50 Best Pizza Restaurants near Wilmette

“Great place! Great price! Best place to come in a city :)“

“Love this place. As a dine in experience terrific for kids too! Two arcade games, one TV on nickelodeon, and paying via code on your phone! (A godsend for parents needing to make a quick exit.) Our favorite spot in town, for take out and now dine in too!“

“HUGE slices that disappear quickly. outstanding!!!“

“Great pizza! Make sure to check out the salads and the homemade gnocchi“

“Thank you for the cheese pizza promo. It was fresh and delicious. I enjoyed the buttery crust. Keep up the good work.“

“I’m 40, and I’ve been eating Lou Malnati’s for as long as I can remember. I left Chicago at 18, and of all the foods I miss, this is at the very top of the list. There is simply no substitute for their deep dish pizza with that legendary butter crust. I’m a classic cheese fan, but the sausage chunks have become a favorite over the years, too.

This location has been our family’s takeout spot my entire life, and it still feels like home. They’ve done an incredible job scaling the company while preserving the soul of a Chicago family business. The food is consistently excellent, the pricing feels fair, and I’m genuinely proud to bring friends here when I’m back in town.

The Malnati salad is a standout, rich and flavorful, and the perfect way to start a pizza night. The storefront is easy to access, always buzzing, and the staff are kind, efficient, and truly embody the brand.

I’ve ordered dozens of frozen Lou Malnati’s pies shipped to the East Coast over the years, and they come impressively close to the real thing, especially with a high-functioning oven. Best tip: bake and eat them right away, and butter the pan. I’ve made the mistake of letting them sit too long in the freezer, and they lose a bit of their magic.

I’ve even worked holiday shifts in the warehouse where these pies ship from, so I don’t just love this place, I live and breathe it. Great family, great history, and a world-class pizza experience. The boneless wings and bruschetta are also excellent. The newer app and loyalty program are also a great evolution for the brand.

If you’re visiting Chicago, this is a must, and with roughly 60 locations to choose from, it’s a true Chicago institution you have to experience. If you’re in the North Shore suburbs and want a dine-in experience, the original Lou Malnati’s in Lincolnwood is fantastic for group dinners and highly recommended. This Lake Avenue location is takeout only and consistently delivers.

Highly, highly recommended!“

“Wonderful restaurant. Food was excellent very close to what I had in Rome. Staff very friendly and made our dining very enjoyable! Go here!!“

“We LOVE ❤️ Milly’s meticulously hand crafted pizza! You can absolutely taste the love and care that goes into their food-well worth the wait to experience this deliciousness!! Keep up the great work we’re customers for life!“

“always great pizza, really friendly staff, and good prices for the amount of food! I would go for the specialty slices. my favs are the mac and the chicken and waffles!! place itself is pretty no frills but staff was friendly enough to change TVs to games we were interested in!!“

“Absolutely AMAZING pizza. The dough is just perfect. The salads are outstanding and their take on sandwiches is completely out of the ordinary. The owners and people who work there are so nice and welcoming. I highly recommend this place. 5 stars!!!!“

“Good food , good gem and good friends…..?“

“Celebrated my wife’s birthday here with three other families, as we were in Chicago between baseball tournaments. Not only was Coda di Volpe able to accommodate a same day reservation for a large party, but they went above and beyond, from personalizing menus with a birthday wish, to adding a special touch on dessert. With four teenage boys in tow, the menu provided ample carbs and comfort for them while we enjoyed a broad sample of the offerings - all were very happy with their meals! Cocktails and wine selection was also on the mark. Kudos to Jeremy and his staff. We came all dressed in white and he told us he knew he wanted to do something special for our party… they knocked it out of the park! Looking forward to coming back to Chicago and making a beeline for this restaurant… a no-brainer.“

“I tried the pizzas last night. We had 4 different kinds and they were honestly soooo delicious! Can’t wait for you to open! This is GREAT pizza!!!“

“Was excited to finally try this neighborhood gem. An excellent choice for my birthday dinner. The arancini were phenomenal! Can’t wait to come back.“

“Solid crispy thin crust! Buy by the slice to satisfy a quick craving, or order a whole (small/medium/large) pizza. Pasta sauce and dessert pies are also delicious! The place is no frills, so don't expect fancy silverware. Terrific add to the neighborhood!“

