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title: Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour | Tasty Tours NYC
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type: tour
city: New York
country: United States
price: 77
currency: EUR
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availability: bookable
rating: 4.94
reviews: 463
duration_minutes: 120
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 16 of 73 (Food & Pizza Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
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# Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour | Tasty Tours NYC

In our comparison: #16 of 73 in Food & Pizza Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Join us on an epic food tour as we explore Chinatown and Little Italy and try 7 unique foods, learn about the local history, and check out some iconic landmarks.

What’s included?
- Seven food tastings including dumplings, pizza, pork buns, Hong Kong sponge cakes, thai tea, handmade ravioli, and the choice of a cannoli or cheesecake 
- Visit iconic spots like Mulberry Street, Doyer Street, Mosco Street, and film locations of The Sopranos and Goodfellas
- Learn about the local history of Chinatown and Little Italy

About The Tour 
Chinatown & Little Italy offer a diverse history and an even more diverse food scene. On this tour, you'll eat, learn, and discover two of NYC's most iconic neighborhoods. 

About Us 
We're Tasty Tours NYC, and our mission is to make sure you have an awesome experience and get a real taste of everything the Big Apple has to offer.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: We'll start our tour at Tasty Dumpling.
- 4 start times: between 10:30 and 14:30
- Food included: see what is included
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €77 per person for the Public Group Tour option; other options up to €181
- Duration: 2h
- Rating: 4.94/5 from 463 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Tasty Tours NYC
- Group: Shared tour · private option available
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 10:30, 11:00, 14:00, 14:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.94 from 463 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 458 of 463.

- 5 stars: 445 (96%)
- 4 stars: 13 (3%)
- 3 stars: 3 (1%)
- 2 stars: 1 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (0%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Group Tour | €77 / person | English | - |
| Private Food Tour | €181 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Food Tour: This is a Private Food Tour, you will have your own private tour guide to show you around Chinatown and Little Italy |

## What's included

- Bottled water
- Lunch

## Not included

- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **We'll start our food tour at the world-famous Tasty Dumpling where you'll sam...** (10m) - We'll start our food tour at the world-famous Tasty Dumpling where you'll sample their pan-fried Pork & Chive dumplings. While you eat, your tour guide will teach you a few tricks of the trade about how they make their signature dumplings taste so delicious.
2. **On our way to the next food stop, we'll visit Mosco Street** (10m) - This street may be small but it plays home to some unique Chinese street art and also offers one of the best vantage points to photograph the One World Trade Center.
3. **Our food tour wouldn't be complete without visiting Mei Lai Wah** (10m) - This nearly 60-year-old restaurant is famous for selling the best Char Siu Pork Buns in the city. An absolute crowd pleaser, they make some sweet, spicy, and succulent pork before they stuff it inside a steamed Chinese Bao bun. This place is one of those 'if you know you...
4. **Our next stop is at Doyer Street aka Murder Alley** (10m) - Located in the heart of Chinatown, this street has a dark history and used to be the location where rival Chinese gangs would settle their differences back in the 1800s (don't worry though, the street is very safe now!)
5. **Next, we’ll head to Spongies Cafe to try a Hong Kong-style sponge cake paired...** (15m) - Next, we’ll head to Spongies Cafe to try a Hong Kong-style sponge cake paired with a sample of their homemade sweet Thai tea. The light, airy cake and the refreshing tea make for the perfect combination—a unique and delicious treat you won’t want to miss!
6. **As we leave Chinatown and cross over into Little Italy, we'll have an opportu...** (10m) - As we leave Chinatown and cross over into Little Italy, we'll have an opportunity to stop at the 'Welcome to Little Italy' sign. This iconic spot offers the perfect location to take a quick picture in the heart of Little Italy with the Empire State Building in the background.
7. **Piemonte Ravioli** (10m) - We’ll stop by Piemonte Ravioli, a family-owned pasta-making store that’s been a Little Italy staple for over 100 years. While we’re there, you’ll get to try a sample of their handmade ravioli with a homemade marinara sauce.
8. **Next, we'll take a quick stop outside of Mulberry Street Bar** (5m) - This iconic spot may look familiar as it has been featured in popular mafia movies and shows including The Sopranos, Goodfellas, and The Irishmen.
9. **Audrey Hepburn Mural** (5m) - We’ll stop by Mulberry Street to see the stunning mural of Audrey Hepburn, a striking piece of street art that captures her timeless elegance in the heart of Little Italy.
10. **Our last stop will be Nolita Pizza, this popular pizza spot that offers some ...** (20m) - Our last stop will be Nolita Pizza, this popular pizza spot that offers some of the best New York-style pizza in the city. We'll try some of their delicious cheese pizza with a thin and crispy base, homemade tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese.
11. **Our final stop is Eileen’s Special Cheesecake, a beloved New York bakery that...** (15m) - Our final stop is Eileen’s Special Cheesecake, a beloved New York bakery that’s been serving its iconic desserts for over 50 years. Here, you’ll get to enjoy one of their famous cheesecakes or a classic Italian cannoli, the perfect sweet ending to the tour.

## Schedule

- Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Departures: 10:30, 11:00, 14:00, 14:30
- 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

We'll start our tour at Tasty Dumpling. Your tour guide will meet you outside the front of the store.

Ends: Our tour will finish at Eileen's Special Cheesecake and your guide will assist you with directions to ensure a safe journey home.

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is not suitable for guests who are vegan, gluten free or have nut allergies.
- By booking this tour, you agree to the Tasty Tours NYC Terms and Conditions available on our website.

## Compared with other Food & Pizza Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #16 of 73** | €77 | 2h | 4.94 (463) | 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 |

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