Food Tours in Chicago
Best food tours in Chicago for your next culinary journey
Whether you are a seasoned local or visiting the Windy City for the first time, you’ll find something new to discover with food tours in Chicago. These guided culinary tours will lead you on an exploration of area farmers markets, popular restaurants, upscale gourmet eateries, hole-in-the-wall joints and more. With guided food and drink tours in Chicago, you’ll discover hidden gems, local hotspots and famed eateries churning out the best bites in the city. Food tours in the Windy City will blow you away with an incredible selection of creative cuisine. Wander through Chicago’s vibrant cross-cultural dining scene, led by knowledgeable guides who keep their finger firmly on the city’s culinary pulse. Find new flavors in Wicker Park, settle in for a snack in Logan Square and see what the West Loop has in store. These tours provide adventures of tastes and textures that only a metropolis this diverse and expansive can offer. Make sure you come hungry…the journey of a thousand meals in Chicago begins with a single bite! Book a foodie tour in Chicago today!
Weekend Food Tour
Essential Chicago Eats
$79
Weekend Food Tour
$79
Journey through historic Chicago on this weekend food tour, enjoying the best bites along the way. On this Secret Food Tour: Chicago, you'll enjoy a variety of foods with culinary influences from the people who built this city.
You'll experience all the city's biggest food hits, many dishes with roots dating back...
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Guide Shawn or Local Guide
Chicago (Chicago Loop)
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Discover Historic Chicago
$79
Food Tour
$79
Travel through the historic city and indulge in delicious, iconic meals. On this Secret Food Tour: Chicago, you'll enjoy a variety of foods with culinary influences from the people who built this city.
You'll experience all the city's biggest food hits, many dishes with roots dating back over 150 years. This moving...
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Guide Shawn or Local Guide
Chicago (Chicago Loop)
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The Speakeasies of Chicago
$239
Food Tour
$239
Find secret spots around the city for grabbing delicious drinks with your partners in crime. Let Guide Shawn and their stellar team show you the speakeasies that haunt Chicago in a guided food tour through the Windy City. You'll learn just how deep this historic town's love of mystery and great cocktails...
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Guide Shawn or Local Guide
Chicago (River North)
River North Bites and Sights
$59
Food Tour
$59
Get ready to explore the River North neighborhood — Chicago's original foodie destination — like a local. On this food tour led by Guide David, you will have the opportunity to experience Chicago's River North neighborhood and sample some of the world-famous and locally loved Chicago dishes.
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Guide David or Local Guide
Chicago
Private Food Tour
The Best Food in Chicago
$115
Private Food Tour
$115
On this guided private group food tour, you'll sink your teeth into iconic Chicago dishes. On this Secret Food Tour: Chicago, you'll enjoy a variety of foods with culinary influences from the people who built this city.
You'll experience all the city's biggest food hits, many dishes with roots dating back over 150...
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Guide Shawn or Local Guide
Chicago (Chicago Loop)
Discover Chicago's Greatest Hits
$99
Food Tour
$99
From architecture to food, get ready to experience Chicago's most iconic landmarks and fare. On this food tour led by Guide David or Local Guide, you will have to opportunity to taste and see Chicago like a local as you dive into some of the most picturesque and palate-pleasing experiences the city has to offer....
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Guide David or Local Guide
Chicago
WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Food Tours in Chicago
07/15/2019
Expect a fantastic (and delicious) time with Guide Lauren in Chicago. Exploring Wicker Park's landmarks and stopping at local eateries to try tacos, freshly brewed coffee, a classic Chicago hot dog and more was amazing. I love this city!
10/27/2024
Sue Gould was a great guide! She was knowledgeable, genuine and energetic. The attention to the little details and suggestions throughout the tour pointed to an experienced guide. (I tipped her after the tour)
07/29/2019
David is a great food tour guide. He's funny, friendly, and knows his Chicago history — especially in relation to food! His passion for the 'most Chicago' foods makes you excited to eat at all the places along the tour. All the restaurants had great food and atmosphere to admire. That true Chicago food is surely indulgent but all the walking and the right portions makes up for it. Going on David's tour is highly recommended!
