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Editor's tip. The Blue Moon Burger Bash on the Pier 17 rooftop opens the festival on the Thursday night; buy early, the signature events are the first to go.

Know before you go

Hours2026: Burger Bash Thu 15 Oct 19:15-22:00 (card early entry 18:30); Grand Tasting Sat 17 and Sun 18 Oct from 12:00

What to eat there

  • Blue Moon Burger Bash: city chefs compete with burgers built on Pat LaFrieda's custom blend (Thu 15 Oct, Pier 17 rooftop)
  • Oyster Bash hosted by Andrew Zimmern (Sat 17 Oct, 11:00)
  • Tacos & Tequila hosted by Aarón Sánchez (Sat 17 Oct, 20:00)
  • Steak & Whiskey with Bryan and Michael Voltaggio (Fri 16 Oct)
  • Flavors of Bollywood with Maneet Chauhan and Vijay Kumar (Fri 16 Oct)

Good to know

  • All events are 21 and over with valid ID; walk-around tastings include all food and drink
  • Bag policy at the Seaport campus bans outside food and drink, backpacks, large bags and suitcases
  • Military, first responders, educators, government and medical staff may get GOVX ticket pricing
  • Grand Tasting weekend and Sunday Funday packages save 20% on bundled tickets

Sources: nycwff.org/burger/ · nycwff.org/event-type/walk-around-tastings/ · nycwff.org/event-type/grand-tasting-culinary-demos/ · nycwff.org/bag-policy/

Plan the days around it

Eat your way around New York City while you are in town

New York City Wine & Food Festival runs 15 to 18 October. These are the food tours and tastings in New York City to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

West Village NYC Pizza Walking Tour★ 4.9 (17)

Guided tour · 2h 30m

West Village NYC Pizza Walking Tour

Satisfy your pizza cravings on a 3-hour walking tour of New York’s Greenwich Village. Sample 3 different pies in one of the city's most historic neighborhoods and tast...

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NYC: Greenwich Village Food Tour★ 4.9 (92)

Guided tour · 2h 30m

NYC: Greenwich Village Food Tour

Explore Greenwich Village on a 2.5-hour guided food tour led by a local expert. Enjoy six food tastings, visit famous landmarks, and hear the stories behind the food a...

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Location

Address: The Rooftop at Pier 17, 89 South Street, New York, NY 10038, New York City

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