Sapori Napoletani Pizzeria Napoletana Wood burning oven

Amazing food taste like Italy

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Employe you need a check ! You have to teach them a good service

Service: 1

First time dining here. Incredible food and service.
Our server Brookie was very friendly and attentive.
Definitely coming back to this hidden gem!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Worth the drive or train ride from downtown. We got the Diavola and Prosciutto and Arugula pizzas. Will be coming back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

One of the best restaurants in Chicago.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My first Neapolitan style pizza, very different from American styles. Quite richly flavored and aromatic, would love to have it again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Used to love coming here, but the quality has gone downhill in every way—both hospitality and food. Our server was rude and unprofessional to us, and even argued with another staff member right in front of our table. To make it worse, the pork tenderloin with lemon sauce we ordered was GREY, and completely tasteless, like a block of rubber. Sadly, won't be coming back anymore.

Restaurant Review

As someone with deep roots in Naples, Italy—my great-grandfather’s hometown—I came in with high hopes of experiencing authentic Italian cuisine. Unfortunately, this restaurant didn’t live up to those expectations.

The marinara sauce, which should be the soul of any good Italian dish, was watery and lacked the rich flavor I was hoping for. The noodles were also a letdown—either overcooked or under-seasoned, they didn’t have the texture or taste that makes Italian pasta shine.

I really wanted to enjoy this place, especially given my family’s connection to Naples, but overall, it was a disappointing experience. I hope the restaurant takes the opportunity to refine their recipes and deliver on the promise of true Italian cooking.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Wood fire pizza that should have crispy crust, but most of it was soggy. Topping relatively tasteless. Just average.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Love their food and casual rustic Italian atmosphere. Hosted a family party for ~30 ppl and it went perfectly. Restaurant was clean, food and presentation was great, staff was professional and organized, and the recommended wine was a hit. We had several pizzas, calamari, octopus, bruschetta, prosciutto, burrata. All was great and fresh. Big thanks to Brooke for her recommendations and professionalism.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sapori Napoletani Pizzeria is hands down my favorite restaurant!

Whenever it’s my turn to pick a place to eat with family or friends, this is my go-to. What keeps me coming back is the consistency - I’ve never had a bad experience here. The pizza, paninis, and fries are spot on every single time. I haven’t tried their pastas yet, but anything that hits that wood-fired oven - especially their dough and crust —
- is absolutely delicious!

The staff are always kind, welcoming, and friendly, which just adds to the already awesome experience.

The picture speaks for itself… do yourself a favor and give it a try. You won’t be disappointed!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We decided to meet up with friends at Sapori Napoletani Pizzeria after hearing good things about it, but it was a huge disappointment. We made a reservation in advance, but when we arrived, we had to wait 10 minutes to be seated, even though plenty of tables were empty. Then it took another 10 minutes just to take our order.

The service was terrible. The blonde lady who served us was unfriendly and unwelcoming, which set the tone for the rest of the evening. We ordered pizza and calamari, and neither dish had any flavor or seasoning—everything was just bland and lacking.

When we were finished, we asked for the check, and she told us it would be right away. Instead, she served another table and took payment from another table. After waiting 20 minutes, we had to remind her that we were still waiting.

The whole experience was frustrating and disappointing. The food was bad, the service was worse, and I will never be coming back. Not recommended.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

Went a couple Sundays ago. Sat at the bar w my girl. Had 2 drinks, a pizza that was a slippery slidey mess, and a salad that was a deconstructed tomato. 80$ really disenfranchises from ever wanting to go out. Was very hot in there. My girl hated the aesthetic and the chairs at the bar. I used to like this establishment, never again. Our servers were sweet nice girls who engaged us w playful conversation.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 4

My wife and I go here often after work. The pizza is delicious. The house salad is to die for and the balsamic dressing is just absolutely tasty. We love the bruschetta and usually get gluten-free pasta with a side of fries. It is a great date night place and also a place to just chill with family. I had my wedding rehearsal there and it was a great time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious pizza! We love the owners and the staff 🧡

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5