STEP INTO THE WORLD OF 'THE BEAR' IN CHICAGO!
Movie & TV tour in downtown Chicago
Cooking class in Chicago with the soul of ‘The Bear’
Chicago in the Prohibition-era. Tour of ‘The Bear’s’ city
Genuine Chicago. History & architecture beyond ‘The Bear’
Tour of Chicago’s dark side. The city of ‘The Bear’
Chicago from the river: Architectural tour of ‘The Bear’s’ City
Unsolved mystery in ‘The Bear’s’ neighborhood. Interactive tour
River North food tour. The neighborhood from ‘The Bear’!
Chicago CityPass
Chicago Explorer Pass
MR. BEEF: The fictional restaurant in The Bear.
The fictional restaurant in ‘The Bear’ is directly inspired by a real place: Mr. Beef on Orleans, a sandwich shop founded in 1979 in the River North neighborhood and owned by the Zucchero family. Series creator Christopher Storer based the Berzatto family’s story on the experiences of his childhood friend Chris Zucchero.
This humble sandwich joint has become a cult site for fans. Not only can you try their legendary Italian Beef Sandwiches, but the place is also filled with direct nods to the show: posters, clippings, and more.
📍 Mr. Beef on Orleans
666 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60654
To get the full flavor of Mr. Beef and soak in the local culinary vibe, there’s nothing better than a food tour around River North. Many of these tours include stops for deep-dish pizza, gourmet tacos, and of course, the iconic Italian beef sandwich that ‘The Bear‘ helped turn into a global sensation.
🔗 River North food tour. The culinary neighborhood of The Bear!
EVANSTON AND GLENVIEW: The Berzatto Family’s homes.
Some of the series’ more intimate scenes take place in Chicago’s suburban areas, such as Evanston and Glenview.
We recommend renting a car and taking a self-guided route through these quiet, residential zones.
LINCOLN PARK AND WICKER PARK: Alternative neighborhoods from the show.
These alternative neighborhoods shine especially in season three. Lincoln Park is one of Chicago’s most iconic areas, known for its hidden gems, gangsters, and music.
The Biograph Theatre is where the infamous gangster John Dillinger was gunned down by FBI agents in 1934.
Also here is the site of the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, where seven members of Bugs Moran’s gang were brutally executed—a crime attributed to Al Capone.
🔗 Lincoln Park Rock & Mafia tour!
Wicker Park was historically a European immigrant neighborhood, especially Polish, and has since evolved into a cultural and creative hub. Known for its vibrant art scene, vintage shops, indie music, and alternative cuisine, it attracts young people and artists alike.
🔗 Wicker Park: A journey through its architectural treasures!
CINESPACE CHICAGO FILM STUDIOS: The largest film studio outside L.A.
Cinespace Chicago Film Studios is massive 60-acre campus in North Lawndale that hosts more than 33 stages, making it the largest independent studio outside of Los Angeles. Visitors can take a behind-the-scenes tour and learn about various stages of production.
ENDEAVOR HEALTH SKOKIE HOSPITAL: Hospital in the series.
Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital: Featured in a key emotional scene involving Carmy’s uncle Jimmy (Cicero) and Richie (Richard Jerimovich), one of the most volatile yet beloved characters. Richie is admitted here during a moment of extreme emotional tension, reflecting the crushing stress of the restaurant world.
OTHER CHICAGO LOCATIONS: Batman, Ocean’s Eleven, and The Untouchables.
Visit the famous Harold Washington Library, featured in ‘Ocean’s Eleven’, the DuSable Bridge as seen in ‘The Untouchables’, and the Sears Tower (now known as Willis Tower) with Batman watching from the rooftop.
Step into Kevin Costner’s shoes and walk down the iconic staircase from the shootout scene in ‘The Untouchables’, and discover “the bank” the Joker robbed in ‘The Dark Knight’… Chicago is pure cinema!
