Personal Deep Dish, Classic, 4.5/5: I can see why everyone recommends this place. Extremely crispy and the cheese and sauce ratio was perfect. We should've gotten the bigger one! The cheese did cool down quick. The only negative thing was the crust didn't taste buttery to me which is what they're known for, but that might've been what made the cheese balanced. Easily one of the best pizzas I've had. Small Thin Crust, Margherita, 4/5: Also very good but I like the deep dish better. The crust is very crunchy. The pesto will make your breath stink but worth it. Lowkey tastes like a lean cuisine pizza, since it has the flakey thin flatbread taste. Service was fast on a Friday night and the interior is super clean. read more

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Reluctantly came here as I am a big Giordano's fan since the late 80's (!!) and hadn't been to Chicago for a few decades... Quite busy, had to wait a good 20 minutes or so for a table...finally seated, server was friendly but really not attentive at all, saw her only to take out order, get the check and the 2 times we called her over... The bruschetta was EXCELLENT- taste, smell, mmmm, and the guy who brought it great. Sadly, I thought our deep dish was soupy/-too liquify and not very good.... Lots more waiting to get our check even though there were quite a few empty tables by now. One and done for me. read more

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So I came here with family last night we're in town from at Louis . I love deep dish and we must always have some when visiting . I decided to share a pizza with my brother and when he told me what he ordered I said ok . What I did not realize was that this pizza had no tomato sauce. I expressed my concern to the waitress Angela, she assured me there was tomato sauce . This is a photo of my pizza . There was 0 tomato sauce on this pizza . When I asked she made me feel inferior as if they would make a pizza without sauce , which they did . Won't be going back to this location. Also our drinks took 25 minutes to arrive . How shall I contact you . read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! From the moment we walked into Lou Malnati's, everything was outstanding. Our server, Grace, completely made the experience. She was hilarious, incredibly personable, and genuinely made us feel like we were her top priority. Her positive energy and friendly attitude turned a great meal into an unforgettable one. The food came out quickly, piping hot, and every single bite was perfectly seasoned. The Lou's Alfredo with ravioli was hands down the best I've ever had--rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious. The pizza was exactly what you hope for from Lou Malnati's: perfectly cooked, loaded with flavor, and worth every bite. Don't skip the Caesar salad--it was fresh, crisp, and the perfect start to the meal. And the ravioli crisps? Wow! Crispy, cheesy, and completely addictive. We were fighting over the last one! Between the incredible food, the fast service, and Grace's amazing personality, this was one of the best dining experiences we've had in Chicago. We'll definitely be back, and we'll be asking for Grace again if we're lucky enough to get her. Highly recommend! read more

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Not sure what we were thinking but we tried to dine in on a Friday night for 5 people. We got quoted an hour and 45 mins wait for a table. You walk in there's a tiny host stand to the right, in the middle there's a stairs leading to the dining room and take out area, and to the left there's a quick grab and go for cheese, sausage, and pepperoni. In the dining room it seemed like it was tight space but don't know we didn't walk in completely, only to the take out stand. Ended up ordering to go as it would have only taken 40 mins. Brought it across a 10 min walk back to the hotel. I'm not sure if it was because we brought it take out or what, i wasn't super impressed with the classic. It was my first bite into deep dish pizza. Don't get me wrong it was good, but not sure what the hype is. The crust was definitely thick and buttery and you could taste that. I was a bigger fan of the small Lou's pizza that we got. Felt like it had more flavors. Maybe next time I come back I'll eat it there and go in earlier. read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Large - Deep Dish Chicago Classic - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The gluten free deep dish was exceptional and absolutely worth trying. The restaurant has a very cute, underground vibe, and they even sell merch and T shirts if you're a fan and want to support the place. I'm taking off one star for a few issues. The prices are extremely high, and $10 for a can of High Noon felt excessive. Service was a bit inconsistent as well. When I asked about ciders, my waitress seemed unsure and said they didn't have any, but there was actually a cider available. We were also accidentally charged for someone else's meal and had to have the bill corrected. Despite those hiccups, the food was excellent, and I'd definitely come back for the gluten free deep dish. read more

