50 Best Pizza Restaurants near Riverside

“A delivery app made a mistake with my order. LaBarra took charge and the general manager personally delivered 2 delicious pizzas to make up for the outside apps mistake. Above and beyond! Thank you!“

“Amazing place and the staff are awesome“

“In 2017, I picked up my older brother at Midway to come home to the funeral of our youngest brother that committed suicide at 23 yers old. We swung over to Vito and Nick's to get a pizza and talk. It was our first time there. We ended up telling the waitress the situation because we had both been crying. Next thing we know, the kitchen had par-baked like 8 large pizzas of all types, and gave us a hand-written note giving us condolences and instructions on how to finish baking the pizzas. They said they wanted to make sure my family was well-fed in our time of tragedy ❤ And the pizza is INCREDIBLE ❤ SPECIAL, SPECIAL PLACE“

“The food was excellent. We were a party of 6 and everyone had something different. Portion sizes were large. Food was piping hot when served. Wait staff was friendly. The owner came over to check on our group at least twice during our dining experience. Loved the atmosphere. I will come here every time I’m visiting Chicago!“

“Where do I even start... The establishment is unlike anything I've experienced so far, the place feels magical for both kids and grown-ups alike. When you step in for the first time, it feels akin to a fun, fantastical experience coming to life. This place is a great experience alone, but trust me, it's best when visiting with some company; you could even bring your sister to this location. As for the staff, they know what they do and take their job seriously: they don't treat their job as some sort of pizzeria simulator. The pizza they serve is catered to your specifications, allowing you to have the ultimate custom experience any night. Don't get me wrong, this place is still prone to human error, but the staff is capable of providing help when wanted. Aside from the inevitable human error (and unsubstantiated rumors involving disappearances) the only downside is the lack of a warning when accessing the free wifi, if you do want to use the free wifi, just remember to use a VPN to prevent a security breach on your device. Personally, I reccomend it over any of the other copycat locations; I don't know the secret of the success of mimic locations, but having already patronized here for 5 nights, I know that I will always come back.“

“Our go to Pizza Night spot. Quick & delicious every time!“

“amazing pizza and everything on the menu is amazing“

“Excellent Deep Dish Pizza!“

“Amazing dine-in pizza spot. Unique pizzas by the slice means everyone can try something different. Their pulled pork pizza is the best slice I've ever eaten, bar none. Cheese curds are delicious too!“

“First time here, amazing service and food was delicious. Owner or manager came to every table to check in and thank us for coming in and support this business. I will definitely be back. So good!!!“

“Great JOB! Love the wings and Heart pizza was awesome as always ♥️“

“The Stop a Long did not disappoint. Amazing burgers and fun atmosphere. out server Jack was great. thank you for a great experience“

“This place is incredible. The crust is awesome, the sauce is highly flavorful, and they hit the perfect balance with just the right amount of cheese. I especially love how they slice the veggie toppings very thin so they cook properly into the pizza and don't make the pizza soggy.“

“Best GF Pizza I have ever had and I have been GF for 15 years! Highly recommend!“

“Came with a party of 8, and every one of us were satisfied and happy with what we ordered. Our Server was awesome, and the desserts oh my. Will definitely be making our way back from the southwest burbs“

“The pizza and toppings are amazing!!“

“The Stop a Long did not disappoint. Amazing burgers and fun atmosphere. out server Jack was great. thank you for a great experience“

“I asked AI to find me a Cubano sandwich nearby and it took me to this fantastic place. I got some kind of dish that was phyllo dough with spinach and cheese in the middle of it. I have no idea what it was but it was really good and the staff seemed delighted that I was trying something new for the first time.

I also got their Cuban sandwich and substituted mustard for the Mayo that comes with it. First of all it was ginormous and could have fed two people. The bread was a cross between sourdough and a pizza crust and seemed like it was made right there. And then it had generous helpings of ham and shredded pork with pickles. It was really great!

Staff seems super friendly and the place looked like it was packed full of regulars who were speaking Serbian maybe?
It was a great experience.“

“I don't like pizza in general but I can't say no to Belonas.“

“We stopped in for brunch on the recommendation of our son, who said he’d heard good things about the Wolfhound. He was right! Great food and atmosphere and the owner is a great guy!“

“Delicious, sparkling, clean, very friendly owner and staff! This place is a gem.“

“Enjoyed food from this location for the first time today, and it was GREAT! I rarely eat a salad when I get pizza, but it was provided for our luncheon today, and even the salad was great - I would buy a jar of the balsamic vinaigrette - it's really really good. Thanks for the great food today, Rosati's!“

“Our server was amazing! Had a wonderful time ❤️“

“Just had lunch with my neighbor Jorge and as usual was NOT disappointed! Chris was her usual friendly self. She’s always on the ball about pleasing people and sending them home happy and full. Rose was the waitress everyone dreams of. Patient and funny all in the same breath. If you haven’t been to LaVilla I highly recommend a visit. You will want to return again and again! I’d be there more often but I have no self control. 🤣“

“I ordered the gluten free deep dish stuffed pizza and let me tell you, BEST GLUTEN FREE PIZZA I HAVE EVER HAD. CRIED TEARS OF JOY BECAUSE IT WAS THAT GOOD. 10/10, CANNOT RECOMMEND ENOUGH.“

“Our waiter DJ was fantastic! So friendly & great service!“

“I ordered the pizza from there. It’s very delicious. This will definitely be my go to for pizza now. Keep up the good work.“

