NYC Lower East Side Walking and Food Tour

Overview

Take this opportunity to come and explore the sights, the sounds, and the savory food of an area going through more changes than any other in Manhattan. Enjoy this small group 3 hour walking tour and visit seven destinations, and take your time to taste various foods along your way. Also, enjoy being led by a local guide and learn about some of the great histories of Manhattan.

City: New York City

Tue 29 Oct

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Starting at $79.99

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Tue 29 Oct

Starting at $79.99

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What's Included

Local guide

Bottled water

Lunch

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Rain or shine
Dress code is casual
Vegetarian option is available, please advise when you meet your guide
Please advise any specific dietary/allergy requirements when you meet your guide

What To Expect

Lower East Side

Stroll. Learn. Nosh. Now you can explore an up-and-coming hip neighborhood that's rich in history and stacked with infamously famous eats. The Doughnut Plant Russ & Daughters

Essex Street Market

Stop and shop (if you wish) at Essex Street market but before you do we visit my friend Saad who gives us a tasting of Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oils at his Essex Olive & Spice shop.

The Pickle Guys

The Pickle Guys pickles almost everything. We try three of their top sellers. They’re sweet. They’re sour. They’re awesome.

Economy Candy

Economy Candy has been around since 1937, dishing out chocolates, nuts, gummies and the candy so many generations have grown up on.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (426)

Martyk74

Feb 2019

We wanted something different to do and my friend that a food tour would be fun. Most tours we looked up seemed to start at lunch time but we came across this tour that started at 2:30 which better suited our schedule so we booked the Lower East Side Tour. We had a great time. Dante was so friendly and personable. He would give the history of the establishments, many family owned and operated for decades. There were 10 people on the tour including us and that seemed just about right. Tour was advertised to go to 8 places but we ended up going to 9 and takes 3 hours, possibly a little more. His website lists all the stops. Food stops were all amazing and different and we would never have known to go to these places otherwise. This is a walking tour and a great way to experience a neighborhood. Each place, Dante has picked the best dish to try and everyone gets a generous sample. You eat a lot of food and even though these are very busy places, we skip the lines and Dante picks up the samples. The last few places we were so full with good food but we kept eating and being amazed. We enjoyed the tour so much that we wanted to do the Greenwich tour. He was off the next day but said to use the list and we’d have no problem doing it ourselves, which we did and had so much fun.

W6907RWkellyg

Feb 2019

We did this tour last summer and seriously can not stop talking about it to everyone! One of our best excursions ever. Dante is simply beyond words- as is all the foods you sample. We tell everyone that this is a "MUST DO!" when visiting NYC. Warning- do no eat before hand. You will be stuffed. We plan to do this tour or the Greenwich village tour this coming summer.

Janet R

Jan 2019

Great tour. I was touring solo and Dante made me feel comfortable. He's really knowledgeable, fun and informative. The food we had was absolutely wonderful. I take tours wherever I go. I got my money's worth with this tour. I go to NYC each year and plan on taking Dante's Greenwich Village tour next year. Now I'm going to order some knishes and pastrami!!!