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Paterno's

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/chicagofood10 comments cited below

What people say, in short

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.

Address

Paterno's Pizza, 5303 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

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At a glance

Signature dishes
Tavern style pizza, Thin crust
Opinions divided
Yes

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The evidence

Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.

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  • Mixedu/ProcessOptimal7586 in r/chicagofood · Jul 2024taste

    Places Paterno's in a lower tier after the top groups.

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  • Recommendsu/sandwichnerd in r/chicagofood · Jul 2024taste

    Calls Paterno's the best for greasy tavern-style pizza, closest in the area to Vito & Nick's though not quite as good.

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