Top California Dining Experiences

Master the art of pairing wine with food and enjoy a delicious meal and four different wines while you're at it with this experience at Williamson Wines. A host will guide you through some of the winery's offerings and bring flavorful wines and dishes to your table that have been carefully selected to pair perfectly.

• World-Class Performers: Experience a rotating cast of top drag talent, each delivering couture, comedy, and charisma in a polished, Vegas-level production. • Fine Dining Meets Fantasy: Enjoy a chef-crafted brunch menu and handcrafted cocktails served tableside in a luxe ballroom setting. • Desert-Chic Ambiance: Nestled inside the Hyatt Palm Springs, the venue pairs mid-century modern style with golden-hour glamour. • Luxury Touches: From pre-show champagne in the lounge to our signature Luxe Fan delivered by a queen herself, every detail is designed to dazzle. • The Ultimate Celebration: Perfect for birthdays, bachelorettes, or weekend indulgence — where laughter, style, and sophistication meet under the desert sun.

Step into the roaring 1920s for The Speakeasy Murder, a thrilling interactive dinner show in Buena Park, CA. Enjoy a delightful three-course meal while unraveling a captivating whodunit surrounded by colorful characters and live music. This family-friendly event offers intimate seating, audience-decided endings, and hidden clues at every table, ensuring an unforgettable night of mystery and laughter. Perfect for adults, families, and aspiring detectives alike, this PG-13 show promises a mix of suspense and entertainment in just two hours. - Interactive murder mystery dinner in a glamorous 1920s setting - Three-course prix fixe dinner with multiple entrée options - Audience participation with no forced involvement - Family-friendly fun, suitable for ages 12 and up

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.

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 Winery Experience of the Year Finalist by Wine Enthusiast. Enter the dark, mysterious, stylish space and find yourself transported to a cosmopolitan oasis. We forge your way off the beaten path, seek interesting varietals and blend them together to make wines that are approachable and thought-provoking. You won’t find another place like it in Napa.

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.

Have dinner with panoramic city views on a San Francisco Bay supper club cruise. Spend time on the water with the twinkling city skyline as your backdrop. Take in the views and enjoy the sea breeze on the exterior decks, cut loose on the dance floor with a DJ spinning top 40 hits, and enjoy a buffet dinner with classic American and international dishes on the menu.

Roll through Northern California’s famous wine country on the renowned Napa Valley Wine Train. Pass charming towns like Rutherford and St. Helena, and soak up the scenery of rolling hills, vineyards, and estates through large picture windows on the trip. Explore the restored vintage train cars, and then take a seat for a gourmet lunch or dinner freshly prepared by the train’s acclaimed on-board restaurant.

Discover the natural and manmade beauty of 17-Mile Drive on an electric bike tour from Pacific Grove. The e-bike allows you to cover more ground without getting worn out. The tour is great for the whole family, with the option to ride tandem with children weighing up to 120 lbs (54 kgs). Along the way, learn about the area from your guide and make stops at impressive viewpoints.

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.

This unique and intimate dinner cruise in Marina del Rey has earned hundreds of 5-star reviews on other platforms. Enjoy stunning scenic views, close encounters with local wildlife, and a personalized surprise menu tailored to adventurous guests. With exceptional service and a cozy atmosphere, this experience promises a truly memorable evening on the water.

Look for whales as they migrate through the waters of the Pacific Ocean off of California on this whale-watching cruise from Monterey. Your naturalist guide shares commentary about the whales and their habitat as you search for gray whales (most common), humpback and blue whales, and other marine life such as dolphins and sea lions during your cruise.

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.

Experience a unique French-Californian cooking class in a stunning Southern California coastal home with Ann and Rick. This warm, food-loving couple brings a wealth of culinary knowledge from travels and training, blending classic French techniques with fresh Californian produce. Savor the joy of cooking and dining with locals who love to entertain in style, just minutes from the Ritz Carlton and Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point.

Say goodbye to the glitz of Palm Springs, and step back in time to simpler days, with an experience you won't find anywhere else. Leave behind modernity for a true eco-adventure, hopping on a mule-drawn covered wagon through the Sonoran Desert. With a naturalist leading your way, explore the vast landscapes of the Coachella Valley, returning to the ranch for music, yard games, barbecue, dancing, campfire marshmallows, and desert views under the stars.

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.

When in Napa Valley, wine tasting is a must. Join a small group of wine enthusiasts to sample several different varieties, and, as you sip, learn all about how to pair it with different cuisines. At the first stop, a tasting room, enjoy your wine with expertly paired snacks, then continue your experience at a restaurant, where you can opt to order a meal (own expense). Thanks to the intimate group size, there's plenty of time to ask questions and get personal attention from your guide.

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.

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?

Tasting some of the best food in Los Angeles isn't just about experiencing the local cuisine, but learning about the dynamic food culture that's emerging in Downtown LA. On this foodie-friendly walking tour, you taste creations at a few standout downtown eateries. Start walking from Pershing Square, enjoy your guide's live narration about LA and Hollywood history, and hear about the local food scene while you explore.

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.

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.