Chicago: Gangsters and Food Tasting Walking Tour

4.7/5 (45 reviews) Chicago from Empire Tours - Chicago
  • Max Travelers15 people
  • CategoryBest Conversion, Culinary Tours

Overview

Taste some of Chicago’s most iconic foods while walking through one of the Prohibition Era’s most fashionable and notorious neighborhoods. Learn about Chicago’s world-famous cuisine and the gangsters who ate it all in one special unique tour!

Sample Chicago’s deep dish – as well as prime steak and the world famous “Chicago hot dog” all while treading the streets of Capone’s closest friends and dreaded enemies.

Highlights include a visit to an old tunnel used by prohibition gangsters in the basement of one of the establishments; a mansion once used as a brothel for gangsters; the Cathedral where gangsters were gunned down by Capone’s men; and a restaurant owned by the man who brought down what was left of the Chicago mafia in the early 2000’s.

Gluten-free/vegan/vegetarian options are available (please reach out prior to the tour to inform us of any dietary requirements.)

What's included

  • Expert tour guide

  • Meals

What's Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  • Step into the historic Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse on West Kinzie Streetu2014a building famously tied to notorious mob boss Frank Nitti. Savor a delicious, perfectly prepared steak tasting while your guide shares captivating tales of Chicago's rich culinary and gangster history.nnMeat options can be made gluten-free

  • Stop at the famous Pizzeria Due on North Wabash Avenue for the ultimate Chicago experience: authentic deep-dish pizza! Savor a mouth-watering slice of this iconic, thick-crusted masterpiece while your guide shares captivating stories of the city's rich culinary and mobster history.nnGluten-free option available. Please note: It is cooked in a shared oven with non-GF ingredients

  • Stop at Mister J's on North State Street for an authentic, fully loaded Chicago-style hot dog. Savor this quintessential local bite while your guide shares thrilling stories of the city's notorious gangster history.nnGluten-free? We've got you covered, just ask for your hot dog served bunless!

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Gluten-free/vegan/vegetarian options are available (please reach out prior to the tour to inform us of any dietary requirements.)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

Reviews

4.7/5 45 reviews
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