“There was only counter service at this site, although a few tables were available. Not very clean. The staff person was nice and helpful.
Pizza was pretty good. Sauce on the sweeter side. Two of us had a small pie with sausage, pepperoni and mushroom and had a few pieces left.“

“Pizza was ok, nothing to write home about. I got a slice of sausage, slice of pepperoni, some wings and a cream soda. Wings were also ok. I wouldn’t choose salad dressing as a dipping sauce but hey what are you gonna do. Good crunch on the crust. I bet if I ordered a whole pie and asked for extra sauce well done I would like it more.“

“We've loved Joe's for over a decade and decided to rent the party room at their new location for an event. It was fantastic! The food was great as always, and Kim and Eric took wonderful care of our party throughout the event. Thank you for making everything perfect for our friends and family!“

“Probably the best pizza I’ve ever had (and as a fat guy from Wisconsin, I know a few things about pizza).“

“I’d say this place is good but it’s actually amazing. It’s late at night and if anything it’s usually first come first serve. Today was a chill night. I came to get my pizza and in no time. I got it freshhh. I appreciate the people in the back putting the effort to make my food.“

“Very fresh ingredients, made to order, piping hot, great taste.“

“Valerie was amazing! She was so friendly, welcoming, and made the whole pickup process quick and easy for me today. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of, and her positive attitude really stood out. Great customer service like hers makes all the difference. Thank you, Valerie!“

“Wow! Cesar really took care of me when I came through the drive-through! I will definitely be back because of how kind he was! He got my order 100% correct and just was so kind in the process! You really don’t see service like this anymore. Thank you so much, Cesar. I will definitely be back.“

“I had heard Monti's was the best place to get a Philly in Chicago, and since I've been craving one lately, I had to give it a try. I can honestly say it's the best Philly I've had in Chicago and the surrounding areas. It definitely did not disappoint.
I ordered mine with extra mayo and white American cheese, and it was absolutely delicious. The staff was friendly, the service was great, and the whole experience lived up to the hype. I highly recommend giving Monti's a try if you're looking for an authentic Philly cheesesteak!“

“The pizza is incredible. The sauce, the dough, the sausage, very flavorful excellent pizza best pizza on the southside hands-down“

“Holy moly that Caesar wrap add chicken was so delicious. Their pizza is great too! So decided they are next door to Imperial Oak Brewing in Willow Springs!“

“1st time being here and everything was A+! We came in and sat at the bar while our food was being freshly made. Awesome and Friendly staff! Enjoyed a little bit of the game on tv and had some cheese fries while we waited with our drinks. I definitely want to go back and try more on the menu! Brought the pizzas home to 4 teenagers and they devoured them in minutes. Lol Thanks so much for nice little “date” night while we waited. 🍕“

“Amazing service and taste! (Westlawn location)“

“Deserves more than 5 stars! WONDERFUL experience each time I come here. Everything made from scratch. Not just pierogi ---Gelato, soups, empanadas, tamales, pizza pie (takes 50 mins to make from scratch and worth it!!) Premium Belgium chocolates, shakes, Coffee and most recent.....160 (yes one hundred and sixty) different premium teas from around the world!!.....and more to come! They also own the tea room and book store next to the cafe. Owners are THE BEST! Welcoming, personable and humorous. Dinning outside available and pups are welcome! You can tell they have a passion for the business. HIGHLY recommend! ENJOY!“

“Awesome thin crust pizza, just like you imagined in your dream last night.“

“I've gone to Vinces for over 20 years, and I can honestly say it never disappoints. From the moment you walk in, you feel like part of the family. You are always greeted with a smiling face and the smells alone will keep you coming back for more. The pizza here is consistently incredible. Perfectly thin crust, just the right amount of sauce, and loaded with toppings that can fit any craving. With the number of years, I have been visiting, I have tried almost everything on the menu from their pizza to their pastas to their appetizers and I keep on going back. I have even hosted parties that have said the same. Not often you find a place that keeps tradition alive with the highest quality, but Vinces makes it happen every day. See everyone soon. Thank you Vinces you are a neighborhood treasure.“

“Amazing service and taste! (Westlawn location)“

“A small celebration was planned at Giordano's in Willowbrook for my nieces' Baptisms. My Hubby and I walked in early with balloons and flowers, two hours early, in fact. Yet this did not faze anyone there. They could not have been nicer. "You're a little early..." "We came to decorate." Stephanie showed us to a sunny corner of the restaurant, all set up for the expected 20 guests. She offered us an ice-cold beverage. Several hours later, the party was in full swing, with a wide variety of fantastic pizza spread out among the many tables. It was served after a delicious and very fresh Caesar salad. Yum! All of our many favorite flavors/crusts were represented, which kept Stephanie busy serving the tables. The pizzas were hot with crispy crusts. The mostaccioli had stretchy cheese with an almost creamy texture. It had a little kick, too. Fabulous! A dessert table followed the pizza, which was just right. We never felt rushed, and so stayed to visit a while longer. This Willowbrook Giordano's was super clean with a cheerful, efficient staff. Thank you, Stephanie and Manager Patrick. We will return!“

“Absolutely amazing experience at Rosati’s! The pizza was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and made everything quick and easy. Great atmosphere and excellent customer service from start to finish. Definitely one of my favorite pizza spots — highly recommend if you’re looking for quality food and a great experience!”“

“����� there food is great and the pizza is awesome �“

“Best pizza slices around!“

“Not too bad. Food was decent. They’re still fixing up the inside to bring in some gambling games but otherwise bright and clean.“

“Great pizza! Moved into the neighborhood and was trying to find a good local pizza joint. I found them via advertisement in the weekly ads. Business is always very professional and kind.“