up on both meat and vegetarian entrees, salads, and sweets during your scenic cruise.

Go beyond the movies and gain a deeper understanding of the man behind some of the world’s most beloved animated characters at The Walt Disney Family Museum. Located in San Francisco’s historic Presidio, the museum brings Walt Disney’s life and creative legacy into focus through early cartoons, films, personal stories, and recordings in his own voice. Before you leave, take in sweeping views of San Francisco Bay from the museum’s glass-walled galleries.

Take a journey around San Francisco's top sights in a retro way with this small-group tour by vintage Volkswagen bus, decorated with long eyelashes so you can't miss your tour vehicle. You'll pass by neighborhoods like Chinatown, Union Square, Pacific Heights, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, the Marina, and Hayes Valley, plus see the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Civic Center, and more.

Break up your sightseeing in San Francisco with a unique night out at the legendary Club Fugazi with this pre-booked ticket to the popular “Dear San Francisco” show. Secure your spot to this spectacular romp through the history of the City by the Bay in advance to avoid disappointment, and enjoy 100 minutes of acrobatics, choreography, and original music that tell the story of San Francisco from its founding to today.

Experience a guided tasting of teas sourced from a 100-year-old farm in Uji, Japan. Explore a range of flavors—from traditional matcha to a dessert-style matcha—in a relaxed, approachable setting. This unique activity blends authentic tea culture with a casual vibe, making it perfect for team building, group outings, or a fun activity with friends. Please note the minimum group is 7 and maximum is 15 guests.

Combine a walking tour of San Francisco's historic waterfront with the top tastes of the city on this private adventure. In just a few hours, learn about the area's maritime past, spot sea lions bathing in their natural habitat, visit a hidden fisherman's chapel, and much more. As you explore with your guide, sample San Francisco's culinary gems, from the fresh flavors of Fisherman’s Wharf to the sweet delights of Ghirardelli Square. Leave with your appetite thoroughly satisfied and plenty of local recommendations.

Enjoy easy skip-the-line access to the California Academy of Sciences with this pre-paid ticket. Walk right in to explore the museum's 4-story rainforest, planetarium, and aquarium, plus the new Tiny Chef, Big Impact exhibit celebrating small actions for the planet.

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.

Hop on a '70s-era VW bus and get to know the hippie past and hipster vibe that make up San Francisco today. Starting and ending at Fisherman's Wharf, this sightseeing tour takes you around the city, including Chinatown, North Beach, the Castro, the Mission, downtown and more. See the homes of The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while listening to '60s classics. So settle into a neon-blue seat and dig your shoes into groovy shag carpet. Each bus accommodates up to just six people.

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.

Uncover San Francisco's best produce on this delicious journey through the Ferry Building—accompanied by a guide who shares spots you're likely to miss out on if exploring alone. Sample local meats, cheeses, breads, and chocolate as you learn about the city's vibrant food scene.

Peek behind the scenes at the California Academy of Sciences with VIP tickets to the Thursday NightLife—an adults-only event that proves museums aren’t just for kids. Sip cocktails and nibble hors d'oeuvres at a private reception, then go inside “The Vault” to see glittering gemstones and prehistoric treasures not on view to the general public. You’ll also take a walk on the wild side with express entry to the Osher Rainforest dome and get starry-eyed during a planetarium show.

Immerse yourself in the artistry of Italian cuisine in San Francisco, hosted through Cozymeal. Limited to a small group, this hands-on class with a five-star pasta chef blends refined flavors, traditional recipes and modern presentation. The menu you will prepare includes: - Antipasti with marinated vegetables, cured meats and cheeses - Handmade pasta with slow-simmered beef sauce - Chicken piccata with lemon, pancetta and greens - Grilled peaches with honey and mascarpone cream Learn kneading, rolling, sauce-making and plating techniques while enjoying authentic Italian dishes in an intimate, relaxed setting.

The San Francisco Hard Rock Cafe brings classic cuisine to the Bay Area with a prix-fixe menu, highlighting the diverse heritage of this great American city. Choose a 2- or 3-course menu with your preferred musical theme. Whether you order a cheeseburger, salmon, steak, a half-rack of hickory smoked ribs or a vegetarian option, you're sure to have your appetite sated at this American food-and-music institution.

The Sonoma Valley is one of California’s oldest and most renowned wine regions. On this full-day tour, travel around the Sonoma Valley in a Vintage VW bus and visit award-winning wineries. Learn all about the winemaking process as you tour a wine cave, sample a variety of Californian wines during guided wine tastings (own expense), and tuck into a gourmet Italian-style lunch at a winery restaurant (own expense).

Trade an ordinary night out for melted chocolate, creative candy-making and unforgettable memories in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Alexis. Hosted at a stylish venue in the Bay Area near some of the region’s vibrant food and arts scenes, this experience transforms classic chocolate treats into an interactive culinary adventure. Begin by learning the foundations of chocolate work, from properly melting chocolate to creating smooth textures and beautiful molded candies. Under Chef Alexis’ step-by-step guidance, you’ll craft personalized chocolate candy creations filled with decadent ingredients like fruit, nuts, cocoa powder, butter and nostalgic s’mores fillings. You’ll experiment with flavor combinations, textures and decorative finishes while discovering approachable techniques that make homemade chocolate feel achievable and fun. Expect plenty of tasting, laughter and rich chocolate aromas as you create edible souvenirs that are almost too beautiful to eat.

A stress-free picnic experience with curated food, wine options, games, and all essentials included. Just reserve, pick up, picnic, and drop off..

Discover a bright, social cocktail experience that feels distinctly San Francisco. Hosted inside Gold Bar Distillery’s 1930s Art Deco Pan Am hangar on Treasure Island, this hands-on class pairs creative mixology with sweeping views of the Bay and San Francisco skyline. The experience highlights Pacific House Gin, crafted by Gold Bar Distillery and known for its vibrant botanicals, fresh citrus, and smooth, approachable character. Guests shake, stir, and garnish three colorful cocktails while learning how botanicals shape flavor and balance. One of the moments guests love most is seeing the first cocktail come together, a bright, beautifully balanced drink they just made themselves. Even guests who normally don’t reach for gin often leave surprised by how refreshing and enjoyable these cocktails can be. Getting here is easy, including a scenic six-minute ferry ride from the San Francisco Ferry Building. Pacific House Gin is the Official Gin of Bay FC.

Let’s Do Lunch! A visual feast with San Francisco artists “One of the last havens for artists in the city” - SFGate - During this Behind-the-Scenes Visit, enjoy a homemade, multicultural meal with our creative team. Immerse into this vibrant world of local artists as you explore their studios, gaining insight into their creative process and witnessing firsthand the magic behind their masterpieces. With exclusive access to several installations and intimate conversations with the artists, a chance to meet local luminaries, and perhaps witness spontaneous performances, this cultural encounter offers many surprises. Come connect with fellow travelers and locals in this heartfelt experience of joy and inspiration!