Chicago Bucktown-Wicker Park Pizza Crawl

Overview

Created by 13-time James Beard Award-winning food journalist Steve Dolinsky, this Sunday-only series of tours is based on his book, "Pizza City, USA" and features four different styles of pizzas in less than three hours. Learn about Chicago's 10 pizza styles, and discover why there's more to The Windy City than just deep-dish. Go back in the kitchens to see how pizzas are made, talk to the owners and taste the differences. Expert "doughcents" will share the history of Chicago pizza as well other interesting tidbits about the neighborhood you're exploring. PLEASE LET US KNOW AT TIME OF BOOKING IF YOU EAT PORK OR PREFER VEGETARIAN.

City: Chicago

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $69.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $69.00

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What's Included

Lanyard/Badge with all of the social media handles for pizzerias

Live commentary

Trained Pizza Guide

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
DO YOU EAT BEEF AND PORK? ARE YOU VEGETARIAN? Please inform us of dietary restrictIon ASAP.
Tour involves walking 1.3 miles, slowly, on flat terrain (no hills).
Must be 9 years of age or older
If you are driving, please leave extra time to find parking.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Wicker Park

We'll start off with a Roman al Taglio style pizza, then walk up and down Damen Avenue, to taste pizzas from three other places, learning about the neighborhood. You'll taste a classic Chicago deep-dish, a NYC-style slice and a long-fermented artisan pie. Along the way, you'll meet some of the owners and pizza makers, and learn about their history and inspiration for creating their unique pizzas. Our "doughcents" are trained to discuss Chicago's pizza history, and can talk about highlights from the book, "Pizza City USA."

The 606

Learn about the history of this unique public park on elevated freight train tracks

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews (8)

Anita_D

Jun 2022

Our Tour Guide Mike was amazing- knowledgeable, engaging and just a delight. Being from New York, it was fun and informative learning about the evolution of pizza and also noteworthy facts about Chicago. This tour is not just about Pizza!

Response from Host

Jun 2022

We are so glad you enjoyed the Bucktown pizza crawl and for sharing your great experience with Mike. Please come again to one of our other three tours!

Ann S

May 2021

This was a delicious & fun tour! Mike, our guide was engaging, funny and a great host! We tried 4 terrific pizza places. We moved at the perfect pace & learned interesting facts and quirks about the neighborhood!

Response from Host

May 2021

Thank you so much for joining us. We are so glad you enjoyed our Bucktown-Wicker Park pizza tour. Come again!

Michael R

Oct 2019

This time I did the Bucktown-Wicker Park walking pizza tour. Our guide, Mike, was knowledgeable, kind, and absolutely hilarious. We got to meet some of the pizza place owners and hear their stories. Lots of information about the various styles of pizza. A great way to sample different styles, places, and toppings, as well as see the neighborhood. Great pizza, learning, and laughter. Pizza City USA tours will be a part of all my future trips to Chicago, they are truly that wonderful.

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Michael, So happy to hear you enjoyed your 2nd tour with us! Mike is, indeed, a gem, and we pride ourselves on really showing guests the neighborhoods we visit as well. I think the visit to My Pi - to meet Rich Aronson - is probably one of the highlights of our entire tour schedule. Thanks again for signing up for a second tour...next time try the West Loop Crawl. Best regards, Steve