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East Side Libations
Great experience overall. Food was great and Stefan was very personable and entertaining.
Downtown Food and Drink Tour: Libations on the East Side
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $99 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 87 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Please meet in the middle of the park by the large spheres! See ya soon!
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Discover San Diego’s most evolving foodie neighborhood the East Village. Previously a warehouse district, the East Village is now home to an array of eclectic eateries, award winning restaurants, breweries, and cocktail bars. Now bordered by the bay and unified by the famous Petco Park the East Village is becoming one of the best neighborhoods for worldwide local cuisine. Throughout this tour you will learn about the evolution of San Diego’s culinary underground and how an area loaded with warehouses and factories like Wonderbread became the “new downtown” in San Diego, while eating and drinking some of the best booze, food, and brews San Diego has to offer. -Walk into 4-5 local restaurants, cocktail bars, and breweries -Eat an eclectic variety of cuisine from award winning michelin restaurants, cocktail bars and unique breweries -Sip on multiple libations -Local Tour Guide -Learn how an area filled with warehouses and factories turned into the hot spot for local eateries
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meet our experienced local guide in San Diego's East Village. Your group will get a chance to know each other and your local guide will give you an overview of your adventure. While walking to the restaurants in the neighborhood, you will get an insider's look into the history and transformation of the East Village and immerse yourself in the food scene of San Diego's "new downtown". At each stop, you will taste some of San Diego's award winning cuisine at eclectic local restaurants, sip on some craft cocktails and enjoy some of San Diego's prize-winning craft beer. After the tour is over feel free to ask your guide about any insider information on what to eat and drink in San Diego. Tastings throughout the tour are subject to change.
Highlights
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Dinner
What's included
Included
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Dinner
Traveller Ratings
4.9
87 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- There will be vegetarian options however we cannot promise food options for vegan or gluten-free diets and life threatening allergies.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Downtown Food and Drink Tour: Libations on the East Side take?
Downtown Food and Drink Tour: Libations on the East Side lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Downtown Food and Drink Tour: Libations on the East Side cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this San Diego experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Downtown Food and Drink Tour: Libations on the East Side for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please meet in the middle of the park by the large spheres! See ya soon! . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Downtown Food and Drink Tour: Libations on the East Side offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(87)
L
So much fun!
Stefan was great! We had an amazing time
K
Life changing
Everything was amazing, Stefan our guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable about the food, history of the location, and people of the area. The group was very small so we were all able to cut up and get to know one another. If you are considering this tour, I would highly recommend it, the food will change your life.
Operator response
Thank you so much and we really appreciate the review! I am so happy to hear you enjoyed the food and hope to see you on another tour in the future.
3
An amazing food tour
The tour was fantastic. Stefan was an excellent tour guide. We went to two different restaurants and a brewery At the end we had dessert. The tour was organized very nicely. Stefan is very knowledgeable about the restaurants in the areas we went to. He is also an expert on the different drinks that we had. He knew the history of the area we toured. If I had an questions or concerns, he answered all my questions with great efficiency. I would definitely take a tour with this company again. Not only did I learn about the restaurants but the history of the area as well.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review!
K
Loved this tour. Stefan...
Loved this tour. Stefan was great, and the food, so good! Will definitely go through his tours again when we are in town.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed it and looking forward to seeing you agan in the future!
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San Diego is Food and Beverage!
Stefan our tour guide is a living walking book of knowledge and so entertaining! The food choices was superb paired with a few drinks. The guy knows everybody and felt like a long lost friend showing you around his community. I would do another tour next time in San Diego!
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review! We pride oursleves on supporting local and really being part of the community and highlighting some of the best food the neighborhood has to offer! Thank you again and I am so glad you enjoyed your experience.
E
Excellent San Diego food tour
The East Side tour was a fun, memorable evening. The food & drinks we sampled were delicious and well-chosen, like the drunken noodles from Sovereign Thai and the mezcal margarita from Casa Octavio. I especially appreciated Stefan’s insight about the local community and hearing the stories behind the restaurants we visited. Stefan is a friendly, engaging & knowledgeable guide. I’d book another tour with this company and hope to do so in the future.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review! We are so happy you enjoyed the tour and restaurants! Thanks so much again and we hope to see you on another tour in the future!
R
Great Tour! Entertaining and Educational
Fantastic group tour! Our guide selected great spots for both food & drinks, created a fun environment throughout and provided an educational element that elevated the experience for us.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review! Food, drinks, and fun is our speciality! We really appreciate the support and hope to see you on another tour in the future!
C
Must do food tour
Stefan was great and each place we went to offered fantastic food. Beware these are not tapas bites, but a regular serving. You will be full. Definitely something you must do if in San Diego.
Operator response
Hi! Thank you so much for the review and we are so happy you enjoyed the tour! We try to make sure all of our guests are full with a smile at the end of the tour! We appreciate it and hope to see you on another tour in the future!
A
Food and drink variety was fantastic!
Great experience and great food options, even off menu items. Appreciate the tour guide’s knowledge of the area as well.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review! We want each tour to be memorable and special and that includes sometimes trying a fine new bite! Thanks again and hope to see you on another tour in the future!
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