Six Taste 626 Chinatown Food Tour

The Six Taste 626 Chinatown Food Tour is a guided walking tasting experience in the San Gabriel Valley, east of Los Angeles, California, operated by Six Taste Food Tours. The area code 626 gives the tour its name and refers to the cluster of cities in the valley, such as those near postcode 91776, that hold some of the most regarded Chinese restaurants in the United States. The tour lasts about four hours and visits five to six eateries over about three blocks, with more than seven tastings in total. The compact route means little walking between stops and more time seated at each restaurant. Dishes are Chinese in character, reflecting the regional variety found in the valley, and the combined portions are described by the operator as equal to a full meal. The tasting menu leans savoury, with dumplings, noodles and other regional specialities, and may include a sweet item depending on the venues. Prices start from about $100 per person, which covers all food tastings and the guided walk; gratuity for the guide, extra drinks and personal purchases are not included. Participants travel to the meeting point themselves, and the exact location is confirmed by the operator at booking, since venues may change between departures. A local guide leads the group and explains the history of Chinese immigration and settlement in the San Gabriel Valley, how regional cuisines differ and how to order and share dishes. Because the dishes are prepared in advance at each restaurant, visitors with allergies, shellfish or gluten concerns, or vegetarian needs should contact the operator before booking to ask about substitutions. Reservations are made through the operator's FareHarbor page, and the operator can be reached by phone at +1 213-798-4749. The tour is aimed at visitors who want to experience the Chinese food of the San Gabriel Valley without having to choose among its hundreds of restaurants.