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On our Secret Food Tour: Chinatown and Little Italy, you'll experience New York City’s most “Iconic" neighborhoods.
Get ready to experience the rich history, traditions, and flavors of New York City's most internationally recognized ethnic neighborhoods. Our 5-star cultural and gastronomic adventure promises to be an experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the city and its diverse communities.
You will be eating all the way from Five Points to Chinatown, and from Little Italy to Nolita! As you journey through the streets with us, our knowledgeable guides will captivate you with fascinating stories about these vibrant places.
New York City is full of hidden gems, with this highly curated tour in Lower Manhattan, you'll have the chance to uncover some of the city's best-kept secrets, long known only to the locals!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours
Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Hot brick-oven pizza
Our signature Secret Dish
Creamy New York cheesecake
Classic mini cannoli
Sweet mochi donut holes
Crispy handmade dumplings
Freshly baked roast pork bun
Transportation
Gratuities
Columbus Park
Columbus Park, formerly known as Mulberry Bend Park, Five Points Park and Paradise Park, is a public park in Chinatown, Manhattan, in New York City that was built in 1897. During the 19th century, this was the most dangerous ghetto area of immigrant New York, as portrayed in the book and film Gangs of New York.
Chinatown
Vibrant Chinatown is a densely populated neighborhood that draws foodies and tourists to its many Chinese and Southeast Asian restaurants for dumplings, pork buns and hand-pulled noodles. The busy sidewalks are packed with souvenir stores, bubble tea shops, and markets selling everything from fresh and dried fish to herbs and spices. Locals hang out in leafy Columbus Park for Tai Chi, chess and mahjong.
Upgrade to Private tour: Opt to upgrade for a private food tour of Chinatown & Little Italy, exclusively for you and your group.
Small-Group Tour: Experience our Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour in a small group of 12 people or less
2,298 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Christian O,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
Great history of China town & Little Italy and even better food tastings. I left feeling STUFFED! Thanks for a great time, Patrick!
Avivit K,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
Secret food tour with great tastings and a greater tour guide - Renee was a great bubbly and cheerful guide with plenty of knowledge on the city history and food!!! the best food, I didn't notice the time flies! excellent!
Alfred L,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
From past experience when we arrive at a destination before hotel check-in we try to book a walking tour. Food tours are great for getting oriented, fighting through jet lag, and sampling the local cuisine. Our food tour of Chinatown and Little Italy with Dena did not disappoint! We had 7 different items and finished the tour not needing to have dinner. Dena was very friendly, engaging and a lot of fun. Highly recommend her tour!
Anita S,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We took the NYC Chinatown & Little Italy Walking Food Tour on October 13th, and it was absolutely fantastic! Our guide, Emily, was wonderful—so engaging, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable about the rich history and culture of both neighborhoods. She made the tour flow effortlessly by ordering all the tastings in advance, which kept everything efficient and relaxed. Every stop featured delicious food and generous portions—we were completely full by the end and didn’t even need dinner! A perfect blend of history, culture, and amazing eats. Highly recommend this tour and especially Emily!
Juan E,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
Wonderful food tour in a special part of New York City. Our guide Emily was friendly, enthusiastic and extremely knowledgable. Each stop had delicious food, including places we've been meaning to try for months.
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