Experience the vibrant culinary scene of Brooklyn with the New York Eats Experience: Brooklyn Food, History & Culture Tour. Immerse yourself in the local mom-and-pop businesses that define this thriving borough, as you walk through distinct neighborhoods and sample delicious food along the way. From New American to Italian, Middle Eastern to family-owned food stores, this 3-hour tour will take you on a gastronomic journey through the diverse flavors of Brooklyn. Discover the best bites the borough has to offer at 7 unique food stops, where you'll taste 7 different food samples. With a friendly local, English-speaking food lover as your guide, you'll not only indulge in mouthwatering dishes but also gain insider tips on what else to see, do, and eat during your stay in Brooklyn. Don't miss out on this unforgettable culinary adventure!
About this experience
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3
hours
Suitable for
1-12
Participants
Small Group Tour, Private Tour
Guided Experience
Explore the exciting restaurant districts of Brooklyn
Learn about the history and culture of the neighborhood
Taste delicious pastries and local drinks at unique establishments
Wander through beautiful parks and residential streets
Indulge in classic New York treats at a revived soda fountain
Walk 3 hours and explore diverse Brooklyn cuisine, from New American to Italian, the Middle East
Join Friendly Local, English-speaking guide
Visit family-owned food stores
Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
Discover best bites Brooklyn has to offer on 7 Unique Stops and taste 7 Food samples
Tips / gratuities for your guide
Additional food and drinks
Popular Hotels Closeby
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Introduction
Welcome to the New York Eats Experience: Brooklyn Food, History & Culture Tour! Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant and diverse neighborhoods of Brooklyn, where local mom-and-pop businesses thrive and create a sense of community. This tour is not just about food, but also about the fascinating stories behind the businesses and the history of the neighborhood.
What to expect?
During this 180-minute tour, you can anticipate a delightful culinary adventure through Brooklyn's charming streets. You will visit renowned bakeries, impressive cheese shops, and adorable little cookie bakeries along Smith Street in Carroll Gardens. Indulge in mouthwatering pastries, house-roasted coffee, and discover the secrets of an old-school soda fountain. Marvel at the beautiful brownstones and explore the hidden gems of the historic district. Lastly, experience a taste of Brooklyn Heights by visiting a legendary Middle Eastern bakery and ending the tour at a revived soda fountain with a modern twist on New York classics.
Who is this for?
The New York Eats Experience: Brooklyn Food, History & Culture Tour is perfect for anyone seeking a unique and authentic local experience. Food enthusiasts and history buffs alike will love exploring the diverse flavors and rich heritage of Brooklyn. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple looking for a romantic outing, or a group of friends eager to discover the hidden gems of the city, this tour caters to all.
Why book this?
Unlock the true essence of Brooklyn by joining this tour. You'll go beyond the typical tourist spots and immerse yourself in the local culture. Taste delicious food, listen to captivating stories, and support the community of small businesses that make Brooklyn so special. This experience offers a chance to connect with locals, savor mouthwatering flavors, and gain a deeper understanding of the neighborhood's history and charm.
Good to know
Prepare for a delightful 180-minute journey filled with delectable treats and fascinating discoveries. Remember to wear comfortable shoes as you explore the picturesque streets of Brooklyn. Don't forget your camera to capture the beautiful brownstones and unique landmarks along the way. This tour is designed to celebrate local businesses, so come with an open mind and an empty stomach ready to indulge in culinary delights.
Reviews
Travelers who have embarked on the New York Eats Experience: Brooklyn Food, History & Culture Tour have praised it as an incredible way to immerse oneself in the local culture and enjoy mouthwatering food. Many reviewers were captivated by the captivating stories behind the businesses and the opportunity to connect with locals. Participants have raved about the diverse flavors and unique experiences they encountered throughout the tour. Overall, the reviews highlight the tour's ability to provide an authentic and memorable exploration of Brooklyn's culinary scene and history.
How long before the event do I need to book?
You can book at any time before the event
Vouchers accepted in the following formats
Mobile
Is an adult required for the booking?
At least one adult or senior required per booking
Outside of 61 Bergen Street (near the F/G subway entrance), Brooklyn, NY 11201
61 Bergen St,
61 Bergen St, Brooklyn, NY 11201,
US
Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain,
513 Henry St, Brooklyn, NY 11231,
US
Your Itinerary
Smith Street
We spend the first part of the tour along one of the most exciting restaurant districts of Brooklyn. Wandering up and down Smith Street in Carroll Gardens, we stop into many of the local mom and pop businesses including a renowned baker, an impressive cheese shop, and an adorable little cookie bakery.
Carroll Gardens
As we stroll through this picturesque neighborhood we learn how it got its name, about its history as an Italian and Irish immigrant neighborhood, and how the waterfront helped transform it. We meet residents and shop owners and taste some great pastries, house roasted coffee, and visit an old-school soda fountain.
61 Bergen St
We pop into this neighborhood public house for a locally made drink (beer, soda, or kombucha) and some bar snacks. We also learn about how this bar/restaurant is more a place for locals to come together and support the local economy.
Cobble Hill
This historic district features some of the most beautiful brownstones in all of Brooklyn. Feel like a local as we wander through the residential streets and beautiful parks. Admire the architecture and visit many of the mom and pop businesses in the neighborhood.
