Secret Food Tours New York Chinatown & Little Italy
About this activity
Highlights
- 3 - 3 ½ hours
- Local Guide
- Top Rated
- Food Included
Full description
*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Discover the rich cultural contrast of New York City on this immersive food and history tour through Chinatown and Little Italy.
Your experience begins in Columbus Park, located in what was once the center of the infamous Five Points neighborhood. Once known as New York's earliest immigrant gateway, today it’s a lively community gathering place and the perfect starting point to see how these historic neighborhoods come to life.
From here, you’ll head into Chinatown, where your first tasting features handmade dumplings from a beloved local favorite, crafted using recipes that have delighted generations of New Yorkers. As you walk through bustling streets filled with vibrant markets, your guide will share stories of the neighborhood’s early Chinese community, including tales of its first entrepreneurs and rich history.
Next, you’ll sample a legendary baked roast pork bun from a bakery so popular that locals and visitors alike regularly line up down the block for this iconic treat. The Asian culinary journey continues at a longtime Chinatown institution, where you'll enjoy a comforting bowl of local Dan Dan noodles, prepared the same traditional way that has made it a neighborhood favorite for decades.
As the tour continues, something remarkable happens: you’ll turn a corner and suddenly find yourself in Little Italy, where the sights, sounds, and aromas completely transform from Chinatown into historic Italian streets.
Here, you’ll enjoy an iconic New York style slice of pizza, a delicious symbol of how Italian immigrants transformed a Neapolitan classic into one of the world's most famous foods. Next, you'll savor a savory pesto arancini with a twist, where traditional Sicilian flavors meet New York creativity in one irresistible bite.
To finish, enjoy the tour’s exclusive Secret Dish, a surprise tasting that perfectly captures the spirit of these unforgettable neighborhoods and adds a final memorable touch to your journey.
🍹 Optional Drinks Upgrade
Enhance your experience with a curated drinks package (21+ only, valid ID required), including:
Lychee Rose Iced Tea
The Mulberry Blend
Local Craft Beer
🍽️ WHAT YOU’LL TASTE
Handmade dumplings
Baked Roast Pork Bun
Dan Dan Noodles
New York Italian Pizza
Pesto Arancini
Our delicious Secret Dish
🥤 DRINKS
Water
Optional alcohol upgrade available
*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Included / Excluded
- Handmade fried dumplings
- Baked Roast Pork Bun
- Dan Dan Noodles
- New York Italian Pizza
- Pesto Arancini
- Our delicious Secret Dish
- Pick-up & Drop-off service
- Guide's Gratuity
Meeting point
Start Location
42 Mulberry St, Mulberry St, New York
Important information
Know before you book
- *Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- For Specific Dietary needs, email us, to check if we can accomodate your request
Know before you go
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Recommended Comfortable Shoes
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
