This unique food, wine, and history tour offers an authentic local experience, taking you to hidden gems around charming downtown Sonoma.
3 hours
2 to 10 people
Discover the vibrant culinary scene of Sonoma with an engaging and expert local guide. We'll meet at the historic Depot and embark on a delightful journey through some of the best culinary spots Sonoma has to offer. Tours run every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Limited availability! Book in advance to secure your spot and please mention any food allergies, requirements or special occasions in the notes when you book.
453 1st St E, Sonoma, CA 95476
Founded by Mia Steiger in 2015, Sonoma Food Tour offers a unique way to experience Sonoma's rich culinary landscape. The tour takes guests on a delightful journey through Sonoma's vibrant downtown, where they enjoy tastings from various local artisans while learning about the region's heritage. This insider experience is perfect for those looking to explore the hidden culinary gems of Sonoma.
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This three-hour walking tour has become a local favorite, with guides like Abby, Caroline, Mia, and Amy consistently earning praise for their warm personalities and deep knowledge of Sonoma's history. The experience hits a sweet spot between educational and delicious, taking small groups to carefully curated stops including a Mexican restaurant, chocolate shop, wineries, cheese makers, and an ice creamery. Reviewers appreciate how seamlessly everything flows, with each business clearly expecting the group and ready to serve generous portions that add up to a full meal plus treats. The thoughtful details make a difference here. Guides photograph your group and share the images afterward, provide hand-drawn maps for notes, and greet local business owners like old friends, extending that warmth to guests. The pace allows for leisurely enjoyment without feeling rushed, and the moderate walking covers hidden alleys and spots around Sonoma Plaza that visitors might miss exploring solo. Even locals who've taken the tour multiple times say they learn something new each time, making it work equally well for first-timers and those already familiar with the area.
Wow! What a great food tour! I booked this as a gift for my mom who was celebrating her 88th birthday and Deborah was just wonderful. Honestly, we couldn’t have had a better guide. She really made the history of Sonoma come to life. And listening to her stories about the past was such a wonderful complement to all the delicious food and drink we had the pleasure of enjoying. From start to finish, everything was so well organized. We even got the chance to spend a few moments with a very friendly Clydesdale horse who came up to greet us as we walked by his enclosure. Even Deborah was surprised by that because she said that when she’s done other tours, he’s always quite far away. Of course, there are also so many great shops to explore in Sonoma too, which of course we did after the tour. This was an absolutely perfect way to spend the day and an experience that I highly recommend.
Barbara Elliott
March 29, 2026
Wow! What a great food tour! I booked this as a gift for my mom who was celebrating her 88th birthday and Deborah was just wonderful. Honestly, we couldn’t have had a better guide. She really made the history of Sonoma come to life. And listening to her stories about the past was such a wonderful complement to all the delicious food and drink we had the pleasure of enjoying. From start to finish, everything was so well organized. We even got the chance to spend a few moments with a very friendly Clydesdale horse who came up to greet us as we walked by his enclosure. Even Deborah was surprised by that because she said that when she’s done other tours, he’s always quite far away. Of course, there are also so many great shops to explore in Sonoma too, which of course we did after the tour. This was an absolutely perfect way to spend the day and an experience that I highly recommend.
Barbara Elliott
March 29, 2026