NYC: Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour with 6 Flavorful Dishes
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On our Secret Food Tour: Chinatown and Little Italy, you'll experience New York City’s most “Iconic" neighborhoods. Get ready to experience the rich history, traditions, and flavors of New York City's most internationally recognized ethnic neighborhoods. Our 5-star cultural and gastronomic adventure promises to be an experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the city and its diverse communities. 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. New York City is full of hidden gems, with this highly curated tour in Lower Manhattan, you'll have the chance to uncover some of the city's best-kept secrets, long known only to the locals!
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Columbus Park, formerly known as Mulberry Bend Park, Five Points Park and Paradise Park, is a public park in Chinatown, Manhattan, in New York City that was built in 1897. During the 19th century, this was the most dangerous ghetto area of immigrant New York, as portrayed in the book and film Gangs of New York.
Vibrant Chinatown is a densely populated neighborhood that draws foodies and tourists to its many Chinese and Southeast Asian restaurants for dumplings, pork buns and hand-pulled noodles. The busy sidewalks are packed with souvenir stores, bubble tea shops, and markets selling everything from fresh and dried fish to herbs and spices. Locals hang out in leafy Columbus Park for Tai Chi, chess and mahjong.
Canal Street is a Lower Manhattan thoroughfare where cultures collide. It's well-known for its bargain shopping scene. The street stretches from near the Hudson River to East Broadway and serves as the gateway to Chinatown, Little Italy, SoHo, and Tribeca.
Little Italy is a neighborhood in Lower Manhattan in New York City, known for its large Italian population. It is bounded on the west by Tribeca and Soho, on the south by Chinatown, on the east by the Bowery and Lower East Side, and on the north by Nolita.
Picturesque Nolita is a charming, upscale area with a trendy vibe. It's known for its chic shopping scene, and has plenty of designer jewelry shops, unique clothing boutiques and home-design stores. Fashionably casual crowds stroll the neighborhood and fill the popular sidewalk cafes, chic bars and trendy restaurants. On weekends, street vendors selling hand-made jewelry and artwork line Prince Street.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
Reviews(3,142)
Dom was an amazing guide and really knew his history. We especially enjoyed all the little tidbits of history and the food he picked out for us! I also Liked the way he tried to connect with everyone and bond the group as a whole. We had a great time! I highly recommend!
It was a pleasure having you with us! We're glad the experience gave you plenty to enjoy and remember. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again soon.
A fun way to see unique restaurants in NYC, and meet new people in a relaxed way, and learn some fun facts about the City
Reviews such as yours are always appreciated. We're glad that your experience left such a positive impression. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
everything was amazing! every bite was delicious, and our guide Hannah was super fun and entertaining. She was also well informed on the history of China town and little Italy, me and my family learned many new things. Great experience! Thank you Hannah Banana!
Your feedback is truly appreciated! We're glad you found so much to enjoy throughout the experience. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours.
Hannah was a phenomenal guide who had insight on cuisine, history, and culture. Overall, it was a great experience. There were options to buy additional beverages along the way. Hannah was able to skip waits and lines for us to lines that would have been hours. Overall, very good bang for your buck deal. My 6 months pregnant wife completed this food tour with no problems. There were ample opportunities to sit and rest while enjoying delicious food.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're pleased that the experience delivered on what you were looking for. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
Lauren was a very warm friendly host. She had a lot of knowledge on the tour, otherwise would not have known about the area of Chinatown, and Little Italy. The food choices were exquisite! Thank you for a wonderful experience. Love from the Memphians.
We appreciate you sharing your experience! It's wonderful to hear that everything came together so smoothly from your perspective. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again in the future.
Zach was great! He provided a variety of foods and great background about places in Chinatown and Little Italy. It was wonderful to learn about the history of Chinatown while eating a pork bun.
It's always encouraging to receive thoughtful feedback. We're pleased that your experience gave you so much to enjoy and remember. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
Lauren was an excellent tour guide. She was entertaining, knowledgeable about the food and restaurants but also about the areas we were in and New York in General. Highly recommend!
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Title: Fantastic Food Tour with an Excellent Guide Zach was energetic, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable throughout the tour. He shared great insights about the history and culture of both Chinatown and Little Italy while keeping the group engaged and having fun. The food selections were excellent, with generous portions and a nice variety of local favorites. A great way to experience these neighborhoods—highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
What a pleasure it was to read your review! It's wonderful to know that everything came together so well for you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.
Title: Fantastic Food Tour with an Excellent Guide Zach was energetic, attentive, and knowledgeable throughout the tour. He shared great insights about the history and culture of both Chinatown and Little Italy while keeping the group engaged and having fun. The food selections were excellent, with generous portions and a nice variety of local favorites. A great way to experience these neighborhoods—highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
It's great to know you had such a good time with us. We're glad so many parts of the experience stood out to you along the way. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again soon!
We had an amazing experience on this food tour! Every stop was interesting and offered something delicious, making it a perfect way to explore the local food scene. Our guide, Renee, was fantastic—friendly, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable. She shared fascinating stories and insights that made the experience even more enjoyable.
It's always nice to hear when guests leave with great memories and positive reflections. We're glad your time with us delivered both. We hope to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours in the future!
