As TV drama The Bear continues to tantalise the taste buds of viewers around the globe, there’s one American city on every food lover's lips right now: Chicago. But there’s much more to it than what you may have seen on screen; while it’s famed for deep-dish pizzas and Italian beef sandwiches, the USA’s Second City has far more to offer than carb-loaded comfort fare (though of course, there’s that, too – and it’s every bit as delicious as it looks). Planning a trip? Feast your eyes on our ultimate list of must-try food and drink experiences.

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover 23 gastronomic experiences you simply must try when in Chicago, counting down to the most unmissable of all.