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Pizano's Pizza

Pizzeria, Bar, and Italian Restaurant$$$$

The Loop, Chicago

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Pizano's Pizza

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Ranked #8 for deep dish pizza in Chicago
"Ask for the chach!!! Awesome waiter."(15 Tips)
"Food is great (try the deep dish pizza), atmosphere is nice."(44 Tips)
"Best pizza in Chicago -and really strong martinis!!!!"(5 Tips)
"Deep dish is outstanding and the thin crust is even better!"(26 Tips)

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Angie OsmanskiJune 13, 2015
My favorite Chicago style pizza. Definitely some of the best sausage! This place always has a line so it's not a bad idea to get there early, put your name in and wait 45 mins or longer.
Dave CostelloJuly 26, 2013
Exceptional service- speedy & friendly (thanks, Joe). We got seated right away & our drinks & appetizer came out lightning quick! Food is great (try the deep dish pizza), atmosphere is nice. Loved it!
Daniel CrumJuly 2, 2017
Oprah was definitely onto something with Pizano's, best thin(ish) crust pizza I've ever eaten. What's more is that the ingredients are on point. There's a certain "crunch" to the pizza that's unique.
Serious EatsMay 24, 2013
This location may attract hoards of tourists like no other restaurant in the area, but that's because it really does serve the best pizza.
Florante Peter IbanezJune 15, 2013
Great late night spot near my stay at the Palmer House Hilton .Great atmosphere and service.Had the Rudy deep dish and it was excellent with a glass of chianti.
Ruben GonzalezNovember 25, 2013
The deep dish here is fantastic! Take it from a Chicago guy. Service is bar none---but you have to get past the host first! When you arrive, be sure to ask for the Chach. He'll blow you away!
LaurasseinSeptember 11, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Two types of gluten-free pizza, gluten free pasta, and all of the best of the regular Italian favorites! Service is always A+ and portions are monsters! ❤️
MetroSeeker.comAugust 24, 2012
An easy walk from the Art Institute and Millennium Park, this place is full of sports memorabilia and an old-time Mom & Pop Italian restaurant vibe.
Grace KaneJanuary 10, 2016
Uncle Chach is the best! By far the nicest and most entertaining waiter I've ever had. He definitely makes the dining experience 100x better!
Paul HaggardApril 4, 2018
Thin crust pizza was fantastic and nearly identical to Lou Malnati’s, which makes sense given a Malnati founded this place. Fettuccine, fried ravioli were good but house salad and thin crust shine.
MetroSeeker.comAugust 21, 2012
The cheese deep dish is fantastic! Get the minestrone soup with the cheese melted on top as a starter. It's out of this world.
Nikkia J SmithMay 16, 2016
I got seated quickly.. The service was pretty quick. I had a pepperoni deep dish. It didn't look like a deep dish & the crust was very buttery & crispy. Overall I didn't like it that much.
Darius DavisMay 26, 2013
Marks thin crust. A tasty Margherita style pizza. Can run a little flat on taste at times, but a decent pie with tons of garlic! The crust is perfect!
Zach DanielJuly 16, 2013
Had a great time with our server Paul. Food and service were all simple but done extremely well. Famous and delicious food at reasonable prices. I'll be back for sure.
Michael DziadzkoAugust 25, 2015
Everything is good except pizza itself- someone who knows what the real Italian Pizza is would never call their culinary arts "pizza".
Stacey Thuman HillAugust 7, 2014
Great pizza experience in Chicago last nite. Loved the atmosphere and the pizza was absolutely phenomenal!!
RickJuly 3, 2013
Try the Mark's Special. I added peperoni. And Goose Island 312 beer.
AadityaSeptember 10, 2015
Had the veggie. It wasn't too great though. Prepare to wait it out for your pizza even if it's carry out (you can check out the Millennium park in the mean time) Cashier wasn't really friendly.
Vicky AneApril 26, 2016
