Carlsbad Food Tour
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Carlsbad, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Savor the distinctive flavors of Carlsbad Village with a food and walking tour of the scenic seaside gem. Get an insider’s look at the culinary scene, local history, and landmarks as you explore with knowledgeable guides and enjoy six gourmet tastings. Sample luscious desserts and unique specialty foods, and season your experience with behind-the-scenes stories about Carlsbad Village’s vibrant gourmet culture, hippest restaurants, and cutting-edge artisanal products.
- Enjoy foodie fare at six beloved locations during a food tour of Carlsbad Village
- Sample local cuisine and rich desserts
- Get an insider's look at the town's thriving food culture
- Small-group tour ensures a personalized experience
Sample Menu
Starter
bruschetta al pomodoro
fresh chopped tomatoes, olive oil and garlic over toasted bread
Main
Gnocchi alla vodka
potato dumplings served in a pink creamy vodka sauce and mushrooms
Dessert
Artisan Donut
Brown Butter Donut
Main
Al Pastor Tacos
Freshly Grilled Pork Pastor w/ Cilantro, Onions & a touch of Pineapple.
Main
Crepes
Supreme Crepe Brie, Bacon, mozzarella, Spinach, Tomato (Buckwheat GF batter)
Dessert
Gelato
Gelato is the traditional Italian Ice Cream. The word “gelato” comes from the Latin word “gelatus” meaning “frozen.”
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Food tastings: 2-3 Savory & 1-2 Desserts
- Professional guide
- Walking Tour
- Gratuities
- Transportation
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- State Street & Grand AvenueState St & Grand Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
We meet at the northwest corner of State and Grand near the fountain. You should see a giant multi-colored beach chair, make yourself comfortable. Parking is available at the Carlsbad Village Train Station 2775 State Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.11:30 am
Itinerary
1
Cicciotti's Trattoria Italiana & Seafood
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Village Kabob Mediterranean Grill
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Fresco Cocina
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Señor Grubby's
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Froglanders Crepes & Yogurt
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Service animals allowed
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Dress code is smart casual
- Near public transportation
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Infants must sit on laps
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
4.9
based on 527 reviews
Lisa, Apr 2026
Great way to get familiar with the area and local foods. The tour length was perfect and really took advantage of the local gods and history
Linda_B, Apr 2026
We had a great food tour. The guide was excellent, all his food choices were delicious and he was so knowledgeable about not just the food, but the history of the town.
Michael_L, Mar 2026
Our Carlsbad food tour with guide David was a trip highlight. The connection was immediate from the moment we met him. When he learned we'd already visited two spots on the planned route, he adapted without missing a beat.
The stops ranged from Village Kabob's whipped tzatziki and light dolmathes to housemade pasta at Chiotti's. Then craft beer and lively energy at Pizza Port, standout tacos al pastor with a unique serrano chile salsa at Señor Grubby's, and exceptional gelato at GelatoLove. And I had no idea that phyllo flakes are what put Dubai chocolate over the top?!
Along the way we met owners, bartenders, and a limoncello maestro; all of whom made the experience a genuinely personal introduction to the interesting people making the food scene a reality in this coastal village.
More than just a tasting, it was a window into the community and character of Carlsbad. We left full and informed on history. Ready to book the restaurants on David's must-visit list.
Loved it. Thank you David!
Laura_B, Mar 2026
Our guide was excellent! My only negative was that I think there should only be one sweet and that should be the donuts. They were amazing!!
Beverly_J, Mar 2026
David was exceptional, knowledgeable & very personal. The tour was well organized & each restaurant had excellent food.
Marisol_W, Feb 2026
Skip your breakfast, you will have plenty of food. Variety of dishes from savory to sweet.
Ed, our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time!
Diane_C, Feb 2026
We had a wonderful experience on our Carlsbad food tour. The food was delicious, and Ed "Dirt" Adams was a great tour guide. He was knowledgable about Carlsbad and seemed to know everyone pretty well - we could tell he loved the area. There were fourteen guests in our party and Dirt made everyone feel that this was a personal tour. I would highly recommend this tour.
