New York Sandwich Tour: Local Foodie Exploration
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60 Ratings
New York
Embark on a mouthwatering adventure through New York City's hidden sandwich gems. Sample three generous portions while exploring local eateries and uncovering the city's vibrant history.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • East Village - Visit three unique sandwich shops in the funky neighborhood of the East Village. Each location is an independent business that only locals will know about. We’ll also stop at some historical sites along the way, and maybe even a bar if your thirsty after all those sandwiches!
What's Included
  • Lunch included
Additional Information

Join a community of sandwich enthusiasts on this exciting and intellectually stimulating culinary tour as we indulge in tasteful sandwiches across New York City.

Together, we’ll explore dining spots only known to NYC locals as we contemplate the philosophical question ‘what constitutes a sandwich?’, while answering this question by devouring three scrumptious half-sandwiches.

The ticket cost com naturally covers the food expenses. Rest assured, you won’t return with an empty stomach!

Apart from the mouthwatering sandwiches, you’ll also be regaled with fascinating stories about the origin of the sandwich, and the individuals crafting them. Additionally, we’ll take in the sights of street art and delve into New York’s history.

Arrive with an inquisitive mind, depart with a SATIATED stomach (and a resolution about whether a hotdog, a burger or a taco qualifies as a sandwich).

We offer private tours for business groups too. As experienced by Amazon, Google, Audible and more.

Location
Bluestone Lane Astor Place Coffee Shop
Astor Place
We will meet out the front of the Blue Stone lane cafe in Astor Place. I'll be the guy standing out front with a coffee and a blue and grey hat on!
Cancellation Policy

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

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I1020fajohnc
May 29, 2024
Great way to see parts of NYC and eat at places you would not find on your own. - A really wonderful tour. Ben is knowledgeable, funny and really entertaining. We did the Brooklyn tour and were so impressed that we did the East Village tour a few days later. And the sandwiches were both delicious and varied.
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Marissa
May 21, 2024
Book this Tour! - My family and I booked this tour based on the many great reviews and we were not disappointed. Ben and Matt took us on a magical sandwich journey. We are locals but we hit little sandwich spots we never would have come across on our own. Ben and Matt were so funny and personable and entertaining and we had many laughs debating the definition of a sandwich. I expected this tour to be fun, but my expectations were definitely exceeded. If you want a really fun tour, with great food and even better storytelling, do yourself a favor and book this tour!
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Daytrip39634434222
May 20, 2024
Book this tour and arrive HUNGRY! - Food, culture, history and humor…this tour has it all!! A truly enjoyable day spent doing one of our favorite things…eating!! A Man and His Sandwich is the king of the sandwich tour, not to mention the nicest guy! Five years ago we went on our first sandwich tour with Ben and had such a great time that I knew instantly what I wanted to do when my family asked how I wanted to spend Mother’s Day in New York! Once again, we enjoyed every minute tasting some of the best, most unique “sandwiches”, this time in Brooklyn, while trying to discern what truly IS a sandwich. To spend time with family, enjoying delicious food, while learning the history, culture and transformation of a neighborhood is time well spent and having the sandwich king himself curate such a tour, was perfection!! Thank you again, Ben! Until next time, Mate!
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G3316pijessicas
Apr 24, 2024
Well Worth the Calories! - Came to NYC with family for a few days and this was definitely one of our favorite activities! Ben was personable, funny and VERY knowledgable about not only sandwiches, but also NYC and its history. We stopped at three different places in the East Village and each had a different take on what makes a good sandwich. ALL were amazing. Drinks are not included in the tour price, but were readily available for purchase. Some of the sandwich shops were quite small, but we were able to eat our sandwiches at local watering holes with a bit more room, which also afforded us the opportunity to enjoy some adult beverages (not included in the price of the tour, but a nice complement to some tasty sammies nonetheless). The tour fit in nicely between our morning walking the High Line and checking out Little Island, Chelsea Market, Magnolia Bakery, Washington Square and The Strand bookstore, and our afternoon at the 9/11 memorial. One suggestion: plan a long walk after the sammies and beers - you'll feel less guilty about indulging! This is definitely an 5-star experience.
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Danni
Apr 22, 2024
Highly recommend Ben and this tour! - We went an amazing tour with Ben and Matt today. After a long week of sightseeing, it was a breath of fresh air to have an experienced and light-hearted guide take us around the East Village - testing sandwiches, having a laugh and meeting new people. Ben was a fountain of knowledge about sandwiches and New York! We all felt relaxed and my kids (12 and 15) had so much fun sampling the sandwiches. I would recommend this tour to any families, couples and singles... it catered for all and everyone was included in the discussions and debates! It was a really great part of our trip! We all left full and smiling.
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Jenn
Apr 21, 2024
Best value. Great story telling. Amazing Sandwiches. - I highly recommend coming on this tour! Ben is a GREAT guide. He selects locations that we wouldn't normally find ourselves. He knows the stories of the foods that we eat. He encouraged great interaction during the tour and... well... the food is really good. It truly is a lot of fun. I'd do this tour again in a heartbeat!
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Otownwoman
Apr 16, 2024
Sandwiches with a bit of history thrown in - This tour is so good, I have done it twice! Ben is a fun and personable host, and made sure everyone had a great time. We toured around the East Village, learning about the history of the area while we ate extremely delicious sandwiches and debated the age-old question 'what IS a sandwich'. I have done this tour solo, and with family. It was great both times! Highly recommend.
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648francescav
Feb 9, 2024
Amazing burgers, Beers and buns - I love Ben’s tours! Sandwich and beers and buns are all great!!! Highly recommend !! I’ve done both sandwich tour and burgers, beers and buns tour!
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Dailyfek
Feb 4, 2024
Ben 🥪🍔🌯 - Such an amazing overview of street food, with a lot of stories about!! And finally what is a sandwich or not sandwich 🧐 ? 🙏
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Jonathan_r
Apr 9, 2024
Disappointing, more a... - Disappointing, more a tour suited for tourists who wanted to walk a small part of the city and the food was minimal (splitting small portions) and chain (Black Seed) or well known (burger) joints. In a city of limitless sandwiches, there weren't any "traditional" sandwiches or hidden gems to be found.
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