New York East Village Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries & Sweet Treats

5.0 (39 reviews) New York City, USA
Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Our East Village tour begins at one of New York’s donut institutions, Donut Pub. Donut Pub has been around for over 50 years and has some of the best donuts in New York City.

We’ll showcase some of their most famous flavors and you’ll get to sample many of them. From here, we’ll take a walk through the lovely neighborhoods, high rises, parks, and landmarks which dot East Village and make it one of New York’s most iconic neighborhoods.

At our next stop, we’ll try some classic Italian Bomboloni that you’ll swear came right from the old country. If you’ve never had bomboloni, you are in for a treat! From here, we’ll highlight some of the music history and icons in the surrounding neighborhood including CBGB and Bowery Electric one our way to our third stop.

Here, we’ll highlight their signature cardamom buns which were recently a viral sensation on TikTok. And last, but not least, we’ll end our tour with some incredible artisan donuts which rotate seasonally.

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What's included

  • Receive insider recommendations for food, nightlife, and attractions.
  • Create unforgettable memories with friends and fellow travelers.
  • Experience one of New York City's most eclectic neighborhoods.
  • Learn about the neighborhood's rich cultural and immigrant history.
  • Discover hidden gems and beloved local bakeries.
  • Visit iconic streets and landmarks throughout the East Village.
  • Hear stories about the artists, musicians, and visionaries who shaped the area.
  • Capture photos of colorful storefronts, murals, and local landmarks.
  • Explore the vibrant streets of Manhattan's East Village.
  • Sample delicious donuts, pastries, and sweet treats along the route.
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. 20m
    We'll begin our tour here and highlight the amazing donuts we think you should try, as well as the history around The Donut Pub.
  2. Astor Place
    20m
    We'll talk about Astor Place and it's importance to the history of the neighborhood along with the surrounding buildings, theaters and sculptures in the area.
  3. Bowery
    20m
    We'll walk through Bowery street and talk about its importance to the East Village, along with the various musical theaters that used to grace the neighborhood (CBGB's and others).
  4. 15m
    We'll walk past McSorely's and briefly talk about the history of the bar and the location. New York cities oldest Irish pub.
  5. 20m
    We'll try some of their amazing pastries and talk about the history of La Cabra.
  6. 15m
    A little gem in the heart of East Village. Russo's is a cheese and pasta shop serving homemade, fresh mozzarella and other Italian favorites. We'll highlight some products you should try after the tour.
  7. 10m
    Petit Chou is a French inspired bakery with a special focus on choux pastry. Choux pastry is the base dough for all eclairs, cream puffs and profiteroles. When prepared properly it is light, crispy, with a tender interior and a perfectly hollow center. This provides us the perfect vehicle to deliver you with generously flavorful bites.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet you at The Donut Pub. Please go inside and find your guide there.

End point

We will end the tour at Petit Chou. Please ask your guide for any directions you may need when leaving the tour.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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