SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour

4.8 (175 reviews) San Francisco, USA
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

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!

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Afternoon tea
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Beverages
  • All activities
  • Food tasting
  • Drinks

What to expect

  1. Chinatown
    20m
    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!
  2. Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co
    20m
    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!
  3. 20m
    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.
  4. 20m
    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!
  5. Pass by
    We marvel at a church that stood standing after the 1906 earthquake.
  6. Portsmouth Square
    20m
    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.
  7. Vital Tea Leaf
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide outside and look for the Stretchy Pants logo.

End point

We end about 5 blocks from our starting location.

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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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