Lower East Side Eats Food Tour

New York, US
95% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (91 reviews)

Highlights

  • Sample delicacies from premier appetizing stores
  • Explore immigrant and working class neighborhood rich in ethnic diversity and culture
  • Learn about the history of tenement buildings
  • Savor the best pastrami in the world
  • Experience old-fashioned pickles in barrels

Meeting Point

We will be meeting at 205 East Houston Street (outside in front of Katz's Deli, in front of the sign that says "Known as the best since 1888." The sign is on the Ludlow Street side of Katz's. Katz's is on the corner of East Houston Street and Ludlow St. If your late, go inside Katz's

Meeting point

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End point

End Point

Outside in front of The Doughnut Plant

Meeting point

379 Grand St, New York, NY 10002 , United States

End point

What to expect

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Lower East Side

The eclectic Lower East Side is where gritty alleys and tenement-style buildings mix with upscale apartments and chic boutiques. Nighttime draws hip, young crowds to the area's trendy bars, music venues and restaurants. The neighborhood's Jewish heritage lives on through Orchard Street's Lower East Side Tenement Museum and old-world fabric stores, as well as traditional delis such as Katz's and Russ & Daughters.

Duration 180 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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Essex Street Market

Indoor market with rows of vendors specializing in meat, fish, cheese, produce & specialty foods.

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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Orchard Street

Orchard Street is a street in Manhattan which covers the eight city blocks between Division Street in Chinatown and East Houston Street on the Lower East Side. Vehicular traffic runs north on this one-way street.

Duration 15 minutes
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Katz's Delicatessen

Savor the best pastrami in the world from this renown classic New York Dei serving the Lower East Side since 1888

Duration 25 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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The Pickle Guys

Eat different types of pickles done the old-fashioned way, sitting the barrels of brine for days, weeks and months.

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Wear comfortable shoes
Provided by Sidewalk Food Tours

What our experts say

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    Try the pastrami at Katz's Deli.
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    Visit Essex Street Market for snacks.
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    Don't miss the Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    End your tour at The Doughnut Plant.

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