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The deep dish at Lou's isn't too heavy and the crust is light and on the thinner side. The small pizza is perfect for two people to share. I had the Chicago Classic and there wasn't too much meat on the pizza. The Malnati salad was absolutely incredible and worth a visit just for it. The salad is slightly sweet, and has the perfect combination of blue cheese, crunchy bites, crisp greens, and other toppings. The personal size is huge and easily sharable between 2-3 people. The garlic bread needed more flavor, but the garlic marinara sauce it comes with was awesome. Make a reservation ahead of time as there were a lot of people waiting for a table on the weekend. They suggest calling to preorder your pizza ahead of time so the wait in-person isn't as long since the pizza takes a while to bake, but I tried calling a few times and was on hold for 25 minutes and wasn't able to get connected to anyone. read more

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2926.07.17 Overall: 3 Ambience: 2 Service: 3 Food: 3 Value: 3 We started in the bar because we arrived early for our reservation. Orlando, at the bar was quite friendly, the drinks were good, and the prices were reasonable. When our table was ready, we were seated in a cave like room with a family full of kids (not ours), it was shrill and the music was loud! As an appetizer we had garlic bread! It was really good! The marinara is excellent and the bread had a great combination of being soft and crunchy. Very tasty. Our meal order was Malnati Chicago Classic personal deep dish pizza to which I added pepperoni. The pizza was very good. It had crisp crust, great toppings. Very tasty. It did not convert me from a thin crust lover, but I can see how people would choose this if they grew up with it. The pasta was good. Maybe needed more marinara. It was mostly cheese and pasta. Notes: Tourist heavy! Lot's of kids. We are tourist, so hard to complain but I would go somewhere else for a higher end experience next time. They charged me for ice with my Glen Livet on the rocks. ? Weird. read more

Got takeout for lunch and ordered the small Chicago Classic. I ate two pieces and that was enough. It was so good when ordered well done. Can't wait to eat the other two later. read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Small - Deep Dish Chicago Classic - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's been about a decade since I was in Chicago last, and I had myself a hankering for some deep dish. As I was traveling solo I took advantage of the personal size deep dish pizza, and tried the Mike's Hot Honey. I ordered for a 7:30 pickup, and got there just on time. Just on time to wait 10 more minutes it would seem. Once I finally got my personal pizza which is about the size of my hand, I high-tailed it back the quarter mile to my hotel to eat it before it got cold. It did stay warm, and I ate it without even cutting it. It definitely had some spice to it. I enjoyed the pizza, and despite what looked like a pretty small size, it was actually plenty of food. A little pricey, just over $15. While I enjoyed it for what it was, it's not as good as I remember. I'm not sure if it's because of the smaller size or if deep dish just isn't what it used to be to me. read more

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Short wait (at about 2pm), the personal is perfect for 1 (hence the name). Great crust and The Lou has a good mix of vegetables and cheese. read more

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Came with a friend. The famous Lou Malnati's! You really need to make a reservation or be prepared to wait an hour. Bar seats first come first serve. We did that. We got lucky. We got 2 small pizzas - one thin one deep. My friend preferred the thin crust Mike's hot honey. I preferred the deep dish classic. Great crust on each. Very much worth the hype. Obviously local chains are also very good but you gotta try Lou's! read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Small - Thin Crust Mike's Hot Honey - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The pizza here is amazing. Very fresh, Big, and deep dish. Lots of different options for toppings. My favorite was the pizza with a lot of different meats, including bacon, sausage and ham. They do not stamp out on the portions of protein on the pizza. It was Cool how the servers would serve us slices at tableside. Everything was so fresh. The cheese was super cheesy. I got full off of only two slices. A good paying for your book. The salads were also good. Very big portions. It was pretty loud though inside. There were lots of people. Almost all the tables were taken. Very popular place. Would love to come back when I am in town visiting again. read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Our family loves deep dish pizza and when you're in Chicago you MUST try Lou Malnalti's. The pizzas are so good and I've never experienced bad service. Always friendly. The location on Michigan Avenue is a great place and close to numerous other attractions. The interior is spacious with plenty of seats, still, make reservations as this place is popular! read more

