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Nancy's Pizza

4.1 (265 reviews)
ModeratePizza, Italian

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Peter P.

Amazing pizza and the inventors of the stuffed pizza! Brand new remodel as well. Brand new bar.

Nonna's Special stuffed crust pizza.
Christian G.

Perfection. Not as well known as Lou Malnati's or Giordano's, but exponentially better. This is my #1 choice for deep dish pizza in Chicago. The crust is everything. Crunchy. Chewy. Substantial, but fully cooked. Sometimes the other places have slightly doughy crusts. Not here. Maybe there's something magic about the old ovens. If you're a fan of sausage, get the Nonna's Special. This is what pizza was meant to be: sausage, mushroom, onion, green pepper and tons of mozzarella, all in the right balance. Add in a pitcher of Killian's Red, and you're set. Except you're not. I don't usually get dessert at a pizza joint, but try the cannoli. Seriously. Try the cannoli. Made fresh, not sitting in a case. Crispy shell. Creamy filling. Warm on the ends. Cold in the middle. This is a taste and texture combination. We've done takeout a lot, but do yourself a favor and eat at the restaurant for the hottest, gooiest, crunchiest experience. Nancy's has been doing this since 1971, so they must be doing something right. Find out for yourself.

Barb B.

Had college pals in from CA who were craving a stuffed pizza ... and this place was great! Friendly service? Delicious pizza, and a comfy atmosphere. If you like stuffed pizza, this place is great!

Roseann G.

10 10. 10 The best food short of Calabria Tasty salad fabulous soup and I have tried so much as I just want to try it all no dish disappoints....love the red sauce love the meat sauce....the Bacheml on the Lasagna was a great addition...the creamy garlic dressing was so great . Know for their stuffed pizza....to die for ...oh my Goodness life is pure heaven as is Nancy and Fred the owners and Gina the great server makes ser Vice awesome!!!! R GRIPPO DOSS

buffalo wings
Linh Dan B.

The best pizza in the area! Thin crust OR deep dish! Great Deals. and Family vibes. The wings are 100000/10

Lasagna is amazing. So is the pizza. Great service, great people. We regularly eat here and we're never disappointed
Jennifer K.

Great food. Great service. Always an affordable meal with generous portions for leftovers. Great pizza

First slice

Our favorite place for stuffed pizza. Great food and the service is very friendly and quick. We'll be back soon!

Vince S.

The Best Stuffed Pizza in Chicagoland hands down. Been coming here since the 70's and tried many others over the years but Nancy's can't be beat! Perfect crust, the right amount of cheese and spot on sauce. Piping hot and always delicious! Great waitstaff too.

The restaurant open 7 days a week, come on in and enjoy the food!

now open on tuesdays all day!!!! great food and service!!!! open 7 days a week actually!!!!

This is a delicious stuffed pizza... We had sausage and broccoli in half with fresh garlic

Excellent! Everything about this restaurant is great... The pizza deals are amazing... The lasagna and other dinners we've tried all have been like home. the people that work there treat you very very well. I like the ambience in the restaurant great service because of the above I will drive a little further to go to Nancy's.

John M.

I was up in the area with my family to see our daughter in show choir. I had worked at a Nancy's in the the 80s during college and was so excited to find out this was one of the originals. We went and the stuffed pizza was as good if not better than I remembered. Marissa and her husband were the ultimate in hosts. We had left overs but were afraid they would not keep in the car so the made us a cool bag with ice for us to take. When we are back I. When I am in the area I will definitely stop back!!!

Mike A.

I remember having Nancy's about 15+ years ago when my parents lived close by in Glenview. I can't recall what I didnt like at the time, but the fact that its been this long since I had it again is some indication. Having now moved out of state and back in for work, I wanted a deep dish. Also just landing in Ohare and starving, this was on my way to the hotel. I ended up dining in, which was odd; as they somehow assume that most people or at least a single person coming in a pickup order. So there was some delay in getting a menu and a seat. I ended up showing up on a day when they offer 1/2 pizza, I believe only thin crust. SO I ordered a small thin and a small pan. The thin was awful. I am talking Chicago pub pizza, so no NY influence in play. I could have stayed by ORD and had a better pub pizza at a dozen other places. It was a way undercooked (see pic). Pan pizza was slightly better, but also undercooked and looked and tasted just like a frozen Genos East I could grab at my local grocery chain for $11. Part of it is also due to it being undercooked, but the dough was flavorless. I am sorry, but either this was a day off for the kitchen staff or this place just fell off the cliff on quality.

