Chicago Food Tour of Lincoln Square: West meets East

Chicago, Illinois

Chicago Food Tour of Lincoln Square: West meets East

Chicago, Illinois

Duration: 3 hours

Overview

Discover the charm of Lincoln Square, Chicago's most European neighborhood, where Old World flavors mingle with newer tastes from Central and East Asia, creating a delightful culinary fusion. Immerse yourself in the diverse and inviting culinary landscape of this vibrant locale.

🏡 Explore Lincoln Square, Chicago's most European neighborhood

🌐 Delight in a fusion of Old World flavors and newer tastes from Central and East Asia

🍽️ Immerse in a diverse culinary landscape with a generous tasting menu

🌍 Experience a mix of authentic family-run businesses, offering hearty dumplings, sausages, and delightful light bites

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Seasonal,
June - November:
Saturdays

Full description

Tour Highlights:

Experience the open-air charm of sidewalk cafés and a bustling public square
Indulge in a unique Thai culinary explosion not commonly found in most Thai restaurants
Savor the best in German and Polish sausage traditions at a beloved neighborhood market
Explore new flavors emerging from the post-Communist Bloc
Stroll through the streets where Little Germany, New Greektown, and Koreatown converge

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome
Physical limitations: Participants need to be able to walk about 1.5 miles on the tour.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: Children are welcome on the tour, however, please keep in mind that there is a lot of standing involved and children may not be as interested in historical facts. The tasting samples are designed to give participants an authentic taste of the cuisine, ranging from basic to somewhat exotic. There will be no substitutions available for children’s tastes. If your child has a true interest in cuisine and history, by all means, please bring them along. Note that the ticket price remains the same if the child will be taking part in tastings. Infants and children in strollers are welcome at no charge.
Individuals with disabilities: All locations on the tour are wheelchair accessible.
Dietary restrictions: The tour provider will do their best to accommodate special diets, but unfortunately they are not able to accommodate Vegan preferences. If you have a dietary restriction or allergy, please make a note at the time of booking.
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 3 hours
What’s included:
- Expert tour guide who will share the history of the neighborhood and background of many iconic locations
- Tasting menu including foods from Germany, Greece, Serbia, Thailand and more!
Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times as well as up to 12 total participants.
Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a ticket.
Photo/ video: Photos are encouraged!

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the experience will be running.
Arrival: Plan to arrive 10 minutes in advance
Parking: There is parking available at the tour's starting location.
What to wear: Comfortable clothing and shoes appropriate for the weather.
What to bring:
- Your ID, a water bottle, and a jacket for unexpected weather
- An umbrella for those rainy days (tour provider will also provide ponchos)
- Gratuity for your guide is greatly appreciated if you enjoy the tour. The suggested amount is $10-$15 per person.
Restrooms: There will be restroom stops along the tour.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.