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Best pizza in Chicago

84 pizza places that people in Chicago recommend on Reddit and X — the real reasons, and the caveats.

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  1. 1.Lou Malnati's, Lincoln Square

    174 people recommend, 55 warn against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Lou Malnati's has a strong following for deep dish and butter crust, while its lighter, crispy thin crust earns its own recommendations. Opinions split on consistency: some diners report disappointing pizzas or variation between locations, while others say their usual order remains excellent. The Lincoln Square location should not be taken as a promise of identical results at every branch.

    Lincoln Square

  2. 2.Pequod's, Lincoln Park

    136 people recommend, 23 warn against it

    Pequod's on Clybourn draws widespread recommendations for thick pan pizza. Fans praise the caramelized crust and call it a favorite, while detractors find the pizza too bready or overrated. Diners also report long waits, and one visitor found the pizza underwhelming and barely warm. This is the Chicago restaurant, not the suburban Morton Grove location.

    Lincoln Park

  3. 3.The Art of Pizza, Ashland

    99 people recommend, 8 warn against it

    Across its Chicago locations, The Art of Pizza is repeatedly recommended for deep dish, stuffed pizza and pan slices. Diners value being able to try a slice rather than commit to a whole pie; Ashland is repeatedly named. Not everyone agrees on the quality: one diner finds it consistently disappointing and another rates it only okay.

    Ashland

  4. 4.Piece, Wicker Park

    94 people recommend, 3 warn against it

    Piece in Wicker Park earns repeated recommendations for New Haven-style pizza and white pies. One diner favors a white pizza with potato and bacon, while others praise the Hot Doug's pizza. Large pies are described as generous enough for sharing. Some diners find it pricey or unremarkable, so the strong following is not unanimous.

    Wicker Park

  5. 5.Pizza Lobo, Andersonville

    72 people recommend, 5 warn against it

    Pizza Lobo's Chicago outlets attract recommendations for cheese and white pizzas as well as casual hangouts. The Andersonville patio is specifically praised, while other diners describe the Logan Square setting near Milwaukee Avenue bars. Pizza opinions range from enthusiastic to merely okay, and the phone-ordering setup divides diners. These experiences span both locations rather than Andersonville alone.

    Andersonville

  6. 6.Paulie Gee's, Logan Square

    71 people recommend, 11 warn against it

    Paulie Gee's draws particularly strong praise for Detroit-style pizza at Logan Square, including the US Pizza Cup Winner. Diners distinguish it from the New York-style slices at Wicker Park. One diner prefers the Detroit pies by a wide margin; others find the crust bland, too bready or poor value. Experiences span both Chicago locations, which serve different styles.

    Logan Square

  7. 7.Michael's, Broadway

    66 people recommend, 4 warn against it

    Michael's on Broadway is repeatedly recommended for tavern-style and thin-crust pizza. Its white pizza also has independent fans, and diners specifically praise eating there in a sports-bar setting. Dissent centers on a sauce some find too sweet and pizza one diner considers mediocre, alongside strong recommendations from others.

    Broadway

  8. 8.Milly's Pizza in the Pan, Lakeview

    65 people recommend, 18 warn against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Milly's Pizza in the Pan earns strong recommendations for thick pan pizza and caramelized cheese edges. One repeat customer singles out the Only Pans pie. The main split is texture: diners who like it praise the style, while others find the base too wet or wish it were crisper. Lakeview and Uptown experiences should not be confused with the closed suburban Berwyn restaurant.

    Lakeview

    • RecommendsCalls it a favorite and praises the vodka sauce, ingredients and caramelized crust. r/chicagofood, Oct 2026
    • CaveatFound it pretty but disappointing, calling it very wet and tasteless after two tries. r/chicagofood, Mar 2026

  9. 9.Pat's, Lincoln

    60 people recommend, 6 warn against it

    Pat's on North Lincoln is repeatedly recommended for very thin, crispy tavern-style pizza, with some customers describing decades of loyalty. One diner likes a slightly sweet sauce. Other experiences are more measured: a diner found it only okay, and accounts of a softened crust or disappointing delivery favor eating the pie promptly rather than treating delivery quality as assured.

