Exclusive North Beach Food Tour in San Francisco
Avital Tours, Inc
5.0
Hanna_M
43 days ago
I absolutely loved this walking food tour through North Beach! From the moment we met Nikki, our incredible guide, it felt like we were reconnecting with an old friend. Her warmth, humor, and deep knowledge of the neighborhood made the experience unforgettable. Every stop was thoughtfully chosen — from hidden gems to iconic bites — and the food was phenomenal.
What really set this tour apart was the vibe: casual, fun, and full of great conversation. Nikki effortlessly brought our group together, and by the end, it felt like we were all longtime friends sharing stories over delicious plates. I especially appreciated the personal touches — from dog talk to travel tips to local restaurant recommendations (can’t wait to try Italico and explore The Mission next!).
This isn’t just a food tour — it’s a celebration of community, culture, and connection. If you're looking for something special in San Francisco, this is it. I’ll be recommending it to everyone I know and can’t wait to join another tour soon. Thank you, Nikki and the Avital team, for such a memorable experience!
Go behind the scenes of North Beach’s food scene on this insider food walking tour. Your expert guide will lead you on an easy afternoon walk to popular and hidden spots that only locals know about to enjoy hearty food tastings. Visit 4 restaurants for a four course progressive meal where you'll be seated inside of the restaurants (2 appetizers, 1 entree, 1 dessert) Tastings may include wood-fired pizza or pinsa or arancini or cioppino (a San Francisco invented seafood stew) Eggplant parmesan or California gelato or tiramisu. You'll hear the stories of restaurant owners, learn local tips, and hear stories about this neighborhood’s interesting history, from the Gold Rush to the Prohibition era to today. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring a more personalized experience.
Departure Point
- All Weekday 3PM Tours, Saturday 11AM & 3PM Tours and Sunday Morning Tours – Meet in front of the Italian Athletic Club – 1630 Stockton Street
- All Weekday 3PM Tours, Saturday 11AM & 3PM Tours and Sunday Morning Tours – Meet in front of the Italian Athletic Club – 1630 Stockton Street
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Jackson SquareMeet in the Jackson Square neighborhood – a 10-minute walk from Downtown San Francisco – in the late afternoon to start your walking tour. Come hungry, as you’ll be getting lots of food on this 3-hour tour, which follows a flat, easy route. Following your expert local guide, delve behind the scenes of Little Italy’s food and restaurant scene, hearing fascinating historical facts and stories along the way, like how this neighborhood was once part of the Barbary Coast – San Francisco’s red-light district in the 1800s during the California Gold Rush. You'll also visit hidden Prohibition-era tunnels where booze was smuggled into the city.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: North BeachSan Francisco, CaliforniaThough you’ll learn a lot of interesting history, this tour is about the food. Enjoy a cheese tasting at a trendy wine bar. Then indulge in an Italian wood-fired pizza made in the oldest pizza oven on the West Coast; built in 1935, this treasured tool was copied by Wolfgang Puck at Spago and Alice Waters at Chez Panisse. Pop into a gourmet boutique shop for a sweet-and-savory treat such as artisan agave caramel drizzled over popcorn- yum! Top your culinary journey off with a visit to a historic Italian bookshop-turned-café, where you'll fill your own delicate cannoli with an Italian cannoli maker.Duration: 3 hoursStop At: Little ItalyYou’ll find that all the tastings add up to a satisfying meal. Your tour ends in the evening a few blocks from your original departure point, where you’re free to continue exploring this fabulous San Francisco neighborhood bustling with vibrant nightlife. Please note: Places visited and tastings are subject to change based on availability.Duration: 5 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Must be 21 years or older to drink alcohol
- Vegetarian options available
- Locations visited are subject to change
- Tours run rain or shine; please dress appropriately
- Guests must be vaccinated and show proof to participate in the tour.
- Small group limited to 12 people to ensure a personalized experience
- Live commentary
- Guide
- Food tastings
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Alcohol pairing (can be purchased at the time of the tour) $35/person
Go behind the scenes of North Beach’s food scene on this insider food walking tour. Your expert guide will lead you on an easy afternoon walk to popular and hidden spots that only locals know about to enjoy hearty food tastings. Visit 4 restaurants for a four course progressive meal where you'll be seated inside of the restaurants (2 appetizers, 1 entree, 1 dessert) Tastings may include wood-fired pizza or pinsa or arancini or cioppino (a San Francisco invented seafood stew) Eggplant parmesan or California gelato or tiramisu. You'll hear the stories of restaurant owners, learn local tips, and hear stories about this neighborhood’s interesting history, from the Gold Rush to the Prohibition era to today. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring a more personalized experience.
