Tastes of Chinatown: Neighborhood History and Food

Enjoy delicious cuisine while learning the compelling stories of Chinatown’s history

Overview

Take a field trip into the alleyways of New York City’s world-famous Chinatown which is more than 150 years old. We will see neighborhood landmarks, savor culinary delights, and discover Chinatown’s incredible history including the commitment of its residents to build a better life for the next generation. Come hungry because you will taste four savory dishes and one dessert on this 3-hour tour!

Chinatown and Chinese food are an intrinsic part of New York City life and culture. This tour is a sensory treat of tastes, sights, and sounds with a diverse menu of Chinese cuisines from noodles to dumplings. In between bites, the tour explores the history and cultural heritage that makes Chinatown so special.

Chinatown Food Tour details:

• Four tasty savory dishes and one dessert, tea/water included (Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available)

History Highlights:

• Afong Moy, the first known Chinese woman in the US

• The 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act

• A tofu shop that dates back to 1933

• Zhe “Zack” Zeng, a hero of 9/11

• Sister Ping, a notorious human smuggler

• “Bloody Angle” and the gang rivalries of the neighborhood

• How the egg roll was created in New York City

Neighborhood Highlights:

• East Broadway “Little Fuzhou” or “New Chinatown”

• Doyers, Pell and Mott Street, the nucleus of Chinatown

• Columbus Park, the center of the notorious “Five Points”

• Mulberry and Canal Streets, the gateway to Little Italy

Rates

$95 per person

Duration

3 hours, about 1 mile

Please Note

• IMPORTANT: Guests must advise Bowery Boys Walks of any allergies or dietary restrictions including vegetarian and gluten-free diets.

• This tour walks through Chinatown. It starts at 1 Pike Street and ends at Columbus Park

• Tours take place rain or shine ​— dress for the weather!

• Private Group*: Please contact us for pricing and availability