Manhattan Dumpling Culinary Exploration Tour

WHAT IS A DUMPLING? Let's Find Out!
Join us for a colorful and delicious adventure through Manhattan’s vibrant Chinatown as we embark on a quest to answer this question: What makes it a dumpling? Every foodie must answer this for themselves!

On this fun and unscripted food tour in NYC, we'll explore 5-6 quality local restaurants, diving into the rich culinary world of dumplings and dim sum for a delightful array of tastes, from classic jiaozi and fluffy baozi to juicy soup dumplings (xiao long bao), delicate har gow, and maybe even a surprise or two!

Just like our other food crawls, our route is flexible, so the exact dumpling discoveries vary each day. Got a specific dumpling craving? Let your guide know!

But it's not just about the cuisine. Along the way, you'll also uncover the amazing stories and rich history that make Chinatown one of the most compelling and dynamic neighborhoods in New York City. Get ready for a delicious exploration that will leave you full!

Meeting Point

8 Mott St

8 Mott St, New York, NY 10038, USA

We meet out front of Chinatown Fair Family Fun Center.

Not included:

• Gratuity is never expected but always appreciated.

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Chinatown Fair Family Fun Center

8 Mott St, New York City, 10013-5001, New York

We meet outside this classic arcade. Come early, or stay late to get some game time! THIS IS A SAMPLE ITINERARY. We don't go to the same places every day.

10 minutes

Mott Street

Mott St, New York, NY, USA

Chinatown began on Mott Street in the 1870s. We'll talk about the early history of the neighborhood, and explore what it's like for people who live here.

10 minutes

Dim Sum Go Go

5 E Broadway, New York, NY 10038, USA

Everything at this polished dim sum joint is made to order. We have a set menu here.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Kimlau Square

Chatham Sq., Oliver St. and E. Broadway, New York City, New York

Kimlau Square, the pigeon-friendly park in the middle of Chatham Square holds secrets to New York City's past and present.

10 minutes

Jin Mei Dumpling

25B Henry St B, New York, NY 10002, USA

Hands down the best street dumplings in New York City, on one of the best blocks in the city.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Post Times

29 Henry St, New York, NY 10002, USA

There's lots of great art galleries dotted around, and Post Times is one of the best. We might stop in here, or at another gallery or two.

15 minutes

Manhattan Bridge

New York City, 11201, New York

The last of the 3 bridges to be built that connect Brooklyn and Manhattan, there's amazing stuff going on under and around this under-appreciated engineering feat.

15 minutes

King Dumplings

74 Hester St, New York, NY 10002, USA

Sometimes we stop at King Dumplings for Wonton Soup.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Canal Street

New York City, New York

There's A LOT going on around bustling Canal Street. We'll take a second to slow down and see what we see.

10 minutes

Mei Lai Wah

62 Bayard St, New York, NY 10013, USA

You've gotta eat the legendary pineapple pork bun at Mei Lai Wah at least once.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Doyers Street

Doyers St, New York, NY, USA

We'll swing by Doyers Street, one of the most iconic streets in the city.

20 minutes

Columbus Park

67 Mulberry St, Baxter St, New York City, 10013-4331, New York

Columbus Park is one of the most dynamic parks in New York City, with a ton of different activities taking place in and around the park. It's also very close to the historical 'Five Points' area immortalized in Scorsese's "Gangs of New York".

15 minutes