We found this place by accident from a neighbor who grew up in Cicero. This was 40 years ago. We are planning an outing next week for our Italian Club to introduce them to Freddy's. Can't wait to go. Never been disappointed........ read more

This place takes you out of the normal neighborhood spots and transports you to a slice of Italy. The food is fresh and tasty. The service is quick but keeps a great pace. The ambiance is decent for a corner store. It's a great spot to stop in and grab a taste of international cuisine. The have all different imports from sodas to delights from the country. read more

Freddy's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Cicero, Illinois

Absolutely recommend! Grew up on their pizza which is to die for. But later when they added many more things to their menu I have to say everything is excellent. There is not a person that has ever eaten something from their that hasn't been happy with it. There's a worker that works with my husband who goes there at least two times a month and picks up food for several employees for lunch. They've been a staple in Cicero ever since I can remember in 1960s and possibly even earlier than that and their gelato, especially the Oreo is to die for I know a lot of people love their Italian lemonade. I'm not a fan, but I don't like any Italian lemonade so nothing against them on that but their gelato is out of this world. read more

Typical Chicago neighborhood shop/gem. We went on a cold Saturday afternoon at 330 pm. There was a line of atleast 10 people ahead of us. Service was fast, food delicious!! We tried pizza pasta, sandwiches lemon chicken, Tiramisu and eggplant dish. Everything was on point. Food was rich, buttery. Please dont go if you are on a diet. The owners wife came to the seating are multiple times spoke to every table and made every one feel so welcome. Loved the food but more than that the whole experience makes you feel you are in Italy! read more

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Finally made it in (with cash this time). Looks like and is a neighborhood Italian Deli/ grocery store / Pizza joint/ Gelato shop! Friendly staff and service is spot on! Had to decide what I wanted to try. Ordered the Italian Prosciutto "Sangwish" ordered the traditional hard roll crust. Did not disappoint. Next visit (With Cash) I'll try their Pizza selections. Mangia, Cheers & Nazdrowie! read more

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This place is WAY more than just a pizza place! They offer all types of Italian delicacies. Come for the pizza and stay for the Italian Ice or gelato!! read more

Love love love this place! The only thing I wish I could change is it being CASH ONLY because we hardly ever carry cash and we usually want all the things. We walked out today with two arancinis, a packet of 10 frozen meatballs, and a hearty beef lasagna. The server was nice and threw in some bread. Total with a small tip was $40. We did NOT get gelato or at least one slice of pizza but that's what we would have done if we had more cash. The staff is friendly. Be prepared. We went at 530 pm to beat the crowd but there was a good group of peeps who had the same idea. We enjoyed 2/3 of the lasagne when we got home after a quick reheat and supplement of some garlic bread. Tomorrow we'll have the arancinis before the steak I plan to cook up. BB will enjoy any leftovers for lunch later this week. Staff is friendly. Stop at the ATM so you can get all the things. read more

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Freddy's has been around since the late '60s, and the place is 2-fold; one side of the building is your typical Italian mart with meats, pastas, pies, and desserts, while the adjacent space is a 'dine-in' area. We came here for an early lunch, and we ordered: +a Suppli - a rice ball filled with spinach and cheese; this was a little too bland for me, and more rice-filled than the spinach and cheese +Gnocchi - ricotta cheese-filled gnocchi in a vodka sauce; while the gnocchi was pillowy, it was a bit overcooked, so it was too mushy; wasn't a fan of the vodka sauce +a slice of a a margherita (thick crust) - just too bread-y; this was just okay +and, a slice of a sausage (thick crust) - more on the saltier end due to the sausage; crust was just okay I did like the fact that they heat up items for you, and they do come out piping hot. Staff were pretty friendly and helpful, and they're pretty efficient. The place itself is cute, and I liked looking through their small market area. The place is definitely a popular spot, as people kept coming in to get food to go, get food to eat next door, etc. +friendly service +street parking available read more

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Very good and fulfilling pizza. I would definitely go back there. They got some other stuff too, that might be worth trying. read more

Freddy's Pizza - Freddys - Pizza Near Me - Cicero, Illinois

Calamari Pizza. This is my first time trying their pizza at Freddy's. Hands down, Delicious. Actually, both hands on deck- good way to enjoy it. The fresh ingredients make it so, Fresh Mozzarella, light sauce , and Basil. The calamari is a unique and very complimentary to this pizza. The crust is not too thin, a perfect balance with all ingredients. Absolutely delicious. Definitely give it a try. read more

Pretty good food and gelato! Wish they accepted card and less rushed to push me out of there when I'm still looking around.

