Devour New York Lower East Side Guided Food Tour in New York City booking from $79.00

Devour New York Lower East Side Guided Food Tour

Overview

Take a morning to uncover the rich layers underpinning the vibrant Lower East Side. You’ll sample everything from classic dishes to the international food that continues to be introduced to the neighborhood and keeps its food scene thriving. Start New York's oldest deli, Katz's for a mouthwatering pastrami sandwich. Pop by a Dominican breakfast counter for traditional breakfast bites, sample cheese and cured meats in the city's top cheese shop, then head to a modest Chinese restaurant for peanut noodles and pork skin dumplings. Make a few more stops to try classic dishes like bagels, pickles, and authentic Jewish deli meats, before finishing on a sweet note at a local bakery for an artisanal doughnut. Along the way, meet with the local shop owners and learn more about the family traditions passed down through generations which make this one of the most in-demand food destinations today.

City: New York City

Fri 09 May

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What's Included

Local guide

Small group of 12 people max

Expertly guided walking tour

7+ tastes at 7 family-run businesses (enough for breakfast and lunch)

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is in English.
Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
This tour is not recommended for vegans, and, due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not recommended for those with celiac disease.
This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarian, Gluten free (not celiac), Dairy free, Pescatarian, and Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.
Those with dietary restrictions need to contact us before joining the tour so we can arrange your food, or we may not be able to accommodate you.
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
We can accommodate gluten free but cannot guarantee that were will be no risk of cross contamination in the case of celiacs.
This tour covers a full meal.
Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Despite being in the former Jewish Quarter and visiting Jewish businesses, the establishments visited are NOT kosher.

What To Expect

Essex Street Market

Visit a historic local market for a stop at a popular cheese shop, named the best in the US by Food and Wine magazine. You'll taste a selection of handmade cheeses and cured meats from around the world.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (50)

Sarah_R

Jun 2024

I am very happy I booked this tour. My tour guide Sara was friendly, very knowledgable and really has a passion for her job and the city of New York. We stopped at some great spots on the tour and I was stuffed by the end of it! I learned lots of interesting things about the area, about the buildings, the history and of course the food! I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone and I would book their other foodie walking tour (Greenwich Village) next time I visit the city!

Response from Host

Jun 2024

Hi Sarah, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Sara and found her to be friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about New York City. It’s great to know you loved the stops and learned so much about the area's history, buildings, and, of course, the food! We’re thrilled to hear you’re considering another tour with us. We highly recommend our Ultimate Greenwich Village NYC Food Tour. It offers an incredible journey through one of NYC’s most charming neighborhoods, with delicious tastings and fascinating insights into the area's rich culinary history! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit! Kind regards, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours

Kelly_S

Jun 2024

Great stuff but would have liked more history of the locals. Value for money Dumping okay , first place was the best

Response from Host

Jun 2024

Hi Kelly, Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found the tour to be great value for money and enjoyed the food, especially in the first place. We appreciate your suggestion for including more history of the locals, as it helps us improve our tours! For your next adventure, we highly recommend our Ultimate Boston Food Tour: North End & Boston Public Market. This tour offers a delightful journey through Boston's iconic neighborhoods, where you can savor a variety of local delicacies while learning about the rich history and culture of the area! We look forward to hosting you for another memorable food tour experience! Best regards, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours

Th K

Jun 2024

Jerry led us through a delicious tour of the Lower East Side with some things expected (pastrami at Katz deli) & few unexpected (the Dominican plantains shocked me with how good they were). It was a great way to sample a variety of cuisines (dumplings, cheeses, salamis) and it captured the historic and contemporary flavor of the neighborhood and covered us for lunch as well.

Response from Host

Jun 2024

Good day, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Jerry led you through a delicious tour of the Lower East Side, mixing both expected favorites like pastrami at Katz's Deli with unexpected delights like Dominican plantains. It's fantastic that you enjoyed sampling a variety of cuisines, including dumplings, cheeses, and salamis, capturing both the historic and contemporary flavors of the neighborhood. We're glad the tour covered you for lunch as well! For your next culinary adventure, we highly recommend our Ultimate Boston Food Tour: North End & Boston Public Market. This tour offers an equally delightful journey through Boston's iconic neighborhoods, where you can savor a variety of local delicacies while exploring the rich history and culture of the area! We look forward to hosting you for another memorable food tour experience! Kindly, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours

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Devour New York Lower East Side Guided Food Tour

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