Taste The American Dream: A Lower East Side Food Tour

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Taste The American Dream: A Lower East Side Food Tour
Top rated
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
296 reviews

Taste NYC’s rich cultural history through tacos, dumplings, bagels, and more while learning how diverse communities shaped the city and the American Dream.

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Private group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Frank – Canada

Excellent tour. Brian, our guide, was fantastic. Lots of information and just an all around great guy! After the tour, spent time with us and others giving advise on good places to eat.

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5 out of 5 stars
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David – United States

Bruce was great. Very knowledgeable and goes well before the tenement museum.

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    7 Elk St

  • New York County Supreme Court

    Visit (5 minutes)

  • Columbus Park, New York City

    Visit (5 minutes)

  • Chinatown, New York

    Visit (20 minutes)

  • Little Italy, New York

    Visit (20 minutes)

  • Nolita

    Visit (15 minutes)

  • The Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral, NYC

    Visit (5 minutes)

  • Sara Delano Roosevelt Park

    Visit (10 minutes)

  • Lower East Side

    Visit (30 minutes)

  • Finish at:

    Tenement Museum

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore Chinatown, Little Italy & the Lower East Side on foot
  • Taste classic NYC bites like dumplings, bagels, and knishes
  • Learn cultural stories behind the food from your local guide
  • Meet fellow food lovers as you taste your way through the Lower East Side
  • Enjoy a small-group experience with a max of 14 guests

Full description

Get a true taste of New York City—both its flavors and its history—on this small-group walking tour (max 14 guests). Journey through the cultural heart of Manhattan, from the African Burial Ground to the vibrant neighborhoods of the Lower East Side, Chinatown, and Little Italy. Along the way, discover how diverse communities shaped the city through their food, stories, and traditions.

With your local guide, visit historic synagogues, century-old bakeries, and the iconic Lower East Side Tenement Museum (exterior). Learn how early Jewish, Chinese, Italian, and Latin American communities built neighborhoods that still thrive today.

As you walk, sample classic New York bites—like dumplings, knishes, tacos, or bagels—each connected to a story of resilience and cultural identity. This isn’t just a food tour; it’s a journey through the roots of the American Dream, told through unforgettable flavors and landmarks.

Includes

  • Walking tour through Chinatown, Little Italy & Lower East Side
  • English-speaking guide
  • Small group tour (maximum 14 guests)
  • 4 food stops with 4 tastings (e.g. dumplings, knishes, bagels)
  • Cultural and historical insights at key neighborhood landmarks
  • Drinks and additional food
  • Tips

Meeting point

Meet in front of the African Burial Ground National Monument, across from 7 Elk Street (between Duane and Elk Street).

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Know before you go

  • This tour operates rain or shine with the exception of force majeure
  • This tour is carbon neutral, and operated by a B Corp-certified company committed to using travel as a force for good
  • This tour was created as a well-balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience (Ethnic dishes samples) and features visits to establishments that are not always able to cater to all dietary requirements. Unfortunately, this tour cannot cater to vegans and gluten allergies, or intolerances. For any specific dietary request, please contact the activity provider 24 hours before the tour
  • Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day
  • This tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but note that this tour covers 1.6 km (1 mile) of walking

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Frank – CanadaMay 20, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent tour. Brian, our guide, was fantastic. Lots of information and just an all around great guy! After the tour, spent time with us and others giving advise on good places to eat.
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David – United StatesMarch 31, 2025 – Verified booking
Bruce was great. Very knowledgeable and goes well before the tenement museum.
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Lisa Ellen – United StatesFebruary 11, 2025 – Verified booking
An amazing tour with a very knowledgeable tour guide. I was fortunate that I was the only one that signed up and was grateful to Astrid for tailoring it to my interests. I would definitely recommend it to my friends. Thank you Astrid!

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Activity provider:
Intrepid Urban Adventures

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