NYC: Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour

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NYC: Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
586 reviews

Enjoy an authentic food tour of Chinatown and Little Italy in New York City. Allow yourself to be guided through the unique history, flavors, and rich culture of 2 vibrant New York City neighborhoods.

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Duration 2 hours
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Molly – United States

This tour took us around the most awesome pocket of NYC, and our guide, Diego, was super friendly and engaging. We walked through and learned about Chinatown, stopping in shade to hear little snippets of Diego's childhood or the history of what we were looking at. Overall, it was extremely well done and even please all of the native New Yorkers (including myself) on the tour!

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Mario – Switzerland

Very nice tour, extremely interesting and full of details (mainly thanks to the guide 😀)

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Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the history and food of Little Italy and Chinatown
  • Delight in dim sum, a traditional Chinese dumpling in the heart of Chinatown
  • Taste cannoli from Ferrara's, a 130-year-old bakery in Little Italy
  • Take in the neighborhood history and mafia lore of Mulberry Street
  • Eat a slice of New York pizza as you hear the stories behind it

Full description

Spend your lunchtime or dinnertime learning the history and lore of two of New York's most historic districts: Little Italy and Chinatown. Sample their foods and flavors, wander their streets, and learn all about their history and heritage. The food included is more than enough for lunch.

Start in Chinatown with Hong Kong style sponge cakes to go, where your local historian tour guide will lead your intimate-sized group through Chinatown’s winding streets and Columbus Park. Enjoy history and fun facts, and visit a hidden dumpling spot, with views of the One World Trade building.

Then, be led down the famous Mulberry St. to Little Italy’s romantic corners. Hear stories of NYC mafia crime and pizza lore as you eat your slice of pizza and enjoy cannolis and music at a 130-year-old bakery.

Appreciate a tour that visits favorite family-owned shops and that supports NYC locations that are off-the-beaten-path. Taste the history of food establishments that have been in business for over 100 years.

Leave NYC with a newfound appreciation of these two neighborhoods, newly discovered secrets of New York City, and more tips and suggestions for things to do in The Big Apple.

Includes

  • 2-hour Walking Tour
  • Local historian tour guide
  • Sponge cake
  • Pizza
  • Dumplings
  • Cannolis
  • Tips
  • Drinks
  • Additional menu items or souvenirs

Meeting point

Your guide will be standing outside the black door that says "119" checking guests in on a phone/tablet. Guide clothing may vary. Look for "The Dough Club" and "Taiyaki" ice cream. This is where the guide will stand. There is a bench available to sit and wait should you arrive early.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine
  • This is a walking tour

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Molly – United StatesJune 24, 2025 – Verified booking
This tour took us around the most awesome pocket of NYC, and our guide, Diego, was super friendly and engaging. We walked through and learned about Chinatown, stopping in shade to hear little snippets of Diego's childhood or the history of what we were looking at. Overall, it was extremely well done and even please all of the native New Yorkers (including myself) on the tour!
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Mario – SwitzerlandJune 23, 2025 – Verified booking
Very nice tour, extremely interesting and full of details (mainly thanks to the guide 😀)
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Tomas – United KingdomJune 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Diego our guide was amazing- so so knowledgeable and really made you feel like a native with us knowledge - very very friendly guy, made you feel as if you’ve known him for years Don’t skip this

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Activity provider:
Empire Tours NYC

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