I really wanted to try tavern style pizza while I was in Chicago. And my buddy said this is the place we need to go to. And after eating here. I say that Tavern style pizza needs to be the official chicago pizza over deep dish. A beautiful but lively place here. We had the foccacia bread which was so good. The butter for it was amazing as well. The meatballs were the star of the show. Some of the best meatballs on red sauce that I've ever tried. We got two pizzas. One with sausage and peppers and the other with pepperoni and hot honey. The crust was perfectly crispy. I could've ate a whole pie to myself. I am a fan of tavern style pizza thanks to Pizz'amici read more

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Food and ambiance. If you're going for the pizza, don't. Also, if you're going for the ambience, don't. The pizza doesn't have any cheese on it and I looked around and no one else had cheese on their pizza, either. The sauce was non descriptive and that was about it. It's not a pretty or cute restaurant, either. The reason you can't get in is because it's very small and people believe it when they think it's a can't get in restaurant. The price is under $100.00 for a couple but I guarantee you'll be shocked and disappointed. read more

Haven't tried much tavern style pizza in LA but when I was in Chicago, got a chance to go to this spot and turns out a friend of a friend were the owners so I was able to get in on short notice on a Saturday night and it was everything I expected it to be thin crispy light I ate most of the pie. Wish I could've taken some home. Highly recommended read more

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Order for carry out so I can't speak to service or ambiance. The pizza itself was delicious. The sauce was tangy, seasoned, and applied generously. The toppings were fresh, delicious, and obviously higher quality than other local pizza spots. The crisp on this pizza is exactly what I look for in a tavern style pizza. The biggest pizza they offer is pretty small for Chicago's standard, and is a little on the expensive side for the size. My only complaint is that the pizzas could have had more cheese on them. Next time I'd order extra cheese if possible. This is a great Chicago tavern pizza that I highly recommend if you're in the area. read more

PIZZ'AMICI - Pepperoni and Capers - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I can't ever remember a time in my life where I've been disappointed by pizza before, but here we are. From the first bite of my well-done sausage and garlic pie, I knew I'd been had. Whoever is running the marketing for this place is a genius - heck, they fleeced me out of my 30 (!) dollars. Flatly, it tastes like a frozen pizza (I mean that in the worst possible way, no offense, Jacks). I think they're trolling yuppies over there at Pizza Amici, and laughing all the way to the bank. They doused the thing in oregano, slopped on some loose, over salted meatballs, and had a crust base that has the exact flavor profile of any processed frozen za. I wonder how much they paid for The Infatuation to give them a 9.1, or what's in it for the army of TitKokkers keeping their name in the shuffle. If you think this is a top tier pizza, you know nothing about the stuff. Not only is this place an overhyped rip off, but it actually low key blows. It's just not original or exciting. I'm not dissing it because it failed to meet expectations, I'm dissing it because it's not good and you shouldn't waste your time or money. For context, pizzas I consider first rate would be Obbies, Villa Nova in Stickney, Armands in the 1990s, and Barnabys. read more

The food is absolutely unreal but leaving 3 stars because my friends and I waited in line at 4pm and sat at the bar, not even a table, and the bartender kicked us out saying "I have to kick you guys out, there's a line". I walked out and there was no line? Also we were sitting at the bar and had drinks left in our cups? And it had not even been 2 hours yet. And there was FOUR of us at around 5:30 pm so pretty early. So that really annoyed me but again, incredible food so it was disappointing to see. read more

Very solid tavern but the hype doesn't justify how hard it is to get in here. Middlebrow's Tuesday tavern and Pizza Matta are better without all the hassle. read more

This is as good as it gets. No bs. Best pizza I've ever had. Never change. Yeeeeessss read more

PIZZ'AMICI - Sausage and shrooms - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The vibe and energy inside is very intimate and cute! Great service. I loved their limoncello spritz and meatballs, so try their drinks! The Caesar salad was not anything special. The pizza was good, cracker thin crust as everyone says, but I think could have been more flavorful. Not too much sauce and mostly cheese Would go back but will have to try different toppings on pizza and sides! read more

PIZZ'AMICI - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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If you can get a reservation, this is hands down the best pizza in the neighborhood. It's cracked thin and crispy. The sauce is delicious. We love ordering from here but takeout can take a long time as well. read more

First time having tavern style pizza. Half sausage, have cheese. I can see why they call it cracker crust cause it was just like eating one. A couple slices in and my jaw was feeling it. The edges were even more charred, so I stopped eating them. Also, not the biggest fan of their cheese blend but the sausage was a good topping. I assume this is an accurate representation of tavern style and if so, I probably won't be eating it again. read more

