| Rating |
Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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Great tour!
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| Wed, Jul 23 11:00 AM |
osugal |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and Emily, our guide, was excellent. Our favorite was the Chicago Oil store. I would recommend adding a wine tasting or local brewery on the tour. |
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I Had A Great Time
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| Wed, Jul 23 11:00 AM |
MistySierra |
Female |
Unspecified |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| I really had a great time. We did a lot of walking but it wasn't too much and the pace was good. I didn't feel rushed and had plenty of time to look at sights and look around the stores.
The only minor thing that was a little bit of an issue is that I was planning on the tour only being from 11 - 2 and we ran 30 minutes past 2. I had another engagement at 3, and was worried that I wouldn't make it. That said, I wouldn't change anything about the tour it was definitely worth it. Next time I will plan on a bigger gap of time between activities. |
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3 hours worth doing
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| Tue, Jul 22 11:30 AM |
cthaler |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| This is an excellent way to see Lincoln Park and what it has to offer. You will need to walk, so wear comfortable shoes. Our tour guide was great. Would have liked to have been able to buy products on the tour, only draw back. 3 hours worth doing if you want to see Chicago by foot. |
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GREAT TOUR!
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| Tue, Jul 22 11:00 AM |
rascreen |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| Highly recommend - the spice shop and oil shop were great. Nikki was a very enthusiastic and informative guide. |
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Fantastic Tour that I would Recommend
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| Tue, Jul 22 11:00 AM |
rghigg |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| As a group of 5 friends from different parts of the country, we decided to take this food tour to see the real cultural part of Chicago. The tastings were wonderful on all aspects from the Chicago stuffed pizza to the tasting of the oils and spices. Of course, the chocolate tasting was a great ending to the tour. You could tell that each store owner was very knowledgeable of their craft. Our guide was very informative and just a fun person to lead the group. The set-up of the tour was just at the right pace; when to let us rest, when to give us food & drink, and when to take the restroom break. Greatly recommend this tour. Also recommend to take the tour at the beginning of your stay in Chicago - that way you can visit the individual places later in your stay! |
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A Must Do Activity In Chicago!!!
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| Mon, Jul 21 11:00 AM |
mreggbert |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| The "Chicago Food Planet Tour" is a MUST for anyone interested in getting to know the city of Chicago, visiting or living there. Our tour guide was Kent and he was FANTASTIC!
Not only do you get to sample plenty of specialty foods from one of a kind establishments, but you are also shown quite a few architectural buildings. Kent seemed very well versed on everything. I always try to travel through the back door and take the unbeaten path. This tour fit the bill. NO ONE will be disappointed as there is something for everyone. Don't miss out on one Chicago's best kept secrets, at least for now. |
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Entertaining & Informative
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| Mon, Jul 21 11:00 AM |
lkeeton |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| My daughter and I really enjoyed the tour as a part of our stay in Chicago. We enjoyed seeing the different neighborhoods as we probably would not have ventured off to them by ourselves. Kent, our guide, was very entertaining and provided a lot of historical and fun facts about each location. The food was great too - especially the pizza and chocolate. |
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Highly Recommended!
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| Mon, Jul 21 11:00 AM |
pbaron |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Other |
| This tour had it all. The group's guide was personable and knowledgable, the tastings varied and delicious (how can you go wrong with toffee, chocolate, and pizza!), and the neighborhoods' histories and architecture interesting. Be prepared though for a bit of a walk (20 to 25 minutes) before reaching last three tastings. Along the way, however, several stops highlighted interesting Chicago historical facts and buildings. Would highly recommend this whether an out-of-towner or Chicago native like my daughter who, though familiar with the neighborhoods, still learned a lot and discovered shops she'll definitely try again. |
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Great fun and learning experience!
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| Mon, Jul 21 11:00 AM |
sherry47 |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| Put on your walking shoes. Wish we could have done a little shopping while at the stores verses walking back after the tour to make our purchases. Would recommend you go on this tour if you'll be in town for more than one day. Amtrak can be late and put you behind schedule and in turn you'll miss part of the tour. Also, staying in Chicago or being able to make your purchases durning the tour would allow you to rest after the tour and enjoy one of the local cafes or hit another part of the city before dinner. |
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interesting for locals
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| Sun, Jul 20 12:30 PM |
jfullmer |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| growing up in the chicago area, we tend not to take advantage of all the great city has to offer. this tour was an excellent way to renew a love for the city and its culture. on foot was great, taking in the view and the taste of the neighborhood. it was like a stroll in the neighborhood! |
