The streets of the Lower East Side tell the tales of struggling immigrants - Eastern Europeans, Russians, Germans, Puerto Ricans - who came to America in search of opportunity.
They brought with them recipes from the 'old world' and you can still taste these foods today.
Lower East Side Food Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Discover America's great Melting Pot in one neighborhood.
- Pay for only what you want to eat.
- Learn some useful Yiddish phrases for ordering food.
Description
Where can you find a historic Synagogue next to a Bulgarian punk discotheque, trendy boutiques that sit comfortably beside decades-old "Mom and Pop" shops, or tenement apartments interspersed between luxury high-rise condos?
Look no further than our Lower East Side Food Tour to discover America's great Melting Pot!
The streets of the Lower East Side tell the tales of struggling immigrants - Eastern Europeans, Russians, Germans, Puerto Ricans - who came to America in search of opportunity.
They brought with them recipes from the 'old world' and you can still taste these foods today.
Ever eaten a potato knish? How about a bialy or pretzel? Care to try a green tea doughnut?
Join Free Tours by Foot as we visit historic synagogues, check out the area's latest in arts and architecture, learn about life in the tenements, and master useful Yiddish phrases, all while refining our palates with delectable treats from around the globe.
At the food shops, YOU choose what treats you would like to nosh (that's Yiddish for 'snack on'). Try them all or none at all.
Unlike other tours that charge around $45 with some excluding food, on this tour, YOU choose what to eat and how much to spend.
The suggested amount to bring for snacks is $7-10, depending on your appetite! Vegetarian and vegan options are available at several shops.
Included / Excluded
- Licenced Local Tour Guide
- Digital Ticket
- Meet Fellow Travelers and Locals
- Food
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Tour is in English.
- 2 hours and 15 minutes in duration
- The booking fee is optional.
- Participants must book in advance.
- Tour is in English.
- Tour runs on pay-what-you-like model
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| Free Lower East Side Food Tour | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (5 - 80 years) | N/A |
Points of interest
- The Angel Orensanz Foundation, Norfolk Street, New York, NY, USA
- Yonah Schimmel's Knish Bakery, East Houston Street, New York, NY, USA
- Katz's Delicatessen, East Houston Street, New York, NY, USA
- Essex Market, Essex Street, New York, NY, USA
- Lower East Side Tenement National Historic Site, Orchard Street, New York, NY, USA
- The Pickle Guys, Grand Street, New York, NY, USA
- Sugar Sweet Sunshine Bakery, Essex Street, New York, NY, USA
- Kossar's Bagels & Bialys (LES), Grand Street, New York, NY, USA
- Russ & Daughters, East Houston Street, New York, NY, USA
About operator:
Tours by Foot is a group of fun-loving tour guides who have come together for a common cause: To teach history and entertain guests with creative tours and travel advice for the world's greatest cities.
Tours by Foot has partnered with expert local guides to offer thousands of walking tours for more than a decade and is among the top-rated walking tour companies in all our cities.
We offer both small-group/semi-private walking tours as well as walks that have no upfront costs so that everyone can enjoy fun, creative, and educational walking, food, bike, and bus tours for any travel budget.
Our guides have to work extra hard to entertain you and earn your appreciation. It's the best guarantee in the business!
We also offer private, fee-based tours for families, students, and any group looking for a more intimate and affordable sightseeing option.
We've been featured in travel guides like Lonely Planet, top press like the New York Times, and travel bloggers from all over the world. We have given tours to Hollywood stars, foreign ambassadors, and local elementary schools.
Basic Information
- Duration: 2 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 25
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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