This was a great choice for a pizza tour for several reasons. First, the guide (James) was excellent: very knowledgeable, welcoming, and funny (very funny). Secondly we learned a LOT about the history of pizza in this city. Thirdly the pizza restaurants were great (they rotate among 30+). Lastly, good variation on the crusts, cheese, and toppings. Highly recommended' read more

Jamie Martin did a great job building a sense of community among a dozen strangers while we ate ourselves silly at four distinctly different Chicago pizzerias over the course of an afternoon. He was knowledgeable not only of the restaurants and pies we tried, but of notable spots and styles across the country, with a focus on connecting to where each member of this band of tourists originated. At the last minute, I'd tried to book the bus tour but nothing was available during our visit, so I grabbed the walking tour. I'm glad I did, not only because of Jamie and our congenial group, but because even few blocks walking between venues made me feel less guilty and more ready to sample the next pizza. After the fourth stop, though, all I could imagine was dragging the short distance back to our apartment for a cheese-and-carb-induced nap. read more

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Just incredible! We had a group of 20 (ranging in ages from 8-80) in town over mother's day weekend and I didn't see a tour available. I contacted the company just to check to be sure, and Jon was so kind to reach out to his tour guide James who graciously agreed to opend up a tour for us. You can tell the passion these guys share not just for pizza but for the city of Chicago. James was hysterical and interacted and connected with each one of us. Thank you for an amazing experience and wonderful Chicago hospitality! read more

Our tour guide James was amazing! We went on my birthday and the tour was fabulous! I am not a fan of deep dish but left there loving the slice from Bartoli's in the Industrial district! It had a nice crust and hearty flavor! Favorite tavern style pizza hands down was at Flo and Santos! Love their Polish pizza and vodka! I recommend not eating before this tour because you will miss out on all the deliciousness of this experience! The history and experience of this was a lasting impression on us and made my birthday a memorable experience! Thank you to our tour guide for the memories we will be back again! read more

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pizza selection was fabulous, but tour guide James was worth the price of admission. I would have gone on a three hour bus ride with no pizza, just to listen to him. the Pizza was an added benefit. read more

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The Chicago pizza tour is one of the funnest things to do here AND you learn so much Chicago history, while stuffing your face! This is great for visitors or those who have newly moved to the area, of course, but it's even more enjoyable for those who live here because it really shows you how much there is to discover. They rotate through 26 different pizza establishments, so there is a variety offered. You get to stop at four different restaurants and try different pizzas from each one. By the time you get to the fourth and final stop, you are STUFFED! The four places that we tried were: @pizanospizzachi @floandsantos @coalfirechicago @bartolispizza I had only been to one of the places that we went to, so it was a real treat to get to try the three other spots; they were ALL GOOD! The tour is engaging, fun and you get to meet people from all over the US and world. These tickets are worth every penny, especially because you get to take home pizza that you may not have finished! Grab a ticket and go! read more

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Fun and informative way to learn and taste the pizzas of Chicago. The guides are entertaining and make it fun time enjoy the taste of all kinds of pizza. I love that they support locally run places. read more

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My son and I did this tour and we loved it; I'm glad I did it. Guide named Jamie was excellent. A very interesting speaker, telling the history of each local, each type of pizza and of the city as a whole. We went to four pizza places. The pizza was great. Coal Fired PIzza was a great place, as was Flo & Santos. We met some nice people on this tour. Plan to take a nap when you're done the tour. Thanks Jamie. read more

Great pizza and great Chicago pizza history. They do an amazing job of curating a mix of local pizza joints and different pizza styles. read more

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What a surprising and new adventure for this trip to Chicago. Our trip started at 11am, a little early, but it's Pizza. This four stop tour was way better than Gilligan's three hour tour, but with just as many stories and antics. Each pizza joint was different in some way, but each offered something unique. The sauerkraut and kielbasa slice from Flo & Santos was amazing. Coupled with a Polish Pilsner, probably my favorite of the day. I didn't know I needed sauerkraut on pizza, but now it's all I will think about. Our guide was full of great stories about Pizza as well as neighborhoods and Chicago history. The lore of the deep dish demystified, but no spoilers here. This trip was well worth the money and time. So add this trip to your Architectural boat tour and learn about a Chicago favorite food and its history. Highly recommend for something just a little different., read more