    Lincoln

  10. 10.Jimmy's Pizza Cafe, Lincoln Square

    60 people recommend, 8 warn against it

    Jimmy's Pizza Cafe is a frequently recommended New York-style option, with independent praise for its mushroom pizza. One diner favors its softer crust and another considers a whole pie better value than individual slices. Price and quality are not universally praised: diners also call it expensive, overhyped or disappointing on a first visit.

    Lincoln Square

  11. 11.Spacca Napoli, Ravenswood

    53 people recommend

    Spacca Napoli in Ravenswood is repeatedly recommended for Neapolitan-style pizza. One diner rates it alongside favorites tried in Naples; another praises the pistachio cream and basil pizza but finds the tomato-based pies soggy. A visitor also likes the atmosphere. Accounts of larger parties emphasize making arrangements ahead rather than assuming a group can walk in.

    Ravenswood

  12. 12.Vito and Nick's, Ashburn

    53 people recommend, 2 warn against it

    Vito and Nick's is a repeatedly recommended South Side choice for thin, square-cut tavern-style pizza. One longtime fan singles out beef and giardiniera, and another favors sausage and giardiniera. The atmosphere has fans too, but praise is not unanimous: diners also report inconsistency or a pizza they did not enjoy.

    Ashburn

  13. 13.Giordano's, Rush

    51 people recommend, 23 warn against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Giordano's has a substantial following for stuffed pizza, with independent praise for spinach and a diner who favors the veggie version. One comparison prefers its smoother sauce and cheese-to-crust balance to Lou Malnati's. Others find it overrated, touristy or below their favorite deep-dish choices. Those experiences are not all visits to Rush Street.

    Rush

  14. 14.George's, Edgewater

    48 people recommend

    George's Deep Dish earns repeated recommendations for both thick pies and thin crust. One tasting account praises its rich tomato sauce and crispy base, while other diners single out the tavern-style pizza. Caveats include a visitor who found two pies overcooked and another who likes it without finding it exceptional; one fan treats it as an expensive occasional order.

    Edgewater

  15. 15.Pizano's, Loop

    42 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Pizano's draws recommendations for deep dish and thin, tavern-style pizza. One diner praises a yeasty, buttery crust, while another specifically recalls enjoying the sauce at River North. A visitor who tried the thin crust would not order it again. The River North sauce experience is separate from a visit to Madison Street in the Loop.

    Loop

  16. 16.JB Alberto's, Rogers Park

    38 people recommend

    J.B. Alberto's in Rogers Park has a strong following for thin crust and cup-and-char pepperoni. One diner also recommends its stuffed pizza, and another likes both pan and thin versions. A dissenting diner finds the cupped pepperoni too salty on the thin crust and would choose a thicker base instead.

    Rogers Park

  17. 17.Zaza's, Lakeview

    35 people recommend, 2 warn against it

    Zaza's in Lakeview draws repeated recommendations for New York-style slices. One former New York resident rates it highly, and another praises the white pizza with a sesame-seed crust. Dissent includes complaints about value and a delivery experience with a long delay and sparse toppings. Check current slice availability rather than relying on older lunch-hour reports.

    Lakeview

  18. 18.Phil's, Bridgeport

    31 people recommend, 2 warn against it

    Phil's in Bridgeport is repeatedly named among South Side pizza picks. One diner favors its straightforward tavern-style approach. The praise comes with ordinary quality disagreements: one customer describes inconsistent results, and others report pies that were underdone or overcooked. This is the 35th Street business, separate from the Phil's discussed in Jefferson Park recommendations.

    Bridgeport

  19. 19.Coalfire

    31 people recommend, 2 warn against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Coalfire draws repeated recommendations for white pizza and the pistachio pesto pie. One diner praises the topping options at Grand and Ogden, and another recommends that location for a relaxed evening near other bars. Others do not understand the appeal or find the portions poor value. Not every account describes the Grand Avenue restaurant.