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best stuffed pizza! We came all the way from Ohio and it didn't disappoint. The staff is super nice and friendly, highly recommend!

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Pizza ok at best . Very overpriced. Unless you go on half price Mondays I wouldn't recommend. Very bland n better places in area

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Love the food. Delish as usual! Very attentive service. The godmother and godfather sandwiches are some of our favorites.

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Great service! Pizza was delicious and nice family friendly atmosphere! Daily specials are great!! My teens loved the pizza.

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Ask the Community - Nancy's Pizza

Has this place been sold I see a new business name and hours. Are pizza 🍕 Monday and Saturday specials available still. Fred?

They have new partners and are changing the name but keeping the same pizza. The new name is Old City pizzeria and sports bar. Fred and Marisa are still there! Oldcitypizzeria.com

Pan pizza available?

Good morning, yes we do offer pan pizza, please ask for it. have a good day

Is this location still owned by the Palese family?

Yes it is. Nancy is still around too!

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Happy 2026! This is my first video review, and I'm starting strong with Vince's Pizza in Niles, IL…read more Hands down, this is the best pizza spot I've had in the Chicagoland area. In my opinion, it's as good as, if not better than, Pantaleone's in Denver, Colorado. The quality of the pizza is outstanding. It easily surpasses every slice I tried at Pizza Fest Chicago 2025. Vince uses incredibly fresh ingredients, and it shows in every bite. The crust is exceptional, honestly on par with some of the best pizza spots in NYC. Service is top-notch. Vince himself is the owner, chef, cashier, and server, which adds a personal touch you don't find often. He's friendly, welcoming, and happy to offer recommendations based on what you like. It's no surprise he's been a multiple-year Pizza Wars winner. On top of that, the pricing is unbeatable for the size and quality, easily better value than places like Rosati's, Viccino's Pizza Company, and Giordano's. The ambiance feels like stepping into an old-school neighborhood pizza shop. It's nostalgic, warm, and refreshing, something that's becoming harder and harder to find. Final recommendation: Try the pizza by the slice (it's massive basically a quarter of a pie), the Vince's Special, or the Meat Lovers. You'll leave more than satisfied and definitely wanting to come back. Highly recommend supporting this amazing small, local business.

Had to leave a review. Not sure how this place only has 3.3 stars. Great spot, always order the…read morepizza and add extra sauce. Best I've had in the area.

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Fire + Wine - Park Ridge

4.5(74 reviews)
3.1 mi

This was our first time here, and we came to celebrate a birthday. We had noted it in the…read morereservation and also had a conversation about it with our server. We were a little surprised when nothing was done for it, which isn't a big deal, but I'll be honest it was disappointing since we did come specifically to celebrate and had talked about it w our server. 3/5 Arancini - Very salty. None of us really enjoyed them because of that. They also came out lukewarm instead of hot. Would have been excellent if it was less salty and came out hot and crispy. 5/5 Fig & Mushroom (subbed for prosciutto) - The menu doesn't specify how the fig is served. Turned out to be fig jam rather than fresh fig, which wasn't what we expected. A little too sweet for me but overall still very much enjoyed it. Their pizza was cooked perfectly with enough toppings and cheese. Very good pizza! 5/5 Braised Short Rib + Polenta - so good! The short rib was excellent, just slightly salty. The polenta was perfect, and it came with a generous portion of wild mushrooms. 2/5 White Wine Cake (recommended as "unique") by our server - This was the most disappointing meal item. Our waitress told us it was special, but it was very bland and didn't match the description or image on their website. Their website showed a cake with a large scoop of ice cream on top, fair amount of whipped cream and raspberry sauce. Ours came with maybe a quarter of the size of that ice cream scoop, a little teaspoon dollop of whipped cream that you eat in one bite and the raspberry sauce was a tiny smear on bottom for decor but there wasn't enough to actually eat it. The cake itself was moist but lacked flavor. It took a really long time to come out, we thought perhaps they forgot, then forgetting we were celebrating a birthday on top of that was disappointing. Atmosphere - Beautiful space, very well done. The only issue is how close the tables are, you can't pull your chair back without hitting someone, and getting to the bathroom requires asking others to move because of how tight the layout is. Overall, we really enjoyed it and would return. While there were a few dishes we wouldn't order again, and others we would. Would love to try the wild mushroom pizza next time! The only thing was that since we had come to celebrate a birthday and didn't end up doing that, the night felt a little less special than we had expected--but still a nice experience overall.

