Catalina Foodie Itinerary Adventure
2-day itinerary focused on where to eat on Catalina Island
Day 1: Burgers, Buffalo Milk & Coastal Bites
Morning
- Breakfast: Select from a variety of restaurants serving morning delights like the Morning Glory Muffin, coconut macadamia pancakes, giant biscuits and hearty omelets and an iced lavender latte.
Mid-Morning
- Fishing Charter Adventure – Catch local fish, then have a restaurant (like The Bluewater Grille) cook it for dinner!
Lunch
- Check out our Bison Burger Trail and try a juicy bison burger and Buffalo Milk Trail to Sip a classic Buffalo Milk Cocktail born in Two Harbors on Catalina island (it's like a boozy banana milkshake).
Afternoon
- Taste the Flavors of Catalina on a Walking Food Tour as you sip, sample & savor Avalon’s best at 5+ unique tasting locations.
- Taste Around Avalon (the first Thursday after Memorial Day) – Enjoy a self-guided tasting tour from Avalon’s top restaurants!
Dinner
- Dine Al Fresco on the Beach, over the water or inside in front of the water – No matter your restaurant choice, you will enjoy dishes like the Catalina Lobster Mac & Cheese, a Wagyu Smashburger, a Filet Mignon & Lobster Tail, Lobster Thermidor or the Catalina Swordfish.
Evening
- Drinks at FLX Biergarten or Catalina Island Brew House – Hidden gems with fantastic beer selection and laid-back atmospheres offering beer flights and local brews.
- Live Music at Luau Larry’s – Order a Wiki Wacker, get a free straw hat, and enjoy the tunes! And check out the historic Marlin Club with the boat shaped bar and undersea theme.
Day 2: Scenic Eats, Airport in the Sky & More Buffalo Milk
Morning
- Take a Shuttle Van Ride to Airport in the Sky – A scenic drive into the island’s interior with breathtaking views.
- Breakfast at Airport in the Sky Restaurant – Famous for their bison chorizo burrito. Grab a killer homemade cookie to go.
Mid-Morning
- Explore the Catalina Island Conservancy trails – Spot bison and soak in the stunning island landscape.
Lunch
- Back in Avalon, enjoy one of the many quick grab restaurants on the pier and along Crescent Avenue.
Afternoon
- Another stop on the Buffalo Milk Trail is Maggie’s Blue Rose – Try a fun twist with a Buffalo Milk Margarita.
- Avalon Restaurant Week (If visiting in June) – Prix-fixe menus at the island’s best spots!
Dinner
- With over 15 spots to have dinner, take your pick for your final evening on Catalina Island.
Evening
- Final Nightcap – Enjoy a Catalina Espresso Martini while watching the sunset over the harbor.
Where To Eat
When it comes to restaurant and dining options, Catalina Island offers something to satisfy even the pickiest of palates. Catalina dining options…
Quick Eats
Go casual at one of our quick serve restaurants. Grab a gourmet sandwich or salad, a seaside fish ‘n chips, a famous buffalo burger or other…
Catalina Island Restaurants
From carefully curated culinary creations to quick eats to consume on the beach, Catalina Island offers a smorgasbord of dining options sure to please…
Sweets And Treats
Salt water taffy, caramel apples, hand-dipped chocolates, gourmet cookies and ice cream are just some of the ways to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Explore the Island
Submarine & Inside Land Tours
Catalina Adventure Tours
Book Direct & Save! Tours offered multiple times daily, Submarine tours depart from Green Pier & Inside Land Tours from the Mole.
$10 Off Catalina Island Ferry
Onboard Catalina Flyer
Hop onboard the Catalina Flyer for daily ferry service from Newport Beach to Avalon, Catalina Island in just over 1 hour.