San Francisco Chinatown Dim Sum Tasting and Food Tour with a Chef

Discover the flavors, food, and history of San Francisco's Chinatown through the lens of a local dumpling chef.


Eddie Lo
Eddie Lo
5.0 (273)

3 hours Location Chinatown Experience size 1 to 5 guests   $200 - $900 ($900 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $450/guest for 2 guests, $300/guest for 3 guests, $250/guest for 4 guests, $200/guest for 5 guests)

I'm Chef Eddie, a 3rd generation chef running one of San Francisco's top-rated dumpling cooking classes. This tour is my invitation to step out of the kitchen and into my favorite neighborhood, Chinatown, seen through a chef's eyes: how to source food, where locals actually eat, and the stories behind every dish.
This is a private small-group experience, capped at up to 5 guests of your choosing, so every question gets answered and no stop ever feels rushed.
What you'll do
Market Walk | We start on Stockton Street and weave through the produce stalls and live seafood tanks that supply Chinatown's kitchens. I'll show you how to choose live seafood and identify the herbs and vegetables I use in my own cooking.
Street Food Snacks | Along the way, we'll taste handmade wontons and hand-pulled noodles straight off the counter, and I'll unpack the symbolism behind China's great banquet dishes.
Dim Sum Flight | The centerpiece of the tour: a seated dim sum tasting at one of my favorite kitchens in the city. I'll curate a flight of classic and inventive dishes and guide you through the etiquette and technique of a proper family-style meal.
Cantonese Bakery | We finish at a historic Cantonese bakery for egg tarts and pastries fresh from the oven, a sweet final stop before we part ways.
Beyond a very full stomach, you'll take home a chef's shopping list to my favorite stalls in the neighborhood, and the confidence to host your own dim sum spread for family and friends.
Ideal for serious food lovers, curious travelers, milestone celebrations, or small groups looking for a more personalized and customizable tour with a local San Franciscan chef.
What you'll get
  • A Culinary Feast: This is not a sampling tour; it includes a premium sit-down dim sum banquet, wonton noodle soup, and traditional bakery desserts.
  • Beverages: Traditional Chinese tea pairing during our sit-down meal and bottled water for walking. No wine or alcohol is included.
  • Insider Access: Guided market tours and deep culinary knowledge from a professional chef.
  • Take-Home Gift: A selection of umami sauces and recipe guides to take home for your own kitchen!
What to bring
Comfortable shoes - expect to walk ~1 mile on moderately graded hills

FAQ

When does this start?
Since each group is private, you can choose a start time between 10am and 2pm, and we'll walk, talk and eat for 3 hours. Note that lots of stores start closing up around 5pm.
Where do we meet?
We typically start at Waverly Place at the gift shop On Waverly, but this can be adjusted based on your needs or requirements.
Do I need to bring cash?
All food and non-alcoholic beverages are provided, and your tour fee is inclusive of all service and food.
Location

Chinatown San Francisco, Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA

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Eddie Lo
Eddie Lo

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Whenever I sat in my mom's kitchen growing up, she’d make dumplings while sharing memories of her own mom and grandma. I soon realized my generation was missing something important: the handmade techniques and traditions passed down through the ages. She went on to open a Chinese restaurant with my dad, where I was raised and where I learned how to make dishes featured in this class!
I'm passionate about food, cooking, and experiences, and can't wait to share with you.

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2026-11-20 15:00:00
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