“Stopped here for a quick bite during my road trip and was impressed with the quality of their pizza. One of my favorite slices I tried was the Shawarma pizza. It’s very unique, different and packed with flavor . Def recommend giving them a try.“

“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.“

“We're from out of town and stopped in for dinner after visiting a nearby museum and our pizza was delicious. The staff is extremely friendly and took excellent care of us. Cannoli we're great as well. We're over an hour away, but we will be back!“

“We always look forward to takeout (during COVID) and look forward to seeing you in person. Pizza is always fantastic!!! Always!“

“We tried five different pizzas, they were absolutely delicious. The flavor was out of this world amazing. We especially loved the focaccia as an appetizer as well. The service was super friendly and wonderful! Highly recommend you take a trip over to Zaza‘s pizza in Lincoln Park!“

“Amazing place and the staff are awesome“

“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!“

“Absolutely delicious! I would totally recommend. 🫶🏻“

“Nov 2025- we brought the family back, and the chef made sure my pizza was anti-allergen. I appreciate Olivia and the effort the team made to ensure a safe and happy dinner experience, even with food allergies. Just one of the many reasons we love this place 🤩
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The pulled pork nachos are gigantic! Definitely share them with friends.

The Wrigley salad is like the team- don't underestimate. It's great!

Try the Lance pizza. Gluten-free was delightful.

Sarah answered all my questions about food sensitivities and helped make sure my experience was top notch.

We will be coming back.“

“MAN LISTEN!!!! We drove from the far south side (state line to be exact) to taste a slice. We showed up and you showed out!!! You lived up to our expectations and gave us a story to tell as well. Thanks to the team at the Roscoe Village location. #EatingMyLastSliceNow You are now my recommendation for best pizza in Chicago to my guests at my job. #TeamHospitality“

“Absolutely Outstanding!

Mike, Bransino, and Poppi are an absolute delight — their passion truly shines through in every slice. As a Chicago native who’s had more than my fair share of pizza, I can confidently say this place sets a new standard. The pizza is crafted to perfection — crisp, flavorful, and made with fresh, quality ingredients.

The menu is spot-on: simple, focused, and designed for true pizza lovers. But what really makes this place special is the people — their warmth and genuine hospitality make every visit feel like you’re part of the neighborhood family.

Today was my first visit, and it definitely won’t be my last. Consider me a regular from here on out! If you’re looking for incredible pizza, great company, and a relaxing neighborhood vibe, this is the spot. Don’t hesitate — come experience one of Chicago’s finest pizza gems!“

“This pizza is so good! I wish they were open more often“

“This crust blew my mind. 10/10“

“Excellent Deep Dish Pizza!“

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

“Great food and top notch service. A must have when we are in the city.“

“Excellent all the way around 👍 Owner so nice. Pizza was top notch. Will tell our friends and family“

“Fresh and delicious attention to detail. Just had a deep dish pizza with red onion and yellow peppers. Perfect balance of flavors.“

“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.“

“Good thin crust and good ingredients, cooked perfect“

“Our pizzas were fantastic! The gluten free crust was delicious (per the two that ate it). The deep dish was wonderful as well! So many options, super friendly service! Lots of locals were eating here so that is a good sign.“

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

“Exelent“

“I love this place love the pizza and their tomato basil“

“Ordered catering for a 40th birthday party and it was excellent! A great value and everyone enjoyed the food! Huge portions of chicken and salad and guests devoured the beef! And of course the pizza never disappoints! Highly recommend! Great service!“

“My experience with this restaurant was very good and wonderful. The people who work inside are clean and advise you on special things. There is also a wonderful taste in the food and it is very clean. Everything is halal here and the prices here are very good at the lowest prices. You can eat your meal for one person and you do not need to order anything else.“

“Always on point wood the good eats“

“After a game at Wrigley, we decided to take a short walk for dinner and landed at Giordano’s, where they lived up to their longstanding reputation. Our server, Taylor, was the best ever.“

“Very friendly employees and the food was stellar. The variety of pizzas, and the quality ingredients used are .
award-worthy. I order the breadsticks every single time, get them crispy with marinara sauce and that will leave you craving it daily. It's's the best pizzeria in the neighborhood.“

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

“Delicious food & great menu. The service is top notch! The Italian beef is a favorite of mine when visiting from Cincinnati. 🙂“

“Best Chicago deep dish pizza.“

“amazing staff, incredible food, and prices are great. definitely better than your local pizza place, check them out“

“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 atmosphere and food!“