I'm glad I finally got to check this place out, as I've been curious about it for some time. This…read moreplace is swanky and sophisticated, and a nice addition to the Park Ridge restaurant scene. I came to meet some folks and we sat at the bar. They have an extensive beverage program here, including mocktails, and that's what I settled on. I got one called Strawberry-Basil something, and it was so good. The strawberry-basil shrub was a key ingredient, and I don't get to a lot of places that use a shrub in their drinks. There was definitely a STRONG vinegar taste but for me, that was great. I also ordered a pasta dish, orecchiette and sausage with peas and a sweet, creamy sauce. Orecchiette and sausage are such a classic combo and I hadn't had this sauce before; it was a pleasant dish and was perfectly al dente. Service was good for the bar area. There's parking around, both in the lot right outside and the public parking lot below. And then of course there's the lots by the library and whatnot, so you should be able to find something.

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Pork belly with polenta. Good, but too fatty.

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3.7(328 reviews)
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A year later, I'm still obsessed with with Barnaby's, On my most recent visit I opted to bring my…read morepies home instead of dining in, and the quality was still as amazing as it is when you're eating in. Good food takes time, so be sure to call ahead with your order so you aren't waiting in restaurant for your meal to bring home. A benefit of take out from Banaby's: the slices are thin and cut small so they are perfect for snacking on the car ride home. Cheese: greasy and crispy, more flavorful than other pizzas (don't ask me how, it just is) Sauce: not overwhelming and the perfect amount, because I would hate to have my crispy dough drenched in sauce Crust: perfect undercarriage with a crispy cornmeal crust, who can say no to thin crust? If you travel to Chicago and are not a fan of deep dish, then Banaby's MUST be your go-to spot to try.

We have not been here in years, and we're in the neighborhood and I was craving their pizza…read more My husband ordered the pepperoni pizza (thin crust is what they have) and I ordered a cheese small pizza with no tomato sauce. My husband's pizza was terrific, but because I didn't have sauce on mine it was really dry it felt like the crust was a cracker. It was still very delicious. I remember coming to this restaurant and it would be crowded and people would be waiting for a table, this time there was only about four tables worth of people. For their sake I hope they have a lot of takeout orders. It's a really comfortable and nice place to come they have wooden booths and they have a gambling area. If you have not been here I highly recommend it. The restaurants very clean and everybody that works here is very nice. We will definitely come back when we're in the area again.

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3.9(202 reviews)
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I have ordered carry out/ delivery about 6 times. Everything has been delicious. Panino's has the…read moreBEST gluten free pizza crust I have encountered in the past 20 years! I never had Detroit style pizza before- and theirs is amazing! Even non-GF eaters love it and there is no way you would guess it is GF. My newest favorite is a GF Detroit with the Verona toppings and instead of chicken I get sausage or bacon. AND another bonus is that it re-heats equally well in the microwave or the regular oven.....even the 2nd or 3rd day after you get it! Unheard of, for any kind of pizza!! Their order takers and delivery folks are great- and the prices sre more than fair.

