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    Pequod's Pizza

    3.9 (8.9k reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Lots of toppings!
    Portia O.

    I ordered a personal size and my goodness, that is a lot of pizza! I appreciated the generous portion of onions and jalapeños on the pie. I got it well done and the crispy crust was the best part. It's definitely a large portion of pizza and enough for two people to share. Be patient when ordering because it takes about an hour!

    Cheese Corners
    Helen C.

    Pequod's is one of THE classic spots for a deep dish in Chicago and we were able to snag at 8:30 PM reservation just a few days before Friday night. I will note that we ended up waiting an additional 20 minutes before actually being seated and the pizzas have up to an hour wait if the restaurant is busy, so we actually got our pizza at about 9:30 PM. Cheese Corners: Some extremely standard triangle shaped cheese bites. Did come out piping hot with a good crunch and cheese stretch, which was nice, but definitely felt like a Sysco-esque appetizer. Deep Dish Pizza: The crust actually had almost a nice crisp at the bottom and a ton of cheese. Tomato sauce had amount of sweetness and they're very generous with the toppings. Overall, if you don't go crazy on the toppings, it's a solid deal and definitely a top tier deep dish experience. Just make sure you have a reservation and that you aren't in a rush.

    Jeannette L.

    Before my trip to Chicago, a coworker told me, "You must get Pequod's while you're out there." While we had a packed itinerary, I made sure to fit in time to and I'm glad I did! I've had deep dish pizza before, but I was not prepared for this - the real deal. Pequod's was the right choice. We ordered two pies - a half vegetable and half plain pie, and a meatball pie. Honestly, we should have just got one pie because it was so much. It was delicious, but it was A LOT! We had leftovers for days.

    Dominique D.

    SO GOOD! This was my first time trying Chicago deep dish and it did not disappoint. The service was great and our server was super helpful answering questions. The inside was cool with plenty of seating. Make a reservation ahead of time so you don't have to wait for a table to free up. The pizza does take about 45 mins to come out so be prepared to wait but it's so worth it. We ended up getting a bunch of toppings on a medium pizza which was perfect for two or three people. The pizza was fresh and the cheese was 10/10. Can't wait to try again during my next visit!

    Deep Dish!!
    Susan Z.

    The wait time can be so long here, but the pizza is phenomenal and I'm all for it! I love deep dish and a good solid pizza and Pequod's delivers! A slice is a lot but it's so good that you end up eating more. You can also reserve via Tock, but beware that the normal dinner time can be booked out early! We got seated immediately upon check-in and service was nice and fast! Definitely prefer the deep dish over the thin here. My party just wanted to try the thin here as well since we've tried deep dish and like it.The wings were a little small (some pieces) but fried crispy and nicely with good buffalo and barbecue flavor. Until next time!

    12" Medium Pan Pizza with Extra Pepperoni and 1/2 Jalapeno
    Mark G.

    Arrived at 10:30am on a Friday morning and we were first in line. People started trickling in afterwards and by the time they opened there were maybe 15 in line. Didn't seem like we needed a reservation even though we were asked if had one. Well if you were looking for a divey atmosphere, from the state of the bathrooms to the flat Diet Pepsi, ya found one here. Clearly this place has turned into a tourists' sanctuary, but that didn't stop the staff from giving us exceptional service. We ordered a medium pan pizza with extra pepperoni (the extra was a mistake and unnecessary lol) and half jalapeno with a half Caesar salad. The salad was.... a salad, nothing to write home about but completely essential to help cut the richness of the pizza. The pizza, Oh Lordy, what an undertaking. I don't think I'm qualified to judge a deep dish pizza, because I've had it only once or twice before. The crust was fine, the sauce wasn't sweet, the pepperoni was crispy the way I like it, and the best part was the crispy edges. It's just such a massive amount of food, just one slice almost sent me over. But it did feel like we got the quintessential Chicago deep dish experience that we were looking for. So look, we are totally glad we came. Just not sure if my arteries could do it again.

    Tatiana R.

    Pequods is amazing! This is a fork and knife, cheese pulling experience only for the brave. Chicago deep-dish pizza really does live up to the hype, just don't expect "regular pizza." It's gonna be heavy, take 30-45 minutes to bake, and one or two slices will fill you up so be prepared. Trust me it's all worth it. I went to both Perquod locations, and this one has such lovely city vibes. So many people told me to check them out. The service was great. I love that this location has two stories. This pizza is incredible as always. Already planning another trip back and I can't wait!

    Angelo B.

    I used to have a lot of deep dish pizza back in the day when I visited Chicago more frequently. But its been a while, and this is my first time trying Pequods. Its a little far from the city, so got the pizza delivered (I'd heard that the pizza is still good after being delivered). It was totally fine, and I'm sure it was very close to the in store pizza. Really enjoyed it. Perfect ratio of meat to cheese to crust. Loved the sauce too. Small size is big enough for 2 Malnatis may have slight edge but this is my 2nd favorite.

    Sabrina C.

