The Airbnb Dining Guide Your Guests Are Hoping You’ve Already Made

Rachel Kate Knapp
Jul 24
4 min read

Here’s something every great Airbnb host knows: guests may book your place for the beds or the view, but what they’ll talk about later is the food that they ate on the trip.

The lobster roll with the buttery bun.The café with oat milk lattes and wildflower bouquets.The barefoot ice cream stop after a beach day.

Because food is about connection.

Guests may arrive as strangers to your town, but a good meal, at a local restaurant, discovered through your guide, has a way of making them feel like they belong.

🧭 Hosts: You Are the Local Expert

As an Airbnb host, you know your town in a way no Yelp review ever could. You know which spots look charming but serve frozen fries, which ones are worth the detour, and where the waitress will remember their name by night two.

Your guests are craving that kind of insight. They want the tucked-away breakfast spot, the best takeout after a beach day, the hidden gem with the perfect sunset view.

A solid dining guide in your Airbnb:

• Builds trust before your guests even check in

• Saves them hours of Googling

• Helps them experience your town like a local

You don’t have to be a foodie. You just need to care enough to share what’s good.

Let the Food Tell the Story of Their Stay

Most guests arrive with a loose plan: maybe they’ll cook a little, maybe they’ll dine out more than they expected. Because vacation isn’t just about where you stay, it's about skipping dishes, indulging in dessert, and discovering flavors they’ll talk about long after checkout.

That’s where your dining guide comes in. It’s not just a list, but instead a friendly, thoughtful companion to their stay.

On slow mornings, they’ll flip to your favorite pancake spot or the café with the best oat milk latte. After a hike or a day in the sun, they’ll turn to your go-to lunch joints that are quick, casual, and satisfying. On tired evenings, your takeout suggestions will be their saving grace (especially the ones that travel well).

And when the mood calls for something romantic, think twinkle lights, good wine, and a dish they didn’t have to cook, your dinner picks will set the scene.

Don’t forget to include spots that kids actually enjoy (without sacrificing food quality) or those cozy, comforting places for rainy days. Your honest tips, like when parking’s a pain or how early to arrive are the insider details that make a guest feel like a local.

To make your Airbnb dining guide even more helpful, consider organizing it into sections like:

• Best Breakfast & Brunch

• Date Night Picks

• Takeout That Travels Well

• Rainy Day Comfort Food

• Kid-Friendly Favorites

• Sweet Treats & Ice Cream Stops

Every bit of effort you put into this guide will come back tenfold. You will see a rise in reviews, happier guests, and a stay they’ll remember long after they’ve left.

What a Great Airbnb Dining Guide Looks Like (And How Kirsten Nailed It)

I first connected with Kirsten on Instagram about a year ago. What drew me in wasn’t just her beautiful content or her work as a real estate agent, it was the way she told stories.

She shares in a way that feels genuine and rooted in community, and even through a screen, you can tell she truly cares.

While she’s in real estate, she’s incredibly relatable to both Airbnb hosts and moms, always highlighting the kind of local charm that turns a place into a home (or a really good vacation).

I’ve followed her recommendations more than once and yes, coffee at Moonflower is as incredible as she says. I’ve already been, and I’m planning to go back next time we are in Southwest Florida.

Need inspiration? Check out Kirsten’s 2025 Dining Guide.📖 See the Guide.

What makes her Airbnb dining guide stand out:

• A beautiful, easy-to-browse layout

• Clearly labeled categories

• Real photos that show the vibe, not just the food

• Personal notes that feel handpicked—not copied and pasted

It’s more than a list. It feels like a friend giving you her favorite spots and that’s exactly what your guests are hoping for, too.

How to Build an Actually Helpful Airbnb Dining Guide (Or Let Me Do It for You😂)

Start with 8–10 local places you genuinely love. Then:

• Group them by meal or category

• Add personal notes (“great for kids,” “amazing outdoor seating,” “ask for the garlic butter”)

• Include links to menus or QR codes

• Note the hours or any seasonal info

• Snap a few photos next time you visit

Or skip the guesswork and let me help, I offer:

🗺️ Custom-designed Airbnb guidebooks (printable or digital)

📍 Interactive Google Maps with curated pins + insider tips

📝 Story-driven captions that spotlight your space and your town

Whether you want a printable PDF, a QR code on the fridge, or a branded Canva layout that fits your vibe, I’ll help you create something beautiful and useful.