Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones: An Old Town San Diego Food Tour
Old Town San Diego - Tequila, Tacos, and Tombstones, Meet at Cafe Coyote (2461 San Diego Avenue San Diego, CA 92110)
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- $45.00
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Goldstar Member on Where to Eat
Food is more than ample with the appetizer portions by the time you visit 4 restaurants.
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Goldstar Member on What to Wear
You are outdoors most of the time so dress for the weather.
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Goldstar Member on Where to Eat
Definately enough food was given.
18 Goldstar Member Reviews
Yvonne A.
Food was good - there was enough vegetarian options.. the dessert at the Cosmopolitan was fabulous. :-)Written on Feb 18 2012
The tour part was simply awful.... the guide knew nothing about Old Town history... and made up things as she went along. :-(
This was quite a contrast to the Little Italy tour and the Gas Lamp tour - both were excellent!
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BookishinSac
My aunt, who is a San Diego local, and I, who had come from out of town, both really enjoyed the tour. As other reviewers have said, the food added up to a plentiful amount, the drinks were tasty, but no too potent for the circumstances. Our guide, Rochelle, was sweet, personable, and conversational in her delivery of historical information. I would definitely recommend it.Written on Apr 26 2012
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It was a good time. Our guide, Rochelle, was quite delightful and knowledgeable. The food and drinks at each of the restaurants were tasty and fresh. The cemetery was quite interesting. I had a great experience when I took a photo of one of the "Grave Site" markers. They were put in the sidewalks and streets to respect the dead even though they were not identified by name. My photo was taken in total shade and yet the photo reflected an orange/yellow aura! Quite exciting!Written on Apr 17 2012
I would definitely recommend this adventure.
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Not as interesting as I thought it would be. It gave me a little taste of San Diego but I will go back on my own to see the museums (that were closed on the tour)Written on Apr 12 2012
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More Information About Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones
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Description
The first visitors to San Diego were Spanish explorers in 1542, but settlement did not start until much later, in 1769, when Spain realized that their claimed land was being threatened by Russian hunters arriving from the north end of the continent. The brave Spanish missionaries and military men came by land and sea to stand strong for their beloved flag, culture and religion. Learn about their story, and the beginning of the nation’s 9th largest city.
Travel into a world of new opportunity, colorful customs, and ruthless pride as you walk the streets of San Diego’s Old Town; a neighborhood known as the very first town of California, and represents the life between the years of 1820-1870′s. Check out the original buildings that were built of some of the only natural resources the land has to offer, and learn how and why the natives thrived in their dry and warm environment.
Bull fights, horse races, pistol shooting matches, dances, and political events were carried out in the town plaza during the Mexican period and then later during American/Gold Rush period. Learn about the difference between the two, and the marriage between the cultures.
As one of the nation’s most haunted neighborhoods, the ghost stories of the Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones tour will have you looking over your shoulder for spirits that linger in the town. Visit the oldest cemetery in San Diego, and meet some of the notorious people who still haunt the streets of the eery neighborhood at night. Walk by America’s most haunted house: the Whaley House, and end up at the most luxurious and historic hotel in Old Town.
Participating Restaurants:
Cafe Coyote
El Fandango: Look out onto the Plaza de las Armas on the patio of this Old Town favorite. Taste homemade Mexican treats and sample one of their specialty cocktails.
Old Town Mining Company: Known to be one of San Diego’s best casual steak houses, you will taste delicious BBQ beef sliders and locally brewed Karl Strauss Red Trolley Ale.
The Cosmopolitan Hotel: A beautifully renovated historic hotel, formally known as Casa de Bandini. We end the tour here with one-of-a-kind churros with Ibarra chocolate dipping sauce and a surprise cocktail.
Restaurants are confirmed as of publication, but may vary. While all ages are welcome, this tour is recommended for ages 21 and older.
About the Ticket Supplier: So Diego Tours
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