Explore iconic neighborhoods with unforgettable flavors and history in Lower Manhattan
Step into the historic crossroads of Chinatown and Little Italy on a food tour where centuries of culture blend into unforgettable flavors. From gritty Five Points roots to vibrant street food and classic Italian pastries, experience New York’s rich immigrant heritage in every bite.
Begin at Columbus Park, once known as Five Points and featured in Gangs of New York. Savor crispy handmade dumplings from a beloved spot, then taste a flaky roast pork pastry inspired by mid-20th century Hong Kong. Wander Chinatown’s bustling streets, delight in visually stunning sweets and witness the cultural shift into Little Italy. Visit a historic Italian bakery, enjoy a slice of classic New York-style pizza and finish with a mini New York-style cheesecake. Book today for a flavorful journey through two iconic neighborhoods.
Alcohol may be enjoyed by those of legal drinking age.
Begin in historic Columbus Park — formerly known as Five Points — the gritty battleground famously portrayed in Gangs of New York.
Stop 2
Enjoy handmade fried dumplings from a beloved neighborhood favorite, crispy and packed with bold flavor.
Stop 3
Savor a specialty inspired by 1940s Hong Kong, where Cantonese roast pork met Western baking to create a flaky, flavorful classic.
Stop 4
Walk through the bustling heart of Chinatown while uncovering stories of the neighborhood’s earliest Chinese-owned businesses and the legendary “bloody angle.”
Stop 5
Drop by one of the area's busiest bakeries for an eye-catching sweet treat that’s just as Instagram-worthy as it is delicious.
Stop 6
Experience one of New York’s most striking transitions as Chinese storefronts give way to the sights and scents of Little Italy — a true cultural shift in just a few steps.
Stop 7
Visit a classic Italian bakery dating back to 1892 for a sweet sample straight out of old New York.
Stop 8
Step inside a legendary bar featured in iconic mob films and TV shows, then enjoy a slice of pizza that would make The Godfather proud.
Stop 9
Wrap things up with a mini New York-style cheesecake while learning what lies just north of Little Italy.
Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.
Join Guide Bobby and their team to take a bite out of the Big Apple. Having led food tours for many years, they know the best secret foodie spots and happening places around every corner, with opportunities to sample everything from New York-style pizza to an array of international delights. Few cities in the world offer the electrifying culture your expert food tour guide will uncover.
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.This experience is not refundable as it includes a meal kit.
Explore iconic neighborhoods with unforgettable flavors and history in Lower Manhattan
Step into the historic crossroads of Chinatown and Little Italy on a food tour where centuries of culture blend into unforgettable flavors. From gritty Five Points roots to vibrant street food and classic Italian pastries, experience New York’s rich immigrant heritage in every bite.
Begin at Columbus Park, once known as Five Points and featured in Gangs of New York. Savor crispy handmade dumplings from a beloved spot, then taste a flaky roast pork pastry inspired by mid-20th century Hong Kong. Wander Chinatown’s bustling streets, delight in visually stunning sweets and witness the cultural shift into Little Italy. Visit a historic Italian bakery, enjoy a slice of classic New York-style pizza and finish with a mini New York-style cheesecake. Book today for a flavorful journey through two iconic neighborhoods.
Alcohol may be enjoyed by those of legal drinking age.
Begin in historic Columbus Park — formerly known as Five Points — the gritty battleground famously portrayed in Gangs of New York.
Stop 2
Enjoy handmade fried dumplings from a beloved neighborhood favorite, crispy and packed with bold flavor.
Stop 3
Savor a specialty inspired by 1940s Hong Kong, where Cantonese roast pork met Western baking to create a flaky, flavorful classic.
Stop 4
Walk through the bustling heart of Chinatown while uncovering stories of the neighborhood’s earliest Chinese-owned businesses and the legendary “bloody angle.”
Stop 5
Drop by one of the area's busiest bakeries for an eye-catching sweet treat that’s just as Instagram-worthy as it is delicious.