  20. 20.Dante's, Chicago Ave

    29 people recommend, 1 warns against itcounted across its outlets

    Across its Chicago outlets, Dante's receives recommendations for New York-style pizza, including named recommendations for Armitage and Chicago Avenue. One Chicago Avenue diner calls it a comfort spot, and another calls its slice the best they have tried. Without naming an outlet, one diner praises rotating slices, another likes vegan pepperoni and a third finds the large pie stretches across meals. Caveats include pizza one diner finds pricey, a crust another finds floppy unless ordered well done, and a third who enjoys it mainly with the Sunday deal.

    Chicago Ave

  21. 21.Gino's East, Superior

    27 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Gino's East is repeatedly recommended as an introduction to deep dish, with two diners singling out its cornmeal crust. Superior Street is explicitly recommended. One former fan recalls a disappointing visit, while another now prefers George's. Not every account identifies a particular branch.

    Superior

  22. 22.Novel Pizza, Pilsen

    26 people recommend

    Novel Pizza in Pilsen draws strong recommendations for tavern-style pies, and its longanisa pizza has independent fans. One diner particularly likes the crispy crust and balanced sauce. Dissent is mostly about taste and value: some find the pizza too salty, one finds it too sweet, and separate diners dislike the chewy crust and ricotta dollops. A visitor also describes a frustrating order-ahead situation.

    Pilsen

  23. 23.Sharpie's, Elston

    26 people recommend

    Sharpies draws repeated recommendations for Detroit-style pizza. One diner praises the mushroom pie and another the onion pizza; the Elston location is explicitly named. Several diners prefer it to other Detroit-style options. Specialty toppings divide opinion, with one diner favoring a simpler pie.

    Elston

  24. 24.Bartoli's

    25 people recommend

    Across its Chicago locations, Bartoli's is recommended for both deep dish and thin crust, with diners specifically noting deep-dish slices. One visitor praises the deep dish's sauce and cheese, while another favors a whole tavern-style pie over a slice. A diner likes the thin crust but finds it pricey, and another prefers East Coast pizza generally. The Addison Street restaurant is the Lakeview option, though not every account specifies that branch.

  25. 25.Middlebrow, Logan Square

    25 people recommend, 7 warn against it

    Middle Brow draws recommendations for pizza at Bungalow on Armitage, with one diner specifically praising the sourdough and others favoring tavern style. Diners who like it praise the crust, patio and beer, while others find the pizza overrated, too sweet or expensive for its size. Its Detroit-style collaboration at Beer Temple is a separate venue experience.

    Logan Square

  26. 26.Pizz'Amici, West Town

    24 people recommend, 7 warn against it

    Pizz'Amici draws strong praise for thin, tavern-style pizza, including a diner who singles out pepperoni and giardiniera. One visitor describes a small, busy room and advises reserving ahead. Pizza opinions remain divided: diners also report excessive salt, overly dark crust or variable sauce and cooking from visit to visit, while others describe excellent results.

    West Town

  27. 27.Labriola

    23 people recommend

    Labriola earns repeated recommendations for deep dish, with specific praise for the sausage and caramelized crust edges. One diner recommends ordering well done and avoiding too many vegetable toppings to keep the base crisper. Another likes the deep dish but finds the thin crust unimpressive, and one account of a group visit is negative.

  28. 28.Tortorice's

    21 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Tortorice's earns recommendations for deep dish, thin crust and stuffed pizza. Diners also praise the Picasso pie and a caramelized cheese crust, while cautioning that results can be inconsistent or merely decent. One diner specifically identifies Grand Avenue for deep dish; other accounts do not identify that restaurant.

  29. 29.La Villa, Pulaski

    21 people recommend, 3 warn against it

    La Villa on Pulaski is repeatedly recommended for thin-crust and tavern-style pizza, including thin-crust sausage. Diners who like it describe a neighborhood standby, with one noting heavier toppings than very thin tavern pies. Others find it merely okay, dislike the crust or feel the quality has declined. Old Irving and Pulaski refer to this same location, not separate branches.

    Pulaski

  30. 30.Pete's, Montrose

    20 people recommend, 2 warn against it

    Pete's receives recommendations for pizza at both Montrose and Western. One diner specifically recommends Pete's #2 on Montrose for pan pizza with a good balance of toppings to dough. Other accounts are mixed, describing an overly thick or underdone pie, a sweet sauce or declining quality. Experiences at Western should not be assumed to describe Montrose.

