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Tours/San Francisco/SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr

SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr

4.8(174)San Francisco1 hour
VIATOR4.7(33)TRIPADVISOR4.9(141)
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
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SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr

At a glance

Duration
1 hour
Price from
$115 / person
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 174 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Meet your guide outside and look for the Stretchy Pants logo.
Confirmation
Instant

Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in San Francisco

Description

Embark on a culinary expedition in Chinatown, where the origins of the fortune cookie come to life, a myriad of dim sum and tea await your palate, and the stories of Chinese immigrants unfold. This delectable 3-hour experience introduces you to the local community and immerses you in the energetic pulse of the nation's most historic Chinatown. HIGHLIGHTS: + Full meal provided + Intimate group settings + Explore the hidden alleyways of Chinatown + Immerse in tales from the Gold Rush era + Enjoy premium bubble tea + Savor a time-honored pastry from a local bakery + Step inside the fortune cookie factory + Relish a grand dim sum spread + Delve deep into the world of Chinese tea (30-min) + Sample authentic Cantonese-style duck + Welcoming kids 8+; please inquire about younger This journey offers a profound immersion into Chinatown's lively essence for both the well-traveled and the inquisitive locals. Book your experience today!

Tour Options

Chinatown Food Tour
  • Chinatown Dim Sum & Tea Tour Full Chinese Meal and Tea

Itinerary

20 min

We dive fork-first into the heart of Chinatown with a Dim Sum feast that's oh-so-delish! As we munch and crunch, we'll chat about the exciting tales of America's eldest Chinatown, setting the perfect tone for our Chinatown food tour. Bring an appetite and curiosity!

20 min

Next, we journey to the magical world of the fortune cookie factory. Let's sample a cookie (or five) and see if our fortune predicts a food coma!

20 min

After refreshing ourselves with the town’s freshest bubble tea, we delve deep into Chinatown’s storied alleyways. Here we uncover tales of the notorious gambling block, sailors, 10-cent haircuts, and dreams of a new world, adding layers to our culinary exploration.

20 min

The adventure intensifies as we visit a heritage bakery for a Chinese snack. The location is subject to change, but we always have a pastry!

Pass by

We marvel at a church that stood standing after the 1906 earthquake.

20 min

If it’s sunny, we picnic in the park; if not, we cozy up in a local restaurant nearby. Either way, we taste local Cantonese flavor.

Admission included30 min

At a nostalgic tea shop, we sip, slurp, and learn in this 30-minute tea tasting. Here we delve into the magical benefits of tea.

Highlights

Local guide
Afternoon tea
Lunch
Snacks
Beverages
All activities
Food tasting

What's included

Included
Local guide
Afternoon tea
Lunch
Snacks
Beverages
All activities
Food tasting
Not included
Drinks

Traveller Ratings

4.8
174 reviews
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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Not recommended for limited mobility

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 7 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $115 per person for this San Francisco 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 this tour 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 Meet your guide outside and look for the Stretchy Pants logo. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is this tour 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 10 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Not recommended for limited mobility

Reviews(174)

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Randy_C
September 7, 2026
China Town awesome tour

Really great tour of China Town, learned a great deal about San Francisco and got to eat some great food, drink some good tea. Great tour guide very knowledgeable about China Town and San Francisco

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John_M
August 19, 2026
The Ups and Downs of a SFO China Town Food Tour (very steep hills)!

This was a fantastic walking tour -- even for someone with mobility issues. Our guide, Robert, took that into consideration and made sure that I and everyone in our group was comfortable. All of the food we ate was delicious! The tea tasting was very interesting and the final touch of freshly made mango mochi was icing on the cake. The hills of San Francisco were challenging for me (many orthopedic issues) but, like I said, Robert took care of me. He's a doll and I told him that I'd do it all over again because it was such a great experience. He's the reason for that.

5
59archanad
August 8, 2026
Must see experience

We had an amazing tour with our guide Ginger! She was wonderful, kept us on track and told us a lot of interesting facts about Chinatown. The food choices were amazing - they even accommodated vegetarians- and we left feeling full and happy. It seems like a lot of food but as we walked around so much it helped digest it quite quickly 😊

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350lorie
August 1, 2026
Spectacular!!

Dale was a fantastic guide! We loved the stories, history, and the food was great! All this, along with, how the fortune cookies are made, specialty boba tea, and tea tasting at the tea house made this our favorite walking your so far! Thank you!!

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stephaniefA3953NT
July 25, 2026
A really great experience - yummy Chinatown tour

This was a really great experience. Our family loved it. The food was delicious, and we really enjoyed the tea experience. The guide was very interesting and kind, and we would recommend this as a must-do for anyone going to San Francisco. Will have to try one of the their other ones when we go back!

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J154MEjosephz
July 19, 2026
Interesting tour of food in China town

Very nice tour. The guide, Ginger was interesting and informative. The first 30 minutes was a Dim Sum sampler lunch. It was good but I felt rushed. The stop for tea sampling was fun. The proprietor was interesting and funny. I wish there was a specific itinerary so we would know what we would be doing, for how long, and in what order. I would recommend.

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Michael_M_72207
July 3, 2026
Fun family tour!

My family had a great tour with Robin. It was very fun and informative, and Robin was great with my tween, and I recommend the tour for kids. Lots of good food and good information. Highly recommended.

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hiltjud
June 6, 2026
Dale from Stretchy Pants is the best SF guide

Our guide Dale knows Chinatown well and had lots of interesting stories to tell along the way, but he also knows delicious food which made this tour really enjoyable. We ate absolutely everything and loved every minute of the tour. Highly recommended!

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mnpember
May 26, 2026
Great food and learned a lot!

Fantastic experience- great food and knowledgeable tour guide.

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SusieinMO
April 18, 2026
Worth it!

Very nice! We started with a full Dim Sum lunch, could have ended at that point. Robert was our guide, and a resident of the neighborhood. We visited the Fortune Cookie Factory, a boba tea spot, a restaurant with (our guide’s opinion) the best Peking Duck and most delicious green beans. Finished with an informative tea tea tasting (very educational) and a stop at a bakery where we were served a delicious mango moochi. Highly recommend.

$115/ person
4.8(174)
Duration1 hour
LanguagesEN
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Travellers1–10 pax
ConfirmationInstant
OperatorStretchy Pants LLC
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