PIZZ'AMICI - Sausage and cheese pizza - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pizza was good but nothing to rush back for and pricey The Ceasar salad is described on the menu as crunchy lettuce but was mushy. Would never order again. Good size but just not cold and crispy as it should be. Staff was nice and service was fine. read more

PIZZ'AMICI - Looked great but tasted like mushy lettuce - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The potential pretense of the place was quickly dispelled upon landing a spot at the bar w the server assistant greeting us kindly, pouring some water and stating someone would be w us shortly. Do ppl understand how EASY It is to deliver nominal customer service these days? The pizza was lights out fantastic. The array of great tavern style, let alone regular style pizza in Chicago is immense so when you get to Top Tier , it is not an easy endeavor. Pizza' Amici delivers on this endeavor, forever and ever Amen, etc .. read more

Ordered take out: a Caesar salad & a pizza. Both my fiancé and I woke up with horribly upset stomachs. The food didn't sit well with either of us, if you know what I mean. If you still want to try it out: While I enjoyed the pizza crust, the sauce had too much pepper. While the salad dressing tasted good, they didn't provide enough to minimally coat the lettuce. Overall the meal was underwhelming. read more

I put my order in right when they opened at 4pm and was told pickup would be at 7pm. Three hours for pizza. That kind of wait sets the bar sky-high -- you expect the best pie in the city, maybe even the country. What I got was... fine. Pretty good, but nowhere near worth the hype or the marathon wait. To make matters worse, the pizza was already cold when I picked it up at the scheduled time. That tells me the kitchen either doesn't know how to time their orders, or they're prioritizing volume over quality. Either way, that's a rookie mistake in a city like Chicago. I keep seeing glowing reviews about this place, but let's be honest: those can't be coming from Chicagoans who grew up here. Maybe folks from out of state like Iowa, Michigan, somewhere that hasn't lived and breathed real Chicago tavern-cut or South Side sausage pies. If you know this city's pizza pedigree, you know this isn't it. Bottom line: If the wait is more than an hour, don't bother. Chicago has dozens of spots that deliver better pizza, hotter, faster, and without the ego of a three-hour promise that doesn't. read more

Was able to snag an early rez on opentable luckily. Pls note that the tables are for ppl w reservations only and the bar is fcfs w like 6 or 7 seats. I would recommend only going if you have a rez bc the bar seats are hard to come by. Their menu is small and simple, which I actually appreciate. They are also currently BYOB. They dont really have a host/hostess, not sure if someone called off that day or if that's just how they do it, but don't be shy to approach the workers near the bar if no one's helping you upon arrival. We got the Caesar salad and a pizza w pepperoni and mushrooms. The salad was aight, we enjoyed the crispy crouton bits that were tossed into the salad, but the texture of the lettuce was almost like a cooked spinach, which was a bit odd? Maybe they pre toss the salad and let it sit for a bit, not sure. But flavor was great, first time I actually enjoyed the big chunks of anchovies in the salad. We split one pizza and it was the right amount for 2 ppl. The pizza was packed w flavor and I appreciated the amount of pizza sauce they used. This tavern style pizza is super crispy and tasty. Service was great! They also do pickup and delivery, which we will probably take advantage of next time. Parking over here is a bit difficult atm due to lots of construction going on on Grand so plan ahead for that! read more

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Finally got to try Pizz'amici and it did not disappoint. We were able to snag a reservation for dinner and the vibe was perfect for a freezing Sunday night. Cozy, dimly lit, not too loud, not too cramped. It's BYOB so we brought a bottle of wine. And between four of us we ordered the Caesar salad and two pizzas. The salad was delicious but know that it comes pre-dressed. For the pizzas, we got the pepperoni and hot honey, which was delicious and sweet but not too spicy. We also got the sausage and giardineira which has a nice balance of heat and sweetness. Perfect tavern style that wasn't too heavy but still filling. And for the price, hard to beat. Definitely recommend and hope to go back soon. read more

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Pizza is great! Very similar to Vito and nicks. Delicious. However the service SUCKS! our server was too busy at the bar taking shots with his friends. We waited over 20 mins just to ask for our check. According to him he was "swamped" or drunk. read more

Some of the best tavern style pizza you can get in the city! Recommend resos as they are booked and busy - bar is first come first serve. We shared two pies, classic sausage and giard / pepperoni with hot honey. The pepperoni was perfect! Loved the cracker thin crust. The proportion of topping to ratio was just right. The sausage and giard felt a little heavier - maybe too much sauce/cheese ratio? Flavors were still delicious though. Caesar salad was pretty good - we enjoyed the full sized anchovies included! I'll definitely be back and glad they do takeout in case I can't get a reservation. read more