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Second time in Chicago, but first time at a Lou Malnati's which many of my friends/colleagues have spoken about and told me that I must go here. Well I did ladies and gents. I was staying at the Sheraton less than a mile away and opted to come visit this spot as folks told me to go get a Chicago style pizza when I visit and they recommended this spot. Which is funny, because my friend who is from Chicago told me he barely goes once a year to this locatio. The location itself is very bustling and busy. The bar is at the front and there are so many spots to sit around the back. The servers are wonderful and very upbeat. Pizzawise, i was expecting something more. I got both a pepperoni and a cheese pizza with the group and it just didn't hit the spot. There was too much sauce and the dough tasted a bit stale for a lack of a better word. read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First stop in Chicago, and it had to be deep dish and this spot delivered exactly what we were hoping for. There was about a 45-minute wait, but it was absolutely worth it. We ordered the small Mike's Hot Honey pizza and the Chicken Louie. The hot honey struck the perfect balance, slightly sweet with just a mild kick, without being overpowering. The Chicken Louie was rich, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying exactly what you want when indulging in cheesy pasta. Service really elevated the experience. Our server was attentive without being overbearing, checking in on us multiple times and making sure everything came out just right. Overall, a great first introduction to Chicago's deep dish scene. If it's your first time, this is definitely a solid place to start. read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Mikes Hot Honey - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I thought this was the perfect deep dish. Not too deep, and perfect buttery crust. I ordered it for delivery and when it came, it was still kinda warm which is great (though I was only 1 mile away haha). Now, I made it buttercrust and added full pepperoni and full sausage pieces. That ended up being the perfect amount of stuff to add for me. The size was perfect for personal, and I was extremely satisfied afterwards. For delivery, I would highly recommend. read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Personal Deep Dish Cheese with buttercrust, Full Sausage and Full Pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

First time for myself. What a treat. Deep dish Mike's Hot Honey. Perfect blend of crisp pepperoni and sweetness of the honey. Dough is nicely crisp and light. Bonus is that even being a deep dish, the dough is crisp. Love that!! Ceasar salad served family style was a great blend of dressing and romaine lettuce. And we loved the ravioli crisp. Nice amount of cheese within a round crispy pasta with very tasty marinara This place is one everyone needs to go and experience read more

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Visiting Chicago on business for the first time, I decided to try a Chicago quintessential food, the deep dish pizza. For many years I would see the current owner of this chain on morning talk shows and TV food shows espousing the gospel that is Chicago deep dish. Now. I realized there are a lot of opinions about who makes the best pie in this city. I was considering Pequods, Giordano's, Pizzeria Uno (mainly because it was the first) and Lou's. I went with Lou's mainly because of how enthusiastic the owner was on tv. Also, I know they can ship these pizzas frozen and if I liked it, I could order one to be delivered. After 30+ years of waiting to try it, here is my review. What a total disappointment. The pizza was garbage. I think Lou has drunk too much of his Kool-aid. Do I blame him for being a hype man? No. So, let's start with the ambiance of this location. The chairs are mismatched with the cushioning cracking on several of the chairs. Music that is loud. The place is otherwise clean. Now, let's talk about service I checked in for lunch. There was a 10 to 15 minute wait which seemed very reasonable. They pointed out there was zero wait at the bar. I also heard that the pizza takes 35 minutes to bake. I heard the host mentioned this to other people checking in that they could pre-order and cut down the wait time once you are seated. However, it was not mentioned to me and when I got up to get in the preorder line, there wasn't even anybody there taking pre-orders. I was sat down. I ordered the "express" deep dish pizza lunch. I don't know why they called express when it takes the same amount of time. After 10 minutes, they brought the side salad, which looked like it was made earlier that day. They also served it on a plate that was too small for the salad. Why am I saying it's too small? They serve it with whole rings of red onion that are thick and pretty much something that I think it should be cut. However, when you cut it, the salad flew off of the plate. The croutons tasted stale, which in retrospect does not surprise me. Now, onto the actual pizza. I think this is one of those Regional dishes that you just grow up eating and loving and defending. I grew up in California. I have lived in New York. The best way I can describe the crust is a stale Ritz cracker. The tomatoes, tomato sauce, cheese, and toppings taste like nothing special. It was good enough and I'm full. I was also disappointed that they did not serve the pizza in the iron pan but instead put it on a plate that was again too small. The butter knife they serve it with is not really sharp enough to cut through the stale crust. When I tried cutting into it, it slipped off the plate. Now, back to the service, I was not really checked on it all by my server. The only thing that happened was they gave me my check right away. Bottom line: Would I go back? No. Would I recommend it to my friends or family visiting the area? No I would tell them to try another place and report back. read more

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Oh boy, what can I say about it. I love Chicago style pizza. It was absolutely delicious. The service is good and the atmosphere was nice. I also like the lighting in the restaurant. We came at a busy it was around 5pm and it took about 35 to 40 minutes for us to get our pizza. But the waiter did tell us that it was going to be a wait so we expected that. If you've never been to Chicago, This is a must try restaurant.. read more

