The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour in New York, United States
New York, United States

The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour

Outty Ranking 76 5.0 · 63 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $99
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76/100

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5.0/5

Based on 63 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour worth booking?

The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour is a 3-hour experience in New York, United States, from $99 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 63 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
76 / 100
Rating
5/5 (63)
Duration
3 hours
From
$99 per person

2 INDOOR restaurant tastings are included on this tour! At Foods of New York Tours we are the pioneers of NYC food tours since 1999! Join us on a delicious “multi–ethnic” food tasting and cultural/historical journey through the Heart & Soul of Greenwich Village (The Central Village – the area surrounding Washington Square Park and New York University). Find out why this area of the Village is so popular for its diverse food scene, rich history, culture, counter culture, distinct architecture, and vibrant Greenwich Village nightlife. We will also visit Washington Square Park and learn about its radical protesters, infamous hanging tree, the Washington Square Arch, and walk the same streets that Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, and Amy Schumer did while learning about the music and comedy scene, and why this section of NYC can only be described as The Village!

What you get

    About this experience

    2 INDOOR restaurant tastings are included on this tour! At Foods of New York Tours we are the pioneers of NYC food tours since 1999! Join us on a delicious “multi–ethnic” food tasting and cultural/historical journey through the Heart & Soul of Greenwich Village (The Central Village – the area surrounding Washington Square Park and New York University). Find out why this area of the Village is so popular for its diverse food scene, rich history, culture, counter culture, distinct architecture, and vibrant Greenwich Village nightlife. We will also visit Washington Square Park and learn about its radical protesters, infamous hanging tree, the Washington Square Arch, and walk the same streets that Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, and Amy Schumer did while learning about the music and comedy scene, and why this section of NYC can only be described as The Village!

    What's included

    Included

    • Licensed NYC Tour Guide
    • Lunch

    Not included

    • Tour Guide Gratuity
    • Alcoholic beverages

    What you'll see and do

    1. Greenwich Village

      We start at Cuba Restaurant with a sit down restaurant "cuban feast" of two different flavors of their house made empanadas, plantains and rice & beans.

      25 minutes here

    2. Washington Square Park

      We will visit Washington Square Park (the town square of Greenwich Village) and learn about its radical protesters, infamous hanging tree, the Washington Square Arch, and how the “live and let live” beatniks, writers and poets of the 50s and 60s made Greenwich Village their home.

      30 minutes here

    3. You can't take a NYC food tour without a pizza tasting! and we try TWO! Taste their signature artichoke pizza AND their classic margarita pizza.

      15 minutes here

    4. Cafe Wha?

      Learn all about the Greenwich Village music scene where Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendricks both got their careers started!

      10 minutes here

    5. Learn the history of this unique areas land and how it developed from swampland to the Gold Coast of real estate and the fishing creek that still runs underground!

      15 minutes here

    6. Peek inside one of the oldest coffee shops in NYC, overflowing with bags of coffee beans that you can smell all down Bleecker Street, and take a special treat to go!

      10 minutes here

    7. Walk the same streets that Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, and Amy Schumer did while learning about the music and comedy scene, and why this section of NYC can only be described as The Village!

      10 minutes here

    8. Have a SEATED RESTAURANT DOUBLE TASTING at this 100 year old Italian restaurant, where the owner still cooks for you his house made pasta with bolognese sauce and for dessert their famous family recipe Tiramisu, in a classic NYC restaurant setting where celebrities, politicians, and even Joey Tribbiani (From Friends) would eat! Grab a glass of wine to pair with your tastings as well!

      30 minutes here

    9. Visit one of Greenwich VIllage's best keep secrets...and tea & spice shop where you can find rare spices and teas from around the world, all inside of what used to be an old mafia hangout, where it's classic look has been restored and maintained. Try some freshly brewed tea with local "Blueberry Honey".

      15 minutes here

    10. Finish your tour with a sweet tastings from Li-Lac Chocolates, NYC's oldest chocolate company famous for making chocolate EVERYTHING, from chocolate champagne bottles to a chocolate woman's heel shoe! Try their signature items for a sweet ending to your tour!

