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Little Italy & Chinatown · New York City

LITTLE ITALY & CHINATOWN, NYC

Small-Group Food Tour of Little Italy & Chinatown

Not a tour guide — more like a New Yorker friend who knows every shop owner.

Max 10 guests.

Family-run shops only.

Led by the founder — not a random guide.

Includes an exclusive stop most tours don't have access to.

5.0

Google

5.0

Tripadvisor

Excellence

Viator Badge

Max 10

Guests per tour

$110

Per person

This isn’t a typical food tour.

"Not a tour guide — more like a New Yorker friend showing you around who happens to know every shop owner."

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The story behind the tours

I'm Tom. A native New Yorker with Italian roots.

My grandparents came from Naples and farmed in New Jersey
pre-lnstagram. My grandfather Antonino had a pastry shop in
Brooklyn at the turn of the century.

I created these tours to share the food, the people, and the stories
that shaped who I am. Every stop is a place I know. Every owner is a friend.

"You meet the people who put their heart and soul into
their businesses. This is not a mainstream tour. ' —
Stephen P., Google

Why guests come back

Four things that set Cult2Culture apart

10

Max guests per tour

Personal, never corporate. You're not a number here.

5.0 ★

Perfect rating everywhere

Google, TripAdvisor, and Viator Badge of Excellence.

100%

Family-run shops only

No chains, no tourist traps. Every stop is a real mom-and-pop.

1

Exclusive stop

One stop most tours can't access. Tom knows everyone.

Our Tours

Choose Your Experience

Two tours. One neighborhood. Decades of stories.

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Mom & Pop Food Tour

Little Italy & Chinatown. Cannoli, gourmet pizza, aged cheese, dumplings, sponge cake & tea. Family-run stops only.

2hr 15min

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Walking Tour

Max 10 guests

$110 / person

Mob
Movie Tour

ot Liltle Italy

Coming Soon

NYC Mob Movie Tour

Walk the real locations from The Godfather, Goodfellas & The Sopranos. Stories you won't find on any other tour.

~3 Hours

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Walking Tour

Small Group

$75 / person

Guest Reviews

What people are saying

5.0 stars across Google · TripAdvisor · Viator

"Tom is the owner, lives locally, and has real
relationships with the mom-and-pop shops. You meet the people who put their heart and soul into their businesses. "

— STEPHEN P. GOOGLE

"Better than we ever could have imagined.
We would have paid double for what we
got.

— CARL J. TRIPADVISOR

"If you want authentic — this is it. Well
paced, incredibly informative, and some of
the best food we've ever had in New York. "

—ARAH K. VIATOR

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Little Italy & Chinatown · New York City

Small-Group Food Tour of Little Italy & Chinatown

"Not a tour guide - more like a New Yorker friend who knows every shop owner"

  • Max 10 Guests​

  • Family-run shops only​

  • Led by the founder​

  • Includes an exclusive stop most tours don't have access to

Hi, and welcome to Cult2Culture Tours!

We offer founder-led small-group experiences from the perspective of a native New Yorker. Tours are small, immersive and personal. Join us to go beyond the guidebooks.

Explore neighborhoods through food with our Mom & Pop Food Tour of Little Italy and Chinatown, or delve into film history with the Mob Movie Tours of Little Italy, visiting iconic filming locations and testing your movie trivia knowledge.

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THE STORY BEHIND THE TOURS

My grandparents came from Naples and farmed in New Jersey — pre-Instagram. My grandfather Antonino had a pastry shop in Brooklyn at the turn of the century.

I created these tours to share the food, the people, and the stories that shaped who I am. Every stop is a place I know. Every owner is a friend.

I'm Tom. A native New Yorker with Italian roots.

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FEATURED TOUR OF THE MONTH

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    85 US dollars

WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY

“The tour was a delightful journey through the flavors of Italy right in NYC! Highly recommend to anyone who loves good food and great stories.”

Emily Johnson

Our Guides

MEET OUR TOUR GUIDES

Marco Rossi

With a passion for storytelling and a love for Italian cuisine, Marco brings the history and flavors of NYC to life on every tour.

Lina Bianchi

A culinary enthusiast, Lina shares her extensive knowledge of the local food scene, ensuring each guest has a memorable experience.

Giovanni Romano

Born and raised in NYC, Giovanni offers insider tips and insights that highlight the city's unique cultural tapestry.

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GET IN TOUCH

123 Italian Way
New York, NY 10001

Join Us for an Unforgettable Experience

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