Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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This Guided Food & History Tour is great way to experience Capitola, CA. Capitola is a gem! Located just 4 miles from Santa Cruz, CA. Let us guide you through this small beach town loaded with history, restaurants and shopping. Perfect for Locals, Visitors, Corporate Mixers, Team Bonding, Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Anniversaries, or any one looking for a Fun Evening! Includes the equivalent of a 5 course meal. Learn the best of Capitola all in one night! During this Foodie Friday experience you will learn how to make the most of your time in Capitola, CA - Voted Best Beach-Town! Private tours available, inquire on our web site. Make today memorable, fun and inspiring with group experiences. Our foodie tour is for all ages, line up of vendors changes and includes locals favorites and our favorite restaurants, BEST Spots & Stories, learn the area and culture better than a local while you eat and drink. Additional drinks available on tour. Meet restaurant owners.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
CAPITOLA’S FRIDAY NIGHT FOOD TOUR - This is an absolute must-do tour! Our knowledgeable guides will lead you on a journey to five captivating Capitola Village venues. Come hungry and leave satisfied! Prepare to be amazed by this “foodie”experience. Join our local guide and embark on a fun-filled adventure together. Explore the charming Capitola Village, savoring the culinary delights at each venue. Learn about the unique food culture, discover hidden gems, and meet fellow food enthusiasts. As you dine and drink your way through this enchanting town, you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking scenery and numerous photo opportunities. Some venues will offer alcohol-based drink samples for those aged 21 and above. Non-alcohol drinks and water are also available. Our fantastic guides will ensure that you make the most of your time, sharing insights into what makes Capitola Village truly special. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the Santa Cruz Area with a Food Tour, in Capitola, just minutes away from Santa Cruz, Ca. Book now and embark on a culinary adventure!
Sample Menu
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Capitola’s Best Clam Chowder
We have found the best clam chowder in the village, book our guided tour to find out our pick for the BEST CLAM CHOWDER in Capitola.
Options
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour
What‘s Included
Dinner
Additional Alcohol Beverages Available at Each Venue
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worthwhile walk!
DeborahT,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00A great effort was made by this new outfit in Capitola. All of the restaurants were wonderful, from meeting the owners to the fabulous food they each served us. The tour still needs a little work in combining history info along the walk but they are continuously working on making improvements. Serena's passion for Capitols comes across easily and we enjoyed great conversations.
This was a highly...
Paula H,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a highly interactive experience and our guide was friendly and pulled everybody in so you felt like you were part of the group. By the time it was over, we made really good friends that were local to the area which was an added bonus we didn’t expect . In a lot of situations like this you feel kind of disconnected, on your own, but that was not the case here. It was fun, it was comfortable and friendly, and it was very enlightening. And of course, the food and drinks were perfect. I would absolutely do this again with this guide thank you so much for giving my son and I a great experience.
Good bites
Rhonda M,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The experience was fun overall. This is new for the guides so I’m sure they’ll get more refined as they do more tours. They really need a new, eye/appealing sign. They told us a lot of history and fun facts about Capitola. We started at a wine bar, which was a fun treat (we tasted 2 great wines) then we made our way to several restaurants. The choices of bites were good, overall. However, I think she should think about the order a bit more. We thought we would get courses of a meal, in order, starting with appetizers and then soup, salad, pasta…but after re-reading the ad it does say “the equivalent of a 5 course meal” not a 5 course meal. The group we were with was fun, we all enjoyed each other. At one stop we talked about the price, some paid more, some paid less. The price is a little steep, but I would recommend it. I truly wish them luck with this new venture.
Such Fun Being Capitola Foodies!
Freedom33359510567,Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a very well thought out walking visit through Capitola. The team was knowledgeable and selected a great repertoire of tastings. All of the establishments were Capitola's best locally owned establishments. Our family voted 'the best ever' clam chowder from Castagnola. Nuggets of Capitol's history made us feel like insiders. Highly recommend this excursion at the start of any vacation near the area. Ideas for where to visit for good food, beverages, music, and views will be all set.
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