Food Tour - Immigrant Influence in NYC

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trying new york city pizza on a food tour

$ 79 Per person

all-inclusive: 5 food stops and taxes.

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What You’ll Do

Discover the rich cultural history of New York City through a tapestry of diverse flavors.

Experience a food tour through the vibrant streets of New York City, tracing the footsteps of immigrants who brought rich culinary traditions from their homelands. From the Lower East Side to bustling Chinatown and the iconic shops of Little Italy, these flavors continue to shape the city’s diverse food scene.

Enthusiastic and knowledgeable local guides like Guide Lauren share captivating stories of travelers from Eastern Europe, Germany and Puerto Rico. Explore unique and historic neighborhoods while learning about the cultural significance behind the beloved foods that make New York City’s cuisine so celebrated and dynamic. Book today to taste the history and heart of the NY city.

Your Tastings

Stop 1

Authentic Handmade Chinese Dumplings
Freshly crafted dumplings bursting with traditional flavors

Stop 2

Jewish Bagels and Bialys
Classic NYC bagels and bialys with authentic toppings

Stop 3

Classic Jewish Knishes
Savory pockets filled with hearty, time-honored fillings

Stop 4

Italian Cannoli
Crispy shells filled with sweet, creamy ricotta from Little Italy

Stop 5

Italian Pizza
Wood-fired slices with rich, authentic Italian toppings

Stop 6

NYC Yellow Taxi Cake Pops
Fun, colorful cake pops inspired by the city’s iconic taxis

Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.

Tour Facts

Minimum Guests 1
Maximum Guests 6
Food Stops 5
Approximate Duration 3 hours
Labels Chinatown, City Tours, Walking Food Tours

Meet your guide

Guide Lauren or Local Guide

20 reviews

Guide Lauren has lived in NYC since 2004 and has more than 10 years of experience in the tourism and hospitality industries. A lover of hidden gems, she always knows the best places to go. Now, you can join Guide Lauren on an immersive culinary adventure that showcases NYC and Brooklyn neighborhoods through food and art. Each experience Guide Lauren offers is sure to be packed with incredible stories and a ton of personality.

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What You’ll Do

Discover the rich cultural history of New York City through a tapestry of diverse flavors.

Your Tastings

Stop 1

Authentic Handmade Chinese Dumplings
Freshly crafted dumplings bursting with traditional flavors

Stop 2

Jewish Bagels and Bialys
Classic NYC bagels and bialys with authentic toppings

Stop 3

Classic Jewish Knishes
Savory pockets filled with hearty, time-honored fillings

Stop 4

Italian Cannoli
Crispy shells filled with sweet, creamy ricotta from Little Italy

Stop 5

Italian Pizza
Wood-fired slices with rich, authentic Italian toppings

Stop 6

NYC Yellow Taxi Cake Pops
Fun, colorful cake pops inspired by the city’s iconic taxis

Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.

Tour Facts

Minimum Guests 1
Maximum Guests 6
Food Stops 5
Approximate Duration 3 hours
Labels Chinatown, City Tours, Walking Food Tours

Reviews

Reviews guests left for this experience

Bryan

05 Oct 2024

He was good

Reviews guests left for other experiences with Guide Lauren or Local Guide

Allen

25 Jul 2024

A tour with historical info and stops at a handful of the food stalls in the Chelsea Market and Market 57. Advice: skip breakfast and come hungry! Note that Lauren isn’t the guide and 6 isn’t the maximum number of guests. Our group had 12 people and it was fine but not intimate or full of “hidden gems” as in the description.

Bart

08 Apr 2024

We had to leave at 1PM to catch our flight, but a croissant and a slice of pizza is not really what I expected for a food tour ... ;(

Felipe

15 Oct 2023

The tour was amazing! We learned a lot about the history of Williamsburg and ate delicious food!

Tatiana

27 Aug 2023

Chris was very friendly and informative about the landmarks of Nyc. The tour was great, enjoyed trying different foods, and chatting with folks from different states

Pattie

10 Apr 2023

A fantastic food tour! We were stuffed with food and information about NYC.

Susan

28 Dec 2022

Justin was a fabulous guide! Really personable and knowledgeable. We learned so much about the neighborhood (and we are originally New Yorkers). The food was all delicious. Would highly recommend!

Linda Meyer

05 Nov 2022

Our local guide was amazing and incredibly knowledgeable. It was a wonderful experience.

Michael

30 Jun 2022

Justin was fun, informed, articulate, and entertaining. We thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated our time with him.

Audrey

19 Jun 2019

The tour of Flatiron will give you a comprehensive look at the history of the district and New York City. She weaves in lots of fun anecdotes about the neighborhood and where the food you eat comes from. We tried New York staples and artisanal takes on classic dishes. I loved getting a true sense of how what I tasted was shaped by the changing of time!

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Michelle

27 Mar 2023

We had a wonderful time exploring parts of NYC that we had never been to! We live in northern New Jersey and are in the city plenty, but really enjoyed learning the history of the areas we visited! The food at Chelsea Market was AMAZING and our guide was so great! Thank you for such a fun experience!

Sam

27 Mar 2023

We participated in the Chelsea Market-High Line food tour. It was a great experience and the food was good but our tour guide was even better! David was friendly, knowledgeable and energetic! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and we would not hesitate to book again. Thank you David! You are awesome!!

Naomi

27 Mar 2023

We absolutely loved the flatiron food tour. Our guide Justin was so knowledgable and passionate about the area, and gave us a fantastic experience. Thank you so much for a wonderful trip!

Wendy

27 Mar 2023

This was a great trip. Interesting pieces of history and the food was great. Lots of food-make sure you are hungry! Justin was very knowledgeable and personable. He made everyone feel welcome! Great tour.

Maria A

27 Mar 2023

Our guide Chris was amazing. He told us about diversity of Williamsburg and gave great suggestions on where to eat and shop for unique foods. Food was delicious and a lot of different flavors to taste. Nothing really I dislike about this tour.

Sandy

27 Mar 2023

Walter was engaging and personable! We learned a lot of history and even the resident Brooklynites learned a thing or two about their neighborhood! The food was delicious and well curated.

Kim

27 Mar 2023

Bridget was awesome! She was passionate and informative, interjecting pearls and tidbits making history come alive. She was friendly, easy to talk with, and patient. The food choices were delicious with a nice variety.

27 Mar 2023

Had a great time on our food tour in Williamsburg! So many delicious foods (they’re not kidding when they say it’s a lot of food!!) Our tour guide, Walter, was excellent. He had many interesting details and stories about the area to share as we strolled through Brooklyn. I would highly recommend this tour!!