Take a morning to uncover the rich layers underpinning the vibrant Lower East Side. You’ll sample everything from classic dishes to the international food that continues to be introduced to the neighborhood and keeps its food scene thriving. Start New York's oldest deli, Katz's for a mouthwatering pastrami sandwich. Pop by a Dominican breakfast counter for traditional breakfast bites, sample cheese and cured meats in the city's top cheese shop, then head to a modest Chinese restaurant for peanut noodles and pork skin dumplings. Make a few more stops to try classic dishes like bagels, pickles, and authentic Jewish deli meats, before finishing on a sweet note at a local bakery for an artisanal doughnut. Along the way, meet with the local shop owners and learn more about the family traditions passed down through generations which make this one of the most in-demand food destinations today.
Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. The tour is in English.. Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.. This tour is not recommended for vegans, and, due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not recommended for those with celiac disease. . This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarian, Gluten free (not celiac), Dairy free, Pescatarian, and Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.. Those with dietary restrictions need to contact us before joining the tour so we can arrange your food, or we may not be able to accommodate you. . Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. . We can accommodate gluten free but cannot guarantee that were will be no risk of cross contamination in the case of celiacs. . This tour covers a full meal.. Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.. This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.. Despite being in the former Jewish Quarter and visiting Jewish businesses, the establishments visited are NOT kosher.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at Peretz Square, on the corner of East Houston Street and 1st Avenue (across the road from the One and One restaurant located at 71 East 1st Street).