This tour includes five unforgettable stops where you’ll experience the real-life restaurants that inspired The Bear, paired with insider stories and local flavors. Stops on the day typically include the following:

Mr. Beef on Orleans
Step into the sandwich shop that inspired Carmy's "Original Beef" and taste the Italian beef sandwich that sparked the show’s origin. Juicy, dipped, and loaded with character—this stop is the heart of the tour.

Avec
A sleek, chef-driven hotspot known for Mediterranean small plates and warm hospitality. Here, you’ll taste what inspired Sydney’s fine-dining ambitions and get a glimpse of Chicago’s elevated culinary scene.

Publican Quality Meats
This butcher-shop-meets-café is a West Loop gem, offering a rotating menu of charcuterie, artisanal sandwiches, and bold flavors. You’ll learn how Chicago’s meatpacking history still shapes its cuisine today.

Kasama
The world’s first Michelin-starred Filipino restaurant, and a real-life representation of The Bear’s artistic food spirit. This optional stop showcases innovation, resilience, and community—key themes of the show.

Margie’s Candies
A legendary Chicago dessert shop dating back over 90 years. Enjoy a signature hot fudge sundae in the same vintage booths that have served locals and celebrities alike. It’s a nostalgic, sweet finish to your day.

Chicago’s Culinary Districts
As you ride between stops through Logan Square, River North, and West Loop, take in the sights that shaped Chicago’s identity—neighborhoods brimming with grit, creativity, and flavor. Your guide connects each stop to the show’s narrative, revealing how real-life Chicago influenced every scene.

Our Guides

Led by fun and knowledgeable local foodies, each guide brings passion, personality, and firsthand stories that bring both The Bear and the city’s food culture to life. Expect engaging anecdotes, insider connections, and lots of laughs along the way.