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So ever since i was introduced to Lou's years back, I always look for it when i come to chicago even if there is a girodanos closer to my location. I cant describe why i like it better, i just do. Im glad that they have the app no, which makes ordering much easier. This time i tried the hot honey pizza which i really enjoyed, it had that good balance of sweet and spicy. Not sure if i missed it on the menu but i thought Lou's had like a preset combo deep dish which i didnt see on the menu. Maybe it was just something that my friend had ordered last time and just added the extra toppings. Regardless, as much as it sounds corney, for a tourist, you really need to have chicago deep dish in chicago at least once on every trip. read more

When you're in Chicago, you absolutely must try the original thick pizza here. If you're searching for it on Google, I highly recommend this place. However, if you're looking for dining in, you might have to wait for almost an hour, unless you're lucky enough to find a spot. But if you're planning to order to go, that's a great option. You can enjoy your pizza outside, which is a refreshing change. read more

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It was the last day of our Chicago trip, so before we left to the airport we checked out Lou Malnati's, my friend Danielle mentioned that this was her favorite pizza shop in Chicago. I ordered a personal deep dish Mike's hot honey with butter, our server was nice, my other friend had their lunch special a personal deep dish and a salad while our other friends shared a personal deep dish and a penne with meat sauce. When our food came out, we were so ready, my pizza was extra cheesy, the dough was flavorful but it was a little crunchy, not what I was expecting. Also it was a little tough to eat at how hard the dough was. The flavor was good though, the toppings were spicy which the server did warn, but it was good amount of heat. My friends thought their food was fine, we thought it'd be a lot better. The restaurant is actually cool looking, lots of cute photos of the Malnati family, not sure if we had an off day, but I don't think I'd come back. read more

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The restaurant was nicely decorated. We ordered to go and the guy who took our order was very kind. Took 40 minutes to get our pizza. First time trying deep dish pizza and it was delicious! The classic had the sausage on top and was super flavorful. Had a great crust and sauce. Also taste great as leftovers! read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Medium - Deep Dish Chicago Classic - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I've never been the biggest deep dish eater living in MN - but we were told we had to try Lou Malnati's while in Chicago. We had both the Big Lou and the Pepperoni/Hot Honey option and both were quite good. Obviously very filling - so a medium took care of three of us. Pro tip - sign up for the rewards program to snag a free personal deep dish to go or if you want to try another style/type. read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

While visiting Chicago, I stopped into Lou Malnati's Pizzeria and grabbed a seat at the bar for a personal deep dish pizza. The pizza lived up to the reputation. The crust had that classic buttery, flaky texture, the sauce was bright and flavorful, and the cheese and toppings were generous without feeling over the top. Ordering the personal size was perfect since it let me enjoy a true Chicago deep dish without committing to a whole pie. The bartender was personable and easy to talk to, which made the experience even better. Sitting at the bar turned out to be a great option if you are dining solo or just want a more relaxed experience. If you are in Chicago and want to try deep dish, this is a solid stop. The pizza was excellent, and the service made the visit even more enjoyable. read more

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Excellent deep dish pizza but no vegan cheese option (2.5/5 Green Stars) Dropped in to Lou Malnati's and even though it was a Monday night the wait time for a table was 45 min. We placed an order to go and went to the bar to wait, but there were no seats available. Top tip: if this happens to you, walk to Rossi's dive bar on N. State St. for a drink while you wait. Anyway, the pizza - The Lou, deep dish - was excellent and not extortionate at $26 (before tax and tip). It's also good cold the next day ;) Lou and his wife Jean opened the first Lou Malnati's Pizzeria on March 17, 1971. There are now 60 locations in the Chicago area, 6 in Arizona, 5 in Wisconsin, and 6 in Indiana. The Lou signature pizza consists of spinach (with garlic, basil & onion), mushrooms, sliced Roma tomatoes and three cheeses on a garlic crust. Pity they don't do vegan cheese. I'm also giving Lou Malnati's 2.5 out of 5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact, based on the following: * Employees seem to be treated well. Lou Malnati's is consistently rated as one of the best places to work in Chicago. It also has a 3.9 rating on Glassdoor. * The company also supports fundraisers, neighborhood festivals, schools, youth programs, and cancer research (Lou Malnati died of cancer in 1978). * Pizza boxes do not contain PFCs although they do use heavy plastic bags for take-out. Would be better to ask people if they need a bag. * No vegan cheese option available - this is surprising. Why not keep some vegan cheese in the freezer for vegan customers? Cheese, unfortunately, has some of the highest environmental footprints (carbon, land, water) and offering vegan cheese would give customers the option to reduce their footprint. * Even bigger - drop the beef or offer a vegan equivalent. Lou Malnati's just introduced the "Italian Combo Beef-Za" this month. This is a bad move for the planet - beef is responsible for an astounding 10% of greenhouse gas emissions. We need to cut beef, not find new ways to sell it. read more

