NoLita's Past and Present Food & History Tour with FNYT

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

HISTORY MEETS ICONIC EATS AND STYLISH BOUTIQUES

Tucked off the beaten path between SoHo and Little Italy, NoLita (“North of Little Italy”) is where old-school NY charm meets modern downtown cool. As we stroll through the neighborhood’s tree-lined streets, your expert guide will serve up insider stories, hidden landmarks, the rich immigrant history, and the delicious hidden gems that we love, making this one of the most diverse food experiences in the city.

Find out where the name NoLita came from and when it became known for its charming cafes, restaurants, eateries, and boutiques. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned New Yorker, this tour is a delicious way to discover a side of downtown NYC most tourists miss.

FEATURES OF THIS TOUR:
4 indoor restaurant tastings (one with wine), and 2 on-the-go desserts.
And plenty of time indoors to use a restroom!

What's Included

Licensed NYC Tour Guide
Glass of wine included at Emporio (non-alcoholic beverage substitution available). More drinks are available for purchase at some other establishments. Must be 21+ years old to purchase alcohol.
All food tastings are included in your ticket price and is enough food that you won't be hungry after!
Tour Guide Gratuity

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Cafe Belle is located on Mulberry Street, between Houston St. and Prince St.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    St. Patrick's Cathedral

    Start off your tour in the shadow of the original Saint Patrick's Cathedral and learn all about it's rich history in the neighborhood as a pillar of the Italian community, peek inside the "little door" and see where the most iconic Godfather Movie scene was shot!

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    *SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Try our favorite bite from one of NYC's most popular, and authentic Mexican taqueria's, which is paired with their refreshing Watermelon Fresca juice.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We stop in at this local butcher that's been a staple in the neighborhood for over 100 years, where Martin Scorsese used to shop and now a popular location seen in the TV show "The Marvelous Miss Maisel"

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Stroll through this beautiful neighborhood garden, filled with classic statures and modern sculptures. Learn all about it's storied history and how it may be demolished soon to make way for more housing.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    *SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Watch a pizzola make your authentic Neapolitan style pizza in front of your eyes, and see it cook in just minutes inside the wood fired oven. Enjoys this setting tasting with a paired glass of wine (INCLUDED!!) for an elevated tasting like NO OTHER FOOD TOUR!

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Stop outside of this historic spot where the Gotti Mafia Family used to have their social club and take care of "Family business"!

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    *SEATED INDOOR TASTING* Let us take your palate on a ride at a popular Vietnamese fusion restaurant serving rice crepe tacos filled with classic Vietnamese fillings like lemongrass chicken and pickled veggies!

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    We'll take a walk by the "Little Italy" restaurant row lined with classic red sauce joints hawking dinner deals and imported Italian products at specialty shops, learn about our favorite places and where to eat.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Packed with imported direct from Spain, this cafe and marketplace makes their delicious Chorizo in house, which we try as a Bocadila topped with manchego cheese and toasted. Browse the 100's of other Spanish products that they import direct from like imberico ham, tinned fish, snacks and cheeses to make beautiful party trays and picnic spreads.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Try one of NYC's most beautiful looking, and delicious tasting, chocolate bon bon's that take 3 days to make by hand from a chocolatier who has work at some of NYC's best restaurants.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11

    We start our food tour off at one of our favorite woman-owned cafe's in Nolita, tasting their house made Italian Rainbow Cookie, the perfect way to start off a food tour!

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We are only able to provide vegetarian and nut-free substitutions. We cannot accommodate vegan, gluten free, or other specific food allergies.
  • Please mention in the booking notes any dietary restrictions, including specific meat restrictions or nut allergies.
  • Please contact our office directly for any other questions related to dietary restrictions.
Supplied by Foods of New York Tours

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Culinary Tours
Street Food Tours
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