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Upper East Side Walking Food Tour
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Join us on the Upper East Side Food Tour for a captivating and cultural journey through one of the most iconic neighborhoods in New York City. As we explore the leafy and vibrant streets, we'll visit five authentic food spots and sample some delicious dishes from local and independently-owned businesses. However, this tour isn't just about great food, it's a fusion of food, history, and culture! As we walk we'll visit some exciting cultural stops that will make your experience an unforgettable adventure! Check out the tour itinerary to see all the amazing stops on this tour!
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Join us on a walking food tour of the Upper East Side
- Explore top food spots and immerse yourself in the rich history
- It's an immersive exploration of the vibrant flavors that define NYC's unique identity
- Indulge your taste buds at five handpicked NYC food stops, savoring a diverse range of flavors
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
H&H Bagels We'll start our tour at the famous H&H Bagels. Indulge in a freshly baked bagel with cream cheese from one of New York's most popular bagel stores which has been featured on popular TV shows including Seinfeld and Friends. 20 minutes Comic Strip Live We'll embark on a journey to The Comic Strip, a comedy club steeped in history as the oldest in all of New York City. This iconic venue has seen comedy royalty perform here including Eddie Murphy, Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld, and Chris Rock. Agata & Valentina We'll make our way to Agata & Valentina, an iconic Italian specialty store that opened in 1993 and has earned the reputation as one of the best spots in the neighborhood to get authentic Italian food. You'll have ample time to explore the store and while we're there we'll also try some of their classic cannolis, a must-try Italian dessert. Xi'an Famous Foods We'll then wander down the road to Xi'an Famous Foods where we'll devour some dumplings. This is a cult classic in New York City and they're sure to spice up your life! 30 minutes Madonnas Apartment We'll pay a visit to Madonna's $32 million Upper East Side mansion. Keep your eyes out as you never know when you might catch a glimpse of the Queen of Pop. Lexington Candy Shop Our next destination will be the Lexington Candy Shop, a 98-year-old institution renowned for being one of the last few places in the USA where you can enjoy an authentic egg cream and savor handcrafted Coca-Cola. Mimi's Pizza (3rd Ave & 86th) No NYC food tour would be complete without eating a slice of classic NYC-style pizza. We'll visit our friends at Mimi's Pizza who offer some of the best slices you can get on the Upper East Side. This ain't no frozen pizza, this is a handmade slice that takes over 72 hours to create and it's 100% guaranteed to change your life. Levain Bakery NYC We'll end our tour at the one and only Levain Bakery. A classic "if you know, you know" type of place that serves up 'thick cookies' that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more. 20 minutes
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
New York City
Food Tasting.
Continued
New York City
Local Flavor at Comic Strip .
Continued
New York City
Sightseeing.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
2.5-hour guided tour by a licensed tour guide 4 x Cultural & Historic Sights
Not Included
Tips and gratuity Umbrellas - wet weather gear Soda and Alcoholic beverages
What to Bring
Camera Sunglasses Sunscreen & Hat Bag for Essentials Warm Clothing and Footwear Rain or shine, we explore NYC's streets, come prepared for unpredictable weather
Restrictions
This tour may not be suitable for some dietary restrictions. Please contact us to confirm before booking.
Meeting & Pickup
Start Point: H&H Bagels | 1551 2nd Avenue, New York, New York, 10075.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2025-12-30
5.00 / 5
Ryan Watts was our tour guide. He did a wonderful job showing us around the Upper East Side. We had plenty of food. My only suggestion would be have just one dessert stop and not two.
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