History
The story behind Sidewalks of NY Tours began a decade ago, when it's founder, J.D. Hirsch started taking friends and family on walking tours of the city he loves. His biggest motivation was to make sure his guests experienced The TRUE New York. Through years of exploration, he had discovered the secret hideaways, and hidden gems that make New York unlike any other city in the world. He combed the streets, tasting authentic ethnic cuisines and culinary delights not found in any guide books. His lengthy walking adventures took him to dinky mom-and-pop specialty food shops, and ethnic eateries, which have stood the test of time. He began compiling a best of list in search of the best delicatessens, bagel and knish shops, coffee houses, bakeries, candy stores, hamburger joints, pizzerias, and so much more. A friend noticed J.D.'s passion and enthusiasm showing people his discoveries, and suggested he start a walking tour business. And the rest, as they say, is history.
Specialties
Our mission at Sidewalks of NY Tours is to give exceptional walking food tours of New York, so our customers will revisit these neighborhoods with confidence, and enjoy the various cultural options they provide. Sidewalks of NY Tours specializes in corporate team building food tours. Our private food tours are customizable to ensure your team has a delicious, informative and fun food tour. Looking for great team building ideas? Our private food tours are the perfect team building activity. You will bond with your teammates on a casual eating and drinking adventure through New York City's diverse and delicious culinary scene. Our private food tours are perfect for bachelor/bachelorette parties, family outings, internship programs, summer associates, alumni associations, Birthday parties, and so much more. We tailor every private food tour to suit your needs. We truly are the private food tour experts!