1. La Pane Bakes A Dough Of Its Own
La Pane
2954 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 539-5321
Yelp
4.5 stars, 71 reviews
More than your typical neighborhood café, La Pane makes a pie that upholds Chicago’s pizza reputation. With sesame seeds baked in the dough, the crust here is something special with a unique texture to further accentuate the flavor.
2. Vito and Nick’s Thin Crust Will Win You Over, Trust Me
Vito and Nick’s
8433 S Pulaski Rd
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 735-2050
Yelp
4 stars, 378 reviews
Who says deep dish always takes the cake in Chicago? The thin crusts here are just as remarkable. Vito and Nick’s House Special pizza loads a massive amount of sausage, peppers, and onions onto a thin crust that is as crisp as a cracker and will have you planning your next pie before you’re even out the door.
3. Get A Taste Of Manhattan At Armitage Pizza
Armitage Pizza
711 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 867-9111
Yelp
4.5 stars, 130 reviews
Armitage is a small space filled with big pies with even bigger flavor. If there is no room to sit down or you’re too far for delivery, you can carry out so that you can enjoy what everyone is raving about: Thin, Manhattan-style pizzas that trump anything found on the East Coast. Yep, I said it.
4. Toni’s Pizzas Are Like A Mini Vacation To Italy
Toni’s Pizza & Organic Pasta
457 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 243-1500
Yelp
4.5 stars, 157 reviews
With the freshest ingredients, Toni’s handcrafted pies that taste like they were delivered straight from Italy. Organic produce is the top priority here which definitely helps to make a difference in quality. Added bonus: Delicious gluten free options are available upon request.
5. Flavor Is Forno’s Middle Name
Forno Rosso Pizzeria Napoletana
3719 N Harlem Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 295-5697
Yelp
4.5 stars, 174 reviews
Forno’s serves a pizza with a crust that is perfectly thick and puffy to hold the weight of all the awesome that they put on top. From delicious white pizzas that cater to simplistically bold tastes and the Capriocciosa fit for all the Italian lovers out there, Forno’s has a pie for everyone.
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6. Lou’s Helped Earn Chicago Its Pizza Legacy
Lou Malnati’s
439 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 828-9800
Yelp
4 stars, 1869 reviews
Deep dish say what? Lou Malnati’s has been serving world famous Chicago deep dish pizza to loyal customers for over 40 years. Helping to make the city’s signature pizza what it is, their butter crust is just the right amount of garlicky and provides the base for a pizza that doubles as a meal to last you through the whole day.
7. On The Go? Try Some Pizza On Wheels
Chicago Pizza Boss
Chicagoland, IL 60431
(630) 915-0063
Yelp
5 stars, 24 reviews
A food truck might not be the first place you think of when you’re deciding on where to get some decent pizza, but once you visit Chicago Pizza Boss, all that will change. Loaded down with a giant brick oven in the back of the truck, Chicago Pizza Boss travels the city bringing the freshest pizza to those who don’t have the time or desire to wait in line at a busy restaurant, filling a void that locals never knew they needed.
8. When Deep Dish Becomes A Work Of Art
The Art Of Pizza
3033 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 327-5600
Yelp
4 stars, 861 reviews
If Da Vinci were a chef (and, you know, alive), he would work at The Art Of Pizza. These handcrafted buttery crusts, deep and as authentically Chicago as they come make a great alternative to the crowded touristy spots but offer just as much to rave about.
9. Hands Off, That’s My Pizza Pie
My Pizza Pie
2010 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 394-6900
Yelp
4 stars, 217 review
My Pizza Pie isn’t just another Chicago pizza joint. Their crusts are crispy on the outside but light on the inside, creating just the right texture to keep the deep dish from getting soggy without the fear of breaking a tooth. My Pizza Pie sells by the slice, making it a prime location for lunch. But honestly, their zesty sauce and layers of cheese and toppings will have you wanting to order the whole pie to keep for yourself.
10. Find The Best Slice Of NYC At Café Luigi
Café Luigi
2548 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 404-0200
Yelp
4 stars, 255 reviews
You don’t need a fork and knife for the slices here (although you’re free to use them if the habit serves you.) The New York style thin crusts are the best way to highlight all the delicious toppings. To eat it like a New Yorker would, fold it up and scarf it down. Repeat as needed.
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11. Frato’s Pizza Brings The Love
Frato’s Pizza
628 S Roselle Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60193
(847) 895-2122
Yelp
3.5 stars, 133 reviews
The Big n’ Meaty pie at Frato’s Pizza packs all your food groups in at one sitting (which theoretically makes it super healthy, right?). And if you’re in the mood for a pie that can make someone smile, check out their heart-shaped plain or macaroni and cheese pie, perfect for a surprise dinner with your love around Valentine’s Day.
12. Go For The Big Slice At Si-Pie
Si-Pie
3477 N Broadway ST
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 360-1862
Yelp
4.5 stars, 65 reviews
If you can’t choose between getting the sausage and mushroom or the chicken, spinach and black olive, don’t worry. The slice combos here make it so that you can enjoy more than just one style of Si-Pie’s awesome pizzas. And if you’re hungry but not up for a whole pie, order the big slice, which is like getting two slices in one.
13. Grab A Slice While You’re Out In West Town
West Town Pizza Shop
2525 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 252-2299
Yelp
4.5 stars, 56 reviews
Thick or thin, meat lovers or cheese, West Town Pizza has whatever you’re jonesing for. Grab the big slice and a soda for under $5 while you’re on your way to check out one of the museums in town for a perfectly Chicago day without breaking the bank.
14. Give Piece A Chance
Piece Brewery And Pizzeria
1927 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 772-4422
Yelp
4 stars, 2924 reviews
The same way you can’t eat just one chip, you can’t eat just one slice from Piece. Start by ordering a flight of beer, and don’t worry about ordering enough to keep the munchies at bay. Even the medium pies here are generously sized, so you’ll always have more than enough. Come on karaoke night for some extra fun.
15. This Pizza Goes Out In A Blaze Of Glory
Blaze
953 W Belmont
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 348-6255
Yelp
4.5 stars, 176 reviews
For the best slice in Chicago on a slim time frame, head to Blaze of Glory. It’s the pizza world’s answer to fast food. Made from scratch and loaded with healthy ingredients, you’ll enjoy watching the assembly line put the pies together almost as much as you will your slice. And their eco-friendly packaging is just pepperoni on an already perfect pie.
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