NYC: Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour with 6 Flavorful Dishes
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 3,417 travellers
- Small group of up to 12 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Small group, up to 12 travellers
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
On our Secret Food Tour: Chinatown and Little Italy, you'll experience New York City’s most iconic neighborhoods.
Get ready to experience the rich history, traditions, and flavors of New York City's most internationally recognized ethnic neighborhoods. Our 5-star cultural and gastronomic adventure promises to be an experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the city and its diverse communities.
You will be eating all the way from the historic Five Points through Chinatown, and into the heart of Little Italy! As you journey through the streets with us, our knowledgeable guides will captivate you with fascinating stories about these vibrant places.
New York City is full of hidden gems, with this highly curated tour in Lower Manhattan, you'll have the chance to uncover some of the city's best-kept secrets, long known only to the locals!
What's included
What's included
- Our signature Secret Dish
- New York Italian Pizza
- Authentic Pesto Arancini
- Crispy handmade dumplings
- Freshly baked roast pork bun
- Dan Dan Noodles
Not included
- Transportation
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Columbus Park, formerly known as Mulberry Bend Park, Five Points Park and Paradise Park, is a public park in Chinatown, Manhattan, in New York City that was built in 1897. During the 19th century, this was the most dangerous ghetto area of immigrant New York, as portrayed in the book and film Gangs of New York.
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Stop 2
Vibrant Chinatown is a densely populated neighborhood that draws foodies and tourists to its many Chinese and Southeast Asian restaurants for dumplings, pork buns and hand-pulled noodles. The busy sidewalks are packed with souvenir stores, bubble tea shops, and markets selling everything from fresh and dried fish to herbs and spices. Locals hang out in leafy Columbus Park for Tai Chi, chess and mahjong.
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Stop 3
Canal Street is a Lower Manhattan thoroughfare where cultures collide. It's well-known for its bargain shopping scene. The street stretches from near the Hudson River to East Broadway and serves as the gateway to Chinatown, Little Italy, SoHo, and Tribeca.
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Stop 4
Little Italy is a neighborhood in Lower Manhattan in New York City, known for its large Italian population. It is bounded on the west by Tribeca and Soho, on the south by Chinatown, on the east by the Bowery and Lower East Side, and on the north by Nolita.
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Stop 5
Picturesque Nolita is a charming, upscale area with a trendy vibe. It's known for its chic shopping scene, and has plenty of designer jewelry shops, unique clothing boutiques and home-design stores. Fashionably casual crowds stroll the neighborhood and fill the popular sidewalk cafes, chic bars and trendy restaurants. On weekends, street vendors selling hand-made jewelry and artwork line Prince Street.
Meeting point
Across the street from Tasty Dumpling near the east entrance to Columbus Park. Your guide will be waiting for you with an orange umbrella and a big smile!
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the NYC: Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour with 6 Flavorful Dishes take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $99 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Our signature Secret Dish; New York Italian Pizza; Authentic Pesto Arancini; Crispy handmade dumplings; Freshly baked roast pork bun; Dan Dan Noodles.
Where does it start?
Across the street from Tasty Dumpling near the east entrance to Columbus Park. Your guide will be waiting for you with an orange umbrella and a big smile!
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 3,417 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
Information last checked October 7, 2026. Operated by Secret Food Tours.
