Gaslamp Quarter Downtown San Diego Food Tour
Description
We've done all the delicious research to guide you to 5 of the most delicious food spots in Downtown San Diego. This is an experience you couldn't do on your own. We have relationships with the best food partners in The Gaslamp Quarter, so you can enjoy 5 food tastings (large portion sizes) in 3 hours. We have 10+ years experience curating food tours in 6 U.S. cities and Paris. When it comes to food tours, we know what we're doing. In addition to all the amazingly delicious foods you'll be eating, your guide will discuss the history, culture and food scene of Downtown San Diego. So, lace up your comfy sneakers, bring your appetite, and we'll take care of the rest.
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Taste the best bagel in San Diego. Spill The Beans is known for their innovative flavors. These bagels rival bagels in NYC. Don't just take our word for it. Come try for yourself
Greek tapas will have you truly feeling California’s Mediterranean vibe
Authentic Mexican Street Tacos in the heart of the Gaslamp!
Savor the best empanda ever! That's a bold statement. Trust us.
Bright and Fun Ice Cream shop dedicated to locally sourced ingredients for their over 70 flavors made in house.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(288)
This was so fun and great for families, including children! We had Lydia L as our tour guide and she was fabulous! We went to 5 spots and tried great food and it was an awesome way to see the gaslamp district. The pretzel bagel with cheddar cheese spread was my fave the entire day!!
Hi there, We are so grateful for your kind review! Not only is your review flattering to our team, but it's also so helpful for others looking to select which tour to go on! Thank you!
We had a great time with our tour guide Noah! He was very knowledgeable on the history of the city + very personable. I would 100% do a tour from the company again in another city, I thought the entire thing was very well thought out and had a good mix of walking / eating. This tour would be appropriate for people of ages and physical abilities. They were also willing to be accommodating to dietary preferences (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free). I would recommend arriving early at the coffee shop and enjoying a delicious drink before starting the tour! The bagels were the BEST!
Hi Carolyn, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so happy to hear you had a great time exploring the city with Noah. His passion for local history and personable approach make every tour special, and we're glad he helped create such a memorable experience for you. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the balance of walking, eating, and learning throughout the tour. We work hard to design experiences that are engaging, accessible, and enjoyable for all guests, so we're especially pleased that this stood out to you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you on another tour in a new city someday!
Enjoyed the tour with a mix of history and food. Aja with Sidewalk Food Tours was an awesome guide and would recommend to others.
Hi Steve, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us!
Our guide Aja was wonderful. Knowledgeable, organized, energetic and kind. A perfect guide. The historical walk was interesting and she paced it perfectly as we walked through the colorful gas lamp area; enjoyed that. The food was plentiful, but extremely common. Bagels with cream cheese, pita and hummus with chicken, Thai eggrolls/dumoling/salad, a Cuban empanada and ice cream-cream (a fun stop with dozens of flavors). I wish I had read the description a bit more closely. I would have loved to learn about any more regional, specific food trends in San Diego. I think if there was more a theme to the tastings it could be more meaningful. It was some of this, some of that from mostly emtier restaurants.
Hi Cathy, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad Aja made such a strong impression with her knowledge, energy, and thoughtful pacing through the Gaslamp Quarter! It’s great to hear you enjoyed the historical walk along with the variety of stops along the way. We also appreciate your perspective on the food selections and your interest in learning more about regional culinary trends in San Diego. At Sidewalk Food Tours, each stop is chosen intentionally to reflect the neighborhood’s culture and everyday food landscape, offering a mix of local favorites and approachable dishes that together help tell the broader story of the area. Thank you for joining us in San Diego and for taking the time to share your thoughts!
Our guide Aja was great. The food was good, but not great. It felt like pretty standard food, not elevated or unique offerings that I would expect on a food tour
Hi Jesse, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear Aja made a strong impression and that you enjoyed your time on the tour. We appreciate your thoughts on the food selections. Our stops are selected with intention to showcase the neighborhood’s everyday culinary character, featuring familiar local favorites that, together, offer an authentic snapshot of the area’s food culture and community.
Fun time with Noah, our local and friendly guide! History along with great food stops! Nice walking tour!
Hi! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your Sidewalk Food Tour with Noah! Join us again soon!
Fun tour. Good food. Noah our tour guide was great, gave a lot of history and information about the area.
Hi Tracy, Thank you for leaving this kind review! We can't wait to see which city you explore next!
My wife, son and I just completed this three hour food tour of the San Diego Gaslight area. The variety and quality of the food was outstanding. The shared history of the architecture and area while walking in between restaurants made the time fly by. Our guide, Noah Miller, was excellent. Highly recommend this.
Hi! Your review means so much to our team. We appreciate you taking the time to share!
Odd host. Very self-absorbed. Left after the fourth stop.
The food was amazing and the tour was fun. Noah was an excellent guide. Will do again next time we are in town.
Hi Brandon, We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience!
