Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village
Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village
Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village
Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village
Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village
Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village
Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village
Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village
Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village

What you'll do

If you’ve ever wondered what New York tastes like, you’ll find out on this experience with a local insider leading the way through Greenwich Village. You’ll sample the dishes close to every New Yorker’s heart, from warm-from-the-oven choc’ chip cookies to creamy New York cheesecake to Sicilian-style arancini - decadent bites of fried rice stuffed with dreamy combos like Bolognese sauce and melted cheese.

Snack in a classic ‘mom and pop’ shop as you hear about the Italian immigrants who brought their incredible food culture with them, indulge in a freshly filled cannoli, and float away into New York food heaven as you bite into classics like bagels with lox or a door-stopper sized pastrami sandwich. 

Where you’ll go

You’ll explore Greenwich Village, an enclave in lower-west Manhattan, which feels like a village. Neighborhood delis cozy up alongside late-night jazz bars, and cafe culture reigns, with bistros and bakeries all having tables which spill out onto the tree-lined sidewalks.

For a real taste of New York and its classic dishes, which have evolved and devolved, there’s nowhere like the Village for a quintessential slice of NY (and we’re not just talking about a slice from Joe’s, which serves the cheesiest, melting-onto-the-plate pizza in Manhattan).

You could visit legendary spots like Magnolia Bakery, famous for its irresistible cupcakes, or let your host lead you to only the hidden delis, bakeries, and shops which locals love. 

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: French, German, Hindi, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Join a local insider on a 3-hour journey through the culinary delights of Greenwich Village
  • Discover the Village’s Italian-American food culture and try a classic NY slice of pizza, cannoli and arancini
  • Let your sweet tooth run wild and indulge in cupcakes, cheesecake or warm-from-the-oven cookies
  • Explore the neighborhood and learn about its musical legacy and LGBTQ history
  • Visit Village institutions like Joe’s Pizza, as well as letting your host lead you to lesser-known, local bakeries, and delis
  • Try New York classics like pastrami sandwiches or a bagel with lox, at a beloved local bakery

Things to know

What’s included

  • A private and personalized experience
  • 3 hours with your host
  • 6-8 food items to taste, selected by your host according to your preferences
  • 1 glass of wine, beer or soft drink per person
  • Walking experience
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

  • Additional food and drinks
  • Transportation costs
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Maurita was fantastic! She guided our family of 4 - 2 adults and 2 kids under the age of 12, through local eateries with a touch of history. The history and culture part were interesting enough for the adults and not too boring for the kids. Which is a definite win. The kids thought they were just eating their way through the city, but little did they know they were learning some historical tidbits, Thats a definite win in my book. Highly recommend Maurita. She was a fantastic guide :)

    November 2022

    Carla M

    Maurita gave us a wonderful tour with the perfect combination of food and local history. Highly recommend!

    November 2021

    Gordon D

    “Great experience trying great food!”

    March 2020

    Fernando P

    Nicole was outstanding! Would request her for future tours.

    January 2020

    Janet H

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