San Diego: Gaslamp District Food Tour with 6 Modern Dishes

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Explore San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter on a guided food tour with 6 tastings. From fish tacos to a melt burger, coffee, burritos, and a secret dish, discover the city’s culture through its bold flavors.

Highlights

  • Taste 6 dishes in San Diego’s lively Gaslamp Quarter
  • Try lumpia, a Filipino specialty beloved in Southern California
  • Enjoy a California Meltburger and fresh Baja fish taco
  • Savor the legendary California Burrito with carne asada
  • End your foodie adventure with a surprise Secret Dish

Description

Experience the flavors of Southern California on this guided food tour through San Diego’s Historic Gaslamp Quarter. Known for its nightlife, Victorian-era architecture, and diverse dining scene, this district is the perfect backdrop for tasting the city’s culinary treasures. Led by a local guide, you’ll discover how San Diego’s food culture has been shaped by Mexican, Filipino, and Californian influences while enjoying 6 tastings that reflect the city’s bold and creative flavors. Your journey begins at the iconic Balboa Theater, where your guide sets the stage for the stories behind San Diego’s historic quarter. From there, you’ll dive into Filipino culture with freshly made lumpia—crispy spring rolls with flavorful fillings that showcase one of Southern California’s most important communities. Next, bite into a juicy California Meltburger, a local favorite with a golden, cheesy twist. Of course, no visit to San Diego would be complete without fish tacos, and you’ll sample a Baja-style taco featuring fresh, perfectly seasoned catch of the day. As locals do, you’ll pause to savor a specialty coffee, crafted in the California style. Then, get ready for the legendary California Burrito, stuffed with carne asada, French fries, and all the fixings—a true San Diego icon. Finally, the tour ends with our Secret Dish, a surprise that ties the experience together with one last burst of flavor. By the end, you’ll have tasted some of San Diego’s most iconic dishes while exploring the rich cultural mix that makes this city one of California’s most exciting foodie destinations.

Includes

Creamy Avocado Toast Melty Californian Burger Fresh San Diego Fish Taco Rich Specialty Coffee Hearty California Burrito Our Signature Secret Dish!

Important Information

  • Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.

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