Private Lower East Side, Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour

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What You’ll Experience
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3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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English, Spanish
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Experience NYC's cultural mosaic on a private tour. Savor authentic bites from Chinatown, Little Italy and more, celebrating immigrant history. Book now for a flavor-packed journey!

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

Experience Details

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culinary traditions of the Lower East Side. Explore authentic flavors from Chinatown, Little Italy, and more, celebrating New York City's rich immigrant heritage.


Why You’ll Love This Tour:

Cultural Insights: Discover neighborhoods enriched by immigrants, now trendy culinary hotspots.


Diverse Culinary Stops: Sample dishes like Italian cuisine at Mille Nonne, classic cannolis at Ferrara’s Bakery, legendary dumplings at Nom Wah, and Eastern European flavors at Kossar’s.


Support Local and Sustainable Practices: Engage with local businesses and sustainability efforts to preserve cultural and culinary integrity.


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Featured Food Stops: Enjoy traditional Chinese and Italian recipes that celebrate a rich cultural legacy.


Book Your Tour: Secure your spot for a profound journey through one of NYC’s most storied neighborhoods.


What You Get

Water available at most stops
Lunch
Professional Guide
Alcoholic beverages
(available to purchase)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Good To Know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals allowed
  • Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

1

Essex Street Market

Essex Street Market is New York City’s most historic public market. The market place has been around since 1888 and recently moved into a new facility which is a major upgrade from its former location across the street. The market as some of the freshest, most delicious, and most diverse food experience in New York.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Yonah Schimmel's Knish Bakery

Enjoy fresh baked knish & some Jewish classics made since 1910
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Kossar's Bagels & Bialys (LES)

Delicious Bagels
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Chinatown

Hidden gem in Chinatown for dumplings
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

The Pickle Guys

Delicious Pickles
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Ferrara Bakery & Cafe

Sample a delicious cannoli!
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

Nolita Pizza

Taste a slice of Little Italy favorite Nolita Pizza.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Essex Market, Essex Street, New York County New York, United States, US, 10002

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Meet your guide at the entrance to the Hester Street Fair by the Hester Street Fair sign. It's at the corner of Essex Street and Hester Street.
End Point

Alleva Dairy, Grand Street, New York County New York, United States, US, 10013

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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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Amazing NYC food tour
November 07, 2023
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We had an amazing experience, our guide was extremely knowledgeable of the area and the food catered for all ages and dietary restrictions.

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Earliest available date: August 17, 2025
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