Savor bagels, cannoli, and pork buns while exploring immigrant history in Lower East Side, Chinatown, and Little Italy
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3 hours
Food tastings, Guide, Water
Walk the storied streets of the Lower East Side, Chinatown, and Little Italy on a guided food tour. Sample signature bites like bagels, cannoli, and Cantonese pork buns while hearing the immigrant stories behind each neighborhood.
Tours run rain or shine and cover about 2 miles. Vegetarian and vegan options available; gluten-free not offered. Children 3 and under join free; purchase a child ticket if they need their own servings.
100% refund if you give us 48 hours notice. Inside of 48 hours, no refunds.
Essex Market- 88 Essex St on the corner of Broome & Essex
Like A Local Tours consistently delivers exceptional food and walking experiences across NYC neighborhoods, with guides who clearly know their stuff. Sergio, Seth, Justin, and Lara get mentioned repeatedly for making tours both educational and entertaining. They blend historical insights with local stories in ways that keep things engaging, whether you're exploring Chelsea Market and the High Line, wandering through Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO, or discovering hidden gems in the West Village. The guides seem genuinely passionate about the city and skilled at answering whatever questions come their way. The food component impresses across the board. Reviewers mention being surprised by both the quantity and quality of tastings, which are timed perfectly throughout the tours. There's a thoughtful focus on supporting small, local businesses and startups, giving tours an authentic neighborhood feel rather than hitting tourist traps. The pacing strikes a nice balance between comfortable walking and stopping to eat, making it accessible for families and groups with varying energy levels. It's clearly worth the investment if you want to learn about NYC while eating well.
Highly recommend! This was such a fun tour. Great way to spend an afternoon
Kylie Fawcett
March 30, 2026
Highly recommend! This was such a fun tour. Great way to spend an afternoon
Kylie Fawcett
March 30, 2026