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Chicago Pizza Tours was amazing and exceeded our expectations! We had a group of 16 women celebrating meeting 50 years ago when we pledged our sorority. Jon was so easy to work with - always prompt in his responses to my questions and shared great suggestions. We did a walking tour and the pizzerias we visited were all delicious. If you are looking for a fun adventure in Chicago this should be at the top of your list! read more

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I love food tours so much. Especially when you get a good one like this, where you not only get to explore multiple restaurants but also learn the history of food and the city. Also, the tour uses a school bus to drive you between places, meaning you get to see parts of the city you normally wouldn't as a tourist. Our tour guide, James, was fantastic and very knowledgeable about both pizza and Chicago (and he's funny!). They were able to accommodate vegetarian which was great. We stopped at four places, although I don't think it's always the same four places for the tour, as they have relationships with quite a few pizza places. We stopped at Pizano's, Flo and Santos, Coalfire, and Bartoli's. Pizano's had an amazing deep dish pizza because it was basically a "light" version of deep dish. Cheese, sauce, basil, and a perfect crust. Flo and Santo's was adorable and had Polish influence, and I definitely want to come back for the pierogis. Coalfire was my favorite and had fun specialty pizzas (and lots of veggie options!). They're also from MA (like me!). Their funghi pizza was probably my favorite of the whole tour. Bartoli's was a classic deep dish pizza and by the time we got here, I couldn't take more than a bite. Come hungry to this tour! You will get SO much pizza. Like maybe too much pizza, but in a good way. I had about 6 slices and could've had more because there were plenty of leftovers. Be ready to eat! read more

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We did the bus tour on a Saturday afternoon. This was such an AMAZING way to spend our day! We got to sample Pizano's, Flo & Santo's, Coalfire and Bartoli's - deep dish, thin crust, coal-fired, dessert pizza, cheese and sausage, but also unique toppings too like polish sausage, vodka sauce, ricotta and hot honey. Our tour guide, James, was really informative but also funny and super personable. Highly highly recommend this to anyone from tourists to locals! read more

I recently experienced the Chicago Pizza Tour through work and it was a great time! We had a group of about 15 people and everyone seemed to really enjoy our three hours with our great tour guide John! Half of the group was visiting from out of town and they really enjoyed trying the different styles of pizza that were available during the tour, as did the locals. We made three stops throughout, the first one was Labriola for burrata and basil deep dish, and I have to say that one was probably my favorite of the night. It was so delicious! Then we made our way to Flo and Santo's which was some amazing tavern style pizza. And lastly we ended the night at Pizano's for both deep dish and tavern style slices. And to top it off we had a cookie skillet with ice cream for dessert -- yum! Each stop also included a drink of our choice. John was so friendly and knowledgeable and did a great job of providing interesting information throughout the tour. He filled us in on some of the history behind these pizza spots and general pizza facts in Chicago, which was really fun to hear. Overall, everyone had a great time and we left feeling quite full. I would highly recommend if you're looking for a fun activity with a large group. Whether or not you're die hard pizza lovers, this is a great time! read more

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What a fun way to spend an afternoon! We did the walking tour and boy am I glad we did because I was definitely full at the end and I can't imagine not being able to walk in between. We visited 4 different spots for 4 different types of pizza. I loved the variety of spots and pizzas! Robert's - thin crust pepperoni Labriola - deep dish Eately - Neapolitan Bar cargo - Roman The best part was Jon, our tour guide and the owner. He was so knowledgeable about pizza! I've never met someone with such passion and knowledge about pizza and toppings. Definitely not to be missed in Chicago. read more

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We had a great time on the Saturday tour! We visited Pizano's, Flo & Santos, Coalfire and Bartoli's. Our tour guide, James, was very friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating -- there were several vegetarians on his tour, and he made sure there were cheese or veggie options for us at each stop. No one went hungry -- at most stops, we had multiple slices of pizza. At Flo & Santos, James also ordered pierogies for us, as well as a s'mores pizza for dessert. It was overall a really fun tour and a great way to try several pizzerias that I otherwise would not have encountered. read more

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Let me just start by saying that Jonathan is obsessed with pizza in the best way possible. So if you love and enjoy eating pizza while learning about the history of each restaurant and the city of Chicago, this tour is a must do. Don't expect to eat 4 slices of deep dish pizza. The Chicago pizza scene is so much more diverse than that. Thank you to our amazing tour guide and owner of this business, Jonathan. I highly recommend this tour to anyone and everyone visiting the windy city. read more

