Bagels Dumplings Pizza & Tacos
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
4 ICONIC FOODS. 4 LEGENDARY LOCAL SPOTS. 4 HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODS. Gorge on a visual and literal feast as we explore hidden corners of the city that most visitors miss. WHY THIS TOUR? • THE FOOD: We’ll eat bagels, dumplings, pizza, and tacos - four pillars of New York’s edible soul. • THE STORY: Learn about the immigrants who brought these foods to New York and how each grew beyond its cultural cradle to become a global culinary superstar. • EXTREME PERSONALIZATION: We are independent, professional guides, not a big corporation constantly hiring new guides. We’re locals who continue to explore. We aren’t stuck to a fixed route and we love making the occasional fun detour to fulfill a guest's wish. • SIDEWALK ALCHEMY: We believe in the power of the city to expand minds. Note: Our route varies slightly based on guest input and the pulse of the neighborhood. This tour walks a little further and dives a little deeper than the average trek—come hungry and wear comfortable shoes!
Inclusions
What's included
- - Licensed, professional NYC Guide.
- - Smaller group size so we can go deeper into the neighborhoods.
- - Healthy portions of bagels, dumplings, pizza and tacos. You will be full!
What's not
- - A variety of drinks are available throughout the tour, but are not included.
Itinerary
We meet at Essex Street Market. What follows is a SAMPLE ITINERARY, as we vary our route and stops depending on input from the group.
The oldest bialy bakery in The United States, Kossar's has a colorful history and they make great food. If we don't stop at Russ & Daughters, and maybe even if we do, we might stop here.
Family-owned and operated for almost 100 years, Economy Candy is a colorful and enjoyable stop. They have candy from all over the world, and candy you might not have seen in decades. Great fun. No purchase necessary.
We'll take a few minutes to appreciate the art, architecture, and culture of the Lower East Side and the immigrant groups that built it. This truly is one of the most visually stunning and historically important neighborhoods in America. And the food is incredible.
We often stop at El Cabron, where the tacos are real and delicious. Grab a beer or a Margherita if you want!
We'll pass through Chinatown, take in the sights, and eat some dumplings.
Hands down the best pan friend dumplings in New York. We gotta eat them standing on the street, but it's absolutely worth it. Learn the history of dumplings and Chinatown as we eat.
Columbus Park is a well-used and vibrant park with a rich history. We often end our tour here, or nearby.
If we aren't full already, we might make our way to the exception slices at Nolita Pizza.
Freeman Alley is a Mecca of graffiti and street art. It changes every day. If you like bright colors and beautiful imagery, you should see it at least once.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.9
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Ratings come from 70 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We meet near Essex Market. Exact location sent with booking.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Sidewalk Alchemy
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
How it compares in New York City
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 135 food tours we list in New York City.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 44 of 135.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About New York City
New York City packs skyscrapers, famous museums, Broadway theatres and dozens of distinct neighbourhoods into five boroughs that hum day and night.
Manhattan is the classic first stop. Times Square glows above the theatre district, Central Park stretches for blocks between the Upper East and Upper West Sides, and the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building and Rockefeller Center define the midtown skyline. Downtown, the 9/11 Memorial, Wall Street and the Brooklyn Bridge sit close together, and boats run out past the Statue of Liberty to Ellis Island.
Top-ranked sights in New York City: Statue of Liberty, Central Park, National September 11 Memorial & Museum.
Special offers in New York City
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