Chicago: Gangsters and Food Tasting Walking Tour

4.5
(2 reviews)
Chicago, USA

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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 two types of pizza - Chicago’s deep dish and historic tavern-style – 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 a 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.

What's Included

Expert tour guide
Meals
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your guide outside "Hoyt's Tavern" 15 minutes before the start time: 71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA.

End point

Mister J's Hotdogs is where the tour will end

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse

    Step into the historic Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse on West Kinzie Street—a 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.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    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.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    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.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
Supplied by Empire Tours - Chicago

Tags

Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Culinary Tours
Dessert Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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