    Montrose

    • RecommendsRates Pete's #2 on Montrose as decent, better than the other nearby options, though none of them stood out. r/chicagofood, Jul 2024
    • CaveatSays Pete's went downhill and is no longer a consideration. r/chicagofood, Dec 2024

  31. 31.Pizzeria Due

    19 people recommend

    Pizzeria Due is repeatedly recommended for deep dish. Diners compare it favorably with Uno, and one specifically praises the sausage. Accounts describe a compact spot where one visitor finds a table easier to get; another returns when family visits.

  32. 32.Nancy's, West Loop

    17 people recommend

    Across its Chicago locations, Nancy's receives recommendations for thin crust and deep dish. At West Loop, one diner calls the tavern-style pizza reliable and very good but overpriced; another favors a deep dish topped with sausage, jalapeños, basil and pineapple. A Broadway customer separately describes Nancy's as a longtime favorite.

    West Loop

    • RecommendsSays Nancy's offers the best mix of wings and solid pizza, since finding both in one place is hard. r/chicagofood, May 2025
    • MixedCalls it overpriced but really good, reliable tavern-style pizza in the West Loop. r/chicagofood, May 2025

  33. 33.Bucktown Pizza

    17 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Bucktown Pizza draws praise for East Coast-style slices and a crisp crust. The garlic white pie and three-sauce slice have specific fans. Opinions are not unanimous: diners also find it merely decent, too reheated or not worth the slice price, while other customers consider the portions good value.

  34. 34.Vito and Angelo's, Logan Square

    16 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Vito and Angelo's in Logan Square draws recommendations for thin, tavern-style pizza. One diner praises its generous sauce and cheese, while two others favor it for pickup or delivery. Some consider it good value, but accounts also describe a long delivery wait, higher app prices and repeat visits that disappointed. Diners advise ordering directly rather than assuming an app offers the same terms.

    Logan Square

  35. 35.Bonci, Lakeview

    16 people recommend, 6 warn against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Bonci draws recommendations for Roman-style pizza, with fans praising crisp-yet-chewy crust and topping variety. A diner specifically praises monthly specialties and anchovy burrata at West Loop. One customer finds the pizza inconsistent; others find it too salty or too bready. A Broadway visitor is especially disappointed, a separate experience from the West Loop specialty praise.

    Lakeview

  36. 36.Gigio's, Uptown

    15 people recommend

    Gigio's is a pizzeria in Uptown known for New York style pizza sold by the slice. Diners praise the slices as good and solid, and several call it good value, with one noting a budget-friendly slice-and-drink deal and big slices. A couple of commenters find the pizza merely decent or say they usually prefer Chicago style, and one says prices have risen.

    Uptown

  37. 37.Beer Temple, Avondale

    15 people recommend

    Beer Temple in Avondale earns repeated recommendations for Detroit-style pizza. One diner particularly praises the crust, another calls the pizza unusually good, and a third names the mushroom pie a favorite. Diners distinguish its Detroit-style pizza from the regular offering at Middle Brow's Bungalow restaurant.

    Avondale

  38. 38.Beggars Pizza, Hyde Park

    15 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Beggars Pizza receives recommendations for cheese-heavy pizza. One diner specifically favors its deep dish and another its pepperoni, while other diners dislike the pizza or find its reputation mixed. Diners name both Hyde Park and Jackson and Clinton; experiences at those locations should not be assumed identical.

    Hyde Park

  39. 39.Professor Pizza, Old Town

    13 people recommend

    Professor Pizza is recommended for several styles, including cracker-thin, Detroit-style and grandma pies. The Old Town location near Second City is specifically named, and one diner singles out the mushroom-leek pizza. Price is a recurring caveat, while another diner dislikes the amount of ricotta used.

    Old Town

  40. 40.Side Street Saloon

    13 people recommend

    Side Street Saloon is repeatedly recommended for tavern-style pizza in a neighborhood-bar setting. Diners praise the atmosphere and thin, crispy pizza; one calls it a current favorite for the style. A diner who has tried it still prefers New Haven pizza and does not particularly crave Chicago tavern-style pies.