I was in the area and needed my Freddies fix. The food is homemade and I have never been disappointed. My tip is to come early, parking and seating is limited. read more

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Freddy's has been a family staple for many years. You cannot go wrong. There is something here for everyone in our family. We have vegetarians who love the gnocchi and Margherita pizza. Chicken dishes (Parmesan and Lemon) are incredibly delicious and healthy portions. Staff is great - same folks for years. read more

We love Freddy's best gnocchi anywhere in the world! Vodka sauce = delicious Great service too Bring cash read more

Everything is so delicious! Had the porchetta sandwich, the pasta is a hit, and so is the chicken limone. My son's favorite is the meatball sub, there isn't anything that's not delicious on the menu! read more

Atmosphere is amazing as are food choices. Great quality including some really hard to find. An adventure just to walk in. also try their Italian subs. read more

This place is the bomb. Everything is excellent. That's the one problem, you walk in and order right to left. I have missed so many things because I ordered so much already. Like the pizza it's far left. I never tried it. Freddy's is a hidden treasure. It might be in Cicero but it's a Chicagoland gem read more

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Had spicy Italian sub, sausage pizza slice and cannoli. Yummy! Will be back for Italian ice and gelato. Can't wait...

With real deli's Italian or otherwise you'll be hard pressed to find anywhere like Freddy's these days. Tucked away on a non-descript Cicero residential street corner Freddy's harkens back to the old days when men were men, sheep were sheep, and deli's were deli's. Everything about it is old school neighborhood deli. The ambience is s real and not manufactured. That's probably because the owners and employees most have of whom have been there for double digit years are real as they come. They scream customer service, neighborhood true and 'we take no bullshit'. They make it the real deal. I remember during covid their strict adherence to health rules for the safety of their employees and customers alike. The owner could come out and enforce the six people six foot apart rule with an iron fist! It shows they care. The care also shows their offerings. FRESH pastas and numerous other dishes like cutlets and Chicken Parmesan, sausage n peppers and homemade soups just to name a few set out in front of you and prepped with live. Even their namesake homemade pizza by the slice is exceptional. The dish's they offer would cost you a pretty penny elsewhere. Sure you can go get a few things for a few cents less in some other joint but bit will be nowhere near the quality Freddy's offers. Nowhere near! In the small grocery store shelves stocked with imported and homemade local Italian staples and delicacies you will find no where else. Fresh name brand quality deli meats and cheeses and bakery fresh breads like pepperoni bread and soft Italian loaves. Not to forget the variety of homemade sausages and hard salamis from Calabrese to other regional delicacies. After dinner in one of their two enclosed patio rooms one heated for chilly days and one screened in for warm summer breezes don't forget to try dessert. The gelato bar and pastry offerings and outta this world! All of this fits nicely into one room smaller than most Chicago 'frunch rooms'. Bring cash as wisely they are cash only. Every dime you spend will be well spent and I guarantee you WILL be back again! I'm not a side note a must try is their fresh mozzarella better than nonna can make. Don't miss out on this place it's worth the trip and the surprisingly small wait. They run a tight ship and get lunch goers in and out. read more

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Better than homecoming, Freddy's has the best pizza and there soups are the better than your mothers.. pasta salads and the gelato is better than any place other than Italy's and the employees are so helpful, eat in or take out.. cash only.. get some frozen pasta to make Sunday dinners! Philomena! I stopped making soups they have a variety of soups! Yummy read more

Large portions, very affordable, nice staff. They also have a variety of Gelato that is very reasonably priced read more

Freddy's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Cicero, Illinois

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Excellent food, clean everywhere, and warm in atmosphere because it smells so good. Everyone is important to them. The owners they don't mess around. True and blue to great services as fast as they can go. For the amount of people that flock in from all over. They are not stingy with amounts as they have never been stingy with their always ready and will to support in the fight for cancer. read more

Freddy's pizza is by the best Italian deli in the state of Illinois by a long shot in my humble opinion ! From the second you walk in the door your treated like family. The staff are knowledgeable about the menu and will carry your groceries to your car. Every neighborhood on earth needs a deli like Freddy's. read more

It is good all of it .And there are just way too many favorites to eat and try..They have it all covered. Every type of sandwich, every type of chicken, pasta and side dish .If it is Italian, freddys makes it. Even the bread is home made ... Do not forget the salads, And the Italian lemonades, and the gelatos..The pizzas are the best of any where and every where..It is all here..And it is all the BEST!!! read more

I love everything here. The pizza, the chicken, the arancini, the gelato, the Italian ice, and more. Try anything, you will love it.

