
Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour
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3.7/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour worth booking?
Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour is a 1-hour experience in New York, United States, from $50 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
- Rating
- 3.7/5 (3)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Travelers will be guided via text-message to a series of delicious & culturally diverse food stops, representing the unique kaleidoscope of culture within this corner of New York City. This lusciously cultural food tour
What you get
About this experience
Travelers will be guided via text-message to a series of delicious & culturally diverse food stops, representing the unique kaleidoscope of culture within this corner of New York City. This lusciously cultural food tour is a self-guided experience in which travelers receive each stop’s information & directions via text message, directly to their cell phone. Moving through the colorful swirl of Chinatown and the historic streets of Little Italy and Little Paris while skirting legendary SoHo, tour-goers traverse a century of deeply-rooted culinary heritage. You will be visiting dim sum restaurants, Chinese and Italian bakeries, Asian marketplaces, and world-renowned cheese shops, all the while tasting famous cookies & historic pizza slices, fresh breads & award-winning desserts.
What's included
Included
- Tips, recommendations & best practices
- Phone-guided stop-by-stop walking tour information by CityGrandma
- Live, virtual CityGrandma to assist & chat with while you tour
Not included
- Food & drink you may purchase is not included in the tour's cost
- Museum of Ice Cream Admission cost (optional; prior reservation recommended; $49)
What you'll see and do
Chinatown
Begin by strolling through this beloved, colorful hive of cultural activity. Try fresh Chinese baked goods, see the first ever Dim Sum restaurant in NYC, and swirl through the Asian food markets & bustle.
30 minutes here
The City's first tenement building
Pass by without stopping
Museum Of Ice Cream Nyc
Optional Side Adventure: This symphony of the senses is the most indulgent fun you'll have all day. Prior reservation is required
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Little Italy
Tour through these iconic streets where it all began! See historic mobster haunts, visit the first cheese shop in NYC, order world famous cannolis & more.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
On the corner of Doyers & Bowery
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Our last stop ends at an award winning bakery in SoHo, just down the block from Spring Street Park.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- CityGrandma
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Vendor did not reply/show up
We called we texted we arrived at the location tried to get all the information to do the activity and we did not receive a response from the vendor - we have used by Viator several times for tours like this and have requested a refund
via Viator
Trying CityGrandma
CityGrandma is a great way to find hidden gems throughout the city. I highly recommend trying it out!
via Tripadvisor
Best Tour That’s Actually Tailored To You
City Grandma is a guided tour that is self paced. They sent me locations to go to, and once I arrived I texted them keywords. They then text me fun facts, things to do in the area, good eats, and Instagrammable spots. I like it because it goes on my schedule and my terms so I never feel too rushed or bored. I enjoyed taking it with my family and will definitely take future tours
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 47
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.
Is Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Snack Attack NYC: Text Message-Guided Private Food Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New York?
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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New York?
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September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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