"Made in Brooklyn" Themed Food Tour

Food & Drink

Joined 2025

Dom G.

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New York

English (Native), Italian

3 hours

Private tour (only you and Dom G.)

Up to 15 people

New York City has more than one Little Italy and Italian-American cuisine is more than pizza, spaghetti and meatballs. Bring your appetite and go off-the-beaten-path to the ethnically diverse and historically Italian-American neighborhood of Bensonhurst - Brooklyn's "Pasta Paradise"! We will visit some of Bensonhurst's favorite old school places to eat and shop. And your guide, a native Brooklynite, will share the neighborhood's history from his own unique perspective.

Itinerary

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11:30 AM

Meeting Point

Bensonhurst

- In front of Pastosa Ravioli at 1635 Bay Ridge Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11204 on the corner of Bay Ridge Parkway (same as 75th Street) and New Utrecht Avenue.

12:00 PM

Old School Bensonhurst

* Tastings of Italian-American specialties including baked goods, cheeses, heroes and ravioli.

* Visit Bensonhurst's "old school" favorite culinary establishments

* Explore Brooklyn’s hidden Little Italy

* Learn the neighborhood's history from a guide from the neighborhood

12:30 PM

Eat Your Way Through Bensonhurst

Tastings include:

* Fresh-made ravioli produced by a successful family-owned manufacturer of Italian specialties

* Fresh mozzarella traditionally made from 100% whole cow’s milk by a nationally renowned manufacturer of dairy products

* Heroes from a classic Italian hero joint that builds over 150 unique sandwiches named after famous Italian-Americans

* Fresh baked goods from an old fashioned Italian bakery that offers prosciutto bread, olive bread, focaccia and more

Ending Point

Lioni Italian Heroes

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

* Licensed NYC Sightseeing Guide.

* Local guide who is a Brooklyn native.

* Tastings of Italian-American specialties other than pizza.

* Public transportation

What‘s not included

* Food and drinks other than samples.

* Gratuities are not included, but are greatly appreciated!

Tour Important Information

* Designed for ages 18 and over.

* Runs in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.

* Sorry, pets except service animals are not allowed.

* Italian-American food is typically made with meat, including pork, and dairy products and contains gluten. Unfortunately, this tour can't accommodate all diets and isn't tailored for those with specific food allergies.

With advanced planning I may be available on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Important message from the supplier

Please contact me there isn't availability. I may be able to find ways to accommodate you.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Dom G.

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About Tour Guide Dom G.

My name is Dom G. and I'm a native Brooklynite who has been conducting "Made in Brooklyn" themed tours since 2011 after a career working for high tech hardware manufacturers. Inspired by the makers I discover on my travels, I seek out who's makin' it right here in Brooklyn. My tours feature creative people and local businesses, honor the innovators of Brooklyn's Industrial Revolution and highlight what makes Brooklyn so great. I personally design all my tours and am a bonafide licensed NYC Sightseeing Guide.