America’s original multicultural melting pot, the Lower East Side is still foodie heaven, with dishes from a wealth of cultures and cuisines. Experience them on this guided food tour. You’ll sample Jewish pastries at a heritage bakery, try handmade Chinese dumplings and classic candy, and discover the delights of NYC’s historic Essex Street Market. Bring cash to pay your guide for your food on arrival.

Tour the Lower East Side and Essex Street Market with a knowledgeable guide
Sample Jewish knish pastries, Chinese dumplings, candy, and more
Capture photos of the delicatessen seen in When Harry Met Sally
Learn about the different waves of immigration that shaped the neighborhood

What To Expect

Yonah Schimmel’s Knish Bakery

Savory and sweet delicacies with a side of history at NYC’s oldest knishery

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Katz’s Delicatessen

Passing by the outside of this family-run deli, famous from “When Harry Met Sally” and “Law and Order”

• Admission Ticket Free

Economy Candy

A legendary store that started as a pushcart outside a shoe and hat repair shop
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tenement Museum

A glimpse of the recreated homes of former residents that honor their enduring spirit

• Admission Ticket Free

Vanessa’s Dumpling House

Handmade dumplings, traditionally from Northern China

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Essex Street Market

Tasty treats at NYC’s most historic public market, dating back over 100 years

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Include

Professional and Knowledgeable Guide

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Gratuities
Food: provide the guide $30 in cash on your arrival, They’ll pay for the entire group at each stop