Taste Times Square through standout sandwiches and neighborhood stories
2 Hours
Sandwich tastings, Beer
Explore Times Square with a sandwich-focused food tour that mixes local bites with history and a fun debate about what counts as a sandwich. Meet your group at Capital One Cafe and finish at a local bar about a mile from the start.
Vegetarian options are available, but vegan and gluten-free diets cannot be accommodated. All ages are welcome. Share any food allergies or dietary restrictions in advance so your host can accommodate where possible.
Cancel up to 48h before the Experience start time for a full refund.
Vegetarian options are available, but vegan and gluten-free diets can’t be accommodated. Share any food allergies or dietary restrictions in advance so your host can accommodate where possible.
You finish at a local bar (the host’s favorite in the neighborhood) about one mile from where the tour begins.
Bring your appetite.
Capital One Cafe 53 W 34th St. New York, NY, 10001
Ben has clearly mastered the art of turning a simple sandwich tour into something genuinely memorable. Reviewers consistently praise his infectious enthusiasm and deep knowledge about sandwiches (including spirited debates about what actually qualifies as one). He's described as charismatic, welcoming, and skilled at creating a friendly atmosphere where strangers quickly feel like old friends. The tour visits hidden gems and local spots that tourists wouldn't discover on their own, with every sandwich earning rave reviews for quality and flavor. What stands out is how this experience goes beyond just eating. People emphasize the connection, conversation, and cultural insights that make it feel authentic to New York. Both locals and visitors rate it as a highlight of their time in the city, with some returning to featured restaurants the next day. One clever tip: book this early in your trip so you can take advantage of the sandwich bingo card Ben provides. The tour works equally well for groups, couples, or anyone who appreciates good, unpretentious food and wants a fun afternoon exploring the city.
This tour was absolutely awesome. The sandwich spots Ben took us to were delicious and unexpected. 10/10!
Margaret
April 10, 2026
This tour was absolutely awesome. The sandwich spots Ben took us to were delicious and unexpected. 10/10!
Margaret
April 10, 2026