Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
(312) 828-9800
439 N Wells St
Chicago,
IL
60610
41.8902
-87.6338
Neighborhoods: Near North Side, Central
What People Are Saying About Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
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Contributor
Citysearch
When it comes to deep-dish pizza in Chicago, it all comes back to this institution that is so confident in its pies that it ships them overnight to most anywhere in the U.S. This old-school spot shines when it comes to the rich sauce, buttery crust and gooey cheese--and things only get better with the addition of pepperoni, spinach or mushrooms. Exposed brick walls are lined with sports paraphernalia, including a picture of a young, skinny Muhammad Ali. A dining room at the rear of the restaurant handles overflow with four-top tables and booths.
User Reviews
MaryannFlash
May 12, 2009
This is a great place for people that live in the neighborhood. If you can walk here, you will LOVE the place!!!! But the down side is that I live a few miles away and have to pick up my order and when I do, there is never any parking out front so you can run in and pay. If they were to have a "Curbside Pick-Up" it would make all the difference in the world! They, like all other 'Chicago style pizza' places, charge a LOT for their food but it is worth it... Their pizza is wonderful and their salads are fresh and, most importantly, WATER FREE... (Here in Chicago, we have a problem with there being a LOT of water at the bottom of carry out Salads.) oh, and they even have garlic dressing! I love this place and will come here again and again.
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JenniferinOhio
April 26, 2009
My husband and I had heard how great the pizza was at Lou's, we were told we "just had to try it" before we left Chicago. We had tried the pizza at Giordano's two nights before and were completely blown away- it was THAT fabulous! So, we headed over to Lou's where waitress took forever to get us anything. She kept saying she'd check back with us- I finally said- "I know what I want to drink and you can take our order too". Yes, three passes by the table and we had to demand she take our drink order. Asked for extra napkins, waited, asked again (never did get them). We wanted to order an additional pizza to take home with us- and our waitress literally disappeared, my husband approached a woman by the bar to request to order our "take home" pizza, and was told "oh your server can handle that for you" to which he replied "uh, yeah, haven't seen her" I think they've gotten too egotistical and have let their service go downhill. Next time I'll just go back to Giordanos.
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dwogn
April 22, 2009
Try their thin crust cheese pizza topped with giardiniera and fresh spinach (enhanced with garlic, basil and onion), its the best pizza anywhere!
read full reviewThe Details on Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Save Money:
Until 2pm every day, get a personal sausage or pepperoni pizza plus soup or a house salad for about $6.
The Extras:
Not only does Lou's deliver all over Chicago, but it will FedEx pizza, Carson's ribs, Eli's Cheesecake and Vienna Beef hot dogs anywhere in the U.S. Call (800) 568-8646.
The Extras:
Need a Lou's fix and you're not in Chicago? They ship anywhere in the U.S. via UPS. Call the restaurant for more information.
Parking:
If you can't find metered parking, try the pay garage on Hubbard and Wells.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Carte Blanche, American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms, Family Style Dining, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Food Delivery, Dine At The Bar
General Info:
Smoking Permitted:
At the bar; Section
