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On our Secret Food Tours: San Diego, you'll walk into Gaslamp while enjoying dishes with influences from Mexico to the Far East. Your guide will take you on a mouth-watering food journey exploring diverse cuisine that has evolved over generations. Feast on the freshest fish Taco, the Melt Burger, sweets and of course our delicious Secret Dish! At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of San Diego's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of our culture and history. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
Experience the first Filipino restaurant in the heart of San Diego and savor the flavors that set them apart.
Savor a classic California Burger, with flavors that linger long after the first bite.
The Gaslamp Quarter is a historic neighborhood located in downtown San Diego, California. It's known for its picturesque streets filled with Victorian and Renaissance architecture, as well as its lively cultural and dining scene.
A visit to this coastal city wouldn't be complete without the iconic California style burrito.
Learn of the delicacy of this unique coffee with the fresh aroma and strong flavors that bring out the tiger in you
San Diego is the birthplace of the Baja Taco
End with San Diegos official recipe of old fashion ice cream
Private San Diego Food Tour with Tacos, Burgers & Desserts lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $209 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.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
The meeting point is We will meet at The Lumpia Factory 423 F St, San Diego, CA 92101.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Please be informed that we can accommodate baby strollers, however it will be difficult in one of our stop. Should you have any question, please do not hesitate to contact us prior to booking your tour.
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
We had a phenomenal time with Doug! Awesome tour guide with lots of local facts and recommendations. Book him for your next tour.
A city often reveals itself through its food. We’re glad the tour helped make that connection practical and easy to follow. You’re always welcome to discover another Secret Food Tours worldwide!
This is well worth it! The food is great and, the stories about the city makes this experience worth your time! Our guide knew his staff and made our tour enjoyable! Do this!
Thank you for the feedback! We’re happy our tour made room for both food and insight into the area. You’re always invited to join another Secret Food Tours in our many cities.
Doug did an amazing job! He had great stories about the different areas we visited and even showed us a few hidden gems. The food was delicious. Everyone in our group had a different favorite which I thought was pretty awesome! Great time was had by all in our family (from 9 years old to 76)!
Thank you for sharing such kind words. We always aim to create moments that give guests a true sense of place. We look forward to seeing you again in one of our 100+ Secret Food Tours cities worldwide!
We often book a food tour at the beginning of our time in a new city. This tour did not disappoint! Our host and guide was fun, friendly, informative AND a great singer! The gas lamp area is colourful with so many great restaurants, old architecture, fun stories and welcoming people. A must see to walk around! The only things I’d suggest for change may be the smash burger place (not great) and maybe asking the restaurant reps to acknowledge us or just say Hi to us. A couple places made me feel like our group was a hassle rather than welcomed. Reoyne (sp?) is lovely. Ask for him!
We appreciate your kind feedback. We’re happy the tour offered more than just good food and gave you insight into the local scene. Join us again in one of Secret Food Tours’ many global destinations!
Richard was our guide and he was very knowledgeable! The food was wonderful. He sent us a list of the places we went and the food we tried after so we can go back if we want to. Great tour and will try it in other cities as well.
Thank you for being such a wonderful guest. Whether it’s local delicacies or the stories they carry, we aim to make each moment memorable. Secret Food Tours would be happy to guide you again in one of our 100+ cities worldwide!
Doug was the best! His tour was very informative about the behind the scenes history of San Diego and it's food scene. Highly recommend!!
We’re so grateful you joined us—thank you! Uncovering local eats with great company is what we love. And with Secret Food Tours happening in over 100 cities, there’s plenty more to taste.
Doug was a fabulous tour guide. He was so knowledgeable of the area &!its history. Also so personable and had a great sense of humor. Thoroughly enjoyed our tour & would highly recommend!
Thank you so much for joining our tour and for your kind feedback! It’s always exciting to see guests embrace local flavors and culture through our guides like Doug. Let’s do it again—100+ cities are waiting!
Good food! Food was delicious. Lumpia was good and the Melt Burger was spectacular. Cali ice cream was a favorite. Our guide Sydney did her best to make us comfortable. She was knowledgeable and friendly!
Really appreciate your kind words. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and we’re so glad you enjoyed it. Hope to see you again sometime!
Really enjoyed our tour with Richard! Great food and walking views of San Diego! Had a group of 12 and we navigated comfortably- loved the variety of locations and cuisines.
A city's culture lives in its food, and we’re so happy you got to experience it with us! Thank you for your kind words—we’d love to take you on another mouthwatering adventure in one of our 100+ destinations worldwide.
Richard was the most amazing tour guide. I think I've ever had. I've already asked 8 friends to do another one. We will be requesting Richard and I definitely will go at the 1 PM one because it was quiet, not too crowded. And we could sit down at every restaurant. Richard gave so much information, probably more than he should have. Which was totally amazing. I learned things about buildings, the city, everything that I just never knew. He was kind, he was courteous. He got our food so quickly. Maybe it was amazing. He is a very informative, very kind.It smiled throughout the whole time. I would definitely recommend him and I've already told several friends who have called me to ask my review. They've got to call you guys and request richard, how so lutheo. Thank you for having by family and I on your tour.
Thank you for your thoughtful words! We love bringing people together through food, and we’re so happy you enjoyed your time with us.
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