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    Taste Global Street Food on a Guided Uptown Chicago Tour

    Eat your way through Uptown’s immigrant neighborhoods in 2.5 hours

    5.0 stars• 148 reviews
    From$84/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2.5 Hours

    Includes

    6 dishes, Guided walking tour

    Highlights

    Explore Chicago’s Uptown on foot as you sample global street foods and learn how generations of immigrants shaped the neighborhood. Walk about 1 mile while taking in Argyle Street, murals, and Uptown Square’s historic nightlife architecture.

    • Taste 6 dishes from family-owned restaurants
    • Choose an Omnivore or Vegetarian menu
    • Explore Argyle Street, the city’s Southeast Asian market district
    • See Gilded Age architecture in Uptown Square
    • Learn about the area’s history from Big Band to Jazz to Rock and Roll
    • Spot murals and street art along the route

    What's Included

    • 6 food tastings

    Things to know

    Dietary needs can be shared at booking, but alternatives may not be available at every stop.

    Cancellation Policy

    Reservations are non-refundable. Notify at least 24 hours prior to reschedule; no refunds or rescheduling within 4 hours of event start time.

    FAQs

    Share your dietary needs when you book. The tour tries to accommodate special diets, but an alternative may not be available at every stop; you may receive a larger portion at another stop instead.

    Notify the tour at least 24 hours before your tour date and they will make every effort to reschedule you for a more convenient date or issue a gift voucher for future use. Requests to reschedule within 24 hours are subject to a rebooking fee of $20 per ticketed guest, and no refunds or rescheduling are issued within 4 hours of the start time.

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    Omnivore

    $84.80

    Standard Menu

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    Vegetarian

    $84.80

    Meatless (Not Vegan)

    0

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    148 reviews•Google Maps

    Phyllis has clearly mastered the art of bringing Chicago's diverse neighborhoods to life through food. Reviewers consistently praise her deep knowledge of local history, culture, and migration patterns, which she weaves seamlessly into every stop. The tours explore areas like Uptown, Andersonville, and Lincoln Square, featuring everything from Vietnamese and Middle Eastern to Swedish cuisine. What stands out is how well-organized everything is—dishes are pre-arranged and waiting at each restaurant, keeping the pace smooth and enjoyable. The food itself gets rave reviews across the board, with many travelers saying they planned to return to the featured restaurants on their own. Phyllis seems to have a genuine connection with the neighborhood spots and their owners, sharing personal stories that make each tasting more meaningful. Multiple people called this a highlight of their Chicago trip, and even a fellow food tour operator ranked it among their top three experiences. Her warm, engaging personality helps create easy conversation and makes the whole experience feel less like a scripted tour and more like exploring with a knowledgeable local friend.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We did the Global Foods of Uptown tour. It was an amazing tour. Great food and interesting history. Phyllis is a fun guide who is passionate about the food and cultures. We totally plan to do more tours and go back and explore the neighborhood.

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    Rachel Cobb

    November 30, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We did the Global Foods of Uptown tour. It was an amazing tour. Great food and interesting history. Phyllis is a fun guide who is passionate about the food and cultures. We totally plan to do more tours and go back and explore the neighborhood.

    Photo of Rachel Cobb

    Rachel Cobb

    November 30, 2025

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