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Great experience! Great tastings at all the locations we went to and the tour guide was fabulous. These three guys JJJ have a great thing going. Our guide was hilarious and very knowledgeable. Definitely would recommend Chicago Pizza Tours. PS do not book tour through TripAdvisor. Book directly through Chicago Pizza Tours. read more

Great experience. We learned so much about the history of pizza in Chicago and ate some of the best examples out there. From Malnadi relatives to the competitors, learned the difference between deep dish and stuffed, how tavern style got started, and where to get great drinks and other tidbits. All from the humorous James, super-knowledgeable and affable host who kept us entertained and well-fed. Quite the tour that we would recommend, hands down. read more

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This was a fantastic tour! James was a fantastic tour guide and brought a great sense of humor to the tour. The pizzarias they selected were great and every pizza was different. We learned about the history of pizza in Chicago and the different types of pizzas. The flight of vodka at Flo & Santos pizzeria smoothed out the trip! With a rotating selection of pizza shops I would definitely do this tour again. read more

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My husband and I took the tour yesterday for our 1 year wedding anniversary. James was our tour guide and we had a fabulous time! If you're a foodie or not, this is super fun and full of Chicago restaurant/pizza history. They are modest in saying how much pizza you get to try--there was SO MUCH PIZZA! Having been to Chicago a number of times and trying the chain pizza places, this tour was fabulous because we went to the tried and true local places that had unique and delicious pies! We will definitely be going to these places again! Well worth the super full bellies! read more

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Chicago Pizza Tour was a good way to spend a Saturday afternoon. We went to four pizza places. According to James, our guide, the pizza locations are chosen based on ones that are family run and have a tie to the city. We sampled a variety of different pizza from deep dish to tavern style to coal fired. All the pizza was delicious and you can essentially have as much as you'd like. Our tour had leftovers at each location. James was informative and provided little tidbits of information as we rode along in an old school bus to each stop. I'd recommend this tour for people looking for something fun to do but don't expect an air conditioned ride or a sightseeing to go along with the tour. read more

This was our first family outing this year. We celebrated my grandson's 3rd birthday. James was great! He knows his pizzas!! And the City! The tour was put together well. We were actually stuffed after the second stop, so pace yourself cause the fourth restaurant is worth the wait. Our bus driver Ms. Teresa was excellent we enjoyed chatting with her. Not only did we find our favorite pizza we learned a great deal out the various ways they're cooked. Looking forward to doing the walking tour this summer! Thanks again James!! read more

James was great. He made us laugh and made the tour very enjoyable. The entire tour was smooth sailing. James was very knowledgeable and I wouldn't recommend skipping this when you're visiting Chicago. We had a lot of fun read more

We had Greg as our tour guide and he was fantastic. He was funny, knowledgeable, and just an overall cool dude to be a tour guide. The amount of pizza on the tour was...a lot...in a good way. I only got to take a photo of the first slice; I devoured everything else too quickly. Sufficient water is supplied at each stop and you're offered a box for whatever pizza you can't finish for some tasty leftovers. Highly recommend the tour! read more

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What a great way to discover everything u need to know about Pizza with delicious pizza at each stop, demonstrating the different types of pizza in Chicago. Plenty of food!! Jon was an amazing tour guide with a wealth of knowledge shared in a fun way. Highly recommend doing this tour read more

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My husband (who is a pizza Snob) and I did this tour today. We both had a great time, and the pizza was good. James was our tour guide, he was funny and knows a lot about Pizza & Chicago. Would highly recommend going on this tour! read more

This pizza tour was so much more than I even imagined! My family ages 10, 15, and early 40's all loved it in their own way. If you are even considering it, just book it, best thing we did while visiting Chicago! read more

