New York Lower East Side Food Tour

The Lower East Side, this is the neighborhood that made New York what it is today. On this two hour walking tour, you will embark on a journey into the historic cultures and the diverse cuisines of America's original melting pot.
On our pay-as-you-go NYC food tour, where you bring $30 cash to your guide on your arrival, and your guide takes care of the rest. They’ll pay for the entire group at each of our stops, minimizing wait time and allowing for better value.

Meeting Point

E Houston St/2 Av

New York, NY, USA

Meet your guide at the southeast corner of E. Houston Street and Chrystie Street.

What's included:

• Professional and Knowledgeable Guide

Not included:

• Food: provide the guide $30 in cash on your arrival, They’ll pay for the entire group at each stop

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Yonah Schimmel's Knish Bakery

137 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002, USA

Savory and sweet delicacies with a side of history at NYC’s oldest knishery

10 minutes

Katz's Delicatessen

205 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002, USA

Passing by the outside of this family-run deli, famous from “When Harry Met Sally” and “Law and Order”

Pass by without stopping

Economy Candy

108 Rivington St, , New York City, 10002-2204, New York

A legendary store that started as a pushcart outside a shoe and hat repair shop

10 minutes

Tenement Museum

103 Orchard St, New York City, 10002-3102, New York

A glimpse of the recreated homes of former residents that honor their enduring spirit

Pass by without stopping

Vanessa's Dumpling House

118A Eldridge St, New York, NY 10002, USA

Handmade dumplings, traditionally from Northern China

10 minutes

Essex Street Market

88 Essex St, New York City, 10002-3809, New York

Tasty treats at NYC’s most historic public market, dating back over 100 years

30 minutes