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NYC East Village Polish Food Tour

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Mr. Baczynsky, Ukrainian owner, East Village Meat Market and smoked kabanosy kielbasa.
Pierogi with buttered onions and sour cream
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Pierogi are the perfect food for a romantic date!
Borscht cold or hot is always yummy

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This seasonal tour runs from September to May, the perfect time for stick to your ribs hearty samples. Enjoy a delicious 2-hour stroll through New York City's famous and colorful East Village, with its old world Eastern European eateries full of yummy pierogi, gołumbki (stuffed cabbage), kielbasa, egg creams and baked goods. The tasty samples are bites, not a meal. Public tours are limited to eight tourists, providing a more intimate experience.

What's Included

  • Food samples
  • Alcohol/smoking not offered/allowed nor smoking are available during the tour
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2nd Avenue
New York, NY 10003, USA

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What To Expect

St. Mark's Church In-the-bowery

Meet your guide outside Little Poland in the East Village to begin your walk through the historic area.See historic and colonial St. Mark's in the Bowery Church, the burial place of Peter Stuyvesant, the last Dutch Governor General of New Amsterdam. Stroll down Second Avenue with its Little Germany turn-of-the-century architecture. See funky St. Mark's Place, current and former home to Beatniks, punk rockers, and jazz greats. St. Mark's Place has various Thai, Afghani, and pub grub culinary options.  It was also home to Andy Warhol's Night Club and the 19th century German American Shooting Gallery.Come taste, savor, and learn NYC's East Village and its rich, old world history.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NYC East Village Polish Food Tour?

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

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

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Average 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 33 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NYC East Village Polish Food Tour?
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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 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Food samples.
The following is NOT included:
  • Alcohol/smoking not offered/allowed nor smoking are available during the tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the NYC East Village Polish Food Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for NYC East Village Polish Food Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Food samples
  • Alcohol/smoking not offered/allowed nor smoking are available during the tour

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Each walk is no more than 1 mile
  • Greg Walks NYC/Gregory S. Marro and all agents/assigns/employees, are released/discharged, from/against any/all liability arising from participation in Greg Walks NYC Food Tours. This release is legally binding on all tour participants/heirs/successors,/assigns/ legal representatives. Tour participants assume all travel risks/liabilities and release Greg Walks NYC / Gregory S. Marro from all/any liabilities/penalties to the maximum permitted by law. All aforementioned terms apply and are binding for all Viator/TripAdvisor ticket purchases. No shows are non-refundable. Tourists MUST inform tour guide of any/all food allergies, and dietary restrictions PRIOR to tour start. No alcohol is permitted / served on the tour. Smoking is not permitted as a courtesy to the guide and fellow foodies. Photos and videos taken by Greg Walks NYC / Gregory S. Marro may be used for offline and online social media sites.
  • Public tours require 2 people to operate, single tourists are welcome. Rescheduling based on headcount, and availability. Amendment details will be sent by TripAdvisor messaging and/or text message.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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  • 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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