The Tastiest Chicago Foods and Where to Find Them

Chicago Food Tour

The Tastiest Chicago Foods and Where to Find Them

A rich culinary history is routed deep into Chicago's roots. You'll find a myriad of flavors, excellent street fare, and unique dishes invented right here in the Windy City. From sweet treats to world-famous chicken pot pie, we're hitting all of Chi Town's best. 

Gene & Jude's $

Did you know Chicago has a signature hot dog? It's a Vienna Beef frankfurter topped with yellow mustard, white onions, sweet relish, tomato slices, a dill pickle spear, sport peppers, a dash of celery salt all in a poppy seed bun. 

Rumor has it that Gene & Jude's do the Chicago-style hot dogs best and always sans ketchup - it's banned at their restaurant!. They've been crowned with the title of 'America's #1 Hot Dog.' 

 Palmer House $

Try the world's first brownie recipe! Brownies were created in 1893 for the Chicago World's Fair at Palmer House. The classic ooey gooey chewy Bertha's Famous Brownie. 

Walnut Room $$

The world-famous Walnut Room is the first restaurant to ever open inside a department store. It's still located inside of Macy's on State Street. While you're there, be sure to try the classic Mrs. Hering's Chicken Pot Pie. The flakey, warm, comfort dish packed with flavor has been on the menu since 1890. 

Sweet Mandy B's $$

This welcoming bakeshop bakes some of Chi-Town's best old-fashioned treats from homemade brownies, cakes, cupcakes & pies, cookies, and even small breakfast bites. Their seasonal cupcakes are long time favorites for the locals, and they can create a custom cake for large and small events. 

Alinea $$$$

If you want to splurge, Elite Traveler named has named Alinea the best restaurant in the world for 5 years in a row. They serve a multi-sensory 16-18 course menu along with a choice of wine or non-alcoholic beverages.