Lower East Side Food Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore historic Lower East Side
- Taste iconic New York deli sandwiches
- Visit a traditional Jewish bakery
- Discover hidden speakeasies
- Learn about immigrant history
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Lower East Side
- Tastings at 6 local eateries
- Insights into neighborhood history and culture
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; cancellations due to weather are rare.
- Please inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance.
- Gratuity for the guide is appreciated but not included in the tour price.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves approximately 1.5 miles of walking.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the tour.
- Be prepared for varying weather conditions; check the forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Can dietary requirements be accommodated on this tour? We can accommodate most dietary needs — including vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free, dairy‑free, nut‑free, and other requirements — as long as we are informed at least 24 hours before the tour. Substitutions can be arranged in most cases but may not be available at every stop. Please note that many foods on this tour are not prepared in nut‑free, dairy‑free, or gluten‑free facilities, and cross‑contamination is possible. Guests with severe allergies should use caution.
- What happens if the weather is bad? This experience runs rain, shine, or snow. In the rare case that weather conditions pose a safety risk, the tour may be postponed or canceled for guest safety.
- Is this tour child-friendly? Yes! This tour is suitable for families. Children under 4 years old can join free of charge. A reduced child price applies for children aged 4 to 11.
- Is this tour suitable for all ages and fitness levels? The tour includes approximately 2.5 miles / 4 km of walking at a relaxed pace.
Reviews
Wonderful to do in the evening, less crowded. Good for all ages, even kids. Hits all the major sights.
We did an early morning tour with Lorenzo. This was definitely the highlight of our quick stop in DC on the way home from Spring Break. Lorenzo was very knowledgeable and we had a great time. The 7 am tour was perfect for photos of all monuments and buildings! There was no one around and traffic was minimal!
Dr. Cook was fantastic. Would definitely book with them again. He was fun and extremely knowledgable. would highly recommend.
Traveler reviews
Foodie bites
Oh what treats Joanne planned for us on this tour! It was full of history and tasty morsels of food! Well done!!
Super Fantastic
Joanne was Super Fantastic and she made the tour interesting, informative and worth every cent!! The tastings were perfect flavors of different cultures. The information on different landmarks was a great addition. Highly recommend this tour and Joanne as your guide.
For the tour price the...
For the tour price the food outlets visited are obviously very simple but appropriate. The guide was informative and tailored the route to take account of the fact that I had recently had surgery on my left leg.
Fun tour
Joanne was an incredible guide with a vast amount of knowledge! She tried very hard to keep us in the shade on a very hot day. The bites were yummy too!
Fun way to acquaint...
Fun way to acquaint ourselves with the lower east side and taste bites of food from the cultures that made the area what is was and is. Joanna was so nice and we especially liked how she threw in more than the “required” information for the tour.