What a gem! If you love tavern pizza and a connoisseur, then you would love this pizza! My favorite is classic cheese pizza. I always say the first time eating at a pizzeria You gotta get a cheese pizza to taste the sauce, the dough and the cheese. We started with there House made Focaccia bread hands down top three Focaccia in Chicago it's a must get when you come here!! It's come's with ferrarini Italian butter, maldon sea salt phenomenal my mouth is watering just thinking about it! Pizza came out fresh and hot Cut in classic Chicago style squares Super thin crispy crust( Chicago tavern style) came out very fast maybe 10 minutes. I favor more acidic sauces over sweet. The sauces was on point for me. You could also tell they use good brand cheese and fresh mozzarella. Their service was on point from the hostess to the server very attentive and respectful and fast. I would definitely come back and try multiple different pizzas. I definitely recommend you get here early to avoid to be in the back of the guarantee line!! You could also make a reservation. The building is small, not too many table I always recommend to go before they open. 100 % recommend!! read more

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The food was spectacular! Pizza was super thin & their pizza dough is a 7day cured sourdough crust. Absolutely delicious and would so come back read more

PIZZ'AMICI - Sausage and green pepper pizza - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Ok. The hype was overblown on the pizza here. It was good but not phenomenal. However the meatballs? Spectacular! We got take out. Their online ordering is pretty simple and know you have to order in the morning to pick up a pizza in the evening too! read more

We noticed this place opened up nearby and decided to stop in. We had a great time and the service is great and friendly. We got the house salad, focaccia, and some pizzas and it was all wonderful. Definitely will be back! read more

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Wanna know what's cruel? You get invited out for pizza and chopped Italian salad, bring a few bottles of wine, and realize you've finally found the best pizza of your life...only to move to Arizona the next day. Now all I can think about is Pizz'amici and life just seems unfair. read more

PIZZ'AMICI - Pepperoni and Hot Honey - every pizza has a baby slice and it's my favorite!!! - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Service is stellar. One of the best ultra thin & crispy pizza you can now find in the city. Almost did not want to write this review so I would be able to get reservations again.. they booked up super quickly! Wish they offered delivery but totally understand why they don't. Their food does not disappoint! read more

PIZZ'AMICI - 14in pepperoni thin crust - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Not respectful to pickup orders. I tried to order a pizza at 5:00pm and the next pickup was 8:00pm. For a restaurant that only accepts pickups I know they were lying to me that this many people are driving to this location and picking up. I don't appreciate another Chicago concept that creates artificial scarcity to ruin customers nights. read more

Let me just tell you that Chicago has a new giant in the tavern style game, tucked into this new little spot on Grand. The pizza is absolute perfection, squares of delightfully crispy crust, covered in a well balanced sauce, and delicious toppings to excite any pizza enthusiast (from plain cheese eaters to those who prefer a more adventurous topping experience). You'll be thinking about this pizza well after you leave and you'll wish you nabbed more to go. On top of all that, the vibes inside are high, fueled by the sleek yet somehow classic and understated decor, excellent tunes, and (most of all) the welcoming staff and servers. You'll walk in and immediately feel like family. They take as much care of their customers as they do in crafting the best thin crust in the whole city. Don't miss out. read more

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This pizza will turn you into a middle piece person. Grandpa's bar stools, great music. Laidback but attentive staff. I've had espresso martinis east to west coast, their batch gets the crown.What a treat. read more

OK, we picked pizz'amici for pizza today. What a delightful establishment! Opened just yesterday, found this place warm and inviting with great bluesy music , Al Green, on the house system. Creating a very inviting ambience. Let's get to it, we were greeted like we were regulars, very welcoming, the wait staff was very attentive. The place started hopping and the staff seemed to find a stride, not bad for day two since open. We had the pizza, one cheese and one veggie, well done. The pie was superlative! Very thin crust, a solid 10 on the crispometer, the sauce was tangy, sweet, and high marks on the flavor. The cheese was perfectly proportioned and did not disappoint. Our only issue was the kitchen messed up the order, to their credit it was caught before it was served. We were told of the mishap would delay our service. It was refreshing that we were informed and to our delight one of our pies was comp'd. Top shelf joint in my opinion and will be back to enjoy their hospitality. Great job Pizz'amici read more

The best thin crust pizza in Chicago. Service was great. A must try for the thin crust/tavern style crowd.

