The ORIGINAL Downtown Santa Barbara Walking Food & Drink Tour

Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours began over 10 years ago out of one local ladies love of Santa Barbara, food and feeding people without having to cook. Our DT SB walking food & drink tour is a passion

Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours began over 10 years ago out of one local ladies love of Santa Barbara, food and feeding people without having to cook. Our DT SB walking food & drink tour is a passion and a love and a small local business. We are delighted to have you join us in our guide led tour. You will taste some of our local favorite daytime food places and partake in local wine tasting. Group sizes are smaller then pre covid, offering a more intimate experience. Learn some fun information downtown SB while talking and taking in some beautiful views. A few items to note: 3.5 hours flies by Tours do not start and end in the same location We can accommodate a variety of food allergies and aversions. Please alert us in advance. If you or anyone in your group has health or mobility issues, please consider a private experience so we can accommodate you the best we can. Corporate and private experiences are available. Tasting and tasting locations vary depending on availability.

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Location: Santa Barbara

What's Included

Beverages (water and one non alcoholic drink)
Local guide
Additional alcohol tasting (including wine or beer)
Food and wine tasting
Guaranteed to mostly skip the long lines
Local taxes

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is there a lot of walking involved? My friend has some mobility issues.

A: The tour does involve some walking, but it's at a leisurely pace. If anyone in your group has mobility issues, it's best to contact the provider ahead of time to discuss options for a more private experience. They’re super accommodating and want everyone to enjoy the tour!

Q: Can you choose which foods and drinks you get during the tour? My partner has allergies.

A: Yes! Just let them know about any allergies or aversions before the tour, and they’ll do their best to accommodate you. They have a great reputation for being flexible with dietary needs.

Q: What's the best time of year to do this tour? I'm thinking about gifting it for a special occasion.

A: The best time to do the tour is definitely during the spring or fall when the weather is mild, and the crowds are smaller. Summer gets pretty hot and busy, but if you can handle it, the vibes are still great! Just keep an eye on the weather before you go.

Discussions

Just did the Downtown Santa Barbara Walking Food & Drink Tour – What an experience!

I went on the food tour last weekend and it was awesome! We hit some amazing spots and tasted local wines that really showcased Santa Barbara's vibe. Our guide was super informative and made it feel personal. I loved that we got to skip the lines at most places. I’d definitely recommend it as a gift for any foodie friends or family! But heads up, make sure you wear comfy shoes – there's more walking than you'd expect!

Thinking about gifting the Santa Barbara Food Tour, but need some details.

I found this walking food & drink tour in Santa Barbara and I'm considering it for my friend's birthday. I know she loves food and wine, but I'm curious about how the tour is structured. Do you really get to try a lot of different things? And is it easy to get there if you're not local? Any tips would help!