Private Williamsburg Bites Food Tour
Street art, food, and the best views in bustling Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY!
Things to know
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Tour Includes: 6 tastings: enough food for lunch! Licensed local tour guide bringing you laughs and fascinating storytelling.
- Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian & Gluten Free friendly; Vegan not currently available on this tour.
- Walking Distance: 1.5 miles / 2.4 km
- Meeting Location: Williamsburg Mini Mall, 218 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY.
- Tour Ending Point: Tacombi, 242 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
- Optional Upgrade: Margaritas at Tacombi
Pricing & Group Size
Private tours start at $85 per person for groups of 2 to 16 people. That covers your licensed local guide, all 6 tastings, and the full 3 hour experience.
Got more than 16 people? Email us at reservations@likealocaltours.com and we’ll build a custom private tour for your group.
Featured Food Stops
Indulge in a carefully curated selection of food stops that highlight both the diversity of Williamsburg’s culinary scene and its commitment to social impact:
Social Impact Partner - Reforesters Laboratory
Reforesters Laboratory is a socially driven wellness space in Williamsburg that merges plant-based cuisine with immersive sound healing to foster personal and ecological well-being. The mission is to cultivate kindness, connection, and clarity by offering experiences that nourish both body and mind.
At the core of the Laboratory is an adaptogenic café led by holistic chef Rose Thompson, serving grain-free, sugar-free, gut-supportive foods infused with stress-reducing and brain-boosting ingredients like ashwagandha and lion’s mane. In the sound clinic, guests can unwind in guided or self-directed audio sessions that promote deep relaxation and inner balance.
What does Social Impact mean to us?
We believe exploring like a local means connecting with the people and causes shaping our communities. That’s why we partner with inspiring, grassroots organizations and highlight their work along the way. Just as we carefully choose the food and spots you’ll experience, we also choose partners who are making a real difference. By joining our tours, you’re not just seeing the city—you’re helping it thrive.
Tour Highlights: A Local's Food Tour of Brooklyn
Picture this: you’re standing under a three-story mural on Bedford Avenue, everything bagel in hand, while your guide explains the story the artist painted into it. That’s the Williamsburg you came for. Over three hours, you eat your way through six tastings, walk 1.5 miles of Brooklyn’s most talked-about blocks, and hear the stories behind the pizza, the Polish bakery, and the murals that turned this old factory district into one of the city’s best neighborhoods to eat in.
Discover Williamsburg
Start where the neighborhood does its thing: the busy streets of Williamsburg.
Your licensed NYC tour guide will take you beyond the Williamsburg highlight reel, sharing stories about the neighborhood’s transformation from industrial hub to one of Brooklyn’s biggest food, art and cultural destinations. It’s the perfect setup for an afternoon of eating and learning like a local, with plenty of nods to the small businesses and community projects that keep this corner of Brooklyn buzzing.
Street Art and History
Bedford Avenue doubles as an open-air gallery, and your guide reads it like a local. You’ll stop in front of specific murals, hear who painted them and why, and get the social and political backstory most people walk right past. It’s the kind of context that turns a photo into a story you actually retell later.
Iconic Views
FAQ
How much walking is involved and what is the pace?
Our tours vary from 1-2 ½ miles over a 3 hour period. We walk at a leisurely pace and stop frequently to discuss interesting points along the way.
We do recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. Keep in mind that you are on your feet for most of the tour. All tours include at least 1 stop where you can sit for your tasting.
The least walking would be attending our Chelsea Market + High Line Tour and opting to skip the High Line walk portion that culminates the tour.
Our Flatiron Food Tour is the least walking (1 mile) followed by Chelsea Market & High Line Food Tour (1.5 miles) Lower East Side (2 miles), and Williamsburg Food Tour (2 miles).
Are your tours in English only?
Our public tours are conducted in English with the exception of tours in Spanish offered on Saturdays at 4:30 PM. Outside of this, we can accommodate foreign language private tour bookings. Our guides speak Spanish, Italian and French. If you need a tour in another language, please contact us and let us know.
Will locals enjoy the tours as well or is it mostly for tourists?
Absolutely! While you may be familiar with our route and some of the stops, you will also have the opportunity to discover new things about the wonderful neighborhood you live in! Additionally, this tour is an excellent way to entertain out-of-town guests, celebrate a special occasion or encourage professional team building.
We regularly hear from local customers that they found a new favorite spot while on tour with us!
How do I book a private tour for more than 16 people?
Please fill out our contact form, or email us with details about your group at reservations@likealocaltours.com.
Do I have to purchase tour tickets in advance?
Yes! Booking in advance is required. Our tour guides do not accept cash on site for tickets.
Ready to book a public tour? Click here.
Looking for something more intimate? Book a private tour here.
What are your cancellation policies?
Public Tours
Plans sometimes change. We get it; it happens to us too. So we’re happy to provide a hassle-free, 100% refund if you give us 48 hours’ notice.
Inside of 48 hours, we’ve already started preparing for your visit, and can’t easily fill your slot, so we sadly can’t provide you a refund in that case.
Private & Corporate Tours
Do you cancel for inclement weather?
Tours will run rain, snow or shine. We ask that you check the weather forecast and dress accordingly if inclement weather is predicted.
In the case of extreme weather, we will reach out to you if we need to cancel your tour and reschedule you to a time when it is safe!
How can I amend my booking number of guests?/How can I remove or add guests?
If you booked directly with us, you should’ve received a confirmation email. Please click ‘change booking’ located directly below the photo/event details. You should be able to modify there.
If you booked through a third party or reseller, please contact them directly to make the change. This includes booking made through Viator, TripAdvisor, GetYourGuide, Fever, Cozymeal.
What do I do if I am late to a tour?
Don’t panic! You can join the tour up to 30 minutes after it has started. Please call us at +1(347)542-7998 and follow the menu options to contact your tour guide.
They will let you know exactly where you can find the group and join the tour!
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