Taste Brooklyn’s neighborhood classics with stories of its culture and history
4.5 hours
Up to 22 people
Food tastings, guided tour, bus
Explore Brooklyn’s food scene through tastings, neighborhood stops, and guided stories of the borough’s past and present. Travel by climate-controlled vehicle and walk between culinary discoveries.
Rescheduling is available at least 48 hours before start.
The tour is typically limited to 22 people, but on rare occasions may have more.
Escorted transportation to Brooklyn via minibus is included. You'll be met by your guide in Greenwich Village and escorted to Brooklyn, passing historic areas of lower Manhattan.
Yes. You will spend time traveling by vehicle and walking through featured areas.
Café at Pop Up Grocer, 205 Bleecker Street
These food tours have clearly figured out the winning formula: exceptional guides who bring NYC neighborhoods to life through both stories and tastings. Reviewers consistently rave about guides like Joe, Robin, Marie, and Jackie, praising not just their deep knowledge of local history and culture, but their genuine passion and engaging personalities. The tours cover various neighborhoods including Chelsea Market, Greenwich Village, Little Italy, and Nolita, with each guide tailoring their expertise to that specific area. The food itself is abundant and carefully chosen. Expect to skip lunch afterward, as tastings range from scones and artisan cheese to tacos, pizza, cannoli, and gelato. What stands out is how the culinary stops feel authentic rather than touristy. Families particularly appreciate that the selections work well for kids and teens, while the three-hour duration flies by thanks to the perfect mix of eating, walking, and storytelling. Even rain doesn't dampen the experience, according to several reviewers who still had a blast despite the weather.
Taking a Food of NY tour is one of our favorite things to do when we visit NYC. Tasting delicious food combined with learning about the history of neighborhoods is a great way to spend an afternoon. The tours guides are knowledgeable, friendly, and fun. They share local secrets and make New York feel like a small town. Our most recent tour was delicious and we learned so much! Ryan was a great tour guide and host. We will 100% recommend Foods of NY Tours and take another tour again and again.
Kelly Kaufman
July 5, 2026
Taking a Food of NY tour is one of our favorite things to do when we visit NYC. Tasting delicious food combined with learning about the history of neighborhoods is a great way to spend an afternoon. The tours guides are knowledgeable, friendly, and fun. They share local secrets and make New York feel like a small town. Our most recent tour was delicious and we learned so much! Ryan was a great tour guide and host. We will 100% recommend Foods of NY Tours and take another tour again and again.
Kelly Kaufman
July 5, 2026
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