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Astoria Queens Global Bites Food Tour (NYC)
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New York City
About
Astoria is one of the most multicultural neighborhoods in New York City, and on this tour you’ll literally eat your way around the world in just a few blocks.
Instead of big restaurants or tourist spots, this experience focuses on small, local, and family-run businesses that locals actually love. Each stop represents a different culture that has shaped Astoria’s food scene. From Colombian bakeries and Georgian dumplings to Taiwanese street food, Greek markets, Indian snacks, and classic NYC Italian pastries.
This is a relaxed, small-group walking tour where we eat, explore, chat, and learn as we go. Expect a mix of sweet and savory bites with enough tastings to feel like a full lunch.
You...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Georgian Khinkali
Olive samples at Greek Supermarket
Greek Pork/Chicken Souvlaki
Taiwanese gua bao (fluffy steamed bun sandwich)
Guided walking food tour of Astoria
bottled water
Indian samosas and pakora
Italian Cannoli and rainbow cookie
Colombian Pandebono
Alcoholic drinks, as well as coffee/tea and soft drinks will be available at many stops, but are not included unless noted
Gratuity not included. Never expected, always appreciated
Meeting Points
Departure
Queens Public Library at Broadway
Meet in front of Queens Public Library (14-01 Broadway, Astoria).
Look for your guide near the entrance.
Steinway St Station (N/W trains) is a 5 minute walk.
Early arrivals can browse the library.
Return
Broadway
Broadway Station (Broadway & 30th Avenue) Astoria.
Access to the N/W trains
The tour ends in the heart of Astoria, near local shops, cafes, and attractions.
Your guide will be able to provide recommendations for more places to explore in the neighborhood.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
Astoria is one of the most multicultural neighborhoods in New York City, and on this tour you’ll literally eat your way around the world in just a few blocks.
Instead of big restaurants or tourist spots, this experience focuses on small, local, and family-run businesses that locals actually love. Each stop represents a different culture that has shaped Astoria’s food scene. From Colombian bakeries and Georgian dumplings to Taiwanese street food, Greek markets, Indian snacks, and classic NYC Italian pastries.
This is a relaxed, small-group walking tour where we eat, explore, chat, and learn as we go. Expect a mix of sweet and savory bites with enough tastings to feel like a full lunch.
You...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Georgian Khinkali
Olive samples at Greek Supermarket
Greek Pork/Chicken Souvlaki
Taiwanese gua bao (fluffy steamed bun sandwich)
Guided walking food tour of Astoria
bottled water
Indian samosas and pakora
Italian Cannoli and rainbow cookie
Colombian Pandebono
Alcoholic drinks, as well as coffee/tea and soft drinks will be available at many stops, but are not included unless noted
Gratuity not included. Never expected, always appreciated
Meeting Points
Departure
Queens Public Library at Broadway
Meet in front of Queens Public Library (14-01 Broadway, Astoria).
Look for your guide near the entrance.
Steinway St Station (N/W trains) is a 5 minute walk.
Early arrivals can browse the library.
Return
Broadway
Broadway Station (Broadway & 30th Avenue) Astoria.
Access to the N/W trains
The tour ends in the heart of Astoria, near local shops, cafes, and attractions.
Your guide will be able to provide recommendations for more places to explore in the neighborhood.
Itinerary
1
Queens Public Library at Broadway
Make sure to come hungry!
We’ll meet right in front of the Queens Library on Broadway. It’s easy to find, close to the R/M train via Steinway Station.
Feel free to use the bathroom here before the tour begins!
(Please note: The library is closed on Sundays, but we will still meet outside in the same spot.)
10 minutes
2
La Casa del Sabor Bakery Restaurant
As we introduce each other and get a run down of the tour, we will eat Pandebono straight from the local bakery.
It is warm, cheesy, and slightly chewy. The outside is lightly crispy while the inside melts in your mouth. It's a comforting bite that locals crave every day.
It is a warm, chewy Colombian cheese bread made from yucca flour and queso fresco. It’s naturally gluten-free and has a slightly crispy outside with a soft, cheesy center.
Although we will not visit the bakery
This is a beloved comfort snack in Colombian households!
5 minutes
3
Mrs. Georgia
Steaming, hand-twisted Georgian dumplings filled with savory beef, pork and rich broth. You’ll learn the traditional way to eat one without spilling a drop. Juicy and flavorful, these dumplings are a local favorite among Astoria’s Georgian community and a must-try for first-time visitors.
10 minutes
4
UnMei
Enjoy a Taiwanese gua bao (fluffy steamed bun sandwich), a favorite street food in Taiwan.
10 minutes
5
Mediterranean Foods
Step inside a beloved Greek market to sample olives and learn about Astoria’s strong Greek roots.
15 minutes
6
Curry Corner Indian Cuisine
Try samosas and pakora while exploring Indian street food flavors and spices.
10 minutes
7
Il Fornaio Bakery Cafe
Taste a classic Italian-American rainbow cookie, a NYC bakery staple!
5 minutes
8
King Souvlaki
Juicy, smoky grilled pork or chicken marinated in traditional Greek herbs and cooked over charcoal.
One bite and you’ll understand why Astoria is known for its authentic Greek cuisine. Perfectly tender, flavorful, and straight from the neighborhood grill.
10 minutes
9
Parisi Bakery
We finish on a sweet note with a classic Italian cannoli: a crisp pastry shell filled with creamy, lightly sweetened ricotta and dusted with powdered sugar. Freshly made and delightfully indulgent, it’s the perfect finale to a multicultural culinary adventure.
