Love this place!! Wonderful ppl!! The best pizza in Chicago ( for me)!! It's a hidden gem, found it by accident. Great ppl serving great pizza!! read more

Absolutely, 100% the best slice in Chicago! I'd put this slice against any of the GREAT NYC spots. Give it a try, it won't disappoint.

Honestly one of the best east coast pizzas in the neighborhood! No frills just simple but delicious pizza. They got the crust, sauce and topping ratios just right. The crust has a nice crunch but still chewy bite. It holds the sauce and ingredients well. The sauce is flavorful. They have slices: cheese, pepperoni, sausage and veggies. You can order your whole pizzas ahead. The owner Mike and staff are soo nice and welcoming. You can tell they care about their customers and their product. The one time I came too late for a slice, Mike was like call me next time and I'll save one for you. Lol no bother it's ok. I always say I'll have a slice with my soda, but honestly I end up getting 2 slices! The slices are already huge. That's how good they are. Honestly just get a whole pizza lol. Hours are limited. Closed Monday/Tuesday. Open Wednesday-Sunday 4pm-8:30pm. read more

Pizza Amelia - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I'm pretty picky about pizza, but Pizza Amelia definitely earned its five stars. It's clear they focus on quality and simplicity, and honestly, this might be my current favorite pizza in Chicago for this style. What stands out is how balanced everything is. The crust is perfectly crisp with no flop, holding up great to the toppings. It's the kind of crust you want to eat every last bite of. Then there's the cheese. It's incredibly flavorful, not just your average mozzarella. That really makes a difference and sets Amelia apart from other pizzerias I've tried. Even though the menu is simple, that's actually a good thing here. It lets the high-quality ingredients shine. If you're looking for a really good, satisfying pizza, definitely give Pizza Amelia a shot! 4.62 stars read more

Pizza Amelia - Sausage and Pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good pizza, super nice owner and workers. Always respectful and nice. Always a good experience. Keep it up guys! Can't go wrong with any toppings. Parking is easy enough. Good for takeout too. read more

Stopped in for the first time for some slices. The owner Mike was super attentive, making sure we got large slices and let us try their Italian Ice. Pizza was hot, fresh, and a great value. Will have to try their whole pie next time. read more

Pizza Amelia - Pepperoni slices - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

From the Northside to the Southside, I've been to many pizza joints and this spot is one of the best I've had in 2025! Situated in Roscoe Village.. it's a small shop that's only open Wednesday-Sunday from 4-8:30 pm and all they offer is 16" pizzas and soda. The dough is amazing and best described as a hybrid between New York & New Haven style? They use all quality ingredients with their sauce made from Stanislaus whole peeled tomatoes, Grande Mozzarella cheese, Ezzo Pepperoni, etc. Don't expect to find pineapple or even giardiniera here as they only offer 5 different toppings; sausage or pepperoni/ onions, mushrooms or green peppers! A two topping pizza will set you back about $30/ must try joint. Talk later read more

When people were saying Pizza Amelia is the best pizza in the city I thought it was a farce, but let it be known, the people are not lying. These pies are the perfect mix of NY and Chicago style pizza, fat standard cut slices, large enough to fold (if you know you know) on a slightly chewy thin crust, but not cracker thin, with perfectly portioned toppings and the finest ingredients. I ordered pickup and was notified through Toast when the order completed. The restaurant worker, who I assumed is the pleasant owner everyone raves about greeted me. Before I left he shaved fresh Parmesan on my pizza and sent me away with delicious lemon italian ice, he even got the door for me; talk about service. The taste was out of this world delicious, I ordered the mozzarella/tomato sauce with sausage and pepperoni. The ingredients are fresh, the pizza is delicious and yes I may have danced a little with the first bite (as you should when the food makes you smile)! I will definitely be returning. Ample street parking for pickup. Don't park in the lot, even though Apple Maps says to, the lot is NOT owned by the restaurant. Thank you, Pizza Amelia I will shall see you and your delicious pies again soon. read more

