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    Giordano's

    3.8 (4.3k reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Salad, Italian
    Open 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    GIORDANO'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for groups

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    Molly M.

    We went to Giordano's in Chicago and ordered the deep dish pizza. We were really excited to try an iconic Chicago spot, but the experience was pretty disappointing. It took about 45 minutes for the pizza to come out, which we expected given deep dish, but when it finally arrived it wasn't even warm. The whole thing felt like it had been sitting out or didn't finish cooking evenly. The bruschetta was fine but nothing special. Service was fine and the restaurant itself has a nice casual, tourist-friendly vibe, but the food just didn't live up to the reputation for us this time. Maybe it was an off day, but for something that's supposed to be a Chicago staple, it missed the mark. Not sure I'd go back, especially with so many other pizza options in the city.

    C We made it. Just a short line to deep dish heaven!
    Holly O.

    A must do Chicago experience. There was a line down the block so I knew I was in the right place. Pretty efficiently ran though. The pizza takes the lingers to cook so first you queue at the door and order your pizza, you wait to be seated then you can order drinks, apps etc. We ended up sitting at the bar. They have a ton of yummy drinks and friend bar staff. We had the calamari which include fried banana peppers and fried lemon. I'm spoiled and now this will be the only way u eat it. lol. They have a solid Caesar salad. The icing on the top was our deep dish with sausage, peppers onions and an insane amount of cheese surrounded by a buttery crust. You can get a personal one if you are solo. It's a must try! Yum! Check out the cheese pull!!!

    Traditional Chicken Wings
    Elita K.

    Came here to try deep dish because it's a Chicago staple. I expected a tourist trap but the overall experience left much to be desired. We started by ordering the wings and a pizza with sausage, peppers and onions. We knew the pizza takes 45 minutes so also ordered the wings and asked for them extra crispy. They took forever to arrive and when they did they were clearly not freshly made. I'm talking the frozen wings from Costco heated up in a microwave. Not only were they not extra crispy they weren't even warm. If my kids weren't starving I would have sent them back they were that bad. And I NEVER send things back. They were also $20 for 10! Unreal. The pizza itself was pretty good so if you're going to come here, stick to that. But our experience was also soured by the terrible service we received. The waitress dropped our wings and we literally never saw her again. We didn't get fresh plates for our pizza after another server brought it to the table so we had to eat it off the plate with the chicken bones. She didn't serve any of the slices to us. She never asked us if the food was ok, we never got a refill on our sodas, never got an extra napkin, nothing. When I say she never came back, she literally never came back. We finally had to flag someone else so we could get our leftovers boxed and the check so we could leave. I have never in my life complained to a manager at a restaurant and didn't today, but I was tempted for the first time ever, the service sucked that bad. I think we just got unlucky on the server front, but overall there are way better places to eat in the city. If you absolutely have to have Giordanos because you're in the city then I guess? But you could skip it and not miss out on much.

    Sophie T.

    Giordano's never disappoints. I ordered ahead of time to pick up right when they opened, and the process was very easy. They also gave me plates, napkins, and cutlery, already to go in a bag. It was easy to take it with me to eat while exploring Chicago. The pizza itself was delicious as always. I honestly forgot how good the crust was, because the cheese always steals the show. It's such a savory treat. This location also had plenty of merch and a modern atmosphere touting its famous deep dish pizza.

    Individual sized "all the meats" deep dish pizza
    Jenny T.

    The embodiment of all my pizza dreams live here at Giordanos. A great overall experience! Great service, beautiful restaurant, and delicious food. The house salad was so, so refreshing! Fresh crunchy salad with delicious cheese, locally sourced. The tavern style pizza was my favorite; plenty of toppings, perfect crunch, perfect amount of cheese. I also loved that the pizza was cut into squares; perfect for sharing. We opted to also try the deep dish and took the advice of many YouTubers and got the INDIVIDUAL sized "all the meats". It was a bit salty for my taste but it was good overall. The crust was nice and crispy, lots of cheese for the cheese lover in me. Definitely would be better if I had created a custom pizza with some veggies to balance. Our servers and front desk host were both lovely ab had great vibes. Would definitely be back for the tavern pizza and salad when I come back to Chicago.

    Italian Beef and Giardiniera Arancini balls
    Lindsey M.

    We walked in and had no wait. My daughter and I were walking around Navy Pier and decided we'd like to split a deep dish pizza. We ordered a personal pan cheese deep dish. Deep dish takes 45 mins. We also ordered the Italian beef stuffed ball appetizer. Our waiter was fantastic. Very efficient with our drinks and letting us know our pizza would out shortly. It was very cute inside and quiet enough to have a conversation.

