2026 Asia in Queens: Exploring NYC’s Largest Chinatown
Description
This diversity is perhaps best represented through Flushing’s stellar food scene. On this walk through the neighborhood, we’ll explore the area’s almost mind-blowing culinary diversity while also learning about Flushing’s fascinating history. We’ll visit vendors, the outdoor stands of local restaurants and some of Flushing’s mall-based food courts – considered by locals to have some of the area’s best eats – tasting delicacies from China, Korea, Vietnam and other countries. From stalls selling Hong Kong-style dim sum and snacks to bakeries turning out the Korean take on French pastries and a visit to a local kimchi maker, we’ll dive deep into the best that the neighborhood has to offer. On our Flushing food tour, we’ll take a look at some of area’s unique cultural markers, from a storefront Daoist temple to the Flushing Quaker Meeting House, built in 1694 – a testament to the important role the area, originally a Dutch settlement, has played in the history of New York.
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We’ll visit vendors, the outdoor stands of local restaurants and some of Flushing’s mall-based food courts – considered by locals to have some of the area’s best eats
Here we will take in the views and find another awesome bite.
Here we will discuss the history and have something to eat.
Around here we will have some special bites and take in some history
In this area we will take in the history and something good to eat.
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Important 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
Reviews(25)
This is by far the best food tour I have ever been on. Our guide, Sierra was incredibly nice and so knowledgeable. I like that they keep the groups small and that the tour isn't just about food, but about the neighborhood and it's history as well. We had an amazing time. Thank you Sierra! We hope to see you again.
Thank you for the wonderful review and for joining us to explore the vibrant daily life of the neighborhood. We are so glad you connected with the history of the area and the unsung heroes who work hard to preserve their culinary traditions. Your support means the world to our local community and our mission of sharing these incredible human stories.
Sierra was a fantastic guide. We learned so much about not only the food but the Flushing area as well. We appreciate how they flexed your dietary preferences and allowed us to try things of interest. A fantastic full day food tour!
Thank you for the wonderful review and for joining our journey through Flushing. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed learning about the area and that we could accommodate your dietary preferences. Your participation helps us continue supporting the unsung culinary heroes and preserving the neighborhood's deeply rooted traditions.
The tour of Flushing's Chinatown exceeded my expectations. I went with a friend from California who had been on 2 Culinary Backstreets tours and suggested we take a New York tour. As a long time NYC resident I had been to Flushing numerous times but this tour took us to places I didn't know existed. Our guide Sierra was delightful, incredibly knowledgeable about the food we were eating and the history of Flushing. The itinerary was well thought out and we got to try so many delicious dishes. I'm traveling to LA in September and plan on taking one of Culinary Backstreets tours there.
Thank you for the review and for exploring the incredible, hidden culinary gems of Flushing with us. We are so glad you could experience the daily life of this vibrant neighborhood while supporting the unsung heroes who preserve its beautiful food traditions. We look forward to sharing more stories with you on another walk when you visit Los Angeles!
Sierra was fabulous. Great day! Recommend going midweek (we went on Wednesday).
Hello, and thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We are delighted that you had such a fabulous time exploring Flushing with us mid-week. Thank you for supporting the unsung heroes of the kitchen and helping us preserve these incredible neighborhood culinary traditions.
We explored the tremendous culinary diversity of China in a relatively small area of downtown Flushing with our incredibly knowledgeable guide, Sierra. We sampled so many delicious items that we had no idea existed. Sierra made sure we paced ourselves so as to not to feel ill. Sierra has an extensive culinary background so we learned about Chinese items, food culture and the neighborhood history.
Thank you for the wonderful review and for exploring Flushing with us. We are thrilled that you enjoyed learning about the neighborhood's history and food culture. By joining our walks, you directly support the unsung heroes of the kitchen and help preserve these essential culinary traditions. We hope to share more stories of daily life with you on a future walk.
We had a wonderful tour with Sierra last week. They were filled with knowledge enthusiasm and passion about everything we saw— from the different varieties and cross cultural evolution of the egg tart to how the colors of clothing and the amount of landscaping in the post office murals of early Queens settlements can tell you more than you even imagined about the history and sociology of the borough. Oh, and the food — consistneky delish and often surprising — who knew that plain boiled fish dumplings could be so tasty!
Hello, and thank you for sharing your wonderful experience. We are thrilled you enjoyed uncovering the rich history and flavors of the borough, from cross-cultural egg tarts to surprisingly delicious dumplings. Your visit helps us support the unsung heroes of these local kitchens and preserve their remarkable culinary traditions.
Sierra was a great guide. Her knowledge of the area and its history together with her vast knowledge of Asian cuisine was exceptional. We ate delicious food some of which I have never tried before and went to hole in the walls and small outlets. This tour has really added to our New York holiday. Thank you!
Hello, and thank you so much for this wonderful review. We are thrilled that Sierra could share her deep knowledge of the area and introduce you to the neighborhood's small, family-run spots. Your visit helps support these unsung heroes of the kitchen and preserves the rich, diverse culinary traditions of Queens.
Thank you for another wonderful day exploring the food and culture of another NYC neighborhood. We had a wonderful time, are stuffed and thoroughly enjoyed Sierra’s passion and knowledge - what a memorable day!
Thank you for the wonderful review! We are so glad you had a memorable day discovering the deep cultural roots and daily life of this vibrant neighborhood. Your participation helps us continue our mission of Honest Tourism, supporting the local heroes who work tirelessly to preserve and share their family culinary traditions.
Sierra was a great guide! We visited multiple food halls, stopped for snacks at "magic windows" (bao, dumplings, roasted sweet potato, New York version of Macao version of pastel de nata, ..), and also got a bit of history and culture. Who knew that the Flushing post office had WPA murals?
Hello, and thank you for sharing your wonderful experience. We are so glad that Sierra could introduce you to the vibrant daily life, history, and unsung heroes of Flushing. Your visit truly helps support these family-run spots and preserve the rich culinary traditions of the neighborhood.
Sierra was incredible. Love loved this tour!!
Thank you for the wonderful review and for spending your day with us. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the tour and that Sierra could introduce you to the vibrant daily life of the neighborhood. Your support means the world to us and helps preserve the rich culinary traditions of these incredible local heroes.