  41. 41.Pizza Matta

    13 people recommend, 2 warn against it

    Pizza Matta draws recommendations for its thin-crust pizza, including a diner who favors it for takeaway. One fan considers it among the best pizzas they have eaten despite the price. Others find the crust bland, the pizza mediocre or repeat visits disappointing. Diners disagree about slice availability, so check current ordering options before going.

  42. 42.Chomp Pizza, Pilsen

    12 people recommend

    Chomp Pizza draws recommendations for New York-style slices. One visitor especially likes the crunchy crust and bright, acidic sauce on the plain cheese pizza. Another thinks the slice is great but wishes it were larger for the price. A diner comparing shops prefers Chomp's plain slice to Bucktown's plain, but favors Bucktown's three-sauce slice over Chomp's plain.

    Pilsen

    • RecommendsSays the NYC-style cheese slice is incredible and as good as their favorite in NY. r/chicagofood, Apr 2026
    • MixedThought the slice was great but wanted it larger for the price, and would return when nearby. r/chicagofood, Apr 2026

  43. 43.Ricobene's

    11 people recommend

    Ricobene's is repeatedly named as a South Side pizza choice, beyond its better-known sandwiches. One diner praises the breaded-steak pizza, while another likes its slices. A commenter who finds few worthwhile pizza options nearby still singles out Ricobene's positively.

  44. 44.Mr V's

    11 people recommend

    Mr V's is repeatedly recommended around Jefferson Park. One diner who has ordered several times prefers it slightly to Joe's, and another praises the thin crust. A weekly customer favors spinach and garlic or pepperoni and onion. The enthusiasm includes both current orders and childhood pizza-night memories.

  45. 45.Poretta's, Central

    11 people recommend

    Porretta's on Central is recommended for thin crust, with one diner praising its tangy sauce and another favoring a well-done tavern-style order. The stuffed pizza and hot-honey pizza each have a specific fan. Some recommendations are measured rather than ecstatic, describing it as good or decent among the local options.

    Central

    • RecommendsSays Poretta's on Central is decent and among the better options, though none of the places mentioned stood out. r/chicagofood, Jul 2024

  46. 46.Pizza Amelia, Roscoe Village

    10 people recommend

    Pizza Amelia in Roscoe Village has a following for slices. Diners disagree over whether New York or New Haven is the closer comparison, but several rank it among their favorite local slices. One resident finds the topping choice limited and prefers other shops. Older reports describe limited hours and sellouts; check the current ordering details rather than assuming those reports still apply.

    Roscoe Village

  47. 47.Panino's, Lakeview

    10 people recommend

    Panino's on Broadway is repeatedly recommended for slices, with one diner calling it the best slice in Lakeview. A customer who has tried multiple styles praises the double-dough pepperoni, grandma and deep-dish versions. Other diners treat it as a dependable neighborhood standby. Broadway and Waveland describe the same corner location, not separate experiences transferred between branches.

    Lakeview

    • RecommendsCalls Panino's a reliable standby pizza, though they sometimes order elsewhere when planning ahead. r/chicagofood, Oct 2026

  48. 48.Pizza y Pan Pa Ya, Montrose

    10 people recommend

    Pizza y Pan Pa' Ya on Montrose earns repeated recommendations. One diner loves the sausage-and-pepper deep dish, and another describes the thin crust as unexpectedly good. A diner calls it an overlooked neighborhood option, while another suggests a well-done order.

    Montrose

  49. 49.Crushed, Montrose

    10 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Crushed on Montrose is repeatedly named as a favorite. One visiting pair praises the crust, sauce and sausage, and another diner likes the margherita and LES pies. A critic finds it unmemorable, while another diner recommends it to people who like chewy crust. A regular likes it but finds heavily topped specialty pizzas floppier than desired.

    Montrose

  50. 50.Easy Street

    10 people recommend, 2 warn against it

    Easy Street draws a mix of praise and criticism for its pizza. A few people call it good or great, and one diner says the deep dish has a nice caramelized crust, while another rates the thin crust as only decent and prefers the deep dish. Others are bluntly negative: one commenter calls it some of the worst pizza around and the whole menu mediocre, and another says it is really not that good. One diner puts it on par with a favorite spot but suggests trying the other place first.

