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Chicago Deep Dish: Where to Order for National Pizza Day
February 9 is National Pizza Day, and in case you haven't heard, we happen to know a thing or two about pizza here in Chicagoland. Our real estate agents are here to share the best spots in the city to order a pie, from the iconic Chicago deep dish to the locally beloved tavern-style pizza.
Best Deep Dish Pizza in Chicagoland
With its thick, buttery crust that houses layers of molten cheese, deep dish pizza is a Chicago icon. This famous—some might say infamous—pie is loved by many and hated by some (especially those who insist it's not what "real" Chicagoans eat). But when it's done right, deep-dish pizza is truly a thing of beauty. And these places definitely do it right.
Giordano's - Chicago, IL
Address: 730 N. Rush St., Chicago, IL 60611
A classic pie place that serves some of the most decadent (and photogenic) deep dish pizzas in Chicagoland, Giordano's is known for pizzas that are stacked architectural marvels of cheese-stuffed greatness. Giordano's has become an ever-growing chain, but the classic Gold Coast outpost of this old standby remains one of the best places to indulge in cheesy perfection.
Labriola - Chicago, IL
Address: 535 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611
A relative newcomer that opened its doors along the Magnificent Mile in 2015, Labriola has quickly earned a name for itself in the pizza world. Their deep-dish pies feature a rich, focaccia-style dough that is layered with mozzarella before baking for maximum crunch and caramelization, and the best word for the toppings is "generous."
Lou Malnati's - Lincolnwood, IL
Address: 6649 Lincoln Ave., Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Founded in the Chicago suburb of Lincolnwood by Lou and Jean Malnati in 1971, Lou Malnati's represents the beginning of a decades-long deep-dish legacy. Although the restaurant has expanded to dozens of locations throughout Chicagoland and beyond, the original Lincolnwood location is still a special place to experience the classic deep-dish pie (or a thin-crust alternative).
Pequod's Pizza - Chicago, IL
Address: 2207 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago, IL 60614
With its well-worn dive-bar ambiance, Pequod's Pizza is a Chicago favorite that's been serving pizza in the Lincoln Park neighborhood since 1970. Their deep-dish pies are known for their light, airy dough and perfectly caramelized crust. Personal pan-sized pizzas are available for solo diners.
Chicago Tavern-Style Pizza
If deep dish isn't for you, then Chicago tavern-style might be right up your alley. Originally developed in local bars to encourage drinking, this thin pizza has an almost cracker-like crust, cut into squares with toppings spread from edge to edge. Some say it's Chicago's real signature pizza, and here's where you can get the very best.
Vito & Nick's - Chicago, IL
Address: 8433 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60652
Family-owned on Chicago's South Side since 1932, Vito & Nick's specializes in thin-crust pizza. Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives and repeatedly voted the best in Chicago, this is the perfect place to discover tavern-style pizza at its finest.
Pat's Pizza - Chicago, IL
Address: 628 S. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60605
Pat's Pizza is the continuation of a pizza tradition started by Nick Pianetto Sr. at the original Pat's Pizza on Sheffield Avenue in 1950. The newer Clark Street location along Printer's Row in the South Loop makes super-thin, tavern-cut pies with the perfect combination of crunch and chew. Pat's is especially known for its next-level sausage pizza.
Contact us today to learn more about celebrating National Pizza Day in Chicagoland. Our real estate agents are here to help you find your dream home with a great Chicago pizza place right around the corner!
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