San Francisco Food Safari

Gastronomic Adventures
Two delicious experiences to choose from: North Beach every second Sunday and the Mission District every forth Sunday, both at 11 a.m. Scroll down for details.

Not your typical food tour, Chef Joseph offers his knowledge and insights as guests scout out the best of each neighborhood's food scene. Pick up culinary treasures along the way to enjoy afterwards. Chef Joseph began his culinary career at San Francisco's legendary Salmagundi. He was the food critic at the Orange County and Long Beach Blade and IN Los Angeles magazines, has written food articles for Oakbook and J Weekly magazines, worked as a caterer, taught cooking classes, and is working on a book titled Created in California: The Golden State's Gifts to Gastronomy.

Please note: these are not tasting tours, they're shopping tours: guests may purchase what they like along the way. This is done to keep the cost low - tasting tours typically cost $80-$100, San Francisco Food Safari is only $30. Make sure to bring a shopping bag to load up with goodies and cash, as many of the establishments do not take credit cards!
If you're visiting San Francisco, it's advisable you take our tour first, because you're going to learn about so many places you're going to want to re-visit!

Advance reservations are required, group size is limited to 15.

Note: If you purchased a pre-paid voucher (Groupon, Living Social, etc.), use the word "Voucher" when prompted for the promotional code. You must present an original copy of the voucher (either printed or on a mobile device) upon check-in.

Refunds for cancellations are given only if we are contacted no later than 24 hours prior to your tour.
The tour takes place rain or shine, but no one is required to take the tour in the rain. Rainchecks are gladly issued upon request.

Tour #1: Culinary Gems of North Beach
Every Second Sunday at 11 a.m.
San Francisco’s North Beach is well known for its legendary Italian cuisine, but there’s more to this historic neighborhood than restaurants. Embark on a two and a half hour journey, scouting out North Beach’s best delis, coffee houses, bakeries and meat markets. Learn about North Beach’s history, and pick up sandwiches and snacks along the way for afterwards utilizing the tour's voluminous printed guide.
Stops include:

Mara’s Italian Pastries-famous for their cannolis.
Little City Market-purveyors of the San Francisco's best Sicilian sausage.
Victoria Pastry Co.-A San Francisco favorite since 1914.
Molinari Deli-A real old-fashioned Italian deli, one of the few left in San Francisco. Find out why their sandwiches are legendary.
Café Trieste-San Francisco’s most famous coffee house and home to the Beat Generation.
Tony’s-A slice of New York in San Francisco, one of the only places you can get pizza cooked in coal-fired ovens.
Liguira Bakery-find out why people line up early for their legendary focaccia.
And much more!

Culinary Gems of North Beach takes place every second Sunday at 11 a.m., departing from Washington Square.

Parking note: street parking is limited. Parking garages are available for around $10 on Filbert, west of Columbus, Powell between Union and Green and a municipal lot is on Vallejo Street.

Culinary Gems of North Beach

Tour #2: There's More to the Mission Than Burritos
Every fourth Sunday at 11 a.m.
San Francisco's Mission District is known for great Mexican Food, but there's so much more! Embark on a two and a half hour journey of Mission and Valencia Street's best restaurants and markets. Visit pop-up restaurants, markets, delis, and learn why this area has emerged as San Francisco's most intriguing culinary scene.

Dianda's, home of the Almond Torte.
A Huge array of herbs at the Scarlet Sage Herb Co.
Lucca Deli's homemade ravioli.
Mission Market: a hidden gem.
Taqueria Cancun's award-winning burritos.
Mission Chinese Food: a legend in SF's street food scene.
Bi-Rite Market: originally a mom and pop store, it's a SF favorite.
And much more!

There's More to the Mission Than Burritos takes place every fourth Sunday at 11 a.m., departing from the 24th St. Mission BART Plaza, northeast corner.

Parking note: parking in this neighborhood is possible, but difficult. It is advisable to take BART.

There's More to the Mission than Burritos

Cost for both tours is $30 each.

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