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Chicago Food Tour: Taste Iconic Local Dishes
4.8
111 Ratings
Chicago
Embark on the ultimate culinary journey in Chicago’s historic Loop with a local guide. Savor iconic dishes such as deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs, while uncovering the fascinating stories behind the city’s vibrant food culture.
Embark on the ultimate culinary journey in Chicago’s historic Loop with a local guide. Savor iconic dishes such as deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs, while uncovering the fascinating stories behind the city’s vibrant food culture.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- The Chicago Theatre - Embark on a culinary journey in Chicago’s River North, guided by a local expert who will introduce you to the finest places for the city’s renowned dishes.
- Chicago Riverwalk - Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Chicago Riverwalk, exploring the city’s cultural, historical, and natural highlights on this picturesque,…
- The Chicago Theatre - Embark on a culinary journey in Chicago’s River North, guided by a local expert who will introduce you to the finest places for the city’s renowned dishes.
- Chicago Riverwalk - Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Chicago Riverwalk, exploring the city’s cultural, historical, and natural highlights on this picturesque, open-air route.
- Chicago Loop - A local guide will lead you to some of the city’s favorite dining spots, where you can savor a classic Chicago-style hot dog, the famous deep-dish pizza, and a traditional Italian beef sandwich.
- The Loop - Finally, wander through the Loop, uncovering Chicago’s blend of historic sites, contemporary architecture, museums, and art galleries.
What's Included
- Visit Loop District, the heart of Chicago’s dining scene
- Join Friendly Local, English-speaking guide
- Taste Chicago-style hot dog, a slice of pizza and a classic Chicago sandwich: Italian beef
- Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- Get a taste of Chicago’s most famous food
- Visit Loop District, the heart of Chicago’s dining scene
- Join Friendly Local, English-speaking guide
- Taste Chicago-style hot dog, a slice of pizza and a classic Chicago sandwich: Italian beef
- Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- Get a taste of Chicago’s most famous food
What's Not Included
- Gratuity
- Additional Food and Drinks
- Gratuity
- Additional Food and Drinks
Additional Information
- Is this tour child-friendly? Yes! This tour is suitable for families. Children under 4 years old can join free of charge. A reduced child price applies for children aged 4 to 11.
- Can dietary requirements be accommodated? Vegetarian options are available. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate other food allergies or dietary preferences. Please…
- Is this tour child-friendly? Yes! This tour is suitable for families. Children under 4 years old can join free of charge. A reduced child price applies for children aged 4 to 11.
- Can dietary requirements be accommodated? Vegetarian options are available. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate other food allergies or dietary preferences. Please notify us in advance if you require a vegetarian option so we can plan accordingly.
- Will food options or portion sizes vary? Food offerings and portion sizes may vary depending on the season and the stops visited on the day of the tour. However, the total amount of food included is always designed to equal a full meal.
- What happens if the weather isn’t great? Experiences run rain, shine, or snow, so please dress appropriately for the weather on the day of your tour.
- Is this tour suitable for all ages and fitness levels? Yes! This tour is suitable for guests of all ages and fitness levels. Please note that it includes approximately 2.4 km (1.5 miles) of walking, at a relaxed pace with regular stops.
Location
The Chicago Theatre
North State Street
The Chicago Theatre (underneath the marquee), 175 N. State Street, Chicago, IL 60601
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(111 Ratings)
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Mrichchappell
Jan 12, 2026
This was an awesome tour! Highly recommend! - Our tour guide Don was excellent! Very knowledgeable about the history of food as well as Chicago in general. The walk from restaurant to restaurant was easy and very enjoyable even on a wintry day. My 18-year-old son and I really enjoyed the tour. Something good for families with older children.
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Michaelpa1231uv
Nov 15, 2025
Worth It - The food was great and the facts were even better! Our tour guide Dash really went the extra mile with his facts and knowledge, lots of fun!
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Johnhk475bn
Nov 9, 2025
Chicago Dash - Our tour guide Dash was great. Very knowledgeable about Chicago and its food history. The food choices were great, all fun spots.
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Linda
Oct 21, 2025
Great knowledge and very personable! - Dash was so enthusiastic about his city and its history! This was not just a food tour. We loved the three iconic Chicago meals we tasted, but he also was an amazing resource for the history of the city. We highly recommend!
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111doreenf
Oct 20, 2025
A walk with food and history well spent - Dash was the tour guide and he provided a great tour. He taught us interesting historical facts about Chicago's past and present. He was enthusiastic and is a good public speaker. The good was good and plentiful. Recommend the tour and Dash.
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Nickih645
Oct 15, 2025
Fun and delicious!! - Rich was fun, knowledgeable and very respectful of everyone on our trip. He has great recommendations and a great sense of humor. Would recommend him to anyone as your tour leader!!
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785connort
Sep 23, 2025
Food was good, tour was insightful - Our tour guide, Kevin, was amazing. He was very informative and sociable, would definitely do this tour again! The food spots were really amazing!
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832tessn
Sep 17, 2025
Highly recommended - Dash was incredibly engaging and knowledgeable ! Highly recommend this food tour. It was not only about food but the history of Chicago , the buildings and stories from the past
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Buckybadger86
Sep 10, 2025
Dash knows Chicago! - Dash was very knowledgeable about the architecture and history of Chicago. My son and I enjoyed ourselves very much. Food was delicious and the 2 hour walk was not overly strenuous.
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Jennifer_b
Oct 6, 2025
Mediocre tour - First, I want to state the positive of this exhibition. The guide was very knowledgeable, friendly, and extremely professional. With that said, there were several downsides. First, the company stated that the time opening we requested was not available (I.e. 3 pm). There was a miscommunication between the guide and the booking company as the guide was expecting the time requested versus the time that was assigned (one hour later). Our entire party had to scramble to meet our guide otherwise risk losing reservations with one of the restaurants. Being a former person working downtown Chicago and having some city knowledge, riding the L-train (in my opinion) was a sort of a downer. The tour never mentioned anything about walking (as their competitors did). One of the people in our group was handicap and this is not a handicap friendly tour. The food was mediocre. I think everyone mentioned that the pizza was not appetizing with the sausage on it and many didn’t feel well afterward. The only beverage was water and I would expected soft drinks with the cost of the tour. If I was to do it again, I would have pick and chose my own if you are just wanting a Chicago food culture background.
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