Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour
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3 hours
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Chicago's Chinatown: Few neighborhoods in America combine such delicious cuisine with fascinating history. Join Bobby’s Bike Hike & Food Tours, whose food tours have ranked Top 10 in America by USA Today & Top 20 in the world by Tripadvisor, for a day of interesting stories and scrumptious eats on this delicious Food Tour in Chinatown. This 3-hour Walking and Chintown Food Tour, you’ll see the bustling Chinatown Square, then get to sampling some of the richest cuisine around; including Cantonese dim sum, Portuguese-Chinese bakery treats, Szechuan style, and even Xi'an cuisine, all while learning about the history of how these foods & culture arrived in Chicago. This is a totally unique culinary tour experience, and not to be missed! Upon arrival to the tour, you can add a VIP Drink option for alcoholic and ethnic drink pairings! Chinatown can be challenging to navigate on your own, so let our expert local guides show you the way & discover 5 of our all-time favorite dishes.
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
Tour Operator can accommodate vegetarians or those who don’t eat beef or pork but can’t cater for vegan (limited options) or gluten-free (extremely limited options) diets.
VIP Adult Beverage upgrade (3 samples) available upon arrival (Ages 21+)
TripAdvisor rated this tour its highest-level Traveler’s Choice Award each year since 2002.
Our groups have exclusive VIP access to locations we visit.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Savor one of the most iconic stops on our Chinatown Food Tour with a visit to the legendary Phoenix Restaurant, a pillar of Chicago Chinatown dining. This flavorful highlight of our Chicago Food Tour features handmade dumplings—steamed, juicy, delicate, and crafted with generations of culinary tradition. It’s one of the tastiest moments on our Food Tour in Chinatown, and a must for anyone searching for delicious Things to Do in Chinatown. Bite into the soft dough, rich fillings, and authentic flavors that make Phoenix a local favorite, and discover why this beloved restaurant remains a cornerstone of Chinatown’s food culture. Perfect for food lovers eager to explore the best of Chicago’s dumpling scene.
Get ready for one of the most mouthwatering stops on our Chinatown Food Tour: the beloved Yummy Yummy Noodles, a true gem in Chicago Chinatown. Food lovers rave about this spot for its hand-pulled noodles, simmered broths, and bold regional flavors that capture the heart of authentic Chinese comfort food. As part of our top-rated Chicago Food Tour, you’ll sample a signature noodle dish bursting with fresh herbs, tender meats, and the kind of depth that only comes from generations of tradition. This flavorful tasting is a highlight of our Food Tour in Chinatown, perfect for anyone craving rich, slurp-worthy goodness and looking for unforgettable Things to Do in Chinatown. Whether you love spicy heat, silky noodles, or aromatic broths, Yummy Yummy Noodles delivers a craveable experience that makes the tour worth booking on its own.
What‘s Included
See vibrant murals, ornate architecture, & rich cultural landmarks on our Chicago Chintown Food Tour
Steamed Cantonese dim sum offers tender dumplings, warm buns, and rich savory fillings.
Receive insider tips on must-see attractions, activities, and culinary delights for your stay
Led by an English-speaking local guide who shares bold flavors, culture, & Chinatown Food Tour info.
Our Chinatown Food Tour serves dumplings, noodles, regional dishes, bakery treats, and more—five tastings that add up to a full, delicious meal.
Xi’an Regional cuisine: Cumin lamb flatbread layers tender spiced lamb inside warm, crispy bread.
Enjoy Szechuan cuisine: crispy meats, bold chilies, garlic, and that addictive numbing spice.
Crisp, flaky Portuguese egg tarts with creamy custard and lightly caramelized tops.
$10-15 per person (or more) suggested guide gratuity. (via Cash, Venmo and PayPal)
Upgrade to VIP and enjoy 3-curated drink samples that perfectly complement your Chinatown Food Tour tastings. VIP upgrade available at tour checkin for $19.99/person
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Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Full Lunch or Dinner portions
Reviews
600 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing please go to this tour
TriciaK L,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Chicago is a beautiful city and it’s with filled with so much rich history and I would recommend going to this tour.
Awesome Chinatown tour with Greg!
655melindan,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Chinatown walking food tour today and it was excellent! Our tour guide Greg was stupendous! And highly engaging, knowledgeable and personable. Each stop on the tour offered a different taste and every one was so delicious. If you’re thinking about booking, don’t wait and book now. You won’t regret it! Will definitely recommend this tour to friends when visiting Chicago!
Spectacular ... A MUST experience for the family!
jeffvT1372GT,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We toured with our family of 6. Experience was spectacular! Greg (food guide) was fantastic; knowledgable, accommodating, entertaining...A MUST experience for any family looking to broaden their pallets and minds!
Great tour experience...
Justin B,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour experience with AJ! Learned amazing history about the neighborhood and ate some soulful Chinese food.
A must do if you like Chinese food
Kara C,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing! From our tour guide AJ to the food at each stop this was worth every penny. Absolutely a must do for anyone visiting Chicago!
Our guide did a great job...
Tracy E,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide did a great job and provided a good mix of cultural information, history and descriptions of the food. Everything was delicious and opened us up to a new part of town!
Joe is Elite!! Check out weiner circle :)
MINION M,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joe was a great guide who deserves good things in life! He was informative, fun and friendly. Even put us on weiner circle
Mickey you so fine
John V,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful experience we had with our guide Mickey. Knowledgeable, charismatic and super funny. The food was an added plus. We got to enjoy all the foods of China town which we would never try by ourselves. Thank you so much again.
Book this!
Clark S,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was fantastic! Our guide, Greg was fun, knowledgeable and informative. My husband and I loved everything about this tour and learning about China town. The food was fantastic!
Excellent, even with peanut allergy alternatives
Ashley B,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Have a light lunch before you take this tour as each restaurant serves each person a full order so by the end you will have had an entire 5 course meal that you would have probably split with someone else. The food was absolutely amazing and our guide, Joe, was wonderful job making sure I had some alternative food options because I have a peanut allergy.
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