A licensed guide leads the way to hole-in-the-wall spots most visitors would never find on their own, serving up a generous spread of dumplings and buns while sharing the neighborhood's history and the labor movements that shaped it. Guests looking to eat their way through Chinatown like a true local are in good hands here.

Come hungry, since there is plenty of food to go around, and expect a nice mix of storytelling along the way, with the experience leaning a bit more food than history. A curated map of local favorites sends guests home ready to explore even more on their own.

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: All age groups are welcome
• Physical limitations: Guests should be comfortable walking for the duration of the tour

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: All participants must pay to participate, children included
• Individuals with disabilities: The tour is wheelchair accessible and service animals are allowed
• Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed except service animals

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: 2.5 hours
• What's included: Guided walking food tour through Chinatown with tastings of dumplings and buns from at least four hidden gem restaurants
• Who will be present: A professional guide will accompany the group throughout the experience
• Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a reservation
• Photo/video: Personal photos are welcome throughout the tour
• Specific rules to follow: Guests must follow guide instructions at all times. Please advise the guide of any food allergies or dietary restrictions in advance

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: The tour operates rain or shine and takes place entirely outdoors between tastings
• Arrival: Plan to arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled start time
• Parking: Public transportation is recommended. Several parking garages are available nearby
• What to wear: Comfortable walking shoes and weather appropriate clothing are recommended
• What to bring:
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Umbrella for rain or sun protection
  • Phones and cameras are welcome throughout the tour
  • Come hungry, as more than ten dumplings and buns are included
• Restrooms: Public restrooms are available inside the visitor sites but not at the tour office

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for any other experience in our marketplace, free of charge, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.