Private Tour
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
On our Secret Food Tours: San Diego, you'll walk into Gaslamp while enjoying dishes with influences from Mexico to the Far East.
Your guide will take you on a mouth-watering food journey exploring diverse cuisine that has evolved over generations. Feast on the freshest fish Taco, the Melt Burger, sweets and of course our delicious Secret Dish!
At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of San Diego's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of our culture and history.
As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Please be informed that we can accommodate baby strollers, however it will be difficult in one of our stop. Should you have any question, please do not hesitate to contact us prior to booking your tour.
We strongly advise wearing comfortable walking shoes to all of our guests. Our tour runs a little over 3 hours.
Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience the first Filipino restaurant in the heart of San Diego and savor the flavors that set them apart.
Savor a classic California Burger, with flavors that linger long after the first bite.
Hearty California Burrito
Fresh San Diego Fish Taco
Rich Specialty Coffee
Melty Californian Burger
Creamy Avocado Toast
Our Signature Secret Dish!
Pick Up and Drop Off
Gratuity
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
626pipere,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a phenomenal time with Doug! Awesome tour guide with lots of local facts and recommendations. Book him for your next tour.
cwalls71,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This is well worth it! The food is great and, the stories about the city makes this experience worth your time! Our guide knew his staff and made our tour enjoyable! Do this!
carrieannam,,Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Doug did an amazing job! He had great stories about the different areas we visited and even showed us a few hidden gems. The food was delicious. Everyone in our group had a different favorite which I thought was pretty awesome! Great time was had by all in our family (from 9 years old to 76)!
GirlOnGrapes,,Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We often book a food tour at the beginning of our time in a new city. This tour did not disappoint! Our host and guide was fun, friendly, informative AND a great singer! The gas lamp area is colourful with so many great restaurants, old architecture, fun stories and welcoming people. A must see to walk around! The only things I’d suggest for change may be the smash burger place (not great) and maybe asking the restaurant reps to acknowledge us or just say Hi to us. A couple places made me feel like our group was a hassle rather than welcomed. Reoyne (sp?) is lovely. Ask for him!

Kabadoo,,May 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Richard was our guide and he was very knowledgeable! The food was wonderful. He sent us a list of the places we went and the food we tried after so we can go back if we want to. Great tour and will try it in other cities as well.
T6999GTjohnm,,Apr 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Doug was the best! His tour was very informative about the behind the scenes history of San Diego and it's food scene. Highly recommend!!
Laura2212014,,Apr 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Doug was a fabulous tour guide. He was so knowledgeable of the area &!its history. Also so personable and had a great sense of humor. Thoroughly enjoyed our tour & would highly recommend!




Rdlf17,,Feb 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Really enjoyed our tour with Richard! Great food and walking views of San Diego! Had a group of 12 and we navigated comfortably- loved the variety of locations and cuisines.
Wanderer473266,,Feb 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Richard was the most amazing tour guide. I think I've ever had. I've already asked 8 friends to do another one. We will be requesting Richard and I definitely will go at the 1 PM one because it was quiet, not too crowded. And we could sit down at every restaurant. Richard gave so much information, probably more than he should have. Which was totally amazing. I learned things about buildings, the city, everything that I just never knew. He was kind, he was courteous. He got our food so quickly. Maybe it was amazing. He is a very informative, very kind.It smiled throughout the whole time. I would definitely recommend him and I've already told several friends who have called me to ask my review. They've got to call you guys and request richard, how so lutheo. Thank you for having by family and I on your tour.
I2498UAchristineb,,Dec 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Rihon was a fun guide for our family tour. Loved the 6 stops and they accommodated my gluten dairy free needs. Learned the history of the gas lamp quarter and enjoyed a sunny San Diego day with our family and another family visiting from Toronto. Highly recommended!
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