Chinatown Tour: Experience History and Asian Cuisine
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69 Ratings
New York
Embark on a captivating Chinatown tour in Manhattan, New York, and indulge in the rich history and diverse Asian cuisine. Experience 3 sit-down indoor tastings, including dim sum, Peking Duck, and Malaysian street food. Discover hidden landmarks and gain confidence in navigating this vibrant neighborhood.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dim Sum Go Go - SEATED INDOOR TASTING Start off your food tour with a multi course tasting of classic dim sum items from Chinatown’s “first made to order” dim sum restaurant, and Michelin recommended for the past 10 years.
  • Chatham Square - Learn about the history of Manhattan’s Chinatown and how the area developed to what it is today. Explore the different micro neighborhoods of regional communities who immigrated here over the past 200 years.
  • Doyers Street - Take a walk down this legendary street featured in many movies and historical stories, and also home to some of Chinatowns most iconic restaurants (and cocktail lounge) you’ll want to return to.
  • Curry House - SEATED INDOOR TASTING Expand your palate at this New Malaysian restaurant serving their traditional Roti Canai Bread (flaky like a flat croissant) served along side a mild, but flavorful curry, that will open your eyes to whole new world of flavors!
  • Alimama Tea - Try the newest doughnut trend, Mochi doughnuts, made from Japanese Mochi flour and machta tea to create a unique flavor and texture that will have you hooked at first bite!
  • Columbus Park - Take a stroll through Columbus Park, Chinatown’s “Town Square” where many local residents gather every day to exercise, play traditional Chinese music and instruments, and play games traditional to Chinese culture.
  • Peking Duck House - SEATED INDOOR TASTING Try authentic Peking duck carved right in front of you, learn all about the its history and cooking techniques by specialized trained chefs with many years of experience! You’ll also have a “house specialty” dish served as well.
  • Golden Manna Bakery - End your food tour at Chinatowns most popular bakery for Egg Custard Tarts, a classic Chinese dessert with a lightly sweet custard cuddled in a flaky, buttery pastry shell. A perfect ending to a perfectly balanced food tour!
What's Included
  • Licensed NYC Tour Guide
  • Lunch
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Tour Guide Gratuity
  • Alcoholic non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase at some establishments. Must be 21+ years old to purchase alcohol.
Additional Information

Experience three INDOOR seated tastings as part of the Foods of NY Tours!

Exploring Chinatown can be a daunting task, even for native New Yorkers. It’s a vibrant neighborhood filled with historic landmarks, hidden passageways, an array of Asian culinary delights, and one of the largest Chinese communities in the Western Hemisphere. Come along as we explore intriguing stories, sights, and delightful foods.

Choosing where to dine in Chinatown can be a massive task, but we’re here to help! Savor three exquisite sit-down tastings: an assortment of five kinds of dim sum, authentic Peking duck cooked in traditional Beijing style, and mouthwatering Malaysian street food. The tour will also treat you to modern and traditional desserts, encapsulating two facets of this evolving neighborhood. Join our immersive journey that will leave you enriched with the tastes, history, and the confidence to explore Manhattan’s Chinatown!

We’ll be stopping by five different venues, three of which include seated indoor tastings!

  • 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.
Location
Dim Sum Go Go
East Broadway
Dim Sum Go Go is located at 5 E Broadway, near Chatham Square. Please wait outside the restaurant near the entrance. Your tour guide will be there to greet you 15 minutes before the tour starts.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Lindsay
Apr 14, 2024
Delicious adventure in Chinatown - We loved Chinatown! Delicious food and large portions. Bert was an awesome guide! We would be happy to do another tour with this company.
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732msc
Apr 8, 2024
Food fun and family in Chinatown with Bert! - The food was amazing but Bert made it come alive with his narratives and humor and friendliness! We’re from Indiana and he came highly recommended by my brother and we will continue to recommend him to all our friends so he may see a swarm of Hoosiers come thru!
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Ericbx9775wm
Apr 6, 2024
The Chinatown tour with Bert WOKS! - Bert is amazing!This was our second time doing this tour. The first time, six years ago, we also had Bert and he is a big part of why we wanted to use Food Tours of New York again! Our family loves doing food tours to explore new cities and have done them all over the country and this one is one of the best by far!!
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Heathermkentucky
Apr 3, 2024
Don’t miss this tour - Great tour!! Amazing guide! A must do in the city! Lots of great stops and history of Chinatown. Fun for my teen son! Don’t miss this one
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Shirinndave
Apr 1, 2024
Great intro to Chinatown - Bert was a great guide I loved learning about dim sum Explanation of Peking duck was very informative as well. Highly recommend
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T2300jmelizabeths
Mar 18, 2024
Everyone should do it! - Went on a tour led by Rashad. I had a blast and would recommend this experience to just about everyone! Rashad is very knowledgeable about the food and the history which made for a very educational and fun experience. I felt like I was laughing the whole tour through. The food was a delicious mix of small bites and standard dishes that kept us well-fed and happy. Also, the tour had a great balance of sitting and walking while eating and sight-seeing. If you are unsure, pull the trigger, it's worth it!
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Alison
Mar 16, 2024
Book Now!! Don’t Hesitate!! - I highly highly recommend this tour. It was a wonderful experience for myself, and my nine-year-old daughter. We will remember this experience forever! Farshad was knowledgeable and shared such interesting history and information about Chinatown. He was also super fun and a pleasure to spend the afternoon with. I’ve been to Chinatown many times before, but it’s great to have a guide to share information about the food in history, you would never would know. This will definitely be a highlife of your NYC experience!
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4galileac
Mar 15, 2024
Chinese Food Tour! - So so good!! Had an amazing time and learned so much, the food was amazing and can’t wait to go back and try some more!! Farshad was an amazing tour guide, he was funny and made the tour so much fun and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
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Ashd956
Mar 15, 2024
China town food tour - Farshad was such a wonderful tour guide!! He was friendly, funny, and super informative. The food was amazing and it was such a wonderful experience! I would 100% recommend this food tour!
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K4050qflucasv
Mar 14, 2024
Great first experience - Great, Funny, and knowledgeable. Will definitely bring future friends and family. Learned a lot more than I would have at other Tours
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