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We recently took a trip to Chicago and being somebody who is addicted to great food, all i could think about is Pizza, so what better kind of tour than a pizza tour?! We booked this tour expecting to hit all the majors. We expected Pizzeria Uno, Lou Malnatis and Giordanos. We were a little surprised when Danny, our tour guide, said we weren't doing any of those. Now at the beginning it disappointed me, but by the end of this magical pizza journey Danny took us on, i was left unbelievably happy and full! Our first stop was where we met, Pizanos. We learned from Danny that this restaurant is actually in the Malnati family but is run by Rudy Malnati Jr. the son of Rudy Malnati who was THE GUY behind the pizza at Pizzeria Uno. We got to sample both their deep dish and their tavern style which, according to Danny, is the pizza eaten most often by native Chicagoans. The deep dish was their vegetarian pie with fresh sliced tomato on top and a sauce that will knock your socks off! The tavern style pie was sausage. Sausage is the #1 topping in Chicago and Pizanos orders from the Anachini brothers and this special blend made only for Pizanos is amazing! Jam packed with seasoning and it really sets the pizza apart! Next stop, Flo and Santos. More tavern style pizza but this time with flare. We had a Chicago beef pizza with shaved beef and spicy Giardiniera, awesome! Then with the heavy polish community in Chicago (another fun fact from Danny) we had their polish sausage and sauerkraut pizza, salty and delicious! Then he brings out a s'mores pie (my wife's favorite) and we use that to cleanse the pallet before we move on to the next! Third stop, PEQUODS! I've read lots about this place and it did not disappoint! Danny knew i was counting down to this one so he made sure i ended up with two slices. This was another sausage pizza but this was different. The sausage was more of a patty than small pieces. The flavor was out of this world! Danny said he has tried time and time again, but Pequods will not give up their source. On top of the sausage, this sauce was hands down my favorite. I like a heavy sauces pizza and the robust flavor that this brought to the table was second to none! Then when you think you have had it all, you get to the crust! The chef in the back sprinkles cheese on the crust before it hits the oven. When it comes out you have this crispy crust with a Caramelized cheese on top and WOW! Last spot on the tour was Coalfire. Now this is not your Chicago style Deep Dish or your tavern style but this is more of a traditional looming NY pie but cooked in a coal fire oven. Danny told us the oven is normally up to 900 degrees and can cook the pizza in under 90 seconds, and he wasn't lying. Pizza came out quick, hot and looking magnificent. Out of all the pizza, this one definitely had the best presentation. You take a slice and between the grease of the cheese, the saltiness of the pepperoni and the creaminess of the fresh Ricotta on top, this pizza is something special! Now that I've spoken about the pizza, let's talk about the tour. And by that I mean Danny. A pizza tour without a fantastic guide is just a few restaurants, but Danny was INCREDIBLE! The knowledge he possessed, not just about pizza but about the city was incredible. You can tell his passion isn't just pizza, it's about his community. He had facts for days, jokes, personality and made 4 hours and 3lbs or pizza feel like a casual outing amongst friends. I would recommend this pizza tour to ANYBODY i know visiting the city, but they HAVE to get Danny. I feel like anybody else will fall short. Chicago was an amazing city and i can easily say this tour with Danny was my favorite part!! read more

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Had the best time on the bus tour. Our guide, James, was as informative as well as funny (and he was funny). Never rushed and the pizza was delish. Our hosts at every stop were very accommodating. 5 stars, plus more! read more

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You may think you know Chicago pizza, but you haven't scratched the surface until you take one of the Chicago Pizza Tours. A slice of history, with tastes of pizza ranging from classic deep dish to thin crust to coal-fired, this tour takes you around the city to famed pizza places. James is an enthusiastic tour guide who clearly loves Chicago and its pizza and ensures every guest has the very best time. Our tour lasted about 2.5 hours and we enjoyed every moment, definitely a must for those visiting the Windy City. read more

Best time I've had in a long time. The places where we ate were all good and different. The people were very welcoming and the best part for me was Jon our tour guide. He is full of information and he watches out for everybody. He is not only a great guide, but he is a most patient person to deal with if you are having a problem with your reservation or parking, or have any questions. Thank you Jon for a great experience. My family was more than pleased. We were singing all the way home, even in the traffic. read more

