Oakland's Temescal Tastes Tour

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Earliest Date Available: November 1, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

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Location

Alameda

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Max 14 guests

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible

Language

English

Location

Alameda

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Max 14 guests

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible

Language

English

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•7 reviews

US$133.98 per guest

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Earliest Date Available: November 1, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

Food for HappinessFor every guest in your booking, we donate 10 meals to children around the world

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Trusted by 50,000+ travelers worldwideCurated by food lovers, for food loversFeatured in CNN, Forbes & NYT

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Come tour and taste your way through Temescal, Oakland's "hipster" neighborhood. Temescal is known for its many artsy young inhabitants, is home to innovative offerings by creative food producers and has emerged as an eating destination. Experience foods like Baja-style tacos, Korean rice bowls, and other tasty treats along this 3-hour tour.

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
Please advise any specific dietary requirements in the "Special Requirements" box at time of booking
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
All food tastings are subject to change depending on availability
Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advanced notice.

Professional guide

All food tastings

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

15 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Old Oakland Farmer's Market

Our expert guide will meet you at the Farmer's Market, in the DMV parking lot, and introduce you to local artisans and farmers that have been serving this area for years.

Our expert guide will meet you at the Farmer's Market, in the DMV parking lot, and introduce you to…

2 hours 45 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Oakland

One of Oakland’s hipper neighborhoods, Temescal has emerged as an eating destination, home to culinary innovation and creative food producers. It's home to creative food producers, culinary innovation, and menus reflecting the diverse cultural mix of the community. Begin the tour with fresh seasonal produce at the Urban Village farmers market and pucker up for some fermented fun from Golden State Pickle Works. We follow those tastes with Baja-style tacos from Cholita Linda and a decadent sweet pastry known as a kouign-amann from Starter Bakery. Round out this tour with traditional Ethiopian injera (fermented flatbread) and wot (stew) from Abesha Ethiopian Cuisine, classic tofu soup from Pyeong Chang Tofu House, and a sweet end note in the charming alleys, courtesy of Curbside Creamery.

One of Oakland’s hipper neighborhoods, Temescal has emerged as an eating destination, home to culina…

Meeting Point

5300 Claremont Ave, Claremont Avenue, Alameda County California, United States, US, 94618

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End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Non Refundable

This experience doesn't offer free cancellation. Amount paid is non-refundable once booked.

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Scott_HDecember 2025 • Viator

What a great way to see Oakland‘s downtown food scene!

My wife and I went on the tour with Rebecca and it is great! Rebecca is super knowledgeable she gave lots of history and stories about the places we visited. She’s also got great energy. I definitely felt like I learned the ins and outs of Oakland‘s food scene by the end. There’s no shortage of food on this tour - plan to leave stuffed!

Response from ViatorDecember 02, 2025

Thank you for joining us, Scott. And, thank you for the wonderful review. We love sharing our passion for the neighborhood with our guests, and yes, Rebecca is a gem! We hope you'll join us for one of our other tours in the future.

997reignmJune 2025 • TripAdvisor

Exceeded Expectations

I’ve done several tours in East Africa, but Oakland Tours really stood out. Their attention to detail, the professionalism of our guide David, and the comfortable accommodations made it worth every cent. Highly recommend the Mara excursion.

Dennis_HFebruary 2025 • Viator

Experience was great....

Experience was great. Loved exploring the Temescal area. Really great diversity of high quality great value food options. Rebecca, our tour guide, was knowledgeable and fun. Would definitely recommend it.

Response from ViatorFebruary 18, 2025

Thank you for joining us, Dennis! We loved sharing our passion for all things Temescal with you. We hope you join us again someday.

Barbara_EFebruary 2025 • Viator

Very fun and informative...

Very fun and informative about food, neighborhood, and restaurant or bakery owners. Would definitely do again in another neighborhood.

Response from ViatorFebruary 18, 2025

Thank you for joining us, Barbara! We are so happy you had a great time and look forward to touring with you again!

Ben TApril 2019 • TripAdvisor

Excellent experience in Oakland!

I have lived within blocks of this tour for 3 years and learned so much from Carrie! Very informative tour, and most importantly, amazing food! I will definitely be recommending this tour to my friends.

Response from ViatorMay 01, 2019

Thank you for the review, Ben! We love having locals on tour with us. And, Carrie is one of our best. Hope to see you again.