Chicago’s Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

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.

Itinerary

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.

Not Included

• $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

Additional Information

• 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.

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Important Information

If you have dietary restrictions, please contact local operator by reaching out via email to [email protected] after booking to confirm they can accommodate.
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled tour time
$10 per person (or more) suggested guide gratuity. (via Cash, Venmo and PayPal)
Wear comfortable clothing/shoes
Please use the Restroom before your arrival.
Bring a water bottle
Tours run rain or shine

Age Policy

Infant: 0–3 years · Youth: 4–11 years · Adult: 12–99 years