      10 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New York

    Madam JI Restaurant is located at 154 Bleecker Street, between Laguardia Pl and Thompson Street.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    The tours ends at Monte's Trattoria

    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
    Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Foods of New York Tours

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • We are only able to provide vegetarian and nut-free substitutions. We cannot accommodate vegan, gluten free, or other specific food allergies.
    • Please mention in the booking notes any dietary restrictions, including specific meat restrictions or nut allergies.
    • Please contact our office directly for any other questions related to dietary restrictions.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 63 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    9 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    8 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    63 verified traveler reviews for The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    kellyrosales2018 · August 2026

    Great walking tour

    Highly recommend. The guy was very nice and very knowledgeable. The pace was very reasonable, not too fast. All the food was really good. And we loved hearing all the history and small stories along the way.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the 5 star review, we really appreciate it! We hope to eat with you again soon in one of our other neighborhoods! Foods Of NY Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    CHBLittleRock · June 2026

    Highly recommend this fun tour!

    Everything was right on point! Great guide, Rick, great food, some history and humor. Three couples did this food walking tour and our guide was fantastic. It was a ton of food and options for adult beverages at a couple of places. Would definitely recommend and do it again next time we are in town. We have also done their original Greenwich food tour a couple of times and loved it as well.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the 5 star review and recommendation, we really appreciate it! We agree, Rick really is an amazing NYC food tour guide and we love having him on our team. We hope to eat with you again soon! Foods Of NY Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    Kim S · May 2026

    Delicious and informative tour. Highly enjoyable!

    Neighborhood information was fantastic, and the food was great. Rick made this an enjoyable experience for all of us!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the 5 star review and recommendation, we really appreciate it! We agree, Rick really is an amazing NYC food tour guide and we love having him on our team. We hope to eat with you again soon! Foods Of NY Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    Q1474YQlucyf · May 2026

    Happy Mothers!

    Our Mother’s Day weekend in NYC included a Foods of New York Tour in the Heart & Soul of Greenwich Village. It was a really fun few hours loaded with a variety of tastes ranging from butter chicken to chocolates to incredible pasta and tiramisu. Can’t forget the delicioso pizzas! Rick, our troop leader, was organized, kept us moving right along from place to place and provided interesting tidbits about the neighborhood. We would’ve love to have learned a little more history, but boy did we have full stomachs when it was over! Yum!!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the 5 star review and recommendation, we really appreciate it! We agree, Rick really is an amazing NYC food tour guide and we love having him on our team. We hope to eat with you again soon! Foods Of NY Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    wendyhS8350YK · March 2026

    A Worthy Food Tour

    This tour was scheduled for a group of us. Chip worked hard to make sure we had a great time even with our event coordinator confirmation emails causing confusion with the number of attendees. But Chip and Natalie worked hard to fix it and accommodate our group. As a native New Yorker, I learned some new things about the area and got to try some well crafted food I would’ve missed otherwise. Definitely worth the money. Thanks Chip!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the 5 star review and recommendation, we really appreciate it! We agree, Chip really is a great NYC food tour guide and we love having him on our team. We hope to eat with you again soon! Foods Of NY Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    22
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Foods of New York Tours, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 77.3.

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    Why this scores 76

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)94
    Review evidence (18% weight)53
    Booking momentum (14% weight)46
    Value for money (12% weight)67
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)84
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.

    How much does The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $99 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 The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours 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 The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 63 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 The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture 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 The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour?

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    Around 22 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture 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 NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York. 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.

    What is included in The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour?

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    Included: Licensed NYC Tour Guide; and Lunch. Not included: Tour Guide Gratuity; and Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour?

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    Madam JI Restaurant is located at 154 Bleecker Street, between Laguardia Pl and Thompson Street. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in New York. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about The Heart & Soul Of Greenwich Village Food & Culture Tour?

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    Across 63 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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