Share(312) 321-1000
29 E Ohio St
Chicago,
IL
60611
41.8924
-87.6272
Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side
What People Are Saying About Pizzeria Uno
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – The pies take 45-60 minutes to bake at this low-ceilinged, dark pizza joint, so a host takes orders from customers while they stand in line. It's all deep dish--no thin-crust pizza here--and broccoli is about the most exotic topping you'll find. The pizza arrives dripping with cheese and not too much sauce, and a flaky, crunchy, almost pie-like crust. The menu also features steaks, salads, burgers and pastas. –
06/23/09
Apparently I only like Detroit-style deep dish....
by mccarthy113 at Citysearch
After living with Pizza Papalis in Detroit for so many years, I just assumed that that was a decent representation of Chicago-style deep dish pizza. Boy, was I wrong! The pizza arrived and it was not at all what I know and love as "deep dish". It was essentially a really doughy pizza. While a Pizza Papalis pizza weighs like 20 pounds from being packed with cheese and meat and vegetables, Uno was mostly dough, with the usual amount of cheese and toppings on top. Just sitting on top! Like a regular pizza! Why is that so special?
Therefore, I don't refer to Michigan deep dish pizzas as "Chicago-style" anymore. Who wants a mouthful of dough? Go eat some pancakes.
- Pros: Historical aspect, I guess
- Cons: Just not that good!
12/06/08
Great Deep Dish!
by xopineapple71890xo at Citysearch
Chicago style pizza is perfected here! The crust is flaky, the cheese is hot and gooey, and the sauce is perfect! The old-Italian/old Chicago decor is great too. Definitely recommended.
- Pros: Delicious pizza, decor, service
- Cons: wait times
11/22/08
The original Chicago pizza pie, a throwback
by eskercurve at Citysearch
I'll be frank about Pizzeria Uno, and concise - if you want authentic Chicago pizza pie, go here. It won't be to everyone's tastes, and it won't live up to a lot of peoples' expectations. What you get is basically a recipe that hasn't changed in the decades this place has been around - a pie crust that is crumbly and hearty, combined with a powerful tomato sauce that is spiced lightly and with cheese that is simply the best in the country, leaving you satisfied with one (and a guilty second!) piece, you will rejoice tomorrow when you have leftovers. Many people are put off with the wait - come early. Many people complain about the wait staff - talk to the manager, they will come. And if you are used to substandard pizza (like St. Louis style with Provel ... Provolone and velveeta cheese mixed *shudder*, or New York style pizza with gallons of grease per slice) then you will not like this. However if you are unbiased and simply looking for a homely, dark pizza house then this is the place. Order the pepperoni pizza for an extra special taste that will leave you breathless at how pizza should be.
- Pros: Pizza ... what you came there for!
- Cons: Parking, potentially LOONG wait times
The Details on Pizzeria Uno
Save Time:
For a shorter wait, head across the street to Pizzeria Due, which was opened to handle the overflow from Uno.
The Extras:
Uno's small street-side patio provides a perfect opportunity to people-watch and enjoy a beer (more than 50 offered) or a mixed drink, like the Captain Colada--a tall, blended libation of spiced rum and pina colada.
Save Money:
On weekdays at lunch, get an individual pizza plus soup or salad for $6.
Parking:
The restaurant offers discounted parking at the garage across the street--$10 for three hours.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Notable Beer List, Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, Outdoor Dining, Family Style Dining, Group Dining, Food Delivery
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At Bar
