Williamsburg: Food Tasting Walking Tour with 6 Stops NYC

Summary

Williamsburg eats pizza dumplings fried chicken on foot with locals

You’ll taste your way through Williamsburg with six different stops—think pizza straight from Joe’s oven, crispy fried chicken at Pie & Thighs, and dumplings hidden behind an unassuming door. Local guides share neighborhood stories as you wander side streets together. Expect laughter, full hands, and maybe a new favorite snack by the end.

What’s the experience like?

I honestly thought I knew New York food — but Williamsburg threw me off in the best way. First stop was Joe’s Pizza, and I swear the cheese stretch was longer than my patience waiting in line (worth it though). Our guide, Maribel, grew up just a few blocks away and had this way of pointing out tiny things I’d never notice — like how the old Italian bakery still smells like burnt sugar if you walk past before noon. She laughed when I tried to order a “regular” slice like a local. Apparently that means cheese here, not pepperoni. Who knew?

We wandered down side streets that felt more Brooklyn than any movie ever showed me. There were murals everywhere — some faded, some so bright they almost hurt my eyes in the late morning sun. At Pie & Thighs, the fried chicken was so crispy it made this little crackle when I bit in (I got biscuit crumbs all over myself). The day trip Williamsburg food tour kept surprising me; one minute we were slurping soup dumplings from a spot tucked behind a laundromat, next we were sampling bagels that were still warm from the oven. Someone on our tour said their hands smelled like garlic for hours after.

Maribel told stories about her grandmother coming here for Polish pastries decades ago — she even pointed out where the old shop used to be. It’s wild how much changes and how much stays the same. We all shared bottled water and swapped bites of whatever we couldn’t finish (portions are no joke). By the end I was full but still wanted to keep wandering, just to see what else was hiding around the next block. If you’re even half as nosy about food as me… well, you’ll probably love it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Williamsburg food tasting walking tour

• Join relaxing walking tour
• Eat pizza at Joe's Pizza
• Enjoy chicken and biscuit at Pie & Thighs
• Taste 6 different foods

Top questions

How many tastings are included on the Williamsburg food tour?

The tour includes six different sample tastings along the route.

Does this NYC food tour include pizza and fried chicken?

Yes, you’ll get pizza from Joe’s Pizza and fried chicken at Pie & Thighs during the tour.

Is bottled water provided during the Williamsburg walking tour?

Bottled water is included for all guests on this tour.

Are public transportation options nearby for this Brooklyn food tour?

Yes, there are public transportation options available near the meeting point in Williamsburg.

Is this food tasting tour suitable for all fitness levels?

The walking route is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Do guides follow health and safety protocols on this NYC food tour?

All guides implement social distancing and provide hand sanitizer; COVID-19 testing is required before returning to work.

Will I need to show proof of vaccination for indoor dining stops?

Yes, guests must present COVID-19 vaccine cards for indoor dining locations per NYC guidelines.

What’s included

Your day includes six different sample tastings—pizza at Joe’s Pizza, fried chicken at Pie & Thighs, dumplings and more—plus bottled water throughout your walk. You’ll be guided by a local who knows Williamsburg inside out, with safe group sizes and social distancing measures so you can just focus on eating (and maybe laughing at yourself trying to pronounce “schmear”).