Bagels, Dumplings, and Tacos: A New York Food Adventure

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New York City, USA

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Bagels, Dumplings, Pizza, & Tacos is fun, insightful and an absolute feast for the senses, usually visiting the Lower East Side, Chinatown, and more.

Eat 4 iconic foods that escaped their cultures of origin to have a big impact on NYC and beyond.

We’ll visit some old standards and some rising stars as we explore the food and the beautiful places they're served, making a total of 4-6 food stops. You’ll be full.

BUT this is not your normal food tour. We don't follow a fixed route. Instead the experienced, licensed guide will get the pulse of the group and draw from a big bag of options to make each outing more personal, memorable, and unique.

We are always learning more about the city, and that's how we can run these organic, informal events that are less scripted and more like an eclectic group of friends out for a food crawl in the city.

Wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to walk. We cover a lot of ground and often eat standing up!

A TOUR FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T LOVE TOURS

What's Included

  • Lunch We'll eat at least one of each: Bagels, dumplings, pizza and tacos! You will be full
  • Bottled water
  • Smaller group size. Others cap at 12-16 people, we cap at 8-10
  • Alcoholic beverages Beer/wine/cocktails as well as coffee and soft drinks available at many stops, but are not included
  • Gratuity not included. Never expected, always appreciated
  • No headsets, microphones, umbrellas or 'branding' so we don't stand out as a tour group.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

East 1st St &
1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003, USA

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End point

Mulberry Street &
Baxter Street, New York, NY 10013, USA

Tour end-point varies, but usually in Chinatown, close to a subway station.

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What To Expect

First Park

We meet at First Park, where the grid begins, and smack in the middle of a culinary hotspot. Our first food stop is usually just a few minutes away. THIS IS A SAMPLE ITINERARY. We take input from the group, then draw from a big bag of options to make each outing unique.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Russ & Daughters

SAMPLE ITINERARY! We don't visit the same places every time, given the wealth of choices we have available to us. SOMETIMES we start at Russ & Daughters, where the bagels are good and the decor sends you decades back in time.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lower East Side (Pass By)

From First Park, we'll head south into the Lower East Side where bagels, dumplings tacos, pizza, and street art await.
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Economy Candy

Family-owned and operated for almost 100 years, Economy Candy is a colorful and enjoyable stop. They have candy from all over the world, and candy you might not have seen in decades. Great fun. No purchase necessary.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kossar's Bagels & Bialys

The oldest bialy bakery in The United States, Kossar's has a colorful history and they make great food. If we don't stop at Russ & Daughters, and maybe even if we do, we might stop here.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

North Dumpling

A tiny dumpling outpost on Essex Street, North Dumpling is usually buzzing. It's a fun place to grab our first round of dumplings, and we'll probably eat them on the street.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Cabron Taqueria

We often stop at El Cabron, where the tacos are real and delicious. Grab a beer or a Margherita if you want!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Scarr's Pizza

Sometimes the line is too long, but if we hit it right, a slice from Scarr's is always a good time.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Freeman Alley - Graffiti

Freeman Alley is a Mecca of graffiti and street art. It changes every day. If you like bright colors and beautiful imagery, you should see it at least once.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nolita Pizza

If we aren't full already, we might make our way to the exception slices at Nolita Pizza.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jin Mei Dumpling

Hands down the best pan friend dumplings in New York. We gotta eat them standing on the street, but it's absolutely worth it.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown (Pass By)

We'll pass through Chinatown, take in the sights, and eat some dumplings.
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Columbus Park

Columbus Park is a well-used and vibrant park with a rich history. We often end our tour here, or nearby.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bagels, Dumplings, and Tacos: A New York Food Adventure?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • LunchWe'll eat at least one of each: Bagels, dumplings, pizza and tacos! You will be full
  • Bottled water
  • Smaller group size. Others cap at 12-16 people, we cap at 8-10
  • Follow-up materials with undercover tips and tricks for exploring NYC
  • Friendly, licensed, and professional NYC Guide
  • Alcoholic beveragesBeer/wine/cocktails as well as coffee and soft drinks available at many stops, but are not included
  • Gratuity not included. Never expected, always appreciated
  • No headsets, microphones, umbrellas or 'branding' so we don't stand out as a tour group.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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