FAQ

We understand everyone is concerned about COVID-19, we are too. Here is what we are doing in response to the ever-changing situation.

What we are currently doing:

Flexible refund and exchange policy. If you are sick please reach out to us so we can reschedule your tour. We are also offering full refunds on a case by case basis.
Hand washing. Our guides will be doing thorough hand washing prior to every tour. Guides and guests will have opportunities to wash their hands at each stop.
We will have hand-sanitizer available to guests
We are in close contact with our restaurant partners who are all committed to extra steps in sanitizing and preventing any spread.
We are keeping well informed by checking and following best practices and recommendations by the Center for Disease Control and the California Department of Public Health.

What to consider:

Our tours are small and on foot, not confined to a tour bus or other small quarters.
Currently there are no restrictions for domestic travel within the U.S.
If you are sick, or feel something coming on, please call us to reschedule your tour.
Consider a private tour for you and your friends if that makes you feel more comfortable.

Don’t Panic

While we want to take the utmost precautions against the spread of COVID-19, we also want to make sure our decisions are based on facts and recommendations from health professionals. Our business supports local restaurants, whom support workers from wait staff, cooks, dishwashers to service providers such as local farms and distributors and more. Currently, if you are not feeling unwell, it is considered safe to go out to eat and enjoy events in small groups. While also taking the utmost precautions with frequent hand washing and covering your mouth with your elbow when you cough or sneeze, and avoid shaking hands. We hope to see you on a tour soon and help us support the local economy.

Customers will receive a full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of the tour start time. Unfortunately, for any cancellations made within 48 hours of the tour start time can not be refunded. We can only offer to reschedule you for another date or provide a gift certificate in lieu of rescheduling.

Your tickets are transferrable, so if you can’t use your tickets, feel free to give them to a friend to use.

If you can’t find your tickets or are having any other issue, please send us an email at [email protected] and we’d be happy to help you.

Parking is available at each tour’s starting location. After your purchase tickets, you’ll receive emails with parking suggestions.

Yes, children are welcome to join our tours. Children 5 and under are always free. However, please note that our tours are typically 3 hours in length and include walking and standing, which may not be appropriate for some children.

Absolutely not! Our tours combine stories about the history of the chefs and restaurants, the inspiration behind the ingredients, culinary insights and a little local art and history mixed in to create a unique 3-hour experience. You will feel like a VIP on our unique and fun tours.

Let us know when you purchase tickets for any allergies. We will do our best to accommodate your needs, as long as we know in advance.

Yes, an advance ticket purchase is required. Events typically sell out quickly. To maximize your chances of getting the date, time, and the number of tickets you prefer, please book well in advance.

Gratuities are greatly appreciated, although not mandatory. The standard gratuity in the service industry is 15%-20%.

Yes, bathrooms are available during the tour at selected food-tasting locations.

The tours are held rain, shine, or heat! We will do our best to keep you comfortable on the tour. We advise you to check the weather conditions for your days’ event and dress appropriately.

At this time, we do not offer tours in any other language except English.

We absolutely do! We can accommodate a variety of special requests (family reunions, birthday parties, out of town guests, corporate team building, friends get-togethers and more).

We encourage guests to wear comfortable walking shoes. Tours run rain or shine, so be sure to check the weather and plan to bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the day.