--- title: "#1 Rated NYC Chinatown Food and History Walking Tour with FNYT" lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 90 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.99 reviews: 194 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 5 of 73 (Food & Pizza Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/1-rated-nyc-chinatown-food-and-history-walking-tour-with-fnyt/ --- # #1 Rated NYC Chinatown Food and History Walking Tour with FNYT In our comparison: #5 of 73 in Food & Pizza Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 3 sit-down INDOOR tastings included with Foods of NY Tours! Chinatown can definitely be intimidating, even for a native New Yorker! It’s a diverse neighborhood with historic landmarks, hidden side streets, delicious foods from all over Asia, and it’s home to one of the largest population of Chinese people in the western hemisphere. Join us as we share interesting stories, sights and delicious foods. Where to eat in Chinatown can be overwhelming, so this is where we come in! Enjoy 3 mouthwatering sit-down tastings: 5 types of dim sum, authentic Peking Duck prepared as if you were in Beijing, and Malaysian street food. The tour also includes a modern and traditional dessert, representing two sides of a changing neighborhood. Join us for a memorable journey that will leave you with a deep understanding of the flavors, history, and confidence to navigate Manhattan’s Chinatown! We visit 5 establishments, 3 of which we sit indoors with more tastings! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Dim Sum Go Go is located at 5 E Broadway, - Starts 10:30, 11:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €90 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.99/5 from 194 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Foods of New York Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:30, 11:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.99 from 194 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 194 of 194. - 5 stars: 193 (99%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Licensed NYC Tour Guide - All food tastings are included in your ticket price and is enough food that you won't be hungry after! - Tea is served at each restaurant and included in ticket price. ## Not included - Tour Guide Gratuity - Alcoholic non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase at some establishments. Must be 21+ years old to purchase alcohol. ## Itinerary 1. ***SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Start off your food tour with a multi course tasting ...** (30m) - *SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Start off your food tour with a multi course tasting of classic dim sum items from Chinatown's "first made to order" dim sum restaurant, and Michelin recommended for the past 10 years. 2. **Learn about the history of Manhattan's Chinatown and how the area developed t...** (10m) - Learn about the history of Manhattan's Chinatown and how the area developed to what it is today. Explore the different micro neighborhoods of regional communities who immigrated here over the past 200 years. 3. **Take a walk down this legendary street featured in many movies and historical...** (15m) - Take a walk down this legendary street featured in many movies and historical stories, and also home to some of Chinatowns most iconic restaurants (and cocktail lounge) you'll want to return to. 4. ***SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Expand your palate at this New Malaysian restaurant s...** (30m) - *SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Expand your palate at this New Malaysian restaurant serving their traditional Roti Canai Bread (flaky like a flat croissant) served along side a mild, but flavorful curry, that will open your eyes to whole new world of flavors! 5. **Try the newest doughnut trend, Mochi doughnuts, made from Japanese Mochi flou...** (10m) - Try the newest doughnut trend, Mochi doughnuts, made from Japanese Mochi flour and machta tea to create a unique flavor and texture that will have you hooked at first bite! 6. **Take a stroll through Columbus Park, Chinatown's "Town Square" where many loc...** (30m) - Take a stroll through Columbus Park, Chinatown's "Town Square" where many local residents gather every day to exercise, play traditional Chinese music and instruments, and play games traditional to Chinese culture. 7. ***SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Try authentic Peking duck carved right in front of yo...** (30m) - *SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Try authentic Peking duck carved right in front of you, learn all about the its history and cooking techniques by specialized trained chefs with many years of experience! You'll also have a "house specialty" dish served as well. 8. **End your food tour at Chinatowns most popular bakery for Egg Custard Tarts, a...** (15m) - End your food tour at Chinatowns most popular bakery for Egg Custard Tarts, a classic Chinese dessert with a lightly sweet custard cuddled in a flaky, buttery pastry shell. A perfect ending to a perfectly balanced food tour! ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 10:30, 11:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Dim Sum Go Go is located at 5 E Broadway, near Chatham Square. Please wait outside the restaurant near the entrance. Your tour guide will be there to greet you 15 minutes before the tour starts. Ends: The tour ends outside of Golden Manna Bakery. ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - We are only able to provide vegetarian and nut-free substitutions. We cannot accommodate vegan, gluten free, or other specific food allergies. - Please mention in the booking notes any dietary restrictions, including specific meat restrictions or nut allergies. - Please contact our office directly for any other questions related to dietary restrictions. ## Compared with other Food & Pizza Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #5 of 73** | €90 | 3h | 4.99 (194) | shared | | [Greenwich Village Food Tour / Tasty Tours NYC](/usa/new-york/tours/greenwich-village-food-tour-tasty-tours-nyc/?format=md) | €77 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (933) | shared | | [Greenwich Village Food Tour: 6 Tastings + Iconic Sites](/usa/new-york/tours/greenwich-village-food-tour-6-tastings-iconic-sites/?format=md) | €90 | 3h | 4.97 (1681) | shared | | [Lower East Side Food Tour in NYC: 6 Tastings + Famous Landmarks](/usa/new-york/tours/lower-east-side-food-tour-in-nyc-6-tastings-famous-landmarks/?format=md) | €90 | 3h | 4.97 (716) | shared | Ranked #5 of 73 in Food & Pizza Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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