    BLUF: LONG wait (45+ mins for 1 pizza). GREAT pizza. A must. Food (5/5): We got 1 pizza to share. Pepperoni & black olives. The pizza is a deep dish, scorching hot, and absolutely delicious. 1 small pizza (4 slices) is enough for 2 people. Service (4/5): Service was good. We got asked if we made a reservation on a Thursday at 1:30pm... we didn't, but were seated almost instantly. They were packed with people, so we didn't get to interact with our server much besides ordering. They take a lot of delivery-app orders, so the front desk guy (GM) was CONSTANTLY dealing with that while eating lunch, bussing tables, and helping at the bar. It was impressive to watch. We had a 45 min wait for 1 pizza because it was lunch time and completely packed. Ambiance (5/5): Crowded so plenty of people watching. It's a typical bar, so nothing special.

    10" Small Pan Pizza with bell peppers, Italian sausage, mushrooms, and garlic
    Leah G.

    We made a reservation, which definitely helped make sure we could be seated promptly. We came over the summer, and the whole place was VERY hot inside. However, the food was well worth it! We got the tossed salad with the creamy garlic dressing (delish!) and a pan pizza with sausage, mushrooms, garlic, and bell peppers. It was sumptuous. The dough was lighter than I expected in density, and the caramelized crust was so tasty too! Overall, we had a fun time!

    MaDonna W.

    We had our pizza to go. The place is very small, you can tell it is loved by all of the locals. Unfortunately, they had wrapped our pizza in foil. When we arrived a few minutes later, it was soggy on the bottom. The marinara sauce that they use is delicious so much flavor. I think we'll have to go back and eat our pizza in house

    Diane V.

    My hubby & I treated our "sudden" guests from Paraguay to deep dish pizza on Thursday (6/18). Due to all the hype I've heard and read for a couple years about Pequod's in Lincoln Park, we took them there. We still prefer Lou Malnati's, hands down. Hubby & I shared a salad... I make better salads and dressings! We ordered a large pan pizza which was overly salty with burnt crust edges. The cheese and tomato sauce were really good, but the saltiness killed it for me. The place was packed and very noisy. Not sure if it was quieter on the second floor. When you have lots of customers, it's important to have a system of checking the status of the restrooms very often. They were quite neglected. We often have out-of-town and foreign guests to host and show off our city to. We always include a deep dish pizza meal for their experience, and usually at Lou Malnati's. Always a great experience, especially the branch in downtown Naperville- consistently good. And Lou's really makes the best salad than anywhere! Sometimes for a potluck contribution I just pick up a Lou's salad, guaranteed to make everyone happy. However, our guests enjoyed the pizza and dessert; thus, I can give 3 stars for our experience at Pequod's.

    Double pepperoni. WOW

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    Ask the Community - Pequod's Pizza

    Are y'all byob?

    They are currently not BYOB unfortunately but they have some of the best pizza in town

    Are dogs allowed?

    NOPE...only four legged kind...

    Are you open on the 4th of July?

    Yes

    Parking hours? On street or paid?

    Street

    How is the pizza when you do take out? Does the crust get soggy? Do you ask to not have it cut?

    It may get a little soft, but not a big deal. As long as your not traveling an hour

    Is there a vegan deep dish pizza?

    They don't use eggs or milk for the dough or sauce. It's vegan until you add cheese is how they say it.

    Any gluten-free options?

    Yes. They have salad.

    My favorite pizza...trying to decide between reheating a takeout pizza or doing one of the par-bakes, which has turned out better for you all?

    Order a 10inch frozen pizza

    Do they take precautions during Covid?

    Yes ! 100% They will check your temperature at the door. Social distancing is a must.

    How much do they charge if you'd like to add multiple toppings? I see the price to add 1 topping

    Each topping is just the same price added on

    Since the whole COVID thing happened, do we need a reservation now?

    Please

    Do you have to order pizza in advance, do you have to call ahead?

    Yes in most days and nights

    How many people does a large pizza serve...pan and thin crust?

    Pan Pizza (cut into slices; average person eats 2 slices) Large 14" - Feeds 3-4 people (8 slices)… 

    Has anyone tried the frozen pizza - cooked on your stove at home?

    Yes, had it delivered. Seemed pretty decent. But also I have not had it fresh at the restaurant yet so I can't compare.

    Does this place do delivery?

    Yes, they do deliver. You will want to allow plenty of time for a 2 to 3 hour wait on a busy evening. They will give you a good estimate of the delivery time, and usually come in well before their promise. Here is information from their website:… 

    What is the difference in choosing Morton Grove location vs. Chicago?

    We have 2 restaurants

    Why don't you have online ordering options? GrubHub, Slice, or simply your own website?

    Sorry but we don't

    How long is the wait for a seat on a Thursday night?

    Definitely depends on the ppl in your crowd and if there is a sporting event going on.

    Does this place take reservations?

    Sorry but we dont. Only priority seating requests

    Does the kitchen open for late night on either Friday or Saturday (i.e. past midnight)?

    2am

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