SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour

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!

1. 1

   Chinatown

   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!

2. 2

   Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co

   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!

3. 3

   Stop 3

   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.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   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!

5. 5

   Stop 5

   Pass by

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

6. 6

   Portsmouth Square

   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.

7. 7

   Vital Tea Leaf

   30 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.

• 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

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