Private DUMBO Foodie Experience in Brooklyn

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Explore Brooklyn’s vibrant DUMBO neighborhood through a private food tour led by a local foodie. This 2-hour experience combines delicious bites, stunning views, and fascinating stories about the area's transformation from an industrial waterfront to a creative hub.

Start your journey at a Michelin-rated Brooklyn-born restaurant, where you'll sample local flavors and learn about DUMBO's historic roots. Walk beneath the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and capture memorable photos of the Manhattan skyline. As you stroll through streets filled with artists and artisans, your guide will share the area's remarkable story of reinvention.

Along the way, you'll indulge in a variety of treats—from a legendary 1930s pizza spot to a hidden Asian fusion restaurant praised by locals. Finish your tour with a decadent chocolate tasting at Jacques Torres, where you'll discover how he pioneered the bean-to-bar movement in America. This private DUMBO food experience offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and mouthwatering cuisine.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the DUMBO food tour?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

What’s included in the experience?

You’ll enjoy food at four local restaurants, a private guide, a 2-hour walking tour, and drinks.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, it’s suitable for travelers of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Is the tour accessible for wheelchair users?

Absolutely. The tour is wheelchair accessible, and infants can ride in strollers or prams.

Can I customize the experience?

This is a private tour, so your guide can tailor some parts of the experience to your interests.

What if I need to cancel?

All sales are final. Cancellations are non-refundable, and refunds are not available once booked.

Non-refundable

All sales are final. No refunds are available for cancellations.

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Duration 2 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Duration 2 hours
Languages English
Group Size Up to 8 people
Ages 0–120 years old
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; infants and small children can ride in strollers
Tour Type Private

What's included

Included

  • Food at four local restaurants
  • Private NYC tour guide
  • Private 2-hour walking tour
  • Drinks included

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    Enjoy a taste of Brooklyn pizza, and hear the dramatic story of the Battle of Brooklyn, which took place on this very site.

    10 minutes
  2. Stop 2

    Learn how this global icon was born from one family’s fight to change Brooklyn’s history.

    10 minutes
  3. Stop 3

    A hearty kickoff to your food tour with samplings from this Michelin-rated, Brooklyn-born restaurant.

    30 minutes
  4. Stop 4

    Indulge your sweet tooth at Jacques Torres Chocolate, pioneer of the bean-to-bar movement in America. Learn how he earned the name Mr. Chocolate and international acclaim as you taste his creations.

    10 minutes
  5. Stop 5

    Take in spectacular views of the Lower Manhattan skyline, and learn how the businesses of DUMBO still shape our culture today.

    10 minutes
  6. Stop 6

    Savor unexpected Pan-Asian flavor fusions that can only be found in DUMBO. This highly successful restaurant is glowingly reviewed by locals but still somewhat of a hidden gem, often overlooked by travelers.

    20 minutes
  7. Stop 7

    Taste some of New York’s best Sicilian pizza, served in a spacious courtyard that captures the nostalgic spirit of old-school Brooklyn. Your guide will reserve a table just for your group.

    30 minutes

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

Your private guide will be waiting for you at the Fulton Ferry Landing, near the Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Building, at the intersection of Old Fulton Street and Furman Street.

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How to get there

Your guide will be there to greet you at the designated meeting spot.

Cancellation & confirmation

Non-refundable

All sales are final. No refunds are available for cancellations.

  • 0% refund if canceled at least 0 day(s) before

Confirmation within 24 hours

The supplier reviews your request and usually confirms within 24 hours.

From $750.00 per person

Traveler Age 0–120
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