R St Food Tour: Local Roots Food Tours in Sacramento
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, involves moderate walking on flat urban paths.
Overview
Discover Sacramento’s R Street district with Local Roots Food Tours’ 3-hour journey through historic buildings and bold flavors. Taste specialty coffee, poke tostadas, gourmet doughnuts, and more while learning the vibrant story behind this evolving neighborhood.
R St Arts & History Food Tour
Mon-Fri 1:00 pm | 3 Hours
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About This Adventure
Explore Sacramento's vibrant R Street district on a captivating 3-hour food tour that blends history with culinary delights. Discover unique brick buildings and enjoy tastings of specialty coffee, fresh poke tostadas, gourmet doughnuts, and more. Experience the rich past and exciting future of this dynamic area through its diverse flavors.
Rates
- Adults (Ages 13 to 64) - $78
- Child (Ages 7 - 12) - $74
- Military (Active, Retired) - $74
- Senior (Ages 65+) - $70
Duration
3 Hours
R Street has emergence as a vibrant and distinctive district with a unique history in our city, state, and county. Many brick buildings, landmarks, and street elements reflect the former rail based business activity that existed for over century. R Street’s historic structures are now home to some of the best dining, cocktails, entertainment, art and design that Sacramento has to offer. Let us show you how R Street began and bring you up to speed on what makes this district a celebration of Sacramento’s past while looking to the future.
While each of our tours is unique and foods are varied, typical tastings on this tour might include:
- Specialty Coffee Drinks
- Fresh Poke Tostadas
- Pizza with Fresh Seasonal Toppings
- Unique and Untraditional Tacos
- Chocolate Avocado Mousse
- Gourmet Doughnuts
- Seasonal Cocktails
If this tour is sold out, you can check out our other tours here!
Adventure Tips
Comfortable walking shoes
Wear sturdy shoes to easily navigate R Street’s brick sidewalks and urban terrain.
Arrive hungry
This food tour offers a range of small tastings, so come ready to enjoy multiple dishes.
Hydrate throughout the tour
Carry water, especially in warmer months, to stay refreshed between stops.
Mind the weather
Tours run rain or shine; bring a hat or light rain jacket as needed.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban migratory birds such as red-tailed hawks.
- City squirrels commonly seen in nearby green spaces.
History
R Street was once the city’s key industrial rail corridor during the late 1800s, now revitalized into a vibrant arts and dining district.
Conservation
Efforts to preserve historic brick architecture blend with urban renewal projects that promote sustainable local businesses.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear helps tackle mixed brick and sidewalk surfaces comfortably.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is key, especially during hotter months on the tour.
summer specific
Light rain jacket
Protect yourself from unexpected showers in cooler, wetter seasons.
spring|winter specific
Sun hat or sunglasses
Keep sun protection handy during sunny afternoon stops.
summer specific