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Immigrant New York: Lower East Side, Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour

About this Experience

What you'll do:

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the immigrant experience in New York City’s Lower East Side, brought to life through its diverse and historic culinary landscape. Join us for a journey that not only offers a taste of the neighborhood’s flavors but also celebrates the stories of perseverance and cultural richness brought by immigrants.

Why we love it for your party:

  • Cultural Immersion Through Cuisine: Experience the rich tapestry of immigrant stories and traditions that have shaped the Lower East Side—one bite at a time.

  • Taste Iconic Foods: From legendary bagels and bialys to classic cannolis and Cantonese pork buns, this tour offers a curated tasting of New York’s most beloved bites.

  • Expert-Led Storytelling: Our knowledgeable guides bring history to life with engaging tales of resilience, heritage, and community transformation.

  • Perfect for All Tastes: With a wide range of food stops—from sweet to savory, traditional to innovative—there’s something for every palate in the group.

  • Great Group Energy: Ideal for team outings, educational groups, or family get-togethers looking to bond over food and shared cultural discovery.

About this experience partner:

Like A Local Tours provides sustainable, memorable experiences in NYC and Brooklyn by connecting locals and tourists to authentic tour guides and local businesses. We showcase NYC and Brooklyn neighborhoods through food, fashion, art, and history and bring you immersive experiences that will leave you with great memories and a deep understanding of the area.

Additional Information:

  • Duration: Approximately 2.5–3 hours

  • $300 Guide Fee - Your local, licensed tour guide is a master host and a phenomenal storyteller!

  • +$85 Per Person Fee

  • Drink Add-On Available: Beer at Top Hops Tasting Bar at Essex Market

  • Walking Distance: Roughly 1.5 miles—comfortable footwear recommended

  • Group Size: Customizable for private and corporate groups

  • Dietary Restrictions: We do our best to accommodate! Please let us know in advance

  • What’s Included: All food tastings, guided storytelling, and a digital map of the route & featured eateries

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Grace

April 2025 • Other Party

We took the walking tour with Chris. I enjoyed the tour sampling the different food. Chris pointed out architecture and various graffiti art. The tour took me to areas I wouldn’t normally go. The weather was terrible but you can’t plan for that. Chris communicated where to meet up & tried to provide a good experience for everyone.

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Leah

April 2025 • Group-Trip Party

I’ve visited New York City several times, but I’ve never spent much time in the Lower East Side. I thought this tour would be a great way to get to know the neighbourhood, and it was exactly that! Seth was an excellent guide, delving into the history and showing us around this popular part of Manhattan, and taking us to several businesses (including stops in Chinatown and Little Italy), where we enjoyed very tasty food - the pasta and pizza stops were highlights for me. I highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to become better acquainted with Manhattan’s Lower East Side and enjoy good food along the way.