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It will be a long wait for your table and for your food, but it's worth it. Service is mostly okay, but you'll probably need to flag someone down for your check or a water refill. The "Lou" is FANTASTIC. What a (butter)crust. Insane stuff. I don't even like deep dish pizza. It's usually too heavy for me. But wowowow. I thought about returning again before the end of my trip, but didn't have time. Is it better than Pequod's? In my opinion, yes, but to be fair, I've only tried the Lou's here. That buttercrust. I'll dream of her. read more

Lou Malnati's came highly recommended by a Chicago native who was managing the line for a boat tour, so I felt confident giving it a try--and I'm glad I did. The ambiance has a great old-school feel that instantly makes you feel comfortable and at home. My server, Tony, was the absolute sweetest. Since it was my first visit, he was patient, helpful, and took the time to walk me through the menu. I truly hope I get him again the next time I come back. I ordered the Malnati Chicago Classic deep dish pizza. which was good and definitely a classic Chicago experience. That said, I couldn't take my eyes off the thin-crust pizzas--they're a little more my style. When I saw the person next to me get one, I knew I should've trusted my instincts! I'll definitely be ordering that next time. And of course, my little greedy self , I added a mini cookie cake for dessert. It was a great sweet ending to the meal. Overall, this was a great first experience. Between the cozy atmosphere, excellent service, and solid food, I'll absolutely be back to explore more of the menu--especially that thin crust. read more

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A trip to Chicago wouldn't have felt complete without trying the famous deep-dish pizza at Lou Malnati's. Every time I walked along the Riverwalk, I saw a huge crowd waiting outside, and I'd heard the wait could be up to two hours which is crazy!! To avoid the rush, I came on a weekday around 3:30 p.m. Even then, there was still about a 30-minute wait. Since I was dining solo, I was able to grab the last open seat at the bar, which worked out perfectly. The bartender was friendly, took my order right away, and gave me a heads-up that the deep-dish pizzas take at least 40 minutes to bake. I was expecting that, so I didn't mind the wait. One thing that really stood out was how massive the restaurant is. Even at 4 p.m. on a weekday, it was packed and the staff was constantly on the move. I ordered the small Margherita Pesto deep-dish pizza because I wanted to have leftovers for my flight later that day. The pizza was definitely different from any pizza I'd had before, and it was incredibly filling. Since this was my first deep-dish pizza, I can't really comment on how authentic it was, but I enjoyed it and was glad I had enough left over for another meal. Im happy I finally got to try one of Chicago's iconic deep-dish spots. read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Margarita pesto - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Absolutely our favorite deep dish in Chicago. A MUST each time we visit. This location gets very crowded and we've had to wait upwards of 1-hr a few times, bit definitely worth it. We always got for the Lou's or Chicago classic deep dish. A small is 4 slices and a medium is 6-slices. They have a nice selection of draft beers and the Caesar salad is a nice offset to the pizza too. One thing is missing though. They used to have a spinach loaf with tomato sauce. PLEASE BRING BACK THE SPINACH LOAF!! read more

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Met an awesome woman on my flight into Chicago yesterday. We had a whole discussion about food during our four hour fly over. Of course Chicago's famous deep dish pizza came up naturally. She strongly recommended that I try Lou Malnati's deep dish pizza. So the foodie that I am, I had to stop by. Ordered the Malnati Chicago classic. The order did take about 35 minutes, but I suppose this is expected given everything is made at time of order. I've had deep dish pizza once before which i recall wasn't impressive. However, this pizza was pretty darn good. To start the crust was a butter crust, perfectly crisp on the outside, but very chewy on the inside. Every bite produced a perfect crunch. Additionally the sausage was absolutely amazing layered into a rich tomato sauce and cheesy mozzarella. This is a must try for anybody visiting Chicago. Would love to come back and try their other selections. Interestingly they did have a margarita pesto pizza which I would love to try. I'll be sure to stop by next time im in town. read more