So glad to have this great new pizza spot on Roscoe Street serving east coast pies and slices that remind me of so many spots I used to frequent back home in New Jersey. New York style pizza has come a long way here in Chicago, with places like Zaza's rivaling some of the best pizza back home. But, of course, while the quality is great, the price is steep. There's Jimmy's, which used to be the only act in town, but they too have suffered from staggering prices and a noticeable dip in quality and freshness. Enter Pizza Amelia, using quality ingredients and constantly tinkering with their recipe at this early stage, serving up really good pizza at very reasonable prices. They nailed the crust, a sort of in-between New York and New Haven crunch. It's got a nice flavor to it as well, which is a welcome change from so many places in the city that attempt this style. The cheese to sauce ratio is excellent, and the sauce itself is very well done, well seasoned with just a little tang. The cheese is good, but, to me, it's a little overdone, particularly on the full pies. You want some cheese pull, and this really doesn't have that. Maybe that's a function of the New Haven influence, but I feel like it would elevate the pie for sure. Having had both, right now I'd say the slices are actually a little better than the pies. Maybe they're a little fresher, but they do have a little cheese pull and are far less greasy. I said Amelia reminds me of many a New Jersey spot, and boy, that grease on the pie was another example. You definitely need a few paper towels to sop some of that up. Pizza Amelia isn't a 5 star pizza spot yet, but I feel like they can get there. And, honestly, even if they don't, they have a customer for life in me. Like the east coast cousin to their neighbor Bartoli's, it isn't the absolute best pizza you have ever had, but you know what you're getting every time you go - quality, delicious pizza made with care at affordable prices. Looking forward to seeing how they grow - would love to see them offer a white pie option, and maybe play around with some other east coast styles (how about a Trenton pie?). read more

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One of the best pizzas in the city. Cheese had great flavor and the crust was crisp and crunchy. It was easy to eat multiple slices. Staff is very friendly and treat their customers well. A family friendly run business. Italian ice was also really good. Great way to end a meal. Will definitely be apart of our family meal rotation. Just an FYI If you're going to order a pie, make sure to call ahead. read more

Pizza Amelia - Cheese pizza - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We had some friends stop over last week and needed to figure out a quick bite. I saw this place getting worked on while I went to get my Jimmy John's orders and lo and behold they were finally open. The guy behind the counter was super jazzed to have us in. He gave one helluva handshake and that alone will give em five stars. Like if these are the same hands that work the dough, I know I'm in for a treat. The inside has a few seats but you'd be better off taking it to go. Not really a place for big groups, but I'm sure if you needed it, they would find a way to make it work. There were people in there maxing on single slices, so I assume they sell by the slice. We got a cheese pie and a pepperoni & sausage pie to go. It was a really solid pizza. You could taste the quality of the ingredients. If you're in the Roscoe Village area, check, check, check it out! read more

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Might be one of the best East Coast style pizzas in the city. Simple, quality ingredients. Staff is always super nice, even when they are slammed, which is often. read more

The pizza here is amazing! We were looking in the window after a neighborhood art show. Amelia's was closed and they were cleaning up -but David & Jose invited us in and made us a delicious pizza! David's crust is perfect and Jose's excellent sauce is the perfect compliment! The pizza was balanced, seasoned & fresh. And they are both incredibly nice guys- we'll definitely be back! Good to know there's great pizza in the neighborhood! read more

If you want the best New Haven style pizza in the Chicago area, this is your place. I've gate kept this spot for a while, but because of these atrocious negative reviews on this place a proper review was needed to put that to rest! 11/10, and Mike is the man! read more

Pizza Amelia - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pizza-5 stars- I love NYC style pizza and their pizza is top-notch. But- they close at 8:30? On Saturday night? I get how much everyone loved "Covid" hours, but that was 5-6 years ago. The world (and the city)is OPEN. I get not being open late-night, but 8:30pm? At least on the weekends stay open until 10pm read more

Couldn't wait to try this place- First, the staff were awesome and so friendly. The pizza was huge and the perfect thickness. Definitely going back again read more

mike is a staple of the community, best thin pizza in chicago by a wide margin. thank you for your service sir

Friendly owner, great thin NY style za! Our favorite in the city. Will for sure be back!

Full disclosure- I don't eat cheese. BUT, I'm a huge pizza lover and order it everywhere I go from Chicago to New York to Italy. And, I brought two friends with who do eat cheese, so my review is summing up the total experience. First off, the guy running the place, pretty sure he said his name is Mike, seems like a really good dude, hard-working and enthusiastic. How many times have we all gone into a place where it almost seems like they're pissed that you're bothering them..... the exact opposite here. My two buddies absolutely loved their pizza. Said that everything from the dough to the sauce to the cheese to the sausage and pepperoni were without question the best they've had in Chicago in many years. I felt the same way about my no cheese sausage pizza. I did mention to Mike that I always order my pizza well done, but he talked me out of it. He told me that they do a charred crust and it would most likely be great without being well done, but he could always put it back if needed. He ended up being correct. It was perfect. The dough was incredible.- I could've just eaten plain dough for hours. The sauce was perfect, not too acidic. The sausage was fantastic. Just a perfect pizza. And, they have Italian ice, which in early November still works perfectly. The only downside is that it's about a 40 minute drive for me. But I just need to figure out how to squeeze in more trips to Roscoe Village. Great job Pizza Amelia.....the best in the city.... read more

Incredible pizza. Owner is a standup guy. Worth your time and money to support this stellar small business!

