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Lower East Side Eats Food Tour

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New York City, USA
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

On this 3-hour food tour of the Lower East Side, you will eat your way through the streets, as you sample delicacies from New York's premier appetizing stores, ethnic eateries, and "mom and pop" restaurants. We make 6 different delectable stops on the tour (enough for lunch) Explore what was once an immigrant and working class neighborhood rich in ethnic diversity and culture. Learn about the history of the tenement buildings and much more!

What's Included

  • 6 food tastings (enough for lunch)
  • 3-hour walking food tour with a discussion of neighborhood history and culture
  • Licensed New York City sightseeing guides
  • Transportation to and from the meeting location
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

205 East Houston Street
New York, NY 10002, USA

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End point

379 Grand Street
New York, NY 10002, USA

Outside in front of The Doughnut Plant

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Katz's Delicatessen

The oldest and best delicatessen in New York (Est. 1888)
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

El Castillo De Jagua Restaurant

Amazingly Delicious Authentic Dominican Cuisine (Est. 1986)
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Economy Candy

The last old fashioned candy store in New Yorkl Stocking all types of candy, nuts, and dried fruit from floor-to- ceiling. “Noshers’ paradise of the Lower East Side.” (Est. 1937)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Formaggio Essex

Artisanal cheese shop, specializing in top quality goods from small producers. resplendent with beautifully packaged jams, honeys, mustards, vinegars, olive oils, and cured meats
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

The Pickle Guys

Pickles made the old-fashioned way, from traditional cucumber pickles to pickled mango and pineapple. Pucker up! (Est. 2002)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Kossar's Bagels & Bialys

The oldest bialy bakery in the United States. (Est. 1936)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Doughnut Plant

Unique flavors that redefine the doughnut. (Est.1994)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lower East Side Eats Food Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-6242P4

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What's Included

Activity name

  • 6 food tastings (enough for lunch)
  • 3-hour walking food tour with a discussion of neighborhood history and culture
  • Licensed New York City sightseeing guides
  • Transportation to and from the meeting location

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Wear comfortable shoes
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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