The ORIGINAL Downtown Santa Barbara Walking Food & Drink Tour

4.9(552)4 hFree cancellationBy Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours

About this activity

Eat and drink your way through downtown Santa Barbara with a local—no planning required. We’ll take you to a mix of favorite spots, with generous tastings, a little day drinking, and just enough storytelling along the way.

Founded over 10 years ago from a local’s love of Santa Barbara, great food, and bringing people together—without the stress of planning it all yourself.

You’ll experience the city alongside a knowledgeable local host—not a scripted tour guide. Group sizes are kept smaller for a more personal, social experience.

We can accommodate most food allergies with advance notice. Private and corporate tours are available. Tastings and locations may vary slightly based on availability.

What's included

✓A local host (more like a knowledgeable friend than a traditional guide)
✓A curated wine tasting is included (typically 3–4 wines), plus one additional beverage (non-alcoholic or alcoholic)
✓All food tastings are included (enough for a light meal)
✓All local taxes

Not included

✕Gratuities for your host (optional, but appreciated)
✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Please plan to meet your guide in front of the stores 33 jewels and Bryant & Sons. They are on the State Street side of El Paseo Shopping Center across from the mall.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that restaurants and tastings are subject to change based on availability
This is a walking tour; comfortable mobility is recommended
Most stops are wheelchair accessible, but not all surfaces and locations are fully accessible
Food allergies or aversions can often be accommodated—please notify us in advance
Tours begin and end in different locations
Tours run approximately 3.5 hours
Children are welcome—parents know best if the experience is a good fit
Service animals are welcome; pets are not permitted on food tours
Tastings are included and typically provide enough food for a satisfying midday meal
If anyone in your group has mobility or health concerns, a private tour may be a better fit
Monday tours are priced a bit lower and may have a slightly lighter food lineup—but don’t worry, there are still plenty of tastings along the way
Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions

Cancellation policy

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

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