--- title: Original NYC Food Tour of Chinatown & Little Italy- 8 tastings lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 100 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 2329 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 6 of 73 (Food & Pizza Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/original-nyc-food-tour-of-chinatown-little-italy-8-tastings/ --- # Original NYC Food Tour of Chinatown & Little Italy- 8 tastings In our comparison: #6 of 73 in Food & Pizza Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview The original food tour of Little Italy and Chinatown since 2009 explores the tastes and history of two diverse NYC neighborhoods. The delicious food tastings range from delicious dumplings to a sit-down authentic Italian meal. This tour offers quite a bit of food tastings leaving the guests fully satisfied. This woman owned and operated business ensures that animated and friendly guides allow their guests to learn these neighborhoods through fascinating historical stories and culinary delights. There are 2-3 seated tastings and 5-6 on-the-go tastings to ensure that you explore both neighborhoods in 3 hours. We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and gluten free and most food allergies. Water and tea are included. One leaves this tour fully satisfied, along with a new found confidence in navigating the neighborhoods with a provided recommendation list in hand. This tour is a must if you're a local or visitor looking to get off-the-beaten path and taste amazing foods. **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €100 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 2329 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Ahoy New York Food Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 15:30, 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.95 from 2329 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 2309 of 2329. - 5 stars: 2248 (97%) - 4 stars: 61 (3%) - 3 stars: 15 (1%) - 2 stars: 5 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Vegetarian and gluten free tastings upon request- 48 hrs - Bottled water - 3-Hour Walking Tour or Neighborhood Stroll - 8 tastings at NYC neighborhood restaurants - New York City Local Tour Guide ## Not included - Gratuities - Private transportation ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 15:30, 17:00 - 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 Take subway lines 6, N, R, or Q to Canal St. Exit the station walk east along Canal Street, at Mott Street turn right (walking south) until you reach Silk Road Cafe. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please mention food allergies or dietary restrictions in special requirements. (Must be received 48 hours prior to tour date) - Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour - Tour takes place rain or shine, please dress for the weather - Tour takes place mainly outdoors, there is 1/2 mile of walking - Restrooms are available at the tour meet up location - Children age 3 and under are free and do not require a ticket however they will not be served food at the restaurants. ## Compared with other Food & Pizza Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #6 of 73** | €100 | 3h | 4.95 (2329) | 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 #6 of 73 in Food & Pizza Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €308, median €83; typical length 3h. 5 of 73 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/nyc-food-tours/?format=md ## More in New York - All New York tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/original-nyc-food-tour-of-chinatown-little-italy-8-tastings/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md