Stop 6
Experience one of New York’s most striking transitions as Chinese storefronts give way to the sights and scents of Little Italy — a true cultural shift in just a few steps.
Stop 7
Visit a classic Italian bakery dating back to 1892 for a sweet sample straight out of old New York.
Stop 8
Step inside a legendary bar featured in iconic mob films and TV shows, then enjoy a slice of pizza that would make The Godfather proud.
Stop 9
Wrap things up with a mini New York-style cheesecake while learning what lies just north of Little Italy.
Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.
Reviews guests left for other experiences with Guide Bobby or Local Guide
Parisa
11 Mar 2025
Gave us the wrong meetup location and/or the wrong meetup time. We were told to meet at 12pm, and when support got back to us at 12:15pm they said the tour had already started and they were over 30 minutes walking distance from us. We then thought it would be a lost cause to try and catch up so we sent screenshots to their customer support and then decided to call their customer support line who said they would confirm with the tour guide before being able to give us a refund. It has been days and we have still not heard back from them. We have emailed and called and the number has gone dead on us and they have not responded to our emails. We have started to take other measures at this time.
Reviews Guide Bobby or Local Guide received outside of Cozymeal
Summer
09 Dec 2022
Beautiful Greenwich Village may be explored on a great walking tour. When we walked and ate our way through the village with David as our guide, we really felt like natives. David was also friendly, knowledgeable, and entertaining. The variety of cuisine was excellent, and the accompanying stories gave the dish much more significance. Thank you David for a wonderful day! it was the high point of our trip to New York.
Patty
09 Dec 2022
The tour is made better by the guide, and David was a blast. Between the extremely excellent dishes were the history lessons, which were awesome.
Olga
09 Dec 2022
This tour was fantastic. We've taken several tours around the city, and Dave was unquestionably one of the greatest tour guides we've ever had. Although his subject matter expertise was outstanding, his delivery was excellent. This guy is cracking me up. He was humorous, clever, quick, and overall just a really lovely man. Regarding the food, I must mention that it was extremely amazing. Everything was excellent. Everything was true to life. Everything was original and imaginative. We would give this tour 10 stars if there was a 10-star rating system. Dave, many thanks for a great time
Duncan
09 Dec 2022
An enjoyable tour with delicious refreshments and loads of interesting facts about the Village. David was an excellent tour guide who was knowledgeable, humorous, and attentive. A truly positive encounter.
Grey
09 Dec 2022
Wonderful tour; Carly was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The meals we sampled were excellent! I highly recommend doing this tour!
Samara S.
09 Dec 2022
Carly is a fantastic tour leader. She is familiar with the neighborhood's history as well as interesting restaurants because she is a native New Yorker. She introduced everyone, something that other guides have not done. She is also easily audible. This tour is a MUST DO!
Margareth
08 Dec 2022
Our guide for the Greenwich Village Food Tour was Allie. We did not anticipate discovering so much about New York City and the neighborhood! The quantity of food also far beyond our expectations; we were so full we didn't even have room for dinner! Additionally, the meal selection was excellent. Allie was smart, obliging, and enjoyable.
Morgan H.
08 Dec 2022
This tour was fantastic. Despite my many trips to New York City, I had never visited The Village. David was a very knowledgeable tour leader. He kept it lighthearted while giving you food and pointing out many other aspects as he led you through the area. I would have registered for their other tours if I had more time! Take the tour. You won't feel hungry or let down.
Christian
07 Dec 2022
David was outstanding. He did a terrific job addressing everyone by name and communicating with them. Exceptional local knowledge and delicious meal stops. David and the Food Tour come highly recommended!
Diana
07 Dec 2022
I'm so happy we did it! Without such a humorous and educated guide as David, I doubt the event would have been half as good. He truly improved the tour! The food was also excellent. However, David's historical lesson and comic show were the real highlights.
