The Lower East Side Food Tour

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Overview

Learn the culture both historic and modern of the Lower East Side, whether it's the delicious pickles (on a street that once had over 100 pickle carts) or the savory knishes, your taste buds will be satisfied!

The portion sizes on this pay what you wish tour are rather large. Your guide will explain how to split up every single item. For parties of 1, you are encouraged to team up with other parties of 1.

What's Included

  • Guide Fee. Tour cost includes the guide
  • Food and drink are not included. You choose which items, and how much of it you want.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

East Houston Street
New York, NY 10002, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Essex Street
New York, NY 10002, USA

We will finish the tour at the south side of the essex market.

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What To Expect

Sara D Roosevelt Park

This is where our introduction will take place. We once saw Adam Sandler playing basketball here!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Yonah Schimmel's Knish Bakery

See the over 100 years old historic bakery and feast on either a savory knish, or the legendary doughy cheese pretzel! Water, coffee, soft drink available for purchase.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Russ & Daughters Cafe

Larn about the first business to be named "& Daughters" in US history.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

il laboratorio del gelato

24 years old and famous across the city, enjoy a selection of over 300 flavors (48 on display)
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Economy Candy

Get some candy!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dominican Cravings

Delicious fried empanadas $2 gets you one empanada. Beef, Chicken, ham and cheese, Mozzarella.
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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
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Recommended for anyone that can do 4,000 steps in the weather conditions of that day.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Lower East Side 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). 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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  • 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
  • Recommended for anyone that can do 4,000 steps in the weather conditions of that day.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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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).

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