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Carlsbad/Carlsbad Food Tours

A Taste of Carlsbad Food Tours

Eat Like a Local - Explore Like a Tourist

2898 State Street Parking Lot with Fountain

Overview

Meeting point
2898 State Street Parking Lot with Fountain
Group size
Up to 12 passengers

Rates

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Adults

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Seniors

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Adolescents

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Children

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Infants

Details

Delicious Foods from Specialty Shops & Local Eateries!

Duration

3 hours

About

Eat like a local and experience the historic city of Carlsbad through a food and wine walking tour, indulging in a light meal’s worth of tasty snacks and sips from various restaurants and shops in Carlsbad Village. Along the way, listen as your food-loving guide shares insider insight into the area’s culinary scene; learn about the origins of Carlsbad while you sample unique local favorites from neighborhood restaurants, cafes, and specialty food stores.

Arrive in charming Carlsbad Village and meet your expert tour guide at the corner of State and Grand in front of the fountain. It is located near the Carlsbad Village Train Station at 2775 State Street.

Embark on your food-focused excursion, including artisanal donuts, French crepes. From there, continue to a series of locally owned Italian restaurants, where you can savor Old World dishes including generations-old recipes.

Enjoy award-winning California wines at Witch Creek Winery and get the chance to savor both locally crafted.

Your trip to Carlsbad would not be complete without stopping at Senor Grubby's for their delicious Al Pastor tacos.

To complement your foodie exploration, between each destination your guide offers interesting commentary about the lovely Victorian architecture and old-fashioned storefronts that fill downtown Carlsbad.

An expert guide helps you to easily navigate as you discover the diverse history, architecture and culture of downtown Carlsbad Village. Stroll through the main streets of Carlsbad which house a wonderful concentration of museums, restaurants and historic landmarks uniquely mixed with shops and art galleries and vibrant street murals. You’ll walk down Grand Ave to Carlsbad Blvd and enjoy the majesty of the Twin Inns and the Carlsbad Mineral Spa historic landmarks.

Highlights

  • Exploration of Carlsbad Village’s history & culinary scene
  • Interactive gourmet food tour led by a professional guide
  • More than 6 tastings, like gelato & California wine
  • Hand-selected bites from local eateries & Italian cafes
  • Small group setting for an intimate experience

Know Before You Go

  • Children 4 and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult.
  • You must be 21 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
  • Tour stops may vary depending on day of week and locations open.

Before you go

A Taste of Carlsbad

We meet at the northwest corner of State and Grand near the fountain.

2898 State Street Parking Lot with Fountain

https://www.carlsbad-village.com/go/parking-lot1

You should see a giant multi-colored beach chair, make yourself comfortable.

On the southwest corner you will see Via Vai Cucina Italian

2907 State St, Carlsbad, CA 92008.

Parking is also available at the Carlsbad Village Train Station at 2775 State Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008.

Tour Details:

Duration: 3 hours

Time: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Your Guide will be wearing a white shirt with the red Carlsbad Food Tours Logo on it.

Tour Guide for Mon-Wed is David Jensen ()323 309-5720

Tour Guide for Fri-Sat is Ben Mastracco (916) 220-6075

Tour Guide for Thurs & Sun is either Ed (818) 400-8430

or Sue (619) 316-9110

Office: 760 215-9433

The Tour will take place in rain or shine – wear appropriate clothes and bring an umbrella.

You may want to wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle.

Health & Safety

COVID-19 Risks: By visiting Carlsbad Food Tours: you are voluntarily assuming all COVID-19 exposure risks inherent in visiting any restaurant with outdoor seating.

We adhere to the guidelines provided to us by the CDC and State of California Public Health.

Health & Safety Policy

COVID-19 Risks: By visiting Carlsbad Food Tours: you are voluntarily assuming all COVID-19 exposure risks inherent in visiting any restaurant with outdoor seating.

Carlsbad Food Tours

(760) 215-9433

[email protected]

carlsbadfoodtours.com

All prices in US dollars

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