FAQS ABOUT FOOD TOURS in Chicago
How do food tours in Chicago work?
If you’re hoping to get a taste of the Windy City's culinary scene, Chicago food tours couldn’t be easier to book. Simply find a tour that interests you, pick a date and time, and set your number of guests. When the time comes, you’ll meet your guide at a designated location, be that in Pilsen, Logan Square or West Loop, before embarking on an indulgent adventure.
Tours usually take between two and three hours. While individual experiences vary, most cover between four and six stops. What’s more, your guide will usually pre-order the menu items at each, meaning you can spend your time savoring the gourmet goods that await your arrival instead of waiting in line to order.
Do food tours accommodate vegetarians or other dietary needs?
When you take Chicago eating tours, you’ll find that most stops offer alternative menu items to suit specific dietary requirements. However, it’s worth noting that this is not guaranteed and that it depends on the specific experience you’ve booked. To see the menu items involved on your tour, simply view the ""tastings"" tab on the experience's web page.
Of course, you are always welcome to skip certain courses that don’t align with your preferences or requirements. When in doubt, simply contact our Concierge team. They’ll be delighted to discuss your needs and help make arrangements with your guide that perfectly please your palate.
Are food tours family-friendly?
Culinary tours in Chicago can provide an exciting experience for every member of your family, including children. However, before you book, it’s worth bearing in mind that most experiences are not specifically designed for younger participants. Most Chicago food tours involve quite a lot of walking, and while the menus change from experience to experience, most are geared towards adult palates.
If you’re unsure whether your family would enjoy a food tour, why not get in touch? Our Concierge team is always happy to help provide more information and ensure a delicious and enjoyable experience for all involved.
How much do food tours cost?
The best food tours in Chicago typically cost between $59 and over $100 per person, however, this is just a guide. The actual price can vary based on a few factors. The number of people in your party is one, since experience prices are tiered based on group size. The specific tour you choose to book will also have an effect on the cost, as will seasonality, with key dates like Valentine’s Day and Labor Day generally seeing higher demand and therefore fetching higher prices.
You can get a rough idea of cost by viewing the starting per-person price on your chosen tour’s web page. Or, for more in-depth assistance, why not reach out to our Concierge team?
Is there enough to eat on the tour?
If you’re contemplating grabbing a quick snack ahead of your tour, don’t! When you book foodie tours in Chicago, we wholeheartedly recommend bringing an appetite. Don’t forget, each tour covers between four and six stops, each with its own decadent foodie delights just waiting for you to sample.
Whether it’s a slice (or two) of deep-dish pizza, a classic Windy City hot dog or a sandwich brimming with Italian beef, when you take culinary tours in Chicago, you’re unlikely to go hungry for long.
What happens if there’s bad weather?
If you’ve booked a food tour during your stay in Chicago but are now gazing with consternation at the clouds currently showing on your weather app, don’t worry. You can expect most experiences to take place on the scheduled date come rain or shine.
Of course, you might need to cancel for other reasons. We get it — life has a happy habit of getting in the way sometimes! If you do, it’s worth checking the cancellation policy on your specific experience’s web page. Just bear in mind that if you’ve booked an event that’s due to take place in less than 48 hours, the cost is non-refundable.
How much do you tip the food tour guide?
First off, when you book a food tour, you are under no obligation whatsoever to tip. Having said that, we understand if you’d still like to — it’s a wonderful way to thank your guide for an unforgettable experience and one for which they’re sure to be incredibly grateful.
If you would like to tip, the amount is entirely up to you. If you’re unsure, we usually suggest between 10% and 25% of the total experience cost.
Are food tours worth it?
Food tours offer the chance to have a blast while exploring the Windy City’s best foodie spots. They’re great for bonding with friends, family and colleagues, and can be enjoyed by everybody, including the kids. They’re also suitable for a multitude of occasions, from birthdays and anniversaries to food-forward team building events.
What’s more, each tour covers multiple stops and provides plenty of time to savor the city’s most delicious foods, offering fascinating insights along the way into the cultures and traditions that have shaped the city’s dining scene. So, yes — if you’re hoping to make life-long memories with like-minded culinarians over the shared joy of great food, food tours in Chicago are most definitely worth it.
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