Lower East Side Eats Food Tour

4.9 (107 reviews) New York City, USA
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Duration3h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

On this 3-hour food tour of the Lower East Side, you will eat your way through the streets, as you sample delicacies from New York's premier appetizing stores, ethnic eateries, and "mom and pop" restaurants. We make 6 different delectable stops on the tour (enough for lunch) Explore what was once an immigrant and working class neighborhood rich in ethnic diversity and culture. Learn about the history of the tenement buildings and much more!

What's included

  • Licensed New York City sightseeing guides
  • 6 food tastings (enough for lunch)
  • 3-hour walking food tour with a discussion of neighborhood history and culture
  • Transportation to and from the meeting location

What to expect

  1. 20m · Admission ticket included
    The oldest and best delicatessen in New York (Est. 1888)
  2. 20m · Admission ticket included
    Amazingly Delicious Authentic Dominican Cuisine (Est. 1986)
  3. Economy Candy
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The last old fashioned candy store in New Yorkl Stocking all types of candy, nuts, and dried fruit from floor-to- ceiling. “Noshers’ paradise of the Lower East Side.” (Est. 1937)
  4. 15m · Admission ticket included
    Artisanal cheese shop, specializing in top quality goods from small producers. resplendent with beautifully packaged jams, honeys, mustards, vinegars, olive oils, and cured meats
  5. The Pickle Guys
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Pickles made the old-fashioned way, from traditional cucumber pickles to pickled mango and pineapple. Pucker up! (Est. 2002)
  6. 15m · Admission ticket included
    The oldest bialy bakery in the United States. (Est. 1936)
  7. 15m · Admission ticket included
    Unique flavors that redefine the doughnut. (Est.1994)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will be meeting at 205 East Houston Street (outside in front of Katz's Deli, in front of the sign that says "Known as the best since 1888."

The sign is on the Ludlow Street side of Katz's. Katz's is on the corner of East Houston Street and Ludlow St. If your late, go inside Katz's

End point

Outside in front of The Doughnut Plant

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wear comfortable shoes

Cancellation policy

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

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