This was a phenomenal food tour! Thank you so much Ahoy NY Food Tours and thank you Lily for your dedication to this job. You made everyone feel so welcome and happy.
Handmade Pasta
Multi-Course Meal
Authentic Family Recipes
Enjoy An Italian Feast in Little Italy
Are you looking for an indulgent and refined Italian dining experience? Join us for a private, seated, multi-course evening in the heart of historic Little Italy. Enjoy a full Italian dinner, served with local stories and optional wine pairings.
Our expert guide leads you through a rich culinary journey that celebrates family-owned restaurants and authentic family recipes, making it an incredibly flavorful NYC Italian dinner experience. You’ll visit four Italian restaurants, each offering their signature dish. Some of these establishments have been operating for over 100 years!
Enjoy antipasti, handmade pasta, famous meatballs, and a classic Italian dessert. Each dish has been carefully chosen to reflect the traditions of Southern Italy. Perfect for intimate evenings, NYC group activities, or corporate events, this dinner tour offers connection and flavor that many NYC food tours don’t.
Tour Highlights
2 hours of delicious food courses, history, and wine
Make your way through a progressive dinner in the heart of Little Italy
Discover Italian establishments that are family-owned, some having operating for over 100 years
Perfect for groups of various sizes
Led by a friendly, licensed tour guide who will share stories of culture and history along the way
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Tour Details
Price
$200 (all ages)
Meeting point
Mott Street in Little Italy (Exact meeting location information provided with your booking)
End location
Walking distance to the meetup location and nearby subway stations. Your guide will help you navigate to your next destination.
Duration
2 hours
Group size
Max. 30 guests
Included
- Four different food tasting locations
- 3 glasses of wine or beer and a dessert beverage
- A friendly, licensed guide
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes and shoes
- Sense of adventure
- Willingness to try exciting, new foods!
- Everything else is taken care of!
Food restrictions
With advanced notice, we can fulfill most requests (vegetarians, gluten- free, no shellfish, etc.). See options at check-out.
Important details
Tastings are subject to change
A Full-Course Italian Dinner Tour in the Heart of Little Italy
This elevated Italian dinner tour is all about relaxing and savoring every course. It’s the perfect mix of traditional flavors and neighborhood charm, making it a memorable NYC dining experience. Enjoy a seated, guided dinner that’s perfect for NYC group activities or a night out with friends or family. You can even put it on your list of New York City bachelorette ideas—this tour is great for any large group!
Here’s what’s on the menu during your tasty evening:
- Antipasto with your choice of wine or beer at a neighborhood wine bar
- Flavorful meatballs paired with a choice of wine or beer at a long-standing restaurant known for their meatballs
- A signature Sicilian pasta dish from a woman-owned and operated restaurant
- Fresh Italian pastry and coffee at America’s oldest espresso bar
Every bite is rooted in authentic Italian tradition, served with a side of history and local stories. Get ready for the feast of a lifetime!
An Exclusive Italian Dining Experience in Historic Little Italy
This isn’t your average Italian dinner tour—it’s a curated, sit-down experience featuring signature dishes from some of Little Italy’s most iconic eateries. Unlike other food tours in NYC, this one allows you to slow down, connect, and savor every bite in a warm, comfortable setting.
With a max group size of 30, this tour offers a private dining atmosphere that’s ideal for NYC corporate activities, team-building dinners, or elegant bachelorette parties. Not only will you have the chance to taste some delicious, authentic Italian dishes, but you’ll meet and learn the stories of the restaurant owners behind the food, enjoying a guided evening that feels like dining with extended family.
If you’re looking for one of the best NYC tours that combines food, storytelling, and community, there’s no better tour than this one.
See What Real Foodies Love About Our Tours
Our guide Carol was fantastic! Very knowledgeable, super attentive and fun! The food was great and she really made it a memorable afternoon – thank you!!
We thoroughly enjoyed this tour and highly recommend to all travelers to New York. Our tour guide, Lily, was outstanding!
We have done many food tours in different cities and this was one of the best we have been on.
The food was delicious! Overall, we were really impressed and would recommend to anyone!
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