Panino's Pizzeria in Park Ridge was such a fun spot to try. I started with the Panzerottini, which…read moreare like little pizza rolls so good, though a bit on the oily side. My absolute favorite was the Cavatelli Vodka. I'm a sucker for good vodka pasta and this one was creamy, flavorful, and honestly one of the best pasta dishes I've had in the suburbs. The pizza was also really solid with a crispy crust, and I love that they offer several different crust options to switch it up next time. To end the meal, I had fried dough topped with Nutella and it was the perfect sweet bite fresh, warm, and so tasty. The service here really stood out too. My server was kind and attentive, and I even got to meet Sarah, one of the owners, who was so welcoming and friendly. The whole team made the place feel warm and inviting. They have multiple locations, but the Park Ridge one has a great atmosphere and even a cute patio for nicer weather. It does get busy, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. Great spot for pasta, pizza, and a cozy meal.

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Although the pizza here is usually more expensive than other pizza joints around the area, the…read morequality is usually pretty good comparatively. Most of the locations are strictly carry out so this location there's absolutely no dining area available. They are fairly quick and very responsive to your orders and usually get the orders out at the time they said they would. They have a variety of pizza types from Detroit style, which is like a deep dish except in a square format they have a hand tossed which is similar to like a Pizza Hut type pizza and then they have thin crust. All their pizzas charge extra for any topping whatsoever. They also have these items called jet boats, which are similar to a calzone, both in Italian style pizzas, as well as deli type ingredients. They also have a variety of different breads from their traditional breadstick to their turbo sticks, which are topped with three or four different cheeses. I can't recall, but they are so damn good. Be prepared, though for your car to smell like the cheese from this breadstick for days on end. Lastly, they also have wings and salad options which traditionally are not a thing that I ever order whenever I go there, but just wanted to mention it.

If you order wings it doesn't come with any dipping sauces. I ordered honey barbecue wings, and…read moreasked for the ranch to which the cashier replied it doesn't come with it. I said explain and she said if you order flavored wings, that is your dipping sauce, which gives me the assumption that if I ordered plain wings, I would get the ranch sauce, which makes no sense.

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Masha at Countryside Saloon in Des Plaines is absolutely the best! She really knows her customers…read moreand remembers exactly what they like. She always checks in to make sure everyone has what they need, and somehow manages to refresh your drink before you even have to ask. Masha is incredibly attentive to everyone in her section and works tirelessly to keep things running smoothly -- from making sure the wait staff has their orders fulfilled to ensuring every guest is happy. Her professionalism and warm personality make her a true standout at Countryside Saloon! Updates: James at Countryside Saloon in Des Plaines is an outstanding bartender. He's incredibly attentive to his customers and always seems to anticipate what people need before they even ask. James is approachable, kind, and genuinely cares about the people he serves. You can tell he takes pride in making everyone feel welcome and comfortable. His empathy and warm personality make him one of the best in the business -- a real asset to Countryside Saloon!

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Countryside Saloon - Their pizza is so thin and crispy. I love it!

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Moti Café delivers bold Indian flavors with a fun, modern twist. The pizza is the standout -- a…read morethin, crispy crust topped generously with spiced paneer, veggies, and a vibrant green chutney sauce that adds a herby, tangy kick without overpowering the dish. The cheese is perfectly melted, and every bite balances savory heat with freshness. The chaat-style dish is equally impressive: crispy bites loaded with chickpeas, red onion, yogurt, chutneys, and spices. It's layered, flavorful, and comforting, with just the right mix of crunch, creaminess, and spice. Overall, Moti Café is a great spot if you're craving Indian-inspired comfort food that feels creative and indulgent. Perfect for sharing, casual dining, or when you want something different from the usual pizza night.

Stopped by for lunch on a weekday, they have a lunch special that really cannot be beat. $10 for 2…read moresamosas, a drink, and either 2 tacos, a personal pizza, or a bowl. Extra cost for specialty drinks like the lassi and for Korean BBQ. Regardless a great price for all the food you get! Place you order at the counter and they bring it out to you, but utensils and water are at the counter. It's a little mix of self-serve but also they serve you. But it worked. Some of our items took longer to come out than others (they forgot about one of the dishes), so I might not come in a time crunch, but the food was all delicious. You can definitely tell it was made with care. And although we didn't get dessert they have plenty of paletas and ice cream options! The place is clean and neat, decor is super bright and cute. There's a decent sized parking lot they share with the rest of the plaza, but it tends to fill up quickly. Not sure why but the lot was pretty busy on a random Wednesday.

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