Best of North Berkeley Food Tour
From $110.00
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3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 1 more
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
On this gourmet food walking tour of Berkeley’s ‘Gourmet Ghetto,’ venture behind the scenes of the North Shattuck district. Food tastings include gourmet cheeses, chocolates, gelato, pizza, sandwiches, and wine at notable venues committed to sustainable and organic cuisine. An in-the-know guide introduces you to local owners and chefs who enlighten you about the culinary culture of this San Francisco Bay Area enclave.
- Food tour of Berkeley’s 'Gourmet Ghetto' district
- Visit several acclaimed eateries and chat with the chefs and owners
- Enjoy samples of gourmet cheeses, chocolates, cupcakes, gelato, sandwiches, pizza, wine, and more
- Sip coffee at the original Peet’s Coffee & Tea location
- Learn about the San Francisco East Bay’s culinary history and culture from your knowledgeable guide
- All food tastings included
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Meet your informative guide at a convenient location on Shattuck Avenue in downtown Berkeley—easily accessible from San Francisco or East Bay cities by BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit)—and embark on your walking tour of North Berkeley, colloquially known as the 'Gourmet Ghetto.'
You’ll explore this culinary landscape, home to long-established icons including Chez Panisse and The Cheeseboard Collective, while you discover local hotspots, chat with food purveyors, and enjoy a variety of tastings. Learn about Berkeley’s commitment to sustainable practices as you enjoy seasonal, organic and locally grown food.
At Love at First Bite Cupcakery & Bakery, sink your teeth into homemade cupcakes; savor velvety chocolates at Alegio Chocolates; sample crispy potato puffs at Gregoire’s and pizza at The Cheeseboard Pizzeria. Sip tea at Imperial Tea Court, munch on meaty sandwiches at The Local Butcher Shop, and slurp homemade soups at SOOP in Epicurious Garden.
Top off your gastronomic tour at Vintage with a wine tasting and set foot inside the original Peet’s Coffee & Tea for a taste of this West Coast institution, before returning to the starting point.
Please note: Places visited and tastings are subject to change depending upon availability.
You’ll explore this culinary landscape, home to long-established icons including Chez Panisse and The Cheeseboard Collective, while you discover local hotspots, chat with food purveyors, and enjoy a variety of tastings. Learn about Berkeley’s commitment to sustainable practices as you enjoy seasonal, organic and locally grown food.
At Love at First Bite Cupcakery & Bakery, sink your teeth into homemade cupcakes; savor velvety chocolates at Alegio Chocolates; sample crispy potato puffs at Gregoire’s and pizza at The Cheeseboard Pizzeria. Sip tea at Imperial Tea Court, munch on meaty sandwiches at The Local Butcher Shop, and slurp homemade soups at SOOP in Epicurious Garden.
Top off your gastronomic tour at Vintage with a wine tasting and set foot inside the original Peet’s Coffee & Tea for a taste of this West Coast institution, before returning to the starting point.
Please note: Places visited and tastings are subject to change depending upon availability.
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