New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $75 / person
- Location
- New York City
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Searching for Gold Tours
- Meeting point
- Let's meet outside of Katz's Delicatessen. Please look for a guide holding a black and gold flag.Subway LinesF to East Houston Street & 2nd Avenue, 6 to Bleecker Street & Lafayette Street, B, D, F, M to East Houston Street & Crosby Street.
Description
First time in New York? Join us on this crash course of NYC’s most famous foods. Explore some of NYC’s favorite neighborhoods and taste some of the most iconic foods in New York! On the Lower East Side tour, we’ll discover who makes the best ‘street meat’ in New York, we’ll learn about the rise of the bodega and why pastrami isn’t the only thing worth talking about at Katz Delicatessen. This informative, but fun on the go experience is part food tour and part scavenger hunt. If you’re looking for a food tour to complete your trip to NYC or looking for something fun to do on the weekend, this is it. Join us on this kitschy tour of New York’s must eat foods and find out why ‘New York Style’ is the best style! Please note: This food tour takes place in and around the Lower East Side and includes six sidewalk tastings.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Sun
- Start times
- 11:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 25
- Adult (ages 18–95)
- $75
- Child (ages 3–17)
- $50
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.
Tour Options
Itinerary
General Tso’s Chicken may be named after a 19th century Chinese civil war general, but he certainly never ate anything resembling the dish as it is served today. As with most mainstream Chinese food in America, this dish, originally inspired by traditional Hunanese cuisine, is a re-imagined classic designed to appeal to American tastebuds. On our first stop, we'll take a trip to Wo Hop (another New York classic) to give this sweet and tangy dish a try. We’ll learn more about its history, as well as how several New York City restaurants helped make it popular.
New York City
This food tour takes place in and around the Lower East Side and includes a total of six sidewalk tastings, as well as stops at several historical locations.
In New York, 'street meat' is king and there's no better place to learn about this delicious New York right of passage, if you will, than The Halal Guys. Since 1990, The Halal Guys have been serving delicious platters of chicken and gyro over rice to on-the-go New Yorkers and what started as one food cart on the corner of 53rd Street and Sixth Avenue is now a multinational enterprise.
What's included
Included
Licensed tour guide
Food tastings and sights (subject to change)
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuity
How it compares in New York City
- Starting price $75 is 23% above the typical $61 for tours of similar length in New York City
Excurgo comparison of 2,424 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour take?
New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour cost?
Prices start at $75 per person for this New York City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Sundays, starting at 11:00 AM.
How much does New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–17 pay from $50, adults from $75.
Can I cancel New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Let's meet outside of Katz's Delicatessen. Please look for a guide holding a black and gold flag. Subway Lines: F to East Houston Street & 2nd Avenue, 6 to Bleecker Street & Lafayette Street, B, D, F, M to East Houston Street & Crosby Street. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is New York's Classic Eats Lower East Side Food Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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