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

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christis568
23 days ago
As former residents of SF we were in town for a couple of shows. Given we had a free afternoon I booked this tour in Chinatown. We had a great time with Marci! Great variety of food and drink as well as some interesting history of the neighborhood.

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!

Departure Point

  • Meet your guide outside and look for the Stretchy Pants logo.
Return Details
  • We end about 5 blocks from our starting location.
Duration3 hoursLanguages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: ChinatownSan Francisco, CaliforniaWe 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!Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co56 Ross Aly, , San Francisco, CaliforniaNext, 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!Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea870 Washington Street, San Francisco, CA 94108After 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.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: AA Bakery & Cafe1068 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA 94108The adventure intensifies as we visit a heritage bakery for a Chinese snack. The location is subject to change, but we always have a pastry! Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Old Saint Mary's Cathedral660 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94108We marvel at a church that stood standing after the 1906 earthquake. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Portsmouth Square50 Walter U Lum Pl, b/t Clay St & Washington St in Chinatown, San Francisco, California 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. Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Vital Tea Leaf509 Grant Ave, , San Francisco, CaliforniaAt a nostalgic tea shop, we sip, slurp, and learn in this 30-minute tea tasting. Here we delve into the magical benefits of tea.Duration: 30 minutes

Additional 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
Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Afternoon tea
  • Beverages
  • All activities
  • Food tasting
Exclusions
  • Drinks
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christis568
As former residents of SF we were in town for a couple of shows. Given we had a free afternoon I booked this tour in Chinatown. We had a great time with Marci! Great variety of food and drink as well as some interesting history of the neighborhood.
Ashley_J
We had such a wonderful experience. Robert was a fantastic guide. Delicious food and great history lesson. Highly recommend!
lisawillemsens
We did the Chinatown tour with our guide Dale and had a blast! We are two European tourist, the best way to get to know a city is through the food & Dale gave us just the right amount of knowledge and history paired with this great food! Gives all the great tips to fill up the rest of your days. We totally recommend!
OnAir48171484711
I went on this tour with my wife and adult daughter. Dale was our guide, and he did an excellent job. There were 7 in our group, plus Dale, and we got along great. The tour was a great blend of seeing and learning a little about SF's Chinatown and having some tasty food. I especially like the tea tasting and learning about the different teas and their benefits. I very much recommend this tour and would also now like to do the North Beach tour if I get the opportunity to visit SF again.
Deborah_A
Dale had many great anecdotes about this cultural area. How it evolved, its colorful characters, back alleys. It came alive. He made sure food portions were ample and we were comfortable. We were a large group but what do you expect in August. Highly recommend.

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