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Food walks in San Francisco

The best San Francisco food tours

Chinatown, North Beach and Little Italy, and the Mission, with what you eat on each walk: here are the food tours worth booking, with honest advice on what is included, the price per person and which guide suits you.

By the Things to Do in San Francisco editorial team 6 tours compared Prices checked 22 October 2026

See our 6 picks
Steamed dim sum buns with tea and dipping sauce
Short answer

The best San Francisco food tour for most people is the three-hour Chinatown culinary walk. It includes all the tastings, with dim sum, from about €75. For Italian food, pick the North Beach walk at the same price. Tips are extra on every tour.

Our 6 San Francisco food tours

Five walks in Chinatown and North Beach, then one in the Mission with weaker reviews.

San Francisco food tours compared

San Francisco food tours compared
TourFromDurationGroup sizeWho it suitsWhy we picked it
Chinatown culinary walk 4.8 (305)€75
per person		3 hoursUp to 14First-timersThe most-reviewed food tour in the city: 4.8 from 305 reviews.
North Beach and Little Italy food walk 4.8 (213)€75
per person		3 hoursUp to 14Italian food and coffee fansThe top Little Italy walk: 4.8 from 213 reviews.
Chinatown and North Beach combined walk 4.8 (192)€84
per person		4 hoursUp to 14History fans with time to spareBoth neighborhoods in one go: 4.8 from 192 reviews.
Chinatown food and history walk 4.9 (34)€76
per person		2.5 hoursUp to 12Small-group fansThe highest-rated Chinatown walk: 4.9 from 34 reviews.
Little Italy and Chinatown five-tasting walk 4.6 (24)€76
per person		3 hoursPrivate optionCurious eatersFive tastings across two areas: 4.6 from 24 reviews.
Mission District food and history walk 3.8 (11)€88
per person		3.5 hoursNot statedVisitors who want Mexican food and muralsThe only Mission food tour we list, rated 3.8 from 11 reviews.

  • Chinatown culinary walk

    €75 per person3 hours 4.8 (305)

    More details
    Group size
    Up to 14
    Who it suits
    First-timers
    Why we picked it
    The most-reviewed food tour in the city: 4.8 from 305 reviews.

  • North Beach and Little Italy food walk

    €75 per person3 hours 4.8 (213)

    More details
    Group size
    Up to 14
    Who it suits
    Italian food and coffee fans
    Why we picked it
    The top Little Italy walk: 4.8 from 213 reviews.

  • Chinatown and North Beach combined walk

    €84 per person4 hours 4.8 (192)

    More details
    Group size
    Up to 14
    Who it suits
    History fans with time to spare
    Why we picked it
    Both neighborhoods in one go: 4.8 from 192 reviews.

  • Chinatown food and history walk

    €76 per person2.5 hours 4.9 (34)

    More details
    Group size
    Up to 12
    Who it suits
    Small-group fans
    Why we picked it
    The highest-rated Chinatown walk: 4.9 from 34 reviews.

  • Little Italy and Chinatown five-tasting walk

    €76 per person3 hours 4.6 (24)

    More details
    Group size
    Private option
    Who it suits
    Curious eaters
    Why we picked it
    Five tastings across two areas: 4.6 from 24 reviews.

  • Mission District food and history walk

    €88 per person3.5 hours 3.8 (11)

    More details
    Group size
    Not stated
    Who it suits
    Visitors who want Mexican food and murals
    Why we picked it
    The only Mission food tour we list, rated 3.8 from 11 reviews.

None of the 6 includes hotel pickup: you meet on site. All 6 offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Prices and ratings as shown on GetYourGuide on 22 October 2026. Prices are "from" prices in euros and can change; the booking page shows the live price.

Which San Francisco walking food tour is right for you?

For a first visit, take the Chinatown culinary walk. It has the most reviews and includes all tastings.

If you would rather find your own places, look for the best food in San Francisco, area by area.

  • First-timers: the Chinatown culinary walk, 3 hours, from €75.
  • Big eaters: the combined Chinatown and North Beach walk, 4 hours, from €84.
  • Night owls: no tour we list runs only at night. Check the booking pages for later start times.
  • History fans: the Chinatown food and history walk, 2.5 hours, up to 12 people, from €76.

Ratings and review counts

All ratings here come from GetYourGuide. The three most-booked walks have 190 to 305 reviews each. The Mission walk has 11 reviews and the lowest rating, 3.8.

Chinatown food tours

Chinatown has the most food tours in the city. On these walks you eat dim sum, learn about Chinese teas and get a fortune cookie from the cookie factory. The longer walk also visits herb shops and an old bakery.

To plan the rest of the area, see our Chinatown and North Beach guide.

More guides on food in San Francisco

North Beach and Little Italy food tours

North Beach is the Italian food tour area. The Little Italy walk starts at 480 Columbus Avenue and takes 3 hours. Typical tastings are fresh coffee and locally made pizza, plus chocolate, bread and olive oil.

Mission District food tours

One Mission food tour is listed, and its reviews are mixed: 3.8 from 11. It starts at Mission San Francisco de Asís, and entry is included. You taste foods such as tamales, tortillas and tacos.

Combined Chinatown and North Beach walks

Two walks cover Chinatown and North Beach in one go. The 4-hour walk is the fullest. The 3-hour five-tasting walk is shorter and adds a surprise dish.

Start times vary by date. Check the booking page for evening slots.

Prices, diets and booking

San Francisco food tours cost from €75 to €88 per person. Food and the guide are included on all six. Tips are extra on every one.

Transport and hotel pickup are not included. The Mission walk includes entry to the old mission.

Ask the tour company about allergies before you book. The booking details we checked say nothing about special diets.

Group sizes vary. The Chinatown food and history walk takes up to 12 people. All six can be cancelled up to 24 hours ahead for a full refund.

Food tour or free walking tour?

We list no free food tours. A food tour costs money because the tastings are part of it. If you want a free day, walk the same streets on your own and buy snacks as you go.

To walk Chinatown on your own, start at the Dragon Gate on Grant Avenue.

Tips for San Francisco food tours

  1. Come hungry

    Most tours serve many small dishes. Skip a big meal before you go.

  2. Bring cash for the tip

    Tips are not included on any of the six tours.

  3. Tell them about allergies

    Message the tour company before you book if you have a special diet.

  4. Keep the refund option

    All six can be cancelled up to 24 hours ahead for a full refund.

San Francisco food tours: questions and answers

What does a San Francisco food tour cost per person?
From €75 to €88 per person for the six tours we list. The food is included. Tips are extra.

Can a food tour handle dietary restrictions?
It may. The booking details we checked say nothing about it, so contact the tour company before you book.

How big are the groups?
It depends on the tour. The Chinatown food and history walk takes up to 12 people. Check each booking page for the others.

Is a tip extra?
Yes. Tips are not included on any of the six tours we list.

Which food tour is best for kids?
The 2.5-hour Chinatown food and history walk is the shortest, so it suits kids best. Not every walk suits everyone: the five-tasting walk is not suited to wheelchair users.

How much food is served on a food tour?
It depends on the walk. The five-tasting walk serves five or more dishes, and the Mission walk two tastings. The Chinatown and North Beach walks serve many small tastings, so skip a big meal before you go.

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Facts checked on 23 October 2026 against: GetYourGuide: Chinatown Culinary Walking Tour · GetYourGuide: North Beach and Little Italy Food Tour · GetYourGuide: Mission District Food & History Walking Tour.

Written by the Things to Do in San Francisco editorial team.