  51. 51.Frank's, Belmont

    9 people recommend

    Frank's on Belmont is repeatedly recommended for Chicago thin-crust and tavern-style pizza. One diner praises the homemade sausage, and another calls it a current favorite for tavern style. The retro interior also appeals to a visitor.

    Belmont

  52. 52.Joe's, Higgins

    9 people recommend

    Joe's is a pizzeria that several commenters name as a solid pick, with the Higgins location coming up most often. One diner who lives nearby likes ordering from the Higgins spot, and another enjoys walking over for pizza and beers on summer evenings. A commenter ranks Joe's a step below their top tier but still calls it very good.

    Higgins

  53. 53.Bob's, Pilsen

    9 people recommend, 2 warn against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Bob's has fans for its pizza, including specifically named Pilsen recommendations. One diner likes its distinctive crunchier, fluffy crust, while another praises the value of a pizza promotion. Other diners feel the pizza has become greasier or less appealing. The Pilsen restaurant is separate from the Hyde Park shop and suburban late-night service.

    Pilsen

  54. 54.Dicey's

    8 people recommend

    Dicey's draws praise for its tavern-style and thin-crust pizza, with one diner especially fond of the homemade ranch. Several people rank it above other Chicago pizzerias, and one commenter highlights a cacio e pepe pie and a build-your-own option. One diner says service has never been a problem, describing it as fine rather than exceptional.

    • RecommendsPleased with tavern-style pizza and homemade ranch; service fine in their experience. r/chicagofood, May 2025

  55. 55.Chicago's Pizza

    8 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Across its Chicago locations, Chicago's Pizza is recommended for deep dish and late-night slices. One diner favors its butter-and-cornmeal crust and suggests ordering delivery uncut. A Lincoln Avenue regular calls it a go-to. At Montrose, one diner likes the regular and deep-dish slices, while another finds them merely serviceable rather than exceptional.

  56. 56.Paterno's

    8 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Paterno's is a pizzeria that several diners name among their Chicago pizza picks. One diner calls it number one for greasy tavern-style pizza and the closest in the area to Vito & Nick's, though not quite as good. Another person calls it pretty solid thin crust, while one diner places it a tier below their top groups and another gives it a thumbs down.

  57. 57.Salerno's

    8 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Salerno's on Grand is repeatedly recommended for pizza. One diner describes its original crust as a thicker take on thin crust, while another recommends sausage, tomatoes and garlic on regular crust. A dissenting diner finds the sauce sweet. These are individual preferences rather than a unanimous verdict on the style.

  58. 58.Palermo's, 63rd

    8 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Palermo's of 63rd is explicitly recommended in South Side pizza discussions. A diner calls the sauce at 63rd especially sweet, while other diners list the pizza among their favorites. This is the 63rd Street restaurant, not the separate 95th Street business.

    63rd

  59. 59.The Stopalong, Logan Square

    8 people recommend, 2 warn against itcounted across its outlets

    The StopAlong receives pizza recommendations across its Chicago outlets. At Logan Square, one diner calls the margherita the best they have tried and praises its garlicky, Neapolitan-style character; another calls the pizza delicious. Not everyone agrees on its standing among Chicago pizzerias, and one diner rejects a comparison placing it above Middle Brow.

    Logan Square

  60. 60.Flo and Santos, South Loop

    7 people recommend

    Flo and Santos in the South Loop draws recommendations for tavern-style pizza. One diner calls it a go-to, and another favors it among nearby tavern-style options. A visitor likes the bar-and-restaurant feel, while another praises the pizza and patio. Dissent includes a diner who finds the crust unexceptional despite the Italian-Polish menu.

    South Loop

  61. 61.Fox's Pizza

    7 people recommend

    Fox's is named among South Side pizza spots people bring up for thin, square-cut tavern style, and one diner calls the Western location the best thin-crust pizza they have had in the city. That same diner warns against other Fox's locations, saying they are all terrible. Several commenters list Fox's among their South Side favorites, and one specifically points to the Beverly location.

  62. 62.Deleite's Pizza, Avondale

    7 people recommend

    Deleite's on Milwaukee near Addison earns recommendations for thin, crisp pizza with some chew. Diners compare the style to Piece while describing it as worthwhile in its own right. One diner particularly likes the taco pizza and prefers the spicy verde sauce as a topping rather than the base.

