Secret Food Tours New York Chinatown & Little Italy

From$89.99
170 minutes – 210 minutes
Commentary: Guide · en
New York City, USA

About this activity

You will be eating all the way from Five Points to Chinatown, and from Little Italy to Nolita! As you journey through the streets with us, our knowledgeable guides will captivate you with fascinating stories about these vibrant places. 

Highlights

  • 3 - 3 ½ hours
  • Local Guide
  • Top Rated
  • Food Included

Full description

Step into two worlds in one unforgettable food journey through NYC’s Chinatown and Little Italy. Begin in historic Columbus Park, once the infamous Five Points district, and dive straight into authentic flavors with handmade fried dumplings from a local favorite. As you explore Chinatown’s vibrant streets, uncover stories of its earliest businesses and hidden corners.

Then, in a matter of steps, experience a cultural shift as Italian heritage takes over. Indulge in a classic cannoli from a century-old bakery, enjoy a slice of iconic New York pizza, and savor comforting pasta with rich meatballs. Along the way, visit a legendary bar featured in famous mob movies.

This immersive tour blends food, history, and culture: with a Secret Dish to top it all off. 

*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

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

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

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Additional information

Not wheelchair accessible