This is the best pizza in chicago. Nothing comes close. High quality, fresh ingredients. This pizza would go toe to toe with the top pizza places in nyc. 10/10. So good. read more

Quick and easy with simple and fresh ingredients. Amazing addition to the neighborhood. read more

Pizza Amelia - Pepperoni, green pepper, onion - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pizza guys through and through- you can just tell they have sauce in their veins. Bring more of your east coast pizza friends please. Simple Za with great ingredients. Coming from a sauce guy the cheese on this pizza is tops. If I were to open a joint this is how I would do it- 1 size pizza, 5 ingredients, water, soda. That's it, that's the menu. Love it. I ordered twice in two days and if I had to nitpick just a little... yesterday I ordered well done and today I got it just how it comes. For my taste somewhere in between the two is the sweet spot. Of course everyone's taste is different and no cook is exactly the same so...Nevertheless 5 star pizza and probably in the top 5 east coast pizza joints in Chicago for me. In the conversation with Zaza and Piece. Welcome to the hood. read more

Excellent pizza and service. The atmosphere is very welcoming and friendly. We'll definitely be back!

Delicious. Crunchy and flavorful pizza. Guys were homies too- offered and gave me and extra slice because mine was a little on the small side read more

Very good Pizza! Love the Crust and the sauce! They also have really good Italian Ice! This place has a great vibe! Old School! Love it.

It's a certain type of pizza. Pretty good. We were satisfied with it as something new to try. Less cheese, and sparse toppings (sausage), but a good balance highlighting the crust which is different - a little tougher than I like personally. I'm still searching for a better pizza, but you may really like this one read more

Was craving some crispy hot melty pepperoni pizza on this cold wintery evening and boy did Pizza Amelia deliver! The crust is so delicious and crispy and soft at the same time, the herbs and the cheese and fresh tomato sauce are exactly what I needed plus the delicious pepperoni to top it off. Mike was very nice and treated me well. I can't wait to order a whole pie to share with friends next time. Update: I just took out my pizza Amelia slice at 1:40 AM. Put it on a paper plate stuck it in the microwave for a minute. The bottom of the pizza is completely dry not soggy at all. Best leftover pizza dough ever. read more

Simple, basic, perfect! It's exactly how an east coast pie should be. I think I just found my go-to pizza place.

Got delivery from these folks on Saturday night. Saw the reviews on Google which are awesome and walked by with the pup on Roscoe, smelled great. Did not disappoint. Love to have another pizza option in the neighborhood that is different from anything else. Sausage, green pepper, onion was fantastic. Will be back again soon read more

Pizza Amelia - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've ordered from here probably about 5 times at this point and, each time I go, the more I want to go back. The owner describes the pizza as a mix between NY Style and New Haven, with a heavier influence of the latter. It's great pizza -- period. But as a New York guy, I love the feel of the pizzeria. It's reminiscent of the family owned pizzerias I grew up with in upstate NY and I absolutely love that. Please add giardinera to the topping choices though. I know it's not east coast, but well drained giard goes great on pizza. When you add that to the menu, I'll petition Yelp to add a 6 star option. read more

Great pizza if you like this style. No frills operation. Excellent service from people who care about serving a good pie.

The pizza is so good!plus they gave me and my uncle a free slice!they were so kind too!area is cute read more

Pizza Amelia - My free slice with mango and watermelon ice cream! The ice cream is called Italian ice!made with water!!!delicous3 - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Just moved to the area and ordered takeout from here. The service upon pick up was great and the pizza was fantastic. This will definitely be our go to pizza spot! read more

Tried pizza Amelia for the first time and so glad I did. Amazing pizza and family, love to support great places. Shared a slice with a friend who placed his order right away. read more

Come on in if you enjoy BURNT pizza that they consider "charred" Enjoy burning your money away while you taste the burnt pizza in your mouth LOL read more

The seemingly neverending search for true east coast style pizza in Chicago has concluded! So delicious - even our picky eaters loved it. Will be ordering again (and again and again). If you love east coast style pizza or if you've never had it before and don't know what you're missing, hightail it over to Pizza Amelia. read more

Great fast pizza, my kiddos love their cheese pizza. Italian ice is excellent as well. Great thin crust and we will keep coming back.

Great pizza. Got sausage and mushroom, and thought it was perfect. Pizza wasn't as hot as I would prefer, but it was cold af outside, and not the fault of the restaurant or driver. Hope they do well enough to be open for lunch. read more

Pizza was ok. The drinks were warm. Do not park in the lot next door. We found out the hard way. Along with 3 other customers that walked into the pizza place as we were paying to get the boot off our vehicle read more