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Private Food Tour in the Upper East Side | Tasty Tours NYC

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About this activity

Join us for an unforgettable walking food tour around the world-famous Upper East Side. This guided tour will tantalize your tastebuds as we visit some of the most popular food spots in the neighborhood. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for celebrities as we explore this leafy area and learn about its history. What foods will you try? - Jewish Bagels with Fresh Cream Cheese - NYC Style Pizza - Juicy Chinese Dumplings ️ - Italian Cannolis - Thick Chocolate Chip Cookie What’s included in the tour? - 2.5 Hour Guided Tour with a Licensed & Local Tour Guide - 5 x Authentic Food Tastings - 4 x Cultural & Historic Sights - Free water for each guest About Us We're Tasty Tours NYC and our mission is pretty simple: make sure you have an awesome experience and get a real taste of everything the Big Apple has to offer. So, if you're ready to dig in and explore, come hungry and join us on a tasty tour today!

Highlights

    What's included

    • Bottled water
    • Lunch

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    Itinerary

    1. Roosevelt Island

      We'll start our tour at the famous H&H Bagels. Indulge in a freshly baked bagel with cream cheese from one of New York's most popular bagel stores which has been featured on popular TV shows including Seinfeld and Friends.

      20 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    2. Roosevelt Island

      We'll embark on a journey to The Comic Strip, a comedy club steeped in history as the oldest in all of New York City. This iconic venue has seen comedy royalty perform here including Eddie Murphy, Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld, and Chris Rock.

      10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    3. Roosevelt Island

      We'll make our way to Agata & Valentina, an iconic Italian specialty store that opened in 1993 and has earned the reputation as one of the best spots in the neighborhood to get authentic Italian food. You'll have ample time to explore the store and while we're there we'll also try some of their classic cannolis, a must-try Italian dessert.

      15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    4. Roosevelt Island

      We'll then wander down the road to Xi'an Famous Foods where we'll devour some dumplings. This is a cult classic in New York City and they're sure to spice up your life!

      30 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    5. Roosevelt Island

      Next, we'll pay a visit to Madonna's $32 million Upper East Side mansion. Keep your eyes out as you never know when you might catch a glimpse of the Queen of Pop.

      5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    6. Roosevelt Island

      Our next destination will be the Lexington Candy Shop, a 98-year-old institution renowned for being one of the last few places in the USA where you can enjoy an authentic egg cream and savor handcrafted Coca-Cola.

      10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    7. Roosevelt Island

      No NYC food tour would be complete without eating a slice of classic NYC-style pizza. We'll visit our friends at Mimi's Pizza who offer some of the best slices you can get on the Upper East Side. This ain't no frozen pizza, this is a handmade slice that takes over 72 hours to create and it's 100% guaranteed to change your life.

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    8. Roosevelt Island

      We'll end our tour at the one and only Levain Bakery. A classic "if you know, you know" type of place that serves up 'thick cookies' that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more.

      20 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    Meeting point

    Meet outside the front of H&H Bagels. Please allow extra time to arrive on time so the tour can commence as scheduled.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Drop-off

    • The tour will conclude at Levain Bakery. This is a short walk to the nearest subway station (86th Street Station).

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour is not suitable for some dietary restrictions including vegan and celiac.
    • By booking this tour, you agree to the Tasty Tours NYC Terms and Conditions available on our website.
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
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    Tasty Tours NYC
    Product code
    428219P1

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