đ˝ď¸Savor Homegrown Flavors in the heart of Monterey Bayđ Montereyâs original walking food!
Discover...the hidden gems of the Monterey Bay
Taste...food and beverages from the Central Coast's finest
Enjoy...the sights and sounds of Monterey Bay as we stroll through the most unique eateries and restaurants
05/19/2025
We love it when guests meet as strangers but leave as friends!
Todayâs tour group shared great food, fun stories, and lots of laughsâand thatâs what itâs all about. Come join us for a delicious way to connect in Monterey!
05/16/2025
đ Friday mood: This Strawberry Margarita Hard Seltzer at Dust Bowl Brewing! đš If beerâs not your thing, donât worryâthere are plenty of other options on our tour, from hard seltzers to local wines.
Perfectly refreshing with a hint of sweet and salty goodness from the rim of your choiceâsalt, sugar, or TajĂn. đśď¸ What would you pick? Let us know in the comments!
đ Available at Dust Bowl Brewing, one of the stops on our Old Monterey Food Tour!
05/13/2025
đşđ¸ Did you know? The American flag at Simoneau Plaza has only 28 starsârepresenting the number of states in the U.S. when the flag was first raised in Monterey in 1846.
Monterey is one of the most historically rich cities in California, once serving as the capital under Spain, Mexico, and the U.S. It was even briefly taken over by an Argentine privateerâbasically a government-sanctioned pirateâduring Argentinaâs war for independence in 1818!
Want to hear more fascinating history? Join us on our Old Monterey Food Tour and discover the stories behind the places youâre dining!
Tag a history buff in the comments! đ
05/10/2025
40 years of friendship, and still making sweet memories together!
We were honored to host this lovely trio on our Old Monterey Food Tour, with stops at Revival Ice Cream and Melville Tavern. Hereâs to decades of laughter, love, and delicious bites!
05/05/2025
A great day out with this fabulous group of ladies at Melville Tavern! Good food, good company, and one of our amazing guides, Jessica, leading the way through Old Monterey. Cheers to memorable bites and fun facts along the way!
05/04/2025
May the 4th be with you! You never know who youâll run into on a Monterey Bay Food Tourâlike Darth Vader making a surprise appearance at our bridal shower tour! Just another memorable day in Monterey.
Our tours are perfect for groups celebrating birthdays, bridal showers, team outings, and more. Use the link in bio to book your next adventure!
05/03/2025
đ Meet our special guest tour guideâSal! đ
Born and raised in Monterey County, Sal is a content creator, local foodie, and the fun personality behind . Known for his charisma, great attitude, and hearty laugh (trust usâyouâll know it when you hear it!), heâs passionate about highlighting local eats, coffee, and culture through his content, podcasts, and media company.
When heâs not exploring Montereyâs best bites and brews, youâll find him connecting with people, savoring good food and coffee, and experiencing lifeâall captured thanks to his wife behind the camera! đ¸
Have questions about our special Chubbinâ with Chava Food Tour? Drop them in the comments! Salâs looking forward to connecting with you.
đ Link to book in bio
05/02/2025
Foodies, youâre gonna love this lineup!
Some throwback MBFT stops you know and love, plus exciting new spots hand-picked by Sal. Local gems, authentic bites, and true Monterey flavorâready to join Sal on a downtown adventure? đ
đ Link in bio to book this exclusive tour - Chubbinâ with Chava - Friday, May 9th, 6pm
05/01/2025
đ BIG NEWS! đ
Our newest tour is officially LIVEâChubbinâ with Chava: An Exclusive Downtown Monterey Food Tour!
For now, weâre offering ONE exclusive dateâFriday, May 9 at 6pm! Donât miss your chance to join Sal (), lifelong Monterey native, foodie, and the guy behind that contagious laugh youâll never forget!
Come hungry. Leave happy. Reserve your spot nowâspaces are limited!
âĄď¸ Link in bio!
04/27/2025
Wishing all the runners taking on the Big Sur International Marathon today the best of luck!
Thereâs truly no race more beautiful â or more challenging. đââď¸
When I decided I wanted to run a marathon, I knew it had to be Big Sur. đ Many half marathons later, itâs still the only full marathon Iâve done â and the most unforgettable race Iâve ever run.
To everyone out there today: soak in every mile, every view, and every unforgettable moment. Youâve already accomplished something amazing just by making it to the starting line!
04/24/2025
đł Did you know? Monterey Bay is home to one of the most diverse marine ecosystems in the world!
From sea otters to migrating whales, this coastline is teeming with life. Another reason why fresh seafood tastes so good here! đ˝ď¸đ
Whatâs your favorite marine animal? đŚŚ
04/22/2025
đ Happy Earth Day! đ
Sustainability matters, and weâre proud to support local producers with our Foodie Totesâfilled with locally sourced, small-batch treats! Reduce waste and shop local with a gift that gives back.
Letâs celebrate sustainable choices today and every day! âťď¸
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I am the owner of Monterey Bay Food Tours, the first and only walking food tour in Monterey. If you are not familiar with a walking food tour, it is a great way to visit multiple unique local eateries and restaurants sampling their specialties at a leisurely pace, with the convenience of pre-planning and coordination by a local tour guide.
My customers will have a unique experience that they would not have if they were to visit these restaurants on their own. This could be anything from sitting somewhere special, taking a kitchen tour, talking with the owner or chef, a visit from a wine maker, to eating something that is not on the menu. Monterey Bay Food Tours is committed to sharing a passion for food in a fun and creative environment and strive to provide exceptional customer service and an unforgettable experience. Our tours are great for locals and tourist alike. Every time I do a tour with locals, they always discover something new!
The Old Monterey tours are open to the public through on-line booking and will accommodate up to 12 people. The Old Monterey Tour is approximately three hours and will take you to 5-6 different restaurants and eateries on the side streets of Downtown Monterey and Fishermanâs Wharf, spending about 25 minutes at each stop. You will taste the different cultural influences that have made Monterey what it is today. Your tour guide will also tell you some fun facts about the Monterey Bay area.
I am currently working with restaurants and eateries in New Monterey to offer a one of a kind tour with some of Monterey's finest. This area was once the home of the sardine canneries and the inspiration of several Steinbeck novels. Today it is one of the most visited areas in the Monterey Bay, but actually has some of the best "off the beaten path" hidden gems. We can't wait to share!
We also offer custom and private tours. We can customize tours to meet your needs. Working with a specific budget? Want an all seafood tour? Want a stop at a local cigar shop to browse ci**rs, local wines, scotch, and beers? Want an all vegetarian tour? Want 3, 5, or 7 restaurants and all beer, wine, cocktails, or nonalcoholic beverages at each stop? Contact us so we can put together your unique experience.
Customers can book online at montereybayfoodtours.com