Highest-ranked pizza restaurants in Chicago by diners
Highest-ranked pizza restaurants in Chicago by diners
Pizza is one of those universal languages that Americans just get. Even if the styles are vastly different based on the region—like a thin wide slice from New York, a thick square cut with crispy edges from Detroit, or deep cheesy pie in a pan from Chicago—many can agree that the combination of chewy dough, tangy sauce, and gooey cheese is a true American classic.
The growing number of pizza joints is enough proof: more than 73,000 pizza restaurants were logged in the United States in 2023. Yet, with so many options to choose from, how is a pizza connoisseur supposed to know the best place to grab a slice?
There's a lot of competition out there to become the best pizza place in town, especially with people who have a lot of opinions. The aesthetic is always important to consider; maybe customers prefer a classic greasy joint with checkered tablecloths and shakers of Parmesan and red pepper flakes to douse their slice, or perhaps something artisanal with wood-fired pies served with a thoughtfully curated wine menu. Then there's the pizza itself. Is the restaurant using high-quality ingredients? Does the taste make you want to keep eating more and more?
It may seem like a lot of meticulous details, but given that Americans could eat up to 180 slices of pizza in a year, it only makes sense that all of these details are considered when choosing a go-to local spot. Thankfully, there's enough data out there to steer customers in the right direction instead of having to do the research themselves.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-ranked pizza restaurants in Chicago using data from Yelp. Data is as of March 29, 2024. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only restaurants with at least 25 reviews were considered.
Note: The photos in this article are stock images and do not depict the specific restaurants listed or the dishes they serve.
#30. Bonci
- Rating: 4.4/5 (594 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 161 North Sangamon St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#29. Pazza Pizza
- Rating: 4.4/5 (40 reviews)
- Address: 1543 North Sedgwick St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: salad, pizza, sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#28. Pizza y Pan Pa' Ya
- Rating: 4.4/5 (175 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3125 West Montrose Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, colombian, breakfast & brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#27. Bob's Pizza
- Rating: 4.4/5 (102 reviews)
- Address: 1512 North LaSalle Drive Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#26. Da Pizza Dude
- Rating: 4.4/5 (33 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, food trucks
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#25. Smack Dab
- Rating: 4.4/5 (357 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6730 North Clark St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: breakfast & brunch, pizza, donuts
- Read more on Yelp
#24. The StopAlong
- Rating: 4.5/5 (334 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1812 North Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, burgers, bars
- Read more on Yelp
#23. La Crosta Woodfire Pizzeria Italiana
- Rating: 4.5/5 (293 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2360 North Lincoln Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, italian, desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#22. The Wolfhound Bar and Kitchen
- Rating: 4.5/5 (49 reviews)
- Address: 3188 North Elston Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: bars, pizza, irish
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#21. Proper Pizza
- Rating: 4.5/5 (47 reviews)
- Address: 2459 North Halsted St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Pide Ve Lahmacun
- Rating: 4.5/5 (25 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1812 West Irving Park Road Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, turkish, coffee & tea
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Munno Pizzeria & Bistro
- Rating: 4.5/5 (128 reviews)
- Address: 4656 North Clark St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, italian, wine bars
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#18. Forno Rosso Pizzeria Napoletana
- Rating: 4.5/5 (777 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3719 North Harlem Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, italian, bars
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#17. Pistores Pizza & Pastry
- Rating: 4.6/5 (96 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 546 North Wells St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, desserts, coffee & tea
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Bonci
- Rating: 4.6/5 (28 reviews)
- Address: 1855 West Diversey Pkwy Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza
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#15. Pi-Hi Cafe
- Rating: 4.6/5 (326 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3539 North Western Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: mediterranean, pizza, juice bars & smoothies
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Moti- Lincoln Park
- Rating: 4.6/5 (91 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2312 North Lincoln Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: halal, indian, pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Stix n Brix Pizza
- Rating: 4.6/5 (164 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 218 West 33rd St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, salad, sandwiches
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#12. Crushed Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.6/5 (144 reviews)
- Address: 1607 West Montrose Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza
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#11. Bob's Pizza
- Rating: 4.6/5 (279 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1659 West 21st St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Zazas Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.6/5 (302 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3037 North Clark St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza
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#9. Stunod's Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.6/5 (88 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6535 West 63rd St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, italian, sandwiches
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#8. Zimi's Pizza and Grill
- Rating: 4.7/5 (60 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6954 North Western Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, wraps, sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Naudi Signature Pizza
- Rating: 4.7/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 926 West Diversey Pkwy Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza
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#6. Strapoli Pizzaria & All Day Cafe
- Rating: 4.7/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 545 West Diversey Pkwy Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, sandwiches, coffee & tea
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#5. Milly's Pizza In The Pan
- Rating: 4.7/5 (120 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1005 West Argyle St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza
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#4. Sfera Sicilian Street Food
- Rating: 4.7/5 (98 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5759 North Broadway Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, sicilian, breakfast & brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#3. George's Deep Dish
- Rating: 4.8/5 (75 reviews)
- Address: 6221 North Clark St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, salad
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#2. The Slice Shop
- Rating: 4.8/5 (45 reviews)
- Address: 928 West Belmont Ave. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, burgers
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Five Squared Pizza
- Rating: 4.8/5 (30 reviews)
- Address: 1332 North Halsted St. Chicago, Illinois
- Categories: pizza, food trucks
- Read more on Yelp
This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Kiersten Hickman, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 314 metros.
