Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes

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Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes

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Earliest available date: September 21, 2026
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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Language
English
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Santa Barbara like a local on a walking food tour. Enjoy five delectable dishes, discover historic sites, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this American Riviera gem.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Santa Barbara is a true food lovers paradise. Its culinary scene thrives on fresh coastal ingredients, local vineyards, and a commitment to farm-to-table quality.

It is a destination where natural beauty and rich cultural history come together, creating an unforgettable experience for any visitor. Known as the “American Riviera,” the city offers stunning Mediterranean-style landscapes—red-tile roofs, palm-lined streets, and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.

Santa Barbara invites exploration through its historic sites, including the iconic Old Mission, the Spanish Colonial architecture of El Presidio, and the lively waterfront that reflects centuries of coastal heritage. Whether you're strolling State Street, wandering through the Funk Zone’s art-filled district, or eating your way through the city, Santa Barbara offers a delicious and distinctly local taste of California’s Central Coast at every turn.

What You Get

Specialty Chocolate
Corriente - Shrimp taco
Smoerkage - Dutch Pastry
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Good To Know

  • Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

1

Superior Court of California, County of Riverside - Riverside Historic Courthouse

Meeting spot and story of the beginning of Santa Barbara
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Santa Barbara Fish Market

First food stop and collection of shops
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

La Arcada Plaza

Historic corridor and buildings, filled with eclectic shops
5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

The original site and building remnant of the military fort constructed when the area was established
5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

A collection of Artifacts and articles of the story of Santa Barbara
5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Santa Barbara House of Prayer

The original site and house of a founding family of Santa Barbara
5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

De La Guerra Plaza

A public area in honor of a founding family of the city
5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
8

Reagan Ranch Center

President Reagens' "Western White House," preserved to honor him.
5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

1100 Anacapa St, Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara County California, United States, US, 93101

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Meeting Location - Under the Arch of Superior Court Of California County Of Santa Barbara - 1100 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
End Point

220 Gray Ave, Gray Avenue, Santa Barbara County California, United States, US, 93101

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Ending Location - Shalhoob's Funk Zone - 220 Gray Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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4.2
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based on 7 reviews
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Great food tour
June 28, 2026

Great food tour with Thomas, lots of tasty food!

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Great food in Santa Barbara
May 20, 2026

A great way to spend a few getting to know Santa Barbara and the local food scene. Thomas was a very good group leader. He led us to some great eats; lobster rolls, chocolate, taco, tri-tip sandwic...read more

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Tasting Great in Santa Barbara
May 19, 2026

Great way to see Santa Barbara by tasting some great food. Beautiful scenery, beautiful day with great friends. Portions are big, too much by the end of the Tour. Thank you Thomas.

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Great times
May 18, 2026

We had a great time enjoyed each stop food was tasty and the guide was super helpful. My fav was the tri-tip sandwich my mom's was the lobster roll you can't go wrong either way both are deliciou...read more

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Great food, not the historian!
May 04, 2026

The food was great, history tour was lacking. We started at the court house and there was no history discussed. I had to ask questions and most of the time the answer was IDK. Food was great though...read more

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