A friend told me about this neighborhood gem. I'm blown away by the friendly atmosphere and staff. If you're looking for something special and authentic this is the place to visit. Everything made in-house and freshly prepared with care and love read more

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This hidden local gem is phenomenal, located at the corner of 16th and 61st Ave in Berwyn .. this just proves to you that if your food is good enough they will find you even if it is surrounded by residents Parking isn't the best but worth trying to find a spot...with all their Italian specials, and pizza . I'm a total fan of them. Their homemade Italian ices and gelato hit the spot anytime of the year. As you are waiting for your food. You can shop in their Italian aisles for all your cooking necessities. As the summer approaches you can also eat outside where they provide a patio where you can enjoy their food .....Thank you Freddy's I have not been disappointed in the years that I've been going there... read more

A nice little italian market with fresh made food and pizza's, the artichokes are quite tasty never had them this way. i got there around 10.00 am which was a little early for food choices, i should have gone around 11ish, i ate the chicken parm which was good and the artichokes, i will be back read more

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Always good food here and friends service. The only downside is they only accept cash and there are no prices. read more

Freddy's Pizza - Risotto of the day. Vegetable Risotto 1/2 order $5 - Pizza Near Me - Cicero, Illinois

Everything in this place is outstanding, from their pizza, subs, meatballs, Italian ice cream the only negative thing is they do not take credit cards. read more

Great pizza. Great entrees. The Italian beef was very flavorful and large. The place can get a bit busy, but there are a variety of tables for you to sit at. Overall a great casual spot. read more

Delicious Chicken Marsala, Italian sub, lentil soup and Arnchirra. I was served by a sweet, helpful and knowledgeable young lady. Looking forward to sampling more options. Cash only. read more

Consistently busy and Consistently tasty. Doesn't matter what you try, try it all. Theres no way you won't enjoy it. Super fresh, quick and delicious read more

I heard the food is good here but they only accept cash. What a shame, I really wanted to try it. The cook suggested I make a trip all the way to the gas station to take money out just to eat here. Why would I go out of my way to take money out and pay a fee from the gas station atm and waste a ton of time when I'm starving? I won't, and I'm going to anywhere that takes cards. This place is behind on the times and doesn't even have a washroom for customers outside. What a shame, like I said. read more

Fantastic food! It is perfect. Never had a bad meal ever. My go to place for Italian food, their meatball sandwich is the bomb! Try it, you won't regret it. Very old school store and I absolutely love it. read more

I've been going here since the early 80's when I was a kid. There is never a bad thing to say about Freddy's. Excellent pizza slices, excellent Italian ice I like to buy my pasta here because it's fresh. The staff is very accommodating, and friendly. I don't work in Cicero any longer, so it's about an hour away. read more

A definite staple in the neighborhood so many good Italian treats, pizza is good gelato is good. great for outside dining but very busy so either call ahead of time or be prepared to wait but definitely worth it. read more

We are very late to the party with this well loved local eatery. It is the epitome of old school deli. The owners are warm & welcoming as is most of the staff & you cannot go wrong with their daily offerings. Homemade gravies, breads, prosciutto, & gelato cannot be beat. I dare you to compare this food with the finest restaurants around & I think Freddy's would win hands down. Thanks to Freddy's for bringing us back to Berwyn for the best food in town!!! read more

This review is solely based on service. I love their pizza (when it's fresh and not sitting cold on the counter all day). Their chicken dishes like Limon and Marsala are good, they have a nice small selection of imported grocery and frozen products. But I wouldn't recommend any subs as all their bread is ROCK hard. I went in with an out of town family member who doesn't drive and wanted to stock up. Well we were treated like a complete annoyance. It wasn't even a busy day when there was shoulder to shoulder customers, and I felt like we were quick enough with deciding what we wanted. We always spend over $200 when we visit but that was a problem for the guy that serviced our order. We were not rude or demanding, I simply asked for an order of gelato when we were at the register and this guy very condescendingly refused to get it until I begged him "please". They orally tally the products to be charged and I specifically heard him overprice a couple things, like a whole loaf of pepperoni bread when we ordered half of one. It wasn't one of the family members, I don't know his name but it was a Hispanic guy. I didn't want to be confrontational and sour the day with my relative but I definitely will next time if it happens again, she likes coming here so I know I'll be back eventually. So yeah, don't bother even hinting at browsing or expecting courteous service, they will all but bum rush you out of there read more

Wonderful old school Italian deli tucked away in a residential area of Cicero. My husband and I ordered the margarita calamari pizza, fried artichokes, and arancini. All were buonissimo!!! Since this was our first time coming here we also made sure we saved room for the mango and the Don Vito gelato. Which consist of vanilla gelato cherries and drizzle of dark chocolate. It takes like a chocolate cordial. It was to die for. I would also recommend buying their Italian bread, crusty on the outside soft on the inside. It brought me back to when I was a child and we would have Casa Nostra bread with our Italian meals. A company that no longer exists. When I'm in the mood for old school Italian I will travel again from St. Charles to Cicero for their yummies. Great people and yummy eats. A true gem. read more

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