Overview

4.5 Hours • All Ages • Food, Culture...Fun!

Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours
Cancellation Summary: Full refund with 48 hours notice, 24 hours notice with trip protection
Meeting Point: Café at Pop Up Grocer 205 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012,
Group Size: Max 22 people
Accessibility: Wheelchair/stroller accessible, but must be able to get out of chair and into seat a couple times or use narrow chair/stroller
Description: Tour the Foods and Culture of New York City's most legendary borough - Brooklyn! Food, Culture…fun!
What is Included: -All of the food!
-Charming tour guide
What is not Included: -Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
-Gratuity for your tour guide
Itinerary: This tour includes 3 sit down tastings and 2 sidewalk tastings.

You'll experience the unique culture of Brooklyn by tasting a different cuisine in each neighborhood. Some highlights of the food tour are traditional Polish pierogies and kielbasa, New York style, brick oven pizza, an amazing cannoli and much more!
Highlights: Hop aboard our climate controlled luxury minibus and take a journey to the new culinary center of the Big Apple, where food and dining trends are dispersed to the rest of the country, in Brooklyn. And with this half-day tour, you can take a big bite out of it. From old ethnic enclaves to the latest hipster 'hoods, Brooklyn's dining scene is both diverse and cutting edge. Munch on pierogies in Polish-dominated Greenpoint and tasty Mediterranean fare in Williamsburg. Chocolate bon-bons in DUMBO.

You’ll also get to enjoy freshly made empanadas in Park Slope, coal brick oven pizza in the Gowanus area and finish off with a cannoli in Carroll Gardens.

This guided bus and eating tour of New York's coolest and tastiest borough is ideal for foodies and the people who love them.

You can even end your Brooklyn adventure by walking back to Manhattan across the most famous Brooklyn landmark, the Brooklyn Bridge, or ride back on the coach to the starting point of the tour in Greenwich Village.
Check in Details: Please show up 15 minutes before the start time so that we may check you in. We have a list of names on our end, so no need to print anything out. Just bring yourselves!
What to Bring: Depending on the weather, rain jacket or umbrella.

Reusable water bottle.

Restrictions: We accommodate gluten-free and vegetarians diets, including any meat-specific restrictions (no fish, no pork, etc.). We also accommodate nut allergies. Please be sure to indicate any dietary restrictions when booking.
Faqs: What's so special about Brooklyn?

Travel guidebook publisher Lonely Planet named Brooklyn as one of the top destinations in its "Blue List," an annual worldwide best-of guide. Brooklyn (its name as borough of the city of New York; it is also Kings County, a county of the state of New York), the "Borough of Homes and Churches," is one of the five Boroughs of New York. It used to be and still feels much like a city in its own right, with approximately 2.5 million inhabitants. If separate from the rest of New York City, Brooklyn would be the 4th largest American city.

What is the maximum number of people on each tour?

The tour is typically limited to 22 people in order to keep it a somewhat intimate experience but on rare occasions may have more.

How will we get to and from Brooklyn?

Escorted transportation to Brooklyn via minibus is included in the price of this tour. You'll be met by your guide in Greenwich Village and then will be escorted to Brooklyn. Along the way, you'll be passing through some historic areas of lower Manhattan.

Is this also a walking tour?

Yes, although we do spend some time traveling to Brooklyn by vehicle, you'll be walking through through some of the great areas described in the tour.

Is there food and drink served on the tour?

Yes. We'll be sampling delicious food from various establishments on the tour. There will be water available at some of the locations.

Is the price of all the food included in my ticket purchase?

Yes. The price is all inclusive of all the delicious food tastings that you'll be eating on the tour.

How much food is served on the tour?

There's plenty of stops for tastings on the tour. For most people there is enough food that lunch afterwards is not necessary.

Are there vegetarian options on the tour?

Yes, there are only a few tastings that involve meat on the tour. The vegetarian options are just as delicious.

Is this also considered a sightseeing tour of Brooklyn?

Without a doubt, Yes! We cover many different and unique areas that are off the beaten path and the photo opportunities will be priceless. Be sure to bring your camera!!

Do we just walk around and sample food?

Absolutely not! Aside from sampling delicious food, you will also experience life in the various neighborhoods that we visit. The tour is fully narrated by your guide, who will discuss the history, culture, architecture, entertainment offerings, and of course off-the-beaten-path food establishments.

Are gift certificates available for the tour?

Yes, gift certificates are available for all of our NY tours and make a perfect gift for holidays, birthdays or any other occasion!

Do I have to purchase tickets in advance? Can I pay cash?

Tickets must be purchased in advance, and tours often sell out quickly. To maximize your chances of getting the day and time you prefer, please book well in advance. Tickets can only be purchased with a Visa, Mastercard or American Express. Cash is not accepted.

Are cameras allowed on the tour?

Yes. There will many of great opportunities for taking memorable photos. Remember to bring your camera.

Does this tour have anything to offer a native New Yorker?

Definitely! Many of our attendees live right here in New York City. Locals often attend to learn about the neighborhood and the city in which they live. We mainly stay off the beaten path, and thus avoid being consumed by crowds of tourists.

Does the tour occur rain or shine?

Yes, the tour runs regardless of weather. We spend a portion of our time in the tour vehicle, but do make several stops. Please dress appropriately for the weather so you are comfortable when we stop.

Does the tour include stops or are we in the vehicle the whole tour?

We'll be getting out and walking around at various locations on the tour. You have the option to get out at most locations to explore, take photos etc.

Can I bring wine, beer or other alcoholic beverages on the bus?

No. It is against New York State law to consume alcohol on a bus. Some of the restaurants we visit do have alcoholic beverages for sale, so please be sure to bring sufficient cash and a valid ID.

Are the tours conducted in English only?

Yes. However, since the tour is mostly visual, the tour can work wonderfully even if you have only a basic understanding of English.

Is there assigned seating on the bus?

There is no assigned seating on the bus - it's first come, first serve. If you have a number of people in your party who want to sit together, you should make sure to arrive 15-20 minutes early. Guests that arrive late or right at the starting time are much more likely to have to split up their group.

Where does the tour begin?

It starts in the Heart of Greenwich Village (aka The West Village) where you'll be met by your guide. Greenwich Village is easily reached by taxi or subway from anywhere in Manhattan. Exact meeting location details, including a map and subway directions, will be provided to you immediately upon purchasing your ticket.

How long is the tour?

The tour is about 4.5 hours long, but it can run a bit longer or shorter, depending on traffic.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at the original meeting location, in Greenwich Village. There is also the option to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge at the conclusion of your excursion.

Can I bring my pet?

No. Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Are tour guide gratuities included in the price?

We do not include gratuities in the cost of our tours. A standard gratuity for a tour guide in New York City is 15% to 20% of the tour price. If you had a great time gratuities are accepted by our tour guides.