The Best Pizza in Chicago

National and international chains of pizzerias have cropped up around the concept of "Chicago Pizza" to varying degrees of success, but nothing beats authentic Chicago pizza made at authentic Chicago pizza restaurants. The best pizza in Chicago is determined, not just by the flavor of the pie, but by the consistency of the ingredients, the vibe of the location, and the executive chef's commitment to quality and excellence. The true "Chicago pizza" experience, then, is immersive in nature—reflective of its neighborhood, its city, and indeed, its chef. Whether someone is looking for a traditional deep-dish pie or wants to be adventurous, they're bound to find something to to fit the bill. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out? Welcome to our Tastemakers List. We’ve pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable’s most expert, seasoned diners. Impress your friends and family and score a table; we wish we could join you.

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10 Restaurants

Updated January 28, 2021

Restaurants:	RPM Italian - Chicago, Nonnina, Via Carducci - Wicker Park…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$$
Cuisines:	Italian…
Neighborhoods:	River North (Chicago), Bucktown / Wicker Park…

RPM Italian - Chicago

$$$$

Italian

River North (Chicago)

4.7

11029 reviews

Conveniently located in the River North district of Chicago, RPM Italian prides itself on its modern approach to traditional Italian dishes. And that "modern approach" extends to its pizzettes, or individual pizzas, which are not your standard issue pizzeria pies! Their take on pepperoni pizza features charbroiled meats and spicy tomatoes, and their mushroom pizza is made of succulent cremini mushrooms with truffle & fontina fonduta.

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Nonnina

$$$$

Italian

River North (Chicago)

4.7

2521 reviews

Deriving its name from the affectionate name for "grandmother" in Italian, Nonnina—just like its name suggests—stays true to traditional Italian culture. Featuring slick, monochromatic decor and expert plating, Nonnina makes our list of the restaurants serving the best pizza in Chicago because of its commitment to authentic Italian flavors. Few things are more authentically Italian than the sausage and rapini (a type of bitter broccoli that's a "relative" of the collard green) pizza, which is made with fiori di latte (a fresh cheese), crumbled sausage, rapini, and topped with chili flakes.

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Via Carducci - Wicker Park

$$$$

Italian

Bucktown / Wicker Park

4.8

546 reviews

Via Carducci is a restaurant that pairs regional Southern Italian cuisine with the finest imported wines. For the pickier patrons who prefer to have something tried and true, Via Carducci also has an extensive pizza menu. The pizza Rustica is a delightful treat, and features figs, caramelized red onions, and gorgonzola cheese topped with extra virgin olive oil. For something much heartier, try the Roma, made with sausage, mushrooms, onions, mozzarella and provolone cheeses, extra virgin olive oil, and tomato sauce.

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il Porcellino

$$$$

Italian

River North (Chicago)

4.7

3513 reviews

Taking its name from a popular comfort food in the Tuscany region of Italy, il Porcellino—located in the trendy River North district of Chicago—originally made its name in the region by offering some of the best Italian food in Chicago. But now, it's made our list of the restaurants offering the best pizza in Chicago for its diverse and eclectic pizza menu. Their Sicilian style pizzas are made with burrata (a creamy cheese with a mozzarella shell), or mushrooms and pancetta (a type of prosciutto), and their crusts are just luscious as their ingredients.

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The Florentine

$$$$

Italian

Downtown / Loop

4.5

1177 reviews

Boasting itself as the "local Italian kitchen" of the area, The Florentine is located in the downtown/Loop district of Chicago, making it well-known among the locals. Unafraid to try new things with fresh ingredients, The Florentine expresses its creativity on its pizza menu, where one can find a brussels sprouts pizza with apple, caramelized onions, pancetta, gorgonzola dolci, and saba.

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Quartino

$$$$

Italian

River North (Chicago)

4.6

9582 reviews

Rustic decor and rustic food are both on the menu at this River North district favorite, which is the creation of Hugo Ralli, Steve Lombardo (owners of Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse, Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House, LUXBAR) and Executive Chef/Partner John Coletta. Noted for its patio seating (which is on a first-come, first serve basis), Quartino also has a noted Neapolitan pizza menu, which features such local favorites as the Campania pizza, made with fonduta, homemade ricotta, oven-roasted cherry tomatoes, and hand-torn basil.

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Carmine's Chicago

$$$$

Italian

Gold Coast / Streeterville

4.4

5552 reviews

Few things are more authentically "old Chicago" than Carmine's Chicago, conveniently located in the Streeterville district of the city. This fantastic Chicago pizza restaurant is also part of The Rosebud Group of restaurants, and features live entertainment every weekend. For a good pizza, try their Rosebud Specialty Meatball Pizza, which is made of hand-rolled baby meatballs made fresh on the premises, homemade ricotta, and fresh basil.

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Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

$$$$

Italian

Highland Park

4.6

936 reviews

Bella Via is the only restaurant on this list that is also a banquet hall, where it hosts special events like bar and bat mitzvahs. This, then, makes Bella Via a viable option for patrons with large parties, or patrons who want to have a special event at a pizza restaurant. The Bella Via pizza Napolitana is simple, yet authentic, in its delivery, and it's easy to see why it's one of the most popular offerings on the menu.

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Saranello's

$$$$

Italian

Wheeling

4.4

4900 reviews

Located in the Wheeling/North Suburbs district of Chicago, Saranello's offers a rustic, simple decor, which serves as an interesting backdrop for its extensive and authentic menu that offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Saranello's makes a Roman-style pizza, which is made with "artisan flour & an ever-so-slow fermentation process." There are gluten-free pizza options available, as well.

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Robert's Pizza and Dough Company

$$$$

Pizzeria

Gold Coast / Streeterville

4.8

1199 reviews

Our perspective is coming soon. In the meantime, please enjoy the restaurant’s description: Robert's Pizza and Dough Company serves it's award winning thin-crust artisanal pizzas with fresh and unique ingredients.

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