Astoria Queens Global Bites Food Tour (NYC)

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 Moroccan Pastilla, Greek markets, Indian cottage cheese 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’ll leave with a list of neighborhood favorites, new food discoveries, and a deeper understanding of why Astoria is considered one of the best food neighborhoods in NYC. Come hungry, wear comfy shoes, and get ready for a fun and flavorful neighborhood adventure!

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10 min

   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.)

2. 2

   Stop 2

   5 min

   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!

3. 3

   Stop 3

   10 min

   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.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   10 min

   Taste a traditional Moroccan chicken pastilla, a flaky sweet-and-savory pastry, while learning about Moroccan cuisine.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   15 min

   Step inside a beloved Greek market to sample olives and learn about Astoria’s strong Greek roots.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   10 min

   Try paneer tikka (Indian cottage cheese) while exploring Indian street food flavors and spices.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   5 min

   Taste a classic Italian-American rainbow cookie, a NYC bakery staple!

8. 8

   Stop 8

   10 min

   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.

9. 9

   Stop 9

   5 min

   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.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.