Brooklyn Heights
We just touch on the southern end of this historic neighborhood by walking down the main commercial street of Atlantic Avenue. Here we get a sense of how locals shop by visiting one of the legendary Middle Eastern bakeries.
Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain
We end our tour at one of the cutest businesses in the neighborhood, and a place where you find kids indulging in an ice cream sundae and grandparents enjoying a good old fashioned ice cream float. This revived soda fountain brings the old world and the new world together with modern twist on New York classics. And you need to hear the story about how they first began.
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers 1.6 km (1 mile) of walking.
You will pick up some responsible travel tips that will help you to be a greener traveller while you’re in the city
This tour can cater vegetarians, vegans, gluten free customers, but for any any specific dietary request we need to know 24 h before the tour start time.
Please note food options, portion sizes , and stops will vary depending on the season and where we stop that day, but the total amount of food included will be equal to a full meal.
Reviews
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5(424)
debralG4319LB
Mickey's tour was thoroughly entertaining, educational and very delicious. We experienced a wide variety of specialty foods along an interesting walking route. Mickey recounted many great stories along the way. The tour was well-paced and truly a terrific way to spend an afternoon!
coolboat
This was the only reasonably-reviewed tour of Brooklyn that suited my schedule and that I was able to find before leaving my country. It turned out to be fun.
It was a hot day, but our guide made sure everyone got to stand in the shade while not getting in the way, providing enough time to sit. She spoke slowly. She often provided an extra portion of food (to which we mostly declined in order to save space for our stomachs). She made sure we knew where the restrooms are and where we could get free drinking water.
Being sort of a senior person myself, I was afraid that the food may be too heavy, but it turned out to be a nice balance of light snacks often with a sour taste and the sweets were sophisticated.
Our guide had an interesting habit of getting the 2nd digit of 4-digit years wrong, so some of the historical events she explained was exactly a century incorrect. But I soon caught that habit and was able to look it up myself later to find out facts. Since her 4th digit was always correct, it was easy to learn from her many hints. Perhaps there were places/food/drinks she skipped and questions she couldn't answer properly, but her storytelling was magnificent, and our group became a friendly bunch creating a pleasant atmosphere.
The one thing I feel can be easily improved is the meeting spot. Although the address is clearly stated, no landmark was informed to us in advance, and it's not that there is a sign for the tour. (As our guide explained as part of the tour, it was a new shop that opened after the pandemic, and Google Street View showed nothing.) Upon arrival, I asked a boy standing next door to the address, and as he went back and forth trying to help me, it took some time until I asked a group of people if they happened to be the tour. This could be prevented if the guide held up a small card, or if our last-minute voucher showed the name of the shop.
Overall, it was a great way to spend lunch time tasting bits and pieces of a variety of local food while consuming it through a walk in ordinary residential places, learning cultures and history old and new.
477madelinel
This is a great tour and out tour guide Mickey was excellent....very knowledgeable and a wonderful presentation. Highly recommended!!!
SueChappell74
Our Tour Guide, James Scully, was excellent! His knowledge & passion for the history & culture of Brooklyn was spot on and it was clear that his historical studies and active interest in creating stories, podcasts etc made him an ideal guide. Very personable and interested. We visited Brooklyn food outlets that had history & made their own ingredients & learned about the history of the area. Next time, I would stay in Brooklyn.
I highly recommend this tour!
Jane2221kb
Our guide Brian met us on time and showed us around the Brooklyn neighbourhoods as advertised in the Get your Guide Tour. He was friendly, knowledgeable, generous and engaging. He had great relationships with the business proprietors we visited who were in turn friendly and generous with their time.
We tasted the best salmon and cream cheese bagels ever, beautiful chocolates, excellent artisan bread and pastries as well as coal oven pizza and more.
Bryan gave is an insight to the community and we felt a part of it for the three hours of the tour. Which I have to say passed too quickly.
Thanks Brian!
ALKA_K
James was excellent ! Knowledgeable and fun ! We had the best day ! Probably one of the best guides we have come across ! He explained and answered questions properly and thoroughly and gave us great insight into Brooklyn and life in Brooklyn. We have recommended James to other people who are visiting NY next week! Thanks James for a wonderful day!
C8810CAmaryd
We had a great time with Mickey during our walking and eating tour of Brooklyn! It was fun to stroll through the various neighborhoods and learn the history of how they have changed or stayed the same over the years, and taste a variety of yummy bites from the curated local shops, delis and restaurants. We have done a number of Manhattan-based food/walking tours, so it was a treat to break out and learn about another borough all while filling our bellies! Mickey had a lot of great stories to share which made the history of Brooklyn come alive, and we visited places that our kids who live in the city never knew about! We'd definitely recommend this tour!
M4410AZmeghanm
Micaela was a perfect guide! She is extremely knowledgeable about the history and delicious spots to go to in the area. She also gave us advice about how to get more involved in the local community, as we are new residents of the area. We couldn’t recommend this tour and Micaela highly enough!!
R8417YTderekm
This was a great experience that was worth every penny. We walked around Brooklyn and tried many different local foods while our tour guide gave us a great overview of the history of Brooklyn and its own cultural evolution. Highly recommend checking it out!
FineAleLover
The Brooklyn food tour went beyond the food with a the history and current state of Brooklyn. Mickey was our guide and she provided detail on each food stop with information about the proprietors and the history. The food was great and just the right amount. Mickey is a guide with humility and really made the experience about us.
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2024-06-02 19:27
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