- 5990 Dempster St., Morton Grove
Way back before we had the dizzying array of options like wood-fired, organic and gourmet pies, there were the hefty stuffed pizzas at Giordano's (which opened ... READ MORE
Way back before we had the dizzying array of options like wood-fired, organic and gourmet pies, there were the hefty stuffed pizzas at Giordano's (which opened ... READ MORE
There are two ways to go at this Chicago-area mini-chain, which has been around since the 1940s: the Italian food route (sandwiches, pizza, spaghetti or mostacc... READ MORE
Before there was a term for it, Caffe Baci had already perfected the "Fast Casual" concept of dining. For over 12 years, Caffe Baci has been serving upscale cof... READ MORE
One of three Chicago area stores, Carmen's of Loyola is a popular pizza place among Loyola University students. The double crust stuffed pizzas attract the mos... READ MORE
On Diversey out past K-town (the streets west of Pulaski that all start with "K"), Coluta's is a little pizza place with a big menu. Pizza comes thin, pan or st... READ MORE
Salerno's vestibule showcases a who's who of Chicago. An autographed picture of former Chicago Blackhawks player Jeri Boran says the restaurant has the "best fo... READ MORE
" A Lincoln Park Tradition," The Pasta Bowl's simple Italian menu ranges from cappellini pomodoro (angel hair with tomato sauce) to spaghetti frutti di mare (sp... READ MORE
This homey spot will remind you of Grandma's, providing Grandma was an accomplished Italian chef. READ MORE
Get thin, double dough, pan and stuffed pizza at this carryout only pizzeria. READ MORE
At this Italian spot, the kitchen prides itself on its often imitated but never duplicated beef-and-gravy pizza. The big draw is the Italian lunch buffet during... READ MORE
The word "pazzo" in Italian means crazy--which is what friends and family told owner Rocky Aiyash he was when he decided to start opening Italian restaurants. A... READ MORE
This Italian eatery is known for its coupon specials and its stuffed pizza, named one of the area's best by Chicago Tribune restaurant critic Phil Vettel. The c... READ MORE
One of a pair of casual, counter-service Italian spots (its mate is in South Elgin), this location serves pizzas, sandwiches, pastas and salads. No guess work h... READ MORE
This Ravenswood spot from chef Giuseppe Scurato (most recently of Topaz Cafe in Burr Ridge) stays true to its name—Ceres is the Roman goddess of agriculture—wit... READ MORE
Lincoln Square's Pizza D.O.C. has morphed into this European-inspired restaurant bearing the last name of its owners. The wood-fired oven is still turning out m... READ MORE
This Italian dinner spot specializes in serving up whole fish, though homemade pasta and bone-in ribeye are also great bets. Whether you're coming to celebrate ... READ MORE