    Personal Individual 6" Pepperoni Deep Dish Pizza and salad.
    Wendi T.

    We ordered the daily special which was a person size pizza with a side which I got salad and my husband got minestrone soup. They were both really good and the service was great!

    Amanda D.

    Stopped by Giordano's as our first meal after landing, and we definitely went all in We loaded this deep dish with so many extra toppings, and wow... this pizza was THICK thick. Like, one slice and you're already questioning your life choices (in a good way lol). The crust was buttery and sturdy, holding everything together, and the sauce on top had that classic rich flavor. Not gonna lie though--no cheese pull moment here but honestly, it didn't even matter because it was still super satisfying. This was meant for two of us and we only managed ONE slice each before tapping out. Ended up giving the rest away because there was just no way we could finish it. If you're hungry (or think you are), this will humble you real quick

    Super Veggie - Deep Dish
    Srinanda G.

    Got the boneless chicken nuggets as an appetizer first, and they were the most lifeless looking nuggets I have ever seen. The buffalo sauce looked more like food dye than actual sauce. After one bite, the nuggets had to be sent back. Then tried the fettuccine alfredo, which was also terrible. The sauce barely stuck to the noodles and overall it was pretty bad. Expectations were not even high going into this place, just expecting fast food vibes, but honestly starvation would have been better. Proceeded to try the deep dish since that is what they are known for, and once again it was not a hit. I am glad only a personal pie was ordered so it did not feel like a complete waste of food.

    The cheese pull is on point
    Clarrisa N.

    When we walked out, there was a line outside with a wait, as expected. The host was standing outside in which we walked to and requested a party for six people. While waiting, it was suggested we walk inside and pre-order our pizzas with the hostess located inside. Surprisingly the weight was not long. The seating area is much larger than what it appears to be from the outside. Our waiter was very helpful and friendly. We ordered their most popular pizzas which included the meat lovers. It was our first time eating a deep dish pizza, and we learned that the crust is not thicker. It is that all of the toppings are located underneath the sauce. I could only eat one slice and only one other person at the table could eat too. We had a lot of leftover pizza. The atmosphere is on the loud side, no outdoor seating was being sad at, and the restaurant was clean.

    Kyoung K.

    The food was overrated but our server Antoinette made our experience so much better. She was friendly, attentive and respectful. When we walked in we were greeted but once we got to the top of the stairs lol we werent acknowledge until 3rd person came to get us. We didnt expect much but our server she was the best. 5 out of 5 for service We got the appetizer it was a bit undercooked from mozzarella to the chicken nuggets. I did enjoy my cesar salad. We got the deep dish pizza and I give it a 3/5. Yes def cheesy but it lacked flavor. The ambiance was nice. Tips * 45min wait after you order your deep dish. Maybe just wait for that and not fill urself up w appetizer lol

    Deep dish 10" all meat
    Jeannette L.

    First and foremost, the cheese pull was amazing. Ok we were on a layover in Chicago on our way home, and my sister said we had to stop by here. I've never been here and it was also my nieces first time in Chicago. The folks were nice and we were seated immediately. The place had good vibes. A lot of families and friend gatherings happening. The sampler platter was so good. The triangle cheese had the longest cheese pull I've seen. And it was delicious on top of that. And the deep dish was just amazing!

    Ryan G.

    The pizza might take 40 min to bake but it comes out hot and tasty! Service in the bar was great kept my drinks filled and made sure everything was going well. Moderately busy on a weekday for lunch.

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    it was ok bad vibes from waitress !! she also dropped pizza on floor almost spilling on my shoes !

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    Ask the Community - Giordano's

    Is it necessary to make a reservation? Do they actually take reservations? Thank you

    They take both reservations and walk ins

    Do you offer a gluten-free pizza crust?

    Check the menu says available but we ordered regular classic crust during our visit!

    Is vax card required?

    Not anymore , in December of 2022, but regulations could change in the future.

    A few of their Chicago location websites say they have reservations but when I try to make them online, you can't. So they don't take reservations?

    When I visited last month, we just walked in and were seated.

    Do they do single slices?

    they do not do single slices, all pizza you just order to be made. the smallest pie size is an individual which is 6". deep dish takes 45 minutes minimum to make and thing crust takes about 35 minutes minimum.

    Are dogs allowed in their outdoor seating area?

    Yes

    Can you call in to place an order ahead of time?

    Yes

    Corn meal crust?

    Nope!

    Whens the last order time?

    I believe 1 hour before closing.

    Do they leave the top portion of the stuffed crust pizza uncooked for a reason?

    It's not uncooked, it is just the style of pizza. Normally, pizza has the sauce and then the cheese on top. With deep dish they put the cheese with the toppings and then they top it off with the pizza sauce.

