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Greenwich Village Food Tour: A Culinary Journey through NYC's Historic Neighborhood
5.0
18 Ratings
New York
Embark on a culinary journey through Greenwich Village, NYC's historic neighborhood. Discover the rich history and culture while indulging in diverse and iconic flavors.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Washington Square Park - Meet your guide in one of New York’s most iconic squares. Listen to a brief introduction of history of Greenwich Village from your expert local guide before heading to the first foodie stop of the day.
- Court Street Grocers - The owners of this updated version of a classic NYC bodega are dedicated to making classic American comfort foods with an inventive touch. Here, you’ll try a mouthwatering breakfast sandwich to begin your day the right way.
- Raffetto’s - This fourth-generation pasta shop offers up a real taste of the Village’s Italian heritage. Serving freshly made ravioli and grandma’s secret tomato sauce, see why this shop is a local favorite before checking out the century old pasta machine still in use today.
- Brigadeiro Bakery - This Brazilian bakery introduces something new to the food scene in Greenwich Village – which is no easy task! You’ll try one of their signature gluten free cheese puffs made from yucca or a classic Brazilian chocolate truffle.
- Manousheh Bleecker - This new addition to the Village’s international food scene has quickly become a favorite spot. NYU students line up outside this Lebanese hot spot, you’ll see why as you sample delicious specialty flatbread.
- Caffe Reggio - This historic espresso bar on MacDougal Street will give you a flavor of the area’s rich history, populated by beatnik poets, artists, and folk singers.
- Bleecker Street Pizza - No trip to the Village is complete without a slice of pizza. You’ll stop by this local hotspot specializing in consistently delicious slices.
- The Doughnut Project - A twist on the classic dessert is presented at this Greenwich Village favorite. Masters in everything donut, you can try a wide variety of flavors from ‘Everything Bagel’ to ‘Beets and Ricotta’.
- Blind Tiger Ale House - Watering holes are scattered throughout the Village but this one is known for having introduced the local craft beer movement to the neighborhood over 20 years ago. You’ll sample their delicious grilled cheese and tomato soup.
What's Included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- 9 food tastings at 7 family-run venues
- Small Group of 12 People
What's Not Included
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Information
The alluring lanes and brownstone residences of Greenwich Village possess a deep-seated cultural and historical wealth, ripe for exploration. The most effective way to uncover this is via its culinary scene, which is as variegated as it is emblematic. Trace the steps of bohemian poets, artists, and immigrants as you venture into historical cafes and local hotspots, all the while savoring the distinctive tastes that set this region apart.
- We cannot accept wheelchairs on this group tour. Our group route utilizes staircases where elevator access is not easily accessible. Those with wheelchairs and limited mobility can contact us so we can arrange your visit.
- Foods on this tour do contain gluten.
- Mix of vegetarian and meat options are available
- Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to New York government guidelines for the most up to date information
- Please allow plenty of time to arrive for your tour. Transportation in NYC whether by taxi, car, or subway is notoriously slow and can often be unreliable.
- For those with food allergies or other special requirements, please notify us prior to reserving your visit and then again, as soon as you meet your tour guide. We will do our very best to accommodate you and find suitable alternatives.
- This tour is NOT suitable for dairy free.
Location
Washington Square Arch
Washington Square North
Meet your guide at Washington Arch in Washington Square Park.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Curious115461
Jun 21, 2024
Great tour guide! - Ric is an amazing guide full of knowledge and fun! Thoroughly enjoyed his tour and the food along the way! My first time in NYC and we had a great time!
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E9649hxdawnr
Jun 20, 2024
Fabulous food tour - Tour was great! We had small bites of several different types of food. Tour is small and quaint and easy walking. Rick our tour guide was personable and knowledgeable.
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Notownenvy
Jun 15, 2024
Ultimate Local Flavors of NYC - Brian is an amazing guide. He is thoughtful and accommodating to everyone’s individual needs. He is very present and remembers everyone by name. If you are open to exploring and looking to experience the local scene then this tour is for you.
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2007mbs
Jun 15, 2024
Great experience!!! - Brian was an amazing relatable guide. So many new facts. Loved the local experience!! Pasta shop was amazing and my favorite!!
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Dirkh96
May 17, 2024
Tasty and light - There were 11 of us and Ric took us to 7 places in the Village. From American breakfast sandwiches to Lebanese thyme bread to Brazilian sweets, everything was there. Some of the owners of the places even took us there for a chat. Very friendly atmosphere, relaxed atmosphere and delicious food. Ric was funny, smart and enriched the tour with information about NY and local life. Highly recommended!
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Ejbdoc
May 11, 2024
Amazing village food tour - This was such a fun, informative and delicious tour. Steve made this tour extra special with his insights and personal touches as well as his New York authenticity. He gave us extra time and did not rush things a he maneuvered us around bottlenecks during the tour due to crowded areas in the village as everyone was out and about on a beautiful spring day. It was a great mix of old world and more recent history of Greenwich village. I highly recommend this for anyone who enjoys getting a flavor, literally and culturally, of this great New York neighborhood.
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Wanderer49145684698
May 3, 2024
Visiting mom pop places,pasta shops, a roasters, Brazilian desserts. Pizza of course. - Brian was very friendly and informative. I ate well and got a nice mini tour of the neighborhood. We had a nice variety. I'm stuffed.
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Brian
Apr 27, 2024
Personalized Tour - This tour feels like the perfect family tour, we were able to converse with the tour guide and ask questions about everything we were interested in. As much as this was a food tour the history aspect was easily the highlight, New York City is such a cultural focused place and it felt great to learn its history of both the city and ethnic groups here. The food was delicious as well, they gathered foods of all different ethnicities so there was truly something for everyone. Although our tour started later than expected due to delay, it was still well worth the pay for a far more personalized experience that feels far more authentic than any earpiece. 14 year old view.
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Happiness27074859279
Apr 20, 2024
Brian ROCKS as food tour guide! - Brian was an excellent food tour guide in Greenwich Village NYC food tour. He gave us great history on the area and restaurants we visited. All of the food we tasted was excellent! Top Notch! Brian was also very organized and kept our tour going smoothly. Highly recommend this tour and Brian!
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Onair06269663196
Apr 20, 2024
Wonderful Day touring the Village - We had an absolute blast on the Greenwich Village tour, thanks in part to the awesome food stops (Pizza at Bleecker St Pizza and ravioli at Rafetto's were amazing!) but mostly due to our tour guide Brian, who was fantastic. In addition to his wealth of knowledge of both the restaurants and the overarching history of the area itself, he was just an absolute pleasure to spend the morning with - friendly, kind and courteous with an incredibly upbeat positive attitude. He made sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying themselves throughout the tour, and his love for the city and its food offerings shone through. By the end, he had us already wanting to come back to many of the stops, and we headed home with a goodie bag of chocolate covered espresso beans from Porto Rico importing Co (delish!) and a newfound love for a part of NYC we were not all that familiar with. We will definitely be back for another Devour tour soon!
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