Share(773) 248-2570
2121 N Clark St
Chicago,
IL
60614
41.9207
-87.6374
Neighborhoods: Lincoln Park, North Side
What People Are Saying About Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – This distinctive old brownstone has high ceilings, pine paneling and majestic wooden booths that lend a cozy cabin feel, and the room buzzes loudly with chatter from couples and groups. A must-try is the pizza potpie, an inventive creation with triple-raised Sicilian dough, mozzarella and tangy tomato sauce, it's baked in a bowl and turned over tableside when served. Grinders are also recommended, including meatball with brick cheese, tomato sauce and grilled green peppers.
03/28/09
I've loved this place for 24 years!
by Cassia at Citysearch
I have been going to this place with my family for my whole life. everyone I bring there loves it too!
You MUST try the mediterranean bread WITH the antipasta salad. The key is the two homemade dressings (yes they sell bottles for you to take home)
creamy garlic and sweet poppyseed.
mix them together and it's perfection!
Out of the dozens of visits,, I've only ordered the grinders once.
We go for the pizza
please try it and remember it is cash only!
- Pros: cozy atmosphere and yummy bread and salad!
- Cons: cash only
03/25/09
Cash Only, Get Real
by RobertMcCoy at Citysearch
The filthy mitt to remove the pizza was disgusting. We tried to overlook that and ate it. Not taking charge cards limited our spending and that was a good thing.
Never again. So many better places.
- Pros: None
- Cons: Unsanitary ,no chargecards
02/18/09
BEST PIZZA IN CHICAGO!
by loneranger11148 at Citysearch
Chicago Pizza Pie and Oven Grinder Company is one of the most unique places in Chicago to eat. It's cozy and the food is wonderful and affordable. The pizza is unbelieveable, and the salad is great too. When I lived there, I tried to go at least once every few months. I am writing this, because value is so miportant these days, and this place really offers just that. So does the other fave. mentioned in a previous review, The Half Shell at Diversey and Orchard. That also falls under the "don't blink or you'll miss it" category of "small, sweet, worth-the-wait" treats hidden in this surprising city! Enjoy. Oh, and just park in the first spot you find...otherwise, it's a hunt for a space.
- Cons: parking
The Details on Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder
The Extras:
Groups should consider the antipasto platter, a colorful variety of Italian meats, cheeses, peppers and marinated veggies.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Cash
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Family Style Dining, Date Spot, Group Dining
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