Candace_H, Jan 2026
This was an amazing experience! This was actually our second time doing this food tour with Ben and we enjoyed every minute of it! It was very informative with Ben explaining the history of the city, the various artworks we saw and the restaurants we went to. It was all short walking distance from each place but we still got our steps in! The food was amazing and all from local restaurants, which we enjoyed getting a local taste of Carlsbad. We highly recommend this tour to all of our friends and we will probably do it for a third time in the future!
William_B, Jan 2026
More than food. Great history of Carlsbad!! Well paced so that there is walking after a heavier tasting.
RonaldJ_Z, Jan 2026
Ed was a fabulous guide who was knowledgeable about the history of Carlsbad. Very interesting tour featuring delicious local eateries. Highly recommend this experience!
Dennis_M, Jan 2026
Great food and the guide was excellent and had great historical stories. The savory crepe and meatballs and pasta were terrific
Sandy_S, Nov 2025
This is my 3rd time going on the food tour with David and he never disappoints! Not only do we visit several great restaurants, brewery and wine bar, but we get to learn so much about Carlsbad's history along the way. I highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting and even locals!
Scott_F, Nov 2025
Kim was great. Knew the history of the area. Well spoken. She is local herself. Really enjoyed the food!
Carol_G, Oct 2025
David was excellent as a tour guide! The food was delicious and we learned so much of the history of Carlsbad.
Michael_B, Oct 2025
Loved the history along with the intimate knowledge of the Restaraunt owners.definitely recommend to first time visitors of the Village.
Krista_J, Oct 2025
Dave was an excellent tour guide! He was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the history of Carlsbad. He recommended some delicious restaurants that we enjoyed throughout our trip. Thank you Dave! See you next year!
Kimberly_B, Oct 2025
Great tour guide (Kim), Kim took care of everything- she served our food, and made sure we were comfortable at all times. fun atmosphere, relaxing and informative history about Carlsbad. The food was delicious and we were Introduced to some new food spots!
Anonymous, Oct 2025
The tour was fun and informative. The food was excellent and the variety was great. Overall I feel this was a good value.
Philip_R, Aug 2025
Don't miss this! Dave was great as was the food and wine. If you are anywhere near Carlsbad, take this tour
Lisa_S, Aug 2025
Dirt was exceptional. Very informative and entertaining. Food was delicious and plentiful. Highly recommend!!
Cynthia_W, Aug 2025
This was such a nice tour. Ed was our guide and he was quite informative regarding the establishments we visited and the surrounding area. The food was delicious and the wine was awesome. The only negative for us was the difficulty for my disabled spouse walking between establishments. We missed a lot of the discussion from Ed. But this was not his fault. Just wanted to let others know there is at least 3 long blocks of walking between each place.
Mari_H, Aug 2025
We had a great time
Ed/Dirt was great and informative and the chosen food locations/restaurants were very good
We had so much fun
lois_p, Jul 2025
Good food and great history lesson from your guide David. He is very knowledgeable and engaging. I would recommend this tour to anyone.
Christine_K, Jul 2025
Wear comfortable shoes and be hungry and it’s so much fun!! Our tour guide Ed Adams aka “Dirt” was so knowledgeable and funny!!
Blanca_P, Jul 2025
It wasn’t just a food experience as our guide David educated us on the history of the town of Carlsbad. My husband and I loved the entire tour.
Lisa_L, Jul 2025
So much fun! Tour guide, David, was extremely personable. He was also very knowledgeable about the history of Carlsbad. Food and drinks were great!
Lachlan_J, Jun 2025
Super fun tour! We tried tons of delicious food and had a great time hanging with our guide, Ed. He knew tons about Carlsbad and its restaurants and was very fun to hang with! My only complaint is that I wanted more wine…
Michael_A, Jun 2025
The tour was amazing!! Our tour guide, David, did an exceptional job. All of the food/wine tastings were delicious. Also, our guide, gave an extensive and very interesting description about the history of the City of Carlsbad, including narrations about the architecture of buildings and sites.
Jill_T, Apr 2025
Great variety of local food options with a very knowledgeable tour guide. Ben shared many great stories and tidbits about the history of Carlsbad! Would absolutely recommend!
Cally_S, Apr 2025
Ed was the best tour guide!! He knew so much about the town and its history. The stops on the tour were so tasty. It was so fun!
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