Chicago Historical Food Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Chicago's River North district
- Taste iconic Chicago-style deep-dish pizza
- Discover the history of Chicago's culinary scene
- Visit local eateries with rich histories
- Learn about Chicago's diverse food culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of River North
- Tastings at multiple local eateries
- Insights into Chicago's culinary history
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Itinerary
Join us for a foodie adventure in Chicago’s River North, where a local guide will take you to the best spots for the city’s iconic dishes.
Your local guide will take you to some of the city's most beloved food spots, where you'll try a classic Chicago-style hot dog, the world-famous deep-dish pizza, and a traditional Italian beef sandwich.
At last, stroll through the Loop, discovering Chicago’s mix of historic landmarks, modern architecture, museums, and art galleries.
Meeting point
Start Location
The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
- Please inform the tour guide of any dietary restrictions in advance.
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared to walk approximately 2 miles over 2 hours.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 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.
Reviews
This was a great tour that not only included local charm, great Italian eats, insider tips on how to experience Boston, but also a great history lesson you don't always read in the books.
Would definitely recommend this night tour to everyone. Our driver, Carl, was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Our 7 year olds loved the tour a lot and consider it the best part of their Washington DC trip. I can see it being a bit hard to enjoy it fully when the weather doesn't cooperate but we had some great weather so we were really lucky.
We enjoyed our guide Bob and trainee Maddie. Our group was small, including us "locals" from Vermont, two world travelers from Minnesota, and a couple from Ireland. Rain dampened our walk and our clothes, yet we still enjoyed the learning, the history, the food and the company. Bob was very knowledgeable and informative and friendly. We highly recommend him and the North End Foodie Tour!
Traveler reviews
Great experience, Rich is...
Great experience, Rich is super knowledgeable and friendly. Food was excellent. Would definitely recommend.
Food, fun, and Chicago facts
Dash was a fantastic guide. He was enthusiastic, informative, friendly, and knowledgeable. The food stops were delicious. We truly enjoyed our walking adventure around the city and iconic food spots.
A first glimpse of Chicago
We booked a private food tour and we had a lot of fun. Not only that we talked about the food but we knew a lot about the history of the City. We came here with 0 expectations yet we were surprised of how good the art and culture here is. Dash was very accommodating, he asked about our preferences and he gave us extra tips for the rest of our stay.
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.
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!