Had pizza from Lou Malnalti's and it honestly did not compare to Pizano's. They also do not skimp on the alcohol. Definitely coming back here when I visit Chicago again.
Ashley MedinaOctober 18, 2014
Good'ol deep dish pizza with pepperoni and sausage. The food takes some time to cook but it's definitely worth the wait
SamSeptember 28, 2013
Best pizza in Chicago! I'm from out of town, and always make it a point to eat here when I visit the city!
AlisonApril 5, 2023
Looking for deep dish flavor without the commitment to a deep dish pie? Pizano’s has that malnati-style butter crust as a thin crust pizza. YUM! Highly recommend!
Ed BlonskiDecember 7, 2013
Thin crust pizza is very good. Service was exceptional. Our party of 10 was seated in 5 minutes with no reservations.
Spencer 🚶 DNovember 25, 2013
Loved the pastas here. Got the vodka one and gnocchi. So good! I was not impressed with the thin crust pizza. Kinda of bland IMO.
Chakita HolmesAugust 25, 2013
Make sure you order the Ann Marie Special or Robert Special pastas; both of them are to die for!
Cole TJune 20, 2017
Thought the deep dish was extremely good. Warm atmosphere. Beer list was not good. Have heard the thin crust is where they excel the most.
Priya TungrusAugust 22, 2015
Huge portion sizes! Try the deep dish pizza. The Chach was an great server!
Chicago Pizza ToursAugust 9, 2010
Been here 100+ times
I run Chicago Pizza Tours and we ALWAYS start at Pizano's. Deep dish is outstanding and the thin crust is even better!
Allison KaminskiJanuary 7, 2016
Love their butter crust on the deep dish. Go for their special
Diana ClarkeDecember 5, 2014
Delicious! Crowded but it you're a party of 1 you can easily fit at the bar right away! :)
A MJuly 2, 2021
Deep dish is perfectly cheesy and the thin crust is truly thin and crispy
Raffaello ChicagoMarch 27, 2014
Can't go wrong with any pizza, This is one of the original Chicago Pizzerias!
Ricky SherrillNovember 30, 2015
Good pizza and conveniently located close to hotels in Loop area. TheVUDE
Michael NealSeptember 30, 2022
Great deep dish pizza, no complaints. The take reservations which was a big plus.
Rachel PaprockiApril 28, 2013
Garlic cheese bread was amazing. Squash Ravioli portion was a lot smaller than expected, but tasted pretty good.
RickJuly 5, 2013
It's busy tonight but order ahead while you wait. Pizza takes awhile to make anyway so they'll get your order started.
jake wickeSeptember 12, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Pizanos pizza is by far the best Chicago style pizza in the city - it is a must stop for me every time I visit. Get the Rudy's special!
CarolAugust 31, 2015
Came with a group on a Friday afternoon and got a great table. LOVE the Rudy's thin crust
AnthonySeptember 13, 2012
Try the Pizano Burger With Red Peppers - Different, but good sweet flavor from the peppers
Falconsgirl630July 1, 2016
Waiter surprise my daughter with this desert so amazing
Dog BarkApril 30, 2013
The deep dish pizza inn this place will stop your heart! I'm not kidding, you'll be emergency room bound after 2 slices.
Andrea GinepriJanuary 15, 2015
Really great deep dish pizza. To try before your leaving from Chicago
Jenna BornscheinSeptember 22, 2013
Great pizza and wings! Sit at the bar- friendly and fast bartenders
Brandan OrtegaMarch 21, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Ask for Samantha to ensure great service. Come once a week with my buddies. Thin crust is amazing and the deep dish
Lauren LynnJanuary 13, 2014
Sausage and green pepper thin crust is great. Spinach&artichoke deep is heavy on spinach.
ISC ChicagoOctober 14, 2019
Love the atmosphere, but not exactly digging the lighting
Drew FreySeptember 15, 2013
Get the Mark's Special. Deep dish is the only way to go.
AlisonAugust 1, 2022
Excellent deep dish, their crust tastes very buttery. Delicious!
Alex WhiteAugust 11, 2018
Garlic bread was very delicious, pizza was disappointing. Half of the crust was soft, back half was hard as a rock.
Stacy MastersonMay 12, 2013
Homemade 4cheese tortellini with Alfredo sauce was AMAZING, best I've ever had.

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