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While visiting Chicago on a work trip I was lucky enough to attend the adventures of the Chicago Pizza Tour with our fantastic host, Jonathan! Before telling you all about the stops you just have to know, this guy knows it all. This tour is not just pizza, it's all that and a bag of chips. He answered all our architecture and historical questions while also throwing in little fun facts I would have never thought to ask. He was hilarious and made even the traffic a good time. Between the driver and tour guide, this company seriously knows how to hire - we had the best time thanks to these guys! Pizza! In a 2-3 hour span we stopped at 3 different pizza spots, all with different style pizza, toppings, and stories behind the buildings/recipes. We had deep dish, thin crust, and pan pizza. My favorite of the 3 was probably the thin crust at Flo & Santos! Each stop had free drink options including the wine and beer lists, from what I remember. Everything was magnificent and we were absolutely stuffed by the end of the night. The last stop even gave us little pizookie style, ooey gooey cookies with whip cream and chocolate sauce - the decadent cherry on top to a food and fun filled evening. I would 100% recommend doing this tour to locals and tourists alike. It's a great way to learn about the city in a fun manner and stuff your faces for a good price. I also thought it to be a good team building experience and would recommend it to companies as a group work activity. The staff are fantastic, the prices were reasonable, and I can't say anyone left with a frown on their face or an empty belly. read more

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I highly recommend this pizza tour! Danny the tour guide and Cicero, the driver, made this trip more than just a good tour. BIG personalities, funny, friendly, and remembered everyone's name. They had tons of jokes and knew a lot about Chicago and pizza and great trivia questions. They pumped up the group and got everyone laughing and excited. The pizza was amazing and each place we went to was a completely different type of pizza. We went to Pizano's, flo and santo's, pequod's, and coalfire. My favorite was Pequods - can't beat that cheesy crust, and my moms favorite was flo and santos due to the flavorful sausage. Such a fun group of people and a great way to spend a few hours in the city. read more

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If there's only one tour you go on in Chicago, let it be this one! Sure, you can see some pretty cool architecture by boat, but where else can you gorge on pizza while also learning facts about Chicago's history? Our tour was led by Jon who had a no nonsense, Chi-Town spunk that kept us entertained the whole night. We went to three different spots (Pequod's, Flo & Santos, and Pizano's) for three different types of pizza (and dessert at the end!). They picked us up at our hotel and along the way, Jon told us storied tales of pizza family rivalries, neighborhood distinctions, and more. It was fun, even when caught in traffic! I loved trying the varied pizzas. From authentic deep dish at Pizano's, to pizza with sauerkraut "tavern style" at Flo & Santos, I was so full but couldn't let any slice pass me without trying. Pequod's was probably my favorite but I'm truly a pizza egalitarian. When you reserve, you can pay extra to also have drinks along the way or pay as you go. At every stop, our food was ready pretty soon after we arrived. These people know what they're doing to ensure a smooth tour that doesn't leave you out all night. If you can't tell, I would totally recommend for your next trip to Chicago. I'm excited to return to the city and dine at one of these spots! read more

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If you are visiting Chicago for a finite amount of time, and are feeling anxiety about not hitting the "right" pizza joints: this is the perfect solution. We went to places that represent the three major styles of "Chicago" pizza: "pan" (it's deep, but not quite deep dish @ Pequods), "tavern" (crackery, sliced into squares/rectangels @ Flo & Santos), and "deep dish" (you know this one @ Pizano's). In-between visits, Jon told us a ton of facts and figures about pizza, and about Chicago. The three styles above are just one example. Jon is charismatic, friendly, surly, and likeable...all at the same time. He also has the real-deal Chicago accent. You also get to get your drink on at every stop. And you don't have to worry yourself with driving. You'll be doing some stomach origami by the end of this. Carb.overload. Highly recommended! read more

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Jamie was a fun, informative & fantastic guide on this delicious pizza adventure! Loved checking out unique pizza places that don't get the hype but definitely bring the flavor! Full bellies & happy customers (from Boston) read more

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Awesome locations and a lot of things I never knew about this city. Our tour guide James was a super nice guy, and the bus was nice. The variety of pizza places visited was definitely a plus, and a great ambiance overall! read more

This was a lot of fun. We are not tourists, but my wife is a serious pizza connoisseur so I thought this was a great idea. The four spots we went all different styles of pizza, but all very good choices. So our tour went to Pizanos, Flo and Santos, Coal fire and Bartoli's, and really gave four completely different takes on pizza; Coalfire was my favorite. Our tour guide, Jaime was awesome and very knowledgeable about Chicago pizza history and Chicago history in general, especially for a guy from Boston. Our bus driver Patrick was great as well, so the entire trip was great from beginning to end. And I'm stuffed, so really it was a good time. read more

James is such a great, knowledgeable, and entertaining tour guide! He's so funny! We had pizza and a show! We had 4 slices of pizza from 4 different pizzas places. It was so much fun! I highly recommend this tour. Look no further and make a reservation! read more