Best thin crust pizza in Chicago. Crispy, delectable and spicy! The way we like it. Great service. Definitely coming back!!!

Good thin crust pizza- not epic. I would rate it similar to Pete's on Western or D'Agostinos on Southport.

Ordered for pickup 2.5 hrs out (mistake) . Arrived 7 minutes early, made me wait for approximately 10 minutes then gave me my pizza. 5 minute ride home and pizza was barely warm and probably sat for more than a bit. The pizza itself was way too salty with dominating cracker crust. Don't believe the hype, save your time and money. read more

Pizza was totally cracker thin crust. Still firm, held all the toppings perfectly. I would prefer more cheese than there was. Started out with the meatballs which were perfect, and a Rockin' chopped salad. The dressing was spot on. If you plan on stopping in, get a reservation online or get here early cuz you will wait. But it's worth the wait. read more

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Paid $32 for a cold undersized to go pizza. Had barely any toppings . It tasted mostly of crust. The toppings that were there were bland at best. I made the purchase based on all the 5 star reviews. It was definitely not for me . Wont be returning. read more

Food was very good. The pizza was good. The sausage and peppers was good. Their bread was good and the meatballs

I stopped here just the other night. I'm not sure what all the hoopla and fuss is about. While my pizza was cracker thin and crispy the pizza lacked flavor, had a spicy flavor, no real stretchy Italian mozzarella, extremely salty and almost too cheesy with a heavy aftertaste taste. The uncooked raw sausage had a funny sour aftertaste as if it was spoiled. The pepperoni was so blackened that it lacked any hint of the taste of pepperoni as it was seared and over cooked!!! Gelato trio had ice crystals and absolutely no taste ! Horrible! I never ordered the ricotta pie but for some unknown reason I was charged for it when I never even ordered it!! The tattooed guy who took my order misunderstood me and I got charged for a dessert I never ordered. It was their ricotta pie and it was dried out and never even came close to authentic ricotta filling! Dried out and salty! OMG! Tasted like cardboard! I made it known to my waiter and was ignored. Unfortunately I cannot recommend this establishment. Furthermore I am baffled why it was do busy on a Sunday evening. Apparently there is no accounting for taste. Here is my advice should you be considering dining here. Run like you're the only two monkeys boarding Noah's Ark and it's starting to rain !!! No no no!!! That's a hard no from me!!! You've been warned folks! Enter at your own risk!!! The only redeeming factor is the ambiance of the restaurant and the neighborhood vibes. The guy who runs the restaurant is extremely defensive whenever anyone dares to criticize his pizza. . Each negative comment on Google and Yelp is met with extreme deflection. They simply cannot take any sort of constructive criticism. Your pizza isn't all that!!! If you're on business you take the heat or get out of the kitchen!! Let's face the truth. Your pizza isn't that great. The pizza crust is much too burnt and difficult to choose. Combined with heavy salt and it's a recipe for disaster!!! Then getting ripped off and taken advantage of when forced to accept a dessert that I never ordered!!! Bottom line. There are too many other awesome pizza places in Chicago who will make a much better pizza without the ego and the attitude!!! read more

This place is worth the hype, the pizza is AMAZING! So thin and light I almost ate a whole pie alone (we got the pepperoni & hot honey) I loved everything about it- the sauce, the cheese blend, the pepperonis was all 10/10. We also got the house salad and focaccia which were also phenomenal! The salad was solid but the focaccia was just so light and fluffy and with the butter, we almost put in another order for it. Service was also great, we had a reservation for 7:30pm on a Friday, although it was very crowded and busy our serve Bill did a great job on checking in with us but also not checking in to the point of overkill. Also love the BYOB even if it is temporary, they offered to hold my beer in the fridge to stay cold- it's little things like that just made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall cannot wait to go back!! read more

This place is very small and still extremely busy, so unless you have a reservation, don't plan on walking in and getting a seat. Got to pizzas to go: one with only sausage, and one with only mushrooms. The pizza is classic Chicago thin crust. Extremely good but salty (even the mushroom pizza). If it was less salty, I would give it 5 stars without hesitation. read more

We arrived right at opening on Sunday at 4 pm and unfortunately we weren't among the first 6-7 to get a bar seat. The staff were super helpful though and let us order 'to go' and sit to eat at the barstools in the front window. Very sweet of them to help us out like that! Our pizza was incredible, the cracked thin crust was perfect. Best tavern style I've had that wasn't from an alley (IYKYK)! We also had the focaccia and my word, it was perfection. Don't skip that! Will be back again! read more