Chicago Loop Food Tour: Taste the Most Iconic Local Eats
Overview
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2 hours
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Join a local guide for the ultimate foodie adventure in Chicago’s historic Loop, tasting classics like deep‑dish pizza and Chicago‑style hot dogs while discovering insider stories behind the city’s rich food culture.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Chicago Theatre
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.
What‘s Included
Explore the historic Loop District, one of the city’s top dining and cultural hubs
Receive insider tips on the best places to eat, drink, and explore during your stay
Enjoy tastings of Chicago’s most iconic foods at three popular local spots
Sample a Chicago‑style hot dog, a slice of deep‑dish pizza, and a classic Italian beef sandwich
Be guided by a friendly, English‑speaking local expert
Gratuity
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Options
Small Group Tour
Private Tour
Reviews
112 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A first glimpse of Chicago
Coastal12406271133,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We 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!
mrichchappell,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our 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
michaelpA1231UV,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The 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!
Chicago Dash
johnhK475BN,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Dash was great. Very knowledgeable about Chicago and its food history. The food choices were great, all fun spots.
Great knowledge and very personable!
Linda Paulk B,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dash 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!
A walk with food and history well spent
111doreenf,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dash 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.
Fun and delicious!!
nickih645,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rich 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!!
Mediocre tour
Jennifer B,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00First, 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.
Food was good, tour was insightful
785connort,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Kevin, was amazing. He was very informative and sociable, would definitely do this tour again! The food spots were really amazing!
Highly recommended
832tessn,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dash 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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