M
Mushrooms were neat. Couldn't buy them.
The mushrooms were interesting, but I was somewhat sad I couldn't buy any of them on site.
Explore Chicago’s Indoor Mushroom Farm Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $20 / person
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Use the middle door entrance on Oakley Blvd. Free parking is on the street. Come on in!
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Chicago
Description
Step inside a unique and fascinating journey through Chicago’s premier indoor mushroom farm, as seen on FX/Hulu’s acclaimed series "The Bear," where our mushrooms were featured by the show’s chefs. During this tour, you'll discover how exotic culinary mushrooms are cultivated for Chicago’s top Michelin-starred restaurants and celebrated chefs. Explore 17 diverse climate-controlled grow rooms and follow every stage of the mushroom-growing process—from spore to harvest. Experience how advanced agricultural technology produces sustainable, flavorful mushrooms that grace everything from tacos to fine dining plates. This behind-the-scenes adventure is perfect for food lovers and curious minds, offering an unforgettable look at the future of farming and flavor.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Take a behind-the-scenes tour of a high-tech urban, indoor, specialty mushroom producer. This one-of-a-kind controlled environment agriculture facility will show you the process of growing gourmet specialty mushrooms from start to finish. See how raw substrate is bagged and sterilized, inoculated, and then staged to incubate. Visit the grow rooms where fruiting happens and how the product is then packaged for retail and wholesale customers throughout Chicagoland. Learn about regenerative agriculture and how mushroom cultivation plays a critical role. The tour is ~60 minutes.
Highlights
English Guide
What's included
Included
English Guide
Traveller Ratings
4.8
5 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does Explore Chicago’s Indoor Mushroom Farm Experience take?
Explore Chicago’s Indoor Mushroom Farm Experience lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Explore Chicago’s Indoor Mushroom Farm Experience cost?
Prices start at $20 per person for this Chicago experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Explore Chicago’s Indoor Mushroom Farm Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Use the middle door entrance on Oakley Blvd. Free parking is on the street. Come on in!. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Explore Chicago’s Indoor Mushroom Farm Experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(5)
K
Great tour experience
Interesting tour, learned a lot about the multi step process to grow quality mushrooms indoors, and fascinated by the story behind how the company came to be.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to write a review! We're so glad you enjoyed the experience!
K
Learned a bunch about mushrooms!
This was lovely - lots of information about mushrooms and how this organization interacts with the restaurant scene in Chicago. Would not particularly recommend for young children, although nobody seemed to mind that my kids (5 and 3) were there and wanting to touch the forklift (they did not touch the forklift). It's definitely a tour for grownups, but I appreciated everyone's tolerance. Thank you.
Operator response
Loved having you - and the kids on the tour! Thank you for the feedback!
F
Thank you for the great trip
I’m very happy with the experience. Their growing mushrooms are amazing. It is clear that they put a lot of effort into producing healthy, high-quality mushrooms.
Operator response
Thank you for your comments!!
K
Beautiful mushrooms.
Loved it! Learned a lot and took home some beautiful mushrooms. Enjoyed the Regenerative Ag benefits. Will be back for the garden nutrients and a Too Good to Go box. A must see!!
Operator response
Thank you for your review - and SO GLAD you enjoyed the experience!
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