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!“

“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“

“Amazing place and the staff are awesome“

“I don't have pictures because of course we pigged out...this place is the gem they say it is...the food is awesome...they have an eating area. I had the penne bolognaise..my husband the timballo..for give me if I misspelled it..baked spaghetti....the gelato is great...they make their own bread..I bought their homemade sopressata to take home...I am sure I will not be disappointed..I highly recommend it..“

“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!“

“amazing pizza and everything on the menu is amazing“

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

“Excellent Deep Dish Pizza!“

“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 ♥️“

“Yummy east coast style pizza
Plain cheese is excellent
Crust is crispier than others
Sauce is less sweet more savory than others
Not criticisms actually I enjoyed this style

Italian ice is super smooth
Owners are super friendly
Not a ton of seating
Check hours before going and don’t park in the lot“

“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“

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

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

“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!“

“The pizza and toppings are amazing!!“

“Absolute perfection. The real deal! If you are looking for authentic, traditional Serbian burek, this place hits a home run. The texture is exactly what it should be: shatteringly crispy on the outside and beautifully tender and flaky on the inside. The filling-to-dough ratio was spot on. It is perfectly savory, rich, and served piping hot right out of the oven. The vibe casual, no-frills, and incredibly welcoming. Pairing a burek with a cold cup of drinking yogurt is a total game-changer. Easily the best comfort food around. Our family are definitely a regular here! Kids love it as well!!“

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

“I went after work (9/10/26) around 11 pm, the girl who took my order was super sweet and so nice. Everything I order was warm and tasty. Sometimes it’s not what you order is the way they take care(welcome)of you. Thank you again.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Food is amazing! Highly recommend out of all the pizza places in Norridge, this beats the rest. Villa Napoli was my spot up until Rosattis came into the picture! Great team, very friendly and always have a positive attitude. Carlos is phenomenal!“

“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'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.“

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

“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!“

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

“We came for the vegan pizza and stayed for the incredible staff. Danny and Kat really make you feel welcome. We’ve been visiting almost every week even though we’re not even in the neighborhood.

Don’t get me wrong, the pizza itself is great. My top pick is the vegan florentine. The drinks are excellent too.

But it’s the atmosphere and the vibe that make this place an absolute must-visit.“

“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. 🍕“

“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!“

“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!“

“Amazing service and taste! (Westlawn location)“

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

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“Excellent place for pizza. We had the olive appetizer plate, broccolini salad, sausage pizza and caprese deep dish. All were excellent.

The outdoor dining experience is great. We dined with our young daughter and she loves the courtyard and people-watching. Great spot, will be back.“

“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.“

“bello romantic delicioso“

“Amazing service and taste! (Westlawn location)“

“This is the most authentic Italian food we’ve had since our visit to Italy in 2019. The brick oven pizzas were AMAZING and the spaghetti bolognese was delicious!! To finish our meals, we had Tiramisu that was out of this world!! The ambiance was cozy and the staff were so welcoming. It was like eating at home with family. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Lou provided an outstanding experience from start to finish. His customer service was exceptional, and he made us feel welcome the moment we arrived. He took the time to share the history of this Lou Malnati’s location, which made our visit even more enjoyable. He also educated me about the catering options and explained how our high school could use Lou Malnati’s for future events. As a teacher, I truly appreciated him taking the time to provide that information, and I’ll definitely be sharing it with my colleagues so we can consider Lou Malnati’s as a regular catering vendor for our students and school events. Lou was professional, knowledgeable, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. Thank you, Lou, for the excellent service. We’ll definitely be back!“

“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!”“