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Last night we ate at Lou Malnalti's and it was fantastic! We started by sharing a Minalti salad made with all fresh ingredients. It was the best! Then we shared a Classic deep dish pizza & an individual Margarita pesto pizza. Both were delicious, flavorful & baked perfectly. I had never eaten a deep dish pizza before but my husband ate here 10 years ago. We're visiting from California and he insisted to come here for dinner. Happily it's as good as he remembers from years ago. I loved it too... so much that we came back again tonight for more! Lucky to have been served both nights by Carlos who was super friendly, very attentive and helpful. Exceptional employees with consistent good food always brings back customers. Thank you Carlos & Milnalti's! read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Yummy Classic! - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This location is close to my office so I had my partner meet me here for a quick lunch. We are long distance so he was visiting and was leaving for the airport right after lunch. I was coming down for my lunch break. I know it's a pretty touristy spot but service was exceptionally slow for a lunch rush. Working in the area, I've been to a lot of nearby restaurants that value quick service during weekday lunch. Because of the proximity to my office and because my partner was visiting and wanted to get Chicago pizza at least once during his visit, we figured Lou's would be a good choice. I want to be clear that I understand pizza cooking time takes a while, which is expected and totally fine, but it was at least 15-20min before we were greeted and given waters. Luckily I had blocked off some extra time on my calendar so it wasn't too big of a deal but I probably won't come here to dine in on a weekday again. That said the food was great as always, and I appreciate that they always offer to pull out your first slice for you! read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Mozzarella Bites - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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For a group you probably need reservations or be prepared to wait. It was just be so I was able to grab a seat at the bar. First time in Chicago and really wanted to try the deep dish without having a get a pie I couldn't finish. Here they had personal pan pizzas which was great. Perfect size. My hand is in the photo for scale. The pizza took about a half hour to come out which the bartender had already told me how long it would take. Definitely a very lively atmosphere. This is my first deep dish so I can't compare it but I enjoyed it. Was pretty full after. read more

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My godson and his wife were in town from sunny Florida and we met them for dinner at Lou's on Michigan Ave. We made reservations for 7 pm and the place was packed!!! I was nervous we would not be seated immediately but we were!!! Our server was nice and attentive. He stopped by after handing out the menus and took drink orders. After the drinks came, he stopped by after a few minutes and we placed our order. We had a gluten allergy in the group and the server was able to give us recommendations on the wings. Since it is a shared fryer, he said they can bake them!!! Which was awesome. We ordered, deep dish (half cheese and half pepperoni) and a Margarita thin crust and bruschetta for appetizer (needed to save room for the pizza). And we topped off dinner with a Pizookie. The food came out quickly and was delicious. The pizzas were cooked to a temperature that gave a crispness to the pizzas and a nice cook with the cheese. The bruschetta was tangy and had the right seasonings. The wings looked scrumptious and was given a thumbs up. It was lemon-pepper style. Truthfully, I think it keeps the flavors versus it being deep fried. It looked a lot more juicy. Do I really have to describe the pizookie? Well, great as normal. The place was full of satisfied customers and people were having fun!!! Good times. Our Florida visitors were really happy and loved the food and experience. read more

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We can in after the architecture boat tour which is very close after you get off. We can in on a Thursday night around 8pm and the woman who checked us in said an hour wait and we accepted however only took 20 minutes. There's a lot of room downstairs. We had the wings which I thought were delicious and I probably could have another 10. My daughter had the personal Margherita pizza deep dish. She said it's better the Giordano's. My wife and other daughter had salad. My family devoured the cookie pizza for dessert. Our waiter was cool and on point. read more

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To me, it's the best deep dish out of all the major spots to try! I know it's a lot more cheese, but order those fried cheese balls! Holy shnikes! Amazing! read more

When in Chicago, you get deep dish pizza and when you do, you go to Lou Malnati's! This was my second time going to Lou's, but my first at this location on Michigan Avenue. For my wife, this was her first try at original Chicago deep dish. The pizza was fantastic! We ordered the Original Chicago which has sausage and cheese. Everything is prepared fresh so it takes about 30 minutes to make. Well worth the wait! Our hotel also gave us a voucher for a free bruschetta appetizer and that was excellent as well! We sat at the bar and the bartender, Rolando, was super helpful on ordering and also suggesting things to do while visiting Chicago. Great time here! read more

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Oh. My. Gawd. Our son's girlfriend grew up in Chicago and she recommended Lou's to us, and we are so glad she did! The line was too long to eat inside, so we headed downstairs to place our order to go. We still had a significant wait, but it was certainly worth it! We ordered a small and it was plenty for us. We got plates from them and took a seat outside to admire the surroundings and enjoy our prize. There was the perfect crust topped with SO MUCH CHEESE and just the right amount of sauce. Was it the best pizza I'd ever had? Quite possibly. read more

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