    Avondale

    • RecommendsPraises the pizza at the Milwaukee and Addison walkup and compares its style to Piece. r/chicagofood, Jun 2026

  63. 63.Robert's Pizza

    7 people recommend

    Robert's Pizza draws praise for its softer, puffy-crust pizza, which one commenter describes as leaning Neapolitan with a touch of New York style. One diner recommends the patio overlooking the Ogden Slip, where boats come and go, as a nice spot for outdoor dining on a pleasant day. Another diner finds it pricey, though notes a pie can feed a couple of people.

  64. 64.Milano's

    7 people recommend

    Milano's is a south side pizzeria that several people name among their favorite Chicago pizza spots. One diner calls the deep dish the best in the city, by their own admission a biased view, and also praises the thin crust. Another notes a thicker crust that is very cheesy.

  65. 65.Italian Fiesta Pizzeria

    7 people recommend

    Across its Chicago locations, Italian Fiesta is repeatedly recommended in South Side pizza discussions, including a family that orders from the 47th Street shop. One diner singles out cracker crust. Another likes it while placing it above average rather than among the very best. Not every recommendation specifies 47th Street.

  66. 66.Dino's, Higgins

    7 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Dino's on Higgins draws steady praise from people who name it among their go-to Chicago pizza spots, with one diner calling it decent and among the better options around. Another visitor who has gone for years says it can be excellent when it is on, though they find it inconsistent over time. One commenter also mentions soggy bread.

    Higgins

  67. 67.The Medici, 57th

    7 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    The Medici is a Hyde Park pizzeria that several people recommend for its pan pizza, with the spinach pan crust and the garbage pan pizza drawing particular praise. One longtime visitor has been enjoying the garbage pan pizza with a side salad for decades. A commenter calls the pan pizza at the Hyde Park location underrated, while another feels the 57th Street restaurant is not what it once was. Others name it as a solid option, including for deep dish.

    57th

  68. 68.Kung Fu Pizza Bar

    6 people recommend

    Kung Fu Pizza Bar is recommended for inexpensive slices from a walkup window on Milwaukee. Diners describe a slice-and-soda deal, and one finds the pizza better than expected despite an unusual setup. Another praises the pizza while cautioning that service can be slow. Check current hours rather than treating an older evening-opening report as a schedule.

  69. 69.Danny's

    6 people recommend

    Danny's on Archer is repeatedly recommended in South Side pizza discussions. One diner calls it undermentioned and very good, while another recalls growing up with its thin, square-cut pizza. A separate diner also remembers enjoying Danny's growing up; those are distinct accounts, not one combined visit.

  70. 70.The Slice Shop

    6 people recommend

    The Slice Shop is a pizzeria people recommend, with one commenter pointing to the vodka sauce grandma slice. Another describes the pizza as a different style from a lot of places and very delicious, and a third simply calls it so good. It is also mentioned near the Belmont Red Line.

  71. 71.Craft Pizza, Damen

    6 people recommend

    Craft Pizza on Damen is repeatedly recommended in pizza discussions. One diner specifically praises its white pizzas, while another calls the Wicker Park spot good and worth reaching. The recommendations include both favorite-place answers and more measured praise.

    Damen

  72. 72.Pizza Capri

    6 people recommend

    Pizza Capri in Hyde Park draws pizza recommendations, including independent praise for pesto pizza. One diner recalls a shrimp-and-pesto pie, while another remembers enjoying its pizza growing up. These accounts support the recommendations, not a guarantee that every older topping remains available.

  73. 73.Forno Rosso

    6 people recommend

    Forno Rosso receives recommendations for Neapolitan pizza at its Chicago locations, with West Loop and Harlem Avenue both named. One diner particularly likes the pistachio pizza, and another points to white-pizza options. Those individual favorites are not a promise of identical menus at both locations.

  74. 74.Munno

    6 people recommend

    Munno on Clark near Leland earns repeated pizza recommendations. One diner calls it a new favorite and prefers it to Spacca Napoli because of a taste for Roman-style pizza. Another considers both excellent but prefers Spacca Napoli. The comparison is a matter of individual preference, not a consensus ranking.

