Overview
Get a taste of Chicago on this small-group walking food tour and explore the specialties of River North neighborhood. Dive deeper into the culinary history of the place while trying out the best dishes to illustrate different cuisines.
Follow your guide’s advice not to get lost in a great diversity of options and enjoy the most peculiar delicacies including deep dish pizza, Italian beef, and hot-dogs. Feel your stomach with delight and your head with new information as you walk and learn something new with every step you make.
- Eat your way through the River North neighborhood to get a real taste of the City by the Lake.
- Combine walking tour with history insights and culinary tips from your guide.
- Enjoy a small group for better personalized experience.
- Benefit from your guides expertise and learn more about restaurants and cafés of Chicago.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Learn about the culinary history of Chicago and the culture of the River North neighborhood
Classic Italian beef
Chicago’s most famous foods
Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
Iconic places for photoshoot
All Fees and Taxes
Chicago-style hot dog
Friendly local guide
The famousChicago deep dish pizza
Extra food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the Chicago Theater (underneath the marquee)
End point
Finish the tour near the Chicago Brown Line “L” Station.
What to expect
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River North
40 min
Food makes one of the best memories of any travel. So be welcomed by the River North neighborhood, the best destination for foodies in the Windy City. Sample iconic local food and savor the moments of pleasure choosing your favorite. Start your culinary adventure with Chicago-style hot dog. Witness the reason why it is called beef dragged through the garden and trace its origins in Vienna. Having made it to Chicago, a sausage on a poppy seed bun became popular with baseball fans and at fairs to later conquer the whole city becoming the most popular fast food. You may encounter different variations depending on a vendor, but your guide will introduce the best option to you.
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River North
35 min
Take a stroll around the neighborhood before you get to the next specialty of the City by the Lake. Get acquainted with prominent Chicago deep-dish pizza, which dates back to 1943 and is reportedly invented at Pizzeria Uno with exact author to be uncertain. Make sure the “dish” is 3.1 cm deep and filled with luscious cheese and spicy pepperoni. Savor the taste while listening to captivating facts from the city’s life and history.
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River North
30 min
Be introduced to another favorite of any Chicagoan, which is Italian beef sandwich. The iconic meal awaits you with mouth-watering smell and tasty appearance. Only a glance at that French roll filled with a great amount of sliced roast beef sirloin will evoke an inexplicable desire to have it all. Fall in love with local cuisine and feel the Italian flavor as the Italian immigrants have influenced the Chicago culinary scene the most. Receive some tips on where to eat next from your local guide, who knows all the hidden toothsome gems of the city.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- *We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Classic Chicago Food Lovers Tour in River North
Can I cancel Classic Chicago Food Lovers Tour in River North for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
Meet your guide at the Chicago Theater (underneath the marquee)
What's included?
- Learn about the culinary history of Chicago and the culture of the River North neighborhood
- Classic Italian beef
- Chicago’s most famous foods
- Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
- Iconic places for photoshoot
- Chicago-style hot dog
- Friendly local guide
- The famousChicago deep dish pizza
What's not included?
- Extra food and drinks
- Gratuities
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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