NoLita's Past and Present Food & History Tour with FNYT

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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English
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Discover Little Italy & NoLita with a culinary and historic tour. Enjoy diverse tastings, including seated dishes with wine, and immerse yourself in rich culture and vibrant history.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

HISTORY MEETS ICONIC EATS AND STYLISH BOUTIQUES


Tucked off the beaten path between SoHo and Little Italy, NoLita (“North of Little Italy”) is where old-school NY charm meets modern downtown cool. As we stroll through the neighborhood’s tree-lined streets, your expert guide will serve up insider stories, hidden landmarks, the rich immigrant history, and the delicious hidden gems that we love, making this one of the most diverse food experiences in the city.


Find out where the name NoLita came from and when it became known for its charming cafes, restaurants, eateries, and boutiques. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned New Yorker, this tour is a delicious way to discover a side of downtown NYC most tourists miss.


FEATURES OF THIS TOUR:

4 indoor restaurant tastings (one with wine), and 2 on-the-go desserts.

And plenty of time indoors to use a restroom!

What You Get

Licensed NYC Tour Guide
Alcoholic beverages
Glass of wine included at Emporio (non-alcoholic beverage substitution available). More drinks are available for purchase at some other establishments. Must be 21+ years old to purchase alcohol.
Lunch
All food tastings are included in your ticket price and is enough food that you won't be hungry after!
Tour Guide Gratuity

Good To Know

  • We are only able to provide vegetarian and nut-free substitutions. We cannot accommodate vegan, gluten free, or other specific food allergies.
  • Please mention in the booking notes any dietary restrictions, including specific meat restrictions or nut allergies.
  • Please contact our office directly for any other questions related to dietary restrictions.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

1

St. Patrick's Cathedral

Start off your tour in the shadow of the original Saint Patrick's Cathedral and learn all about it's rich history in the neighborhood as a pillar of the Italian community, peek inside the "little door" and see where the most iconic Godfather Movie scene was shot!
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Tacombi

*SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Try our favorite bite from one of NYC's most popular, and authentic Mexican taqueria's, which is paired with their refreshing Watermelon Fresca juice.
25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Albanese Meats & Poultry

We stop in at this local butcher that's been a staple in the neighborhood for over 100 years, where Martin Scorsese used to shop and now a popular location seen in the TV show "The Marvelous Miss Maisel"
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Elizabeth Street Garden

Stroll through this beautiful neighborhood garden, filled with classic statures and modern sculptures. Learn all about it's storied history and how it may be demolished soon to make way for more housing.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Emporio

*SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Watch a pizzola make your authentic Neapolitan style pizza in front of your eyes, and see it cook in just minutes inside the wood fired oven. Enjoys this setting tasting with a paired glass of wine (INCLUDED!!) for an elevated tasting like NO OTHER FOOD TOUR!
25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Ravenite Social Club/Former HQ Of Gambino Crime Family

Stop outside of this historic spot where the Gotti Mafia Family used to have their social club and take care of "Family business"!
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

5ive Spice Taco & Banh Mi

*SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Let us take your palate on a ride at a popular Vietnamese fusion restaurant serving rice crepe tacos filled with classic Vietnamese fillings like lemongrass chicken and pickled veggies!
25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
8

Little Italy

We'll take a walk by the "Little Italy" restaurant row lined with classic red sauce joints hawking dinner deals and imported Italian products at specialty shops, learn about our favorite places and where to eat.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
9

Despaña

Packed with imported direct from Spain, this cafe and marketplace makes their delicious Chorizo in house, which we try as a Bocadila topped with manchego cheese and toasted. Browse the 100's of other Spanish products that they import direct from like imberico ham, tinned fish, snacks and cheeses to make beautiful party trays and picnic spreads.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
10

Stick With Me

Try one of NYC's most beautiful looking, and delicious tasting, chocolate bon bon's that take 3 days to make by hand from a chocolatier who has work at some of NYC's best restaurants.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
11

Cafè Belle

We start our food tour off at one of our favorite woman-owned cafe's in Nolita, tasting their house made Italian Rainbow Cookie, the perfect way to start off a food tour!
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Cafè Belle, Mulberry Street, New York County New York, United States, US, 10012

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Cafe Belle is located on Mulberry Street, between Houston St. and Prince St.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Must Do Tour with an Amazing Guide!
June 18, 2025
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We cannot recommend this walking food tour enough! Jackie was an AMAZING guide providing wonderful energy to the tour, sharing interesting information about the city, neighborhoods, food, and more!...read more

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Food and fun in Nolita!
June 16, 2025
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My husband and I were delighted by our Nolita tour! We loved the stops on this excursion. The food was great! We especially enjoyed watching Fernando expertly cook our pizza in a 769 degree F oven...read more

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Great variety of restaurant stops so go hungry
June 07, 2025
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Easy stroll through quaint neighborhoods. The variety of food was great. Jackie was an amazing tour guide and very informative about the foods and the area! Other food tours may have just sample...read more

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Great food, Great guide!
May 29, 2025
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Bert is an excellent guide. Not only does he know food he loves sharing information about the neighborhood.

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"A must do"
May 11, 2025
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Was recommended to do this food tour when visiting NY with my Mom for her 80th birthday. What a fantastic experience! Bert was our guide and he was warm, engaging, knowledgeable and just really f...read more

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