ToursByLocals is launching two private Chicago tours themed around FX's "The Bear" ahead of the show's fourth season premiere on June 25.
The tours, called "Inside The Bear: A Private Journey Through Chicago's Heart and Heat," are led by Chicago actor and guide Sylvie Sadarnac. Participants visit filming locations from the series while sampling food from restaurants featured on and off screen.
Tour stops include Mr. Beef, the real-life Italian beef restaurant that inspired the show's fictional establishment, and Michelin-starred restaurant Elske. Guests also visit Doma for pastries and Lao Peng You for Cong You Bing bread, spots the cast frequents according to the tour operator.
Sadarnac, who has appeared in Amazon's "Patriot," combines neighborhood history with behind-the-scenes storytelling during the experiences. The tours offer optional meet-and-greets with local chefs based on availability.
ToursByLocals offers two versions: a four-hour comprehensive tour and a two-hour abbreviated experience. Both tours are customizable based on guests' interests.
The company is offering 40% off tours booked on Wednesday, June 25, for any date in 2025 to celebrate the season four premiere.
Sadarnac speaks French and Spanish in addition to English and has built a following through ToursByLocals for her film and communications background.
"The Bear" follows Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto as he returns to Chicago to run his deceased brother's Italian beef restaurant. The series has filmed extensively throughout Chicago neighborhoods.
Editor's Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by ToursByLocals. It was fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
