Village Nights: Greenwich Village Food & History Walk
Description
A rare evening food crawl through Greenwich Village, Village Nights is for people who want to walk, talk, and eat their way through one of the most influential mega-hoods on earth. We start at Astor Place and usually stop at one of the city’s oldest bars - but the route is never the same. We don't follow a fixed path. Instead, your licensed, experienced guide reads the vibe of the group (max 8 guests) and curates a personal mix of bites, stories, and hidden corners. And because our guide isn't wearing branding, we look less like a tour group and more like an eclectic group of friends out for a night on the town. We cover plenty of ground, and often eat on our feet, so please wear comfortable shoes and come hungry for food, and to soak up that big nighttime Village energy.
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We start at the historical heart of Manhattan, Astor Place, where the Lenape congregated for hundreds of years before the arrival of Europeans. THIS IS A SAMPLE ITINERARY. We take input from the group, then draw from a big bag of options to make each outing unique.
Start with a cheese plate and a beer at McSorley's - the oldest continuously operating bar in New York. Abe Lincoln drank here, and the place is absolutely dripping with curios and artifacts, since nothing's been removed from the walls since 1910.
We'll take a stroll down St. Mark's Place, where there's tons of restaurants and street activity.
Donut Pub has been feeding New York donuts 24 hours a day since 1964. The vibe is good and the donuts are great.
Visit the site of one of the most tragic and traumatic events in New York City history, where 146 garment workers were killed in a fire in 1911. This event helped transform labor practices in the United States and it's a story every American should know.
We might hang out a bit and learn the remarkable history of one of America's most important city parks.
Songs, stories, and stand up - they've all bubbled up from MacDougal. We'll stop and tell the story of one of the most culturally significant streets in America. And we might stop and get something to eat at Mamoun's, Pommes Frites, or...
Mamoun's was the first falafel joint in NYC, opened in 1971 by a Syrian man named Mamoun. The business is now run by his sons, but 50 years later this incredible little hole-in-the-wall is still serving incredible falafel to comedians, musicians, and students all day and late into the night.
Not your normal New York slice, but Two Boots is a vibrant and colorful shop with outstanding food and a friendly atmosphere. It's in a space that used to house a lesbian bar that refused to serve men, but today Two Boots welcomes everybody. Interesting things happen here.
Bleecker is full of bars, boutiques, and beautiful people. Not uncommon to see a world-famous face walk past.
This Latin/Indian fusion spot is owned by a woman with a Puerto Rican mom and an Indian father, and staffed by a largely Nepali crew. This place embodies the best of New York. Innovation, tradition, and hard work.The food is unique, colorful and delicious, and they play great music.
We end the night at Marie's Crisis Cafe is a delightful subterranean bar where you can sing along with a live piano player to your favorite show tunes. It's a great visit, even if Broadway isn't your thing.
These cookies really are life-changing. And Janie has a cute story of overcoming obstacles. It's a cute place with a friendly staff and truly amazing pie-crust cookies. Always worth a stop.
Whether we drop in for a drink or stop in Christopher Park to soak up the vibe, the Stonewall is a must-visit in the West Village. Now a national monument, the Stonewall was the site of a pivotal 1969 uprising that galvanized the modern gay rights movement. One of many extremely influential cultural spots we'll visit in the West Village.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(40)
One of the best tours we’ve been on. Morgan’s such a brilliant tour guide. Everything was so relaxed and he catered for everyone and what we all wanted to see and try. Can’t recommend this tour enough, there’s so much involved that you’ve never experience
Thanks Mark! You guys made it fun. Really enjoyed walking with you!
Morgan kept the stops close to each other on flat ground. We got a variety of food without having to walk too much.
Denise! I'm glad you guys had fun. It was indeed, eclectic.
Morgan was the BEST tour guide. We've been on food tours in Boston, Rome and lastly, New York! We learned so much while on our tour and genuinely had the best time strolling through the village and eating our way around. Just book it! You will not regret your time spent . Morgan makes you feel like you are just out and about with friends- not stuffy at all!
Hey Rhonda! Thanks for this glowing review! Had a great time showing you guys around and I'm looking forward to our custom thing in May!
David was great! Fun, informative and very knowledgeable. Food choices were excellent and delicious! We had a great time, thanks David!
Hi Colleen! So glad to hear you guys had fun with David! He's truly the best food guide in NYC. Glad to have him on our team!
Morgan was an excellent tour guide, he was very knowledgeable about the history of the neighborhood. He made sure everyone was doing well throughout the tour and the food choices were excellent! Our group was very pleased with everything and will travel back to the neighborhood to explore more when we come back to NYC.
So glad you guys had fun!! Thank you for the review and for joining me!
My husband and I had a great time on our tour with Morgan. He was very knowledgeable about the area and made the tour fun and interactive. We loved that he incorporated stories about the history of the area. We ate food that we otherwise would not have tried, everything tasted great, and he gave recommendations for places that we didn’t stop at. The tour is free flowing with the ability to change food stops.
Thanks for the review Sarah! Had a blast with you guys!!
Great, interesting tour with Morgan! Lots of history and delicious food. My son and I really enjoyed the restaurant choices.
Thanks Shawna! Great to have you guys on the tour!!
My husband, daughter, and I went on an adventure with Morgan. Morgan is a fantastic tour guide! What we loved about him the most is that it felt like we were eating and walking with an old friend. He introduced to us to an array of tasty and cozy cultural food options and pastries, the story behind the restaurants, historical events, hidden gems, nightclubs, some celebrity homes, and much more. He even stopped at Carrie Bradshaw's apartment upon my request! We highly recommend a tour with Morgan. You won't be disappointed or bored. Believe me, we are back in LA now, and we are still talking about how much fun we had with him! We learned so much about the city and the people in it. He made it exciting for our whole family and long-lasting memories! We had about 10 tours in NYC while visiting for a week, and this tour was by far our favorite!!!
I love this so much! I had such a good time with you guys! Y'all are a lovely family and I enjoy it when people bring their specific requests! An absolute pleasure to show you guys around. See you next time!
Took the village nights tour with Morgan as our guide… he was terrific… both knowledgeable and flexible! Would recommend to anyone looking to eat/drink explore the villages!
Thank you Michele! Had a great time showing you guys around!
I am a lifelong New Yorker. My wife is not but we’ve both lived in Manhattan for 26 years — and we’ve always thought walking food tours were something only tourists did. Last night proved us completely wrong. We joined the "Village Nights: Greenwich Village Food Crawl" with Morgan as our guide, and it turned out to be one of the best nights out we’ve had in years. Morgan is a phenomenal guide: knowledgeable, engaging, and full of fascinating stories that even native New Yorkers like us didn’t know. Along the way, we learned so much about the Village’s history — from Washington Square Park to the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire to the Stonewall riots and more. The food and drink stops were outstanding. Some were hidden gems we’d never noticed, and others were places we’d walked past for years without realizing how good they were. From falafels to Indian fusion tacos, pizza, pomme frites, and dessert, everything we tried was delicious. The mix of history, culture, and incredible food made the whole evening fly by. What really made the experience special was Morgan’s ability to weave together the neighborhood’s stories with today’s flavors, making the Village come alive in a way that felt authentic and fun. Whether you’re a visitor or a longtime New Yorker, I can’t recommend this tour enough. We’re already planning to bring friends on it next time. Thank you, Morgan, for such a memorable night!
Extremely high praise! Had a blast showing you guys around! Look forward to seeing you again!