    Why oh why did you get Rid of the deep fried Mushrooms?

    Was replaced by some other dish during last menu update.

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    Pequod's Pizza

    3.9
    (8.9k reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    GET A REZYYY!!! I'm not from Chicago. When I come to visit…read morethis is my fave place! This pizza is super cheesy, we made our own! They serve it for you and show you the cheese, the cheese is on the crust as a well like flaked. They have a two story. Pepsi products -not my fave. They have a bar as well on both floors. We had to wait for our server but it was super busy on a Friday night especially in the summer!

    My hubby & I treated our "sudden" guests from Paraguay to deep dish pizza on Thursday (6/18). Due…read moreto 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.

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    Small deep dish with pepperoni
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    Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

    Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

    4.1
    (7.9k reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    Trying authentic Chicago deep-dish pizza was at the top of my list, and Lou Malnati's did not…read moredisappoint! This was my very first Chicago deep-dish pizza experience, and now I understand why everyone talks about it. The buttery crust, layers of cheese, flavorful sauce, and generous toppings made every bite worth the wait. One thing I would definitely recommend is making a reservation if you can. This place is popular for a reason! We waited a little over 35 minutes for a table, but luckily a couple of spots opened up at the bar, and we grabbed them right away. The atmosphere was lively, the staff was friendly, and the pizza was everything I hoped it would be.

    3.5 stars went on a…read morefriday at around 8:30 and wait was 45 mins, however due to some cancellations, we were seated in about 5 mins. pizza takes ~45 mins to cook so if you're hungry, be sure to pack a snack or something while you wait. the bruschetta was SO GOOD, honestly the highlight of the meal for me - tomatoes are plump and fresh and the balsamic glaze was really vibrant. garlic bread was perfect accompaniment. we ordered two personal sized pizzas - the lou and chicago classic. i personally liked the lou better - the spinach and tomatoes really shined. the classic was just okay to me and the cheese wasnt flavorful. menu also said they had a famous buttery crust but it wasnt that buttery imo. the crust lowkey tasted better the next day. service was great!! shoutout felix, you had such great energy. inside had lots of sports decor and had mainly hightops. the host stand area was a little congested bc right next to it was the pick up orders. overall, an easy intro into Chicago food!

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    Second floor dining room
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    Pepperoni, mushroom, and jalapeños. I wasn't impressed with the taste.

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    Pepperoni, mushroom, and jalapeños. I wasn't impressed with the taste.
    Sharpie’s Pizza and Cocktails

    Sharpie’s Pizza and Cocktails

    4.1
    (37 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. To start…read moreoff our server, Eli was so nice so knowledgeable helping us run through the menu He took incredible care of us throughout the night! That's at the tone for what became unforgettable night. Had the space debri salad which is basically a Greek salad with potatoes and I think in Italian vinaigrette Soooooooooooo for it!!! So delicious After getting it, my buddy had to get one too haha One of us had the moonwalk cheese, we go out for a lot of pizza together, and he said it was he thought his favorite of anywhere. Another one of our crew got the pepperoni pile up loved. And I got the sweet and salty space candy pizza With bacon, pineapple, pickled red onion, goat cheese, sambal. Genius, the goat cheese, instead of ricotta was the move for this pizza! All the flavors worked in perfect harmony.Nothing short of amazing. Cozy spot, super cool atmosphere, couple of old school arcade games like ninja Turtles let's goooo We had so much fun. The drinks were absolutely excellent as well. Oh my God cannot forget this drink program. Galactic gift basket and Jedi mind trick sooo fire. Speaking of perfect harmony, everything at sharpies coexist in a lovely harmony from the all the staff, to the vibe/ambiance and absolutely killer pizza and food. WILL BE BACK! Check em out! If ya know ya know

    We did dine in last weekend at Sharpies. It's a small place but charming space-themed interior. The…read moreserver was great but there was a VERY loud trio at the bar literally yelling and laughing through our whole dinner which unfortunately affected the ambiance. For food - we ordered the blooming onion (forget what they call it), the wings, and two pizzas. My husband tried a gin cocktail and beer, both which he enjoyed. Onion 4/5 - tasty and good dipping sauce Wings 5/5 - crispiest wing I have ever had and they might be my favorite in Chicago... hot honey was delicious. Carmalized onion 3.5/5 - this was very tasty, perfect crispy edges and fluffy center. The flavor was good but could have used some acid to break up the richness Vodka meat pizza 4/5 - very tasty. I think the vodka sauce could be fine tuned but overall really enjoyed. We had pizza a lot lately so skipped the classics but if we come back I'd probably try the pepperoni and/or sausage.

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