Departure Point
- All Weekday 3PM Tours, Saturday 11AM & 3PM Tours and Sunday Morning Tours – Meet in front of the Italian Athletic Club – 1630 Stockton Street
- All Weekday 3PM Tours, Saturday 11AM & 3PM Tours and Sunday Morning Tours – Meet in front of the Italian Athletic Club – 1630 Stockton Street
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Jackson SquareMeet in the Jackson Square neighborhood – a 10-minute walk from Downtown San Francisco – in the late afternoon to start your walking tour. Come hungry, as you’ll be getting lots of food on this 3-hour tour, which follows a flat, easy route. Following your expert local guide, delve behind the scenes of Little Italy’s food and restaurant scene, hearing fascinating historical facts and stories along the way, like how this neighborhood was once part of the Barbary Coast – San Francisco’s red-light district in the 1800s during the California Gold Rush. You'll also visit hidden Prohibition-era tunnels where booze was smuggled into the city.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: North BeachSan Francisco, CaliforniaThough you’ll learn a lot of interesting history, this tour is about the food. Enjoy a cheese tasting at a trendy wine bar. Then indulge in an Italian wood-fired pizza made in the oldest pizza oven on the West Coast; built in 1935, this treasured tool was copied by Wolfgang Puck at Spago and Alice Waters at Chez Panisse. Pop into a gourmet boutique shop for a sweet-and-savory treat such as artisan agave caramel drizzled over popcorn- yum! Top your culinary journey off with a visit to a historic Italian bookshop-turned-café, where you'll fill your own delicate cannoli with an Italian cannoli maker.Duration: 3 hoursStop At: Little ItalyYou’ll find that all the tastings add up to a satisfying meal. Your tour ends in the evening a few blocks from your original departure point, where you’re free to continue exploring this fabulous San Francisco neighborhood bustling with vibrant nightlife. Please note: Places visited and tastings are subject to change based on availability.Duration: 5 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Must be 21 years or older to drink alcohol
- Vegetarian options available
- Locations visited are subject to change
- Tours run rain or shine; please dress appropriately
- Guests must be vaccinated and show proof to participate in the tour.
- Small group limited to 12 people to ensure a personalized experience
- Live commentary
- Guide
- Food tastings
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Alcohol pairing (can be purchased at the time of the tour) $35/person
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Hanna_M
I absolutely loved this walking food tour through North Beach! From the moment we met Nikki, our incredible guide, it felt like we were reconnecting with an old friend. Her warmth, humor, and deep knowledge of the neighborhood made the experience unforgettable. Every stop was thoughtfully chosen — from hidden gems to iconic bites — and the food was phenomenal.
What really set this tour apart was the vibe: casual, fun, and full of great conversation. Nikki effortlessly brought our group together, and by the end, it felt like we were all longtime friends sharing stories over delicious plates. I especially appreciated the personal touches — from dog talk to travel tips to local restaurant recommendations (can’t wait to try Italico and explore The Mission next!).
This isn’t just a food tour — it’s a celebration of community, culture, and connection. If you're looking for something special in San Francisco, this is it. I’ll be recommending it to everyone I know and can’t wait to join another tour soon. Thank you, Nikki and the Avital team, for such a memorable experience!
Dan_B
The North Beach food tour was amazing! Our guide Nikki was so fun and knowledgeable about the neighborhood and cuisine. The pesto pasta (non-seafood option) at Sotta Mare was the best I've ever had. Hearing stories of each restaurant truly made me feel more connected to the food we were enjoying. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting San Francisco or any locals who just want something fun to do.
Lakshmi_R
I loved the experience. It was relaxed. I made new friends. This is a great way to discover a vibrant and historic part of San Francisco.
Shelley_F
Nicole was the best, most passionate and engaging food tour guide ever! Loved the restaurant and food selections too. And the “embrace the quirky” great historical fun facts were awesome. Thank you for a wonderful time! We plan to take more Avital tours, for sure.
BuffyBD
Evan was our guide. He was professional and added just enough history to make more than a food tour. Only thing my husband and I would suggest (everytjing served was very good by the way) is to add a second option instead of just serving one item. We would never have ordered the items served and enjoyed each spot!