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Chinatown & Little Italy: Culinary Delights Tour
5.0
7 Ratings
New York
Embark on a flavorful journey through Chinatown and Little Italy, savoring iconic dishes and rich histories from beloved family-owned shops.
Embark on a flavorful journey through Chinatown and Little Italy, savoring iconic dishes and rich histories from beloved family-owned shops.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Columbus Park - Stroll through the charming Columbus Park, situated in the renowned former Five Points area, famously depicted in Martin Scorsese’s “Gangs of New York.”
- Little Italy - Wander the historic streets of Little Italy, where quaint shops abound and Italian music drifts from the restaurants. (A large novelty cannoli is also a…
- Columbus Park - Stroll through the charming Columbus Park, situated in the renowned former Five Points area, famously depicted in Martin Scorsese’s “Gangs of New York.”
- Little Italy - Wander the historic streets of Little Italy, where quaint shops abound and Italian music drifts from the restaurants. (A large novelty cannoli is also a highlight!)
- Chinatown - Explore Chinatown and visit the historic Doyers Street, known for its vibrantly painted street and an array of delightful shops and eateries.
What's Included
- Meals
- Meals
Additional Information
Embark on a delightful culinary adventure through Chinatown and Little Italy, showcasing the finest flavors from five cherished local establishments. Start with a soft Hong Kong sponge cake and fragrant Thai tea, then savor delectable Chinese dumplings. Enjoy exceptional pizza made with a sauce perfected over 4.5 hours, and explore a century-old shop…
Embark on a delightful culinary adventure through Chinatown and Little Italy, showcasing the finest flavors from five cherished local establishments. Start with a soft Hong Kong sponge cake and fragrant Thai tea, then savor delectable Chinese dumplings. Enjoy exceptional pizza made with a sauce perfected over 4.5 hours, and explore a century-old shop offering exquisite cheeses and Tuscan salami. End your tour with the finest cannoli in Little Italy, a tribute to the rich culinary heritage cherished by families for generations.
- Discover five iconic culinary destinations in Chinatown and Little Italy
- Sample traditional dishes, including dumplings and pizza
- Visit family-owned shops with rich histories
- Conclude with a sweet delight: the best cannoli in Little Italy
- Immerse yourself in the neighborhood, meet its characters, and enjoy the experience!
Location
123 Baxter St
Baxter Street
Guide will meet guests in front of the meeting point at 123 Baxter Street which is between Hester and Canal Streets (Closer to Hester Street).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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L2181dlcarlj
Nov 6, 2025
Better than we ever could have imagined. - What an amazing experience this was. We would have paid double for what we got. We cannot wait for this company to add more tours, so that when we come back to New York we can experience more just like this.
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Captphilly
Nov 6, 2025
Unbelievable food experience. - Tommy is the best! He is so knowledgeable about the area and its history. He showed us things we never would have found or known about, even though we are New Yorker's. The places he took us to were awesome, the food is exceptional. He knows just about everyone in Little Italy, even "Tommy the Nose" who appeared in a few mob type movies. What a character. We went on a Sunday so many of the streets were closed to vehicular traffic which was great, we were able to walk around leisurely.
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Lorrainect1662fu
Nov 3, 2025
A treat for the taste buds and for yourself! - What a fantastic well executed day! Roaming through Chinatown and Little Italy, with the expertise of a well informed and charismatic tour guide held all the components of a great day. The tour started on a timely basis, was well organized and had a little bit of extra room to do some shopping. Ending up at Ferrara’s for a sweet was the perfect way to end the day! Perfect for a group of friends, a girls trip or anyone who just wants to learn a little more about New York City and take your taste buds on a tour as well!
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Julia
Oct 18, 2025
Cult 2 Culture Tours is a must! - Cult 2 Culture Tours is a must for anyone who wants to experience a piece of the real New York City. While guiding us through the bustling streets of Little Italy, Tom kept us enthralled with stories about the history, lore, people, and delicious tastes of this unique and welcoming neighborhood. Our favorite part of the tour was stopping in a specialty food shop where we sampled 18-year-old cheese made in the mountains of Italy. Thanks, Tom, for showing us a little piece of your home!
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B3717qmjohnd
Oct 12, 2025
Terrific tour and great guide! - I really enjoyed the Mom & Pop Food Tour. Tom was a fantastic guide - friendly informative, funny and full of interesting facts and stories about the places we visited along the way. The food was excellent and Tom made sure everyone felt welcome. I was full by the end but still had room for a cannoli and an Italian cookie! Highly recommend.
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Dreamer50198049524
Sep 25, 2025
Great guide! Great food and lots of fun! - What a wonderful tour! Tom was the perfect guide-informative and funny and he knew everyone along the route! It was someone's birthday and he even brought out a little keyboard instrument and played happy birthday while we all sang! There was plenty of great food and each stop had an interesting story! Make sure to come hungry!
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Toliverair
Sep 14, 2025
A delightful and delicious tour! - What a fabulous tour! We had an incredible time visiting the unique and delicious stops on the Mom and Pop Food Tour in ChinaTown and Little Italy. Tom is a wonderful guide. He knows this area very well and has so many stories and fun places that he incorporated during the food tour. The restaurants and establishments that Tom has chosen for this specific tour are the best in the city. We will be returning to these locations each time we visit NYC. I highly recommend this tour for anyone. We had a one year old baby with a stroller and it was no problem at all. Tom is very knowledgeable, fun, talented and friendly. You will be delighted with this tour and will be recommending it to everyone you know. Bonjour!
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