  75. 75.Festa Pizza

    5 people recommend

    Festa Pizza is a Logan Square pizzeria that one local calls the best pizza in the area for pickup or delivery thin crust. Another diner highlights budget-friendly slices and a relaxed place to sit and eat, and one person describes it as a dependable workhorse of a slice. A further commenter finds it decent rather than outstanding, so expectations should stay modest.

  76. 76.Bacino's

    5 people recommend

    Bacino's draws deep-dish recommendations, with one diner praising its savory sauce and another its spinach pizza. A visitor who once loved it recalls disappointing experiences many years ago rather than a recent meal. Another diner specifically recommends the Lincoln Avenue restaurant.

  77. 77.Pie Eyed

    5 people recommend

    Pie Eyed is a pizzeria that several commenters recommend, and one diner calls it a slice spot. One person who used to love it says they haven't been in a long time, while another diner says the slices are always good.

  78. 78.Falco's

    5 people recommend

    Falco's is repeatedly named among South Side pizza standouts, including an explicit recommendation for Archer and California. One diner recalls growing up with its thin, square-cut pizza, and another lists it among the city's cracker-thin tavern-style options.

  79. 79.Home Run Inn

    5 people recommend

    Home Run Inn receives recommendations for restaurant pizza, including an explicitly named 31st Street restaurant. One diner particularly likes the buttery crust, describing it as crisp with some chew, and another praises the thin crust. Restaurant orders are distinct from the brand's packaged frozen range.

    • RecommendsAsks why Home Run Inn isn't getting more appreciation, suggesting it deserves praise. r/chicagofood, Apr 2026

  80. 80.A Pizza Pie, Uptown

    5 people recommend

    A Pizza Pie in Uptown is recommended for traditional slices. One diner ranks it among their best New York-style slices in Chicago, and another calls the Broadway pizza good.

    Uptown

  81. 81.Geo's, Harlem

    5 people recommend

    Geo's on Harlem is a pizzeria that people recommend, with one commenter listing it among their go-to spots. One diner praises the sausage and pepperoni ordered well done, and another calls it their favorite pepperoni pizza on the northwest side. A former resident says they loved the pizza when they lived in the city, though it opens later than their typical workday.

    Harlem

  82. 82.Dough Bros, River North

    5 people recommend

    Dough Bros in River North earns praise for New York-style slices. One diner also likes the rotating square slices, while another singles out the mushroom pizza. A separate recommendation favors ordering a fresh whole pie, without establishing that slices are an inferior choice.

    River North

  83. 83.Martino's, Peterson

    5 people recommend

    Martino's on Peterson is repeatedly recommended for pizza, with specific praise for old-school tavern style. One diner calls it the best they have found on the northwest side, and another regards it as a solid childhood favorite. These are individual comparisons rather than proof that it outranks every nearby restaurant.

    Peterson

    • RecommendsSays Martino's on Peterson is the best pizza they have found on the northwest side. r/chicagofood, Jul 2024

  84. 84.Bellona's

    5 people recommend, 1 warns against it

    Bellona's receives repeated pizza recommendations, including a diner who calls it a neighborhood gem and another who treats it as a go-to. Diners praise the pie or suggest extra sauce. One customer disagrees, describing a disappointing pizza that did not match their expectations of tavern style and had sausage they disliked.

Questions people ask

Which pizza places do people in Chicago recommend most on Reddit and X?
Right now the most-recommended are Lou Malnati's, Lincoln Square, Pequod's, Lincoln Park and The Art of Pizza, Ashland, ranked by how many different people vouched for each one. Every place lists the reasons people gave and the caveats they raised, with a link to the original comment.
How is this list made?
It is built from public discussions on Reddit and X — 1191 comments and posts from 1034 people in r/chicagofood, r/AskChicago, r/chicago, r/food and on X. We paraphrase why each place is recommended, keep the negatives and caveats in, and link to the original comment so you can read the source yourself. We never invent details.
Are these paid placements?
No. Nothing here is sponsored, paid or ranked by a business. Places are included only because real people recommended them in public conversations, and every claim links back to its source.
How recent are these recommendations?
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