Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder

03/09/2008 Posted by chrism99

I love the greek salad at this place and the mushroom pizza's which are turned over on your plate! Great place for first date! My fiance cathy loves it too!

01/15/2008 Posted by christierae

I have recently moved to Chicago and was recommended this restaurant from a friend and it is FANTASTIC!! The ambiance is wonderful. You feel as if you are in a mountain town in Aspen...very cozy and cottage like. The food is absolutely delicious...from the salads to the Pizza Pies (what they are known for)...it is a must visit. I have already been 3 times in the past month! Also, the price points are extremely affordable with a great wine selection. Yes the wait is very long, however, I feel it is more then worth it! This is a must visit in Chicago!

Pros: Food, Ambience, Price

Cons: Long Wait to be seated due to popularity

10/14/2007 Posted by dorkahonis

This place was referred to me by a friend so I was very excited to try it out. My boyfriend and I went there on a Friday night around 9:30pm thinking it would be a good time to go with out much of a wait. We got there and the place was PACKED. It is a very small building not very accommodating to the large amount of hungry people waiting to eat. Most people had to wait outside. We went there pretty hungry and disappointed to see that there was such a long wait. We got in to find out that they do not take names, their is one guy that is expected to remember all of the faces of everyone that comes in, and the order in which they came in. After waiting at the very crowed bar for an hour and a half we were finally seated. I guess the guy did remember us after all. The food was really good. We got a salad to start which came with three very tasty homemade dressings that you mix together that makes one delicious mix. With the salad we got their specialty bread. Which comes to you so large it is falling off of the sides of the plate. I have to say that due to this bread alone it was worth the wait. For our main course we each got a small pizza potpie. You can order the crust in either white or whole wheat. It comes stocked with meat and loaded with cheese. The only thing I think would really make the pizza potpie better would be if you could pick the toppings that come inside. Don't let the fact that you can't pick the toppings scare you though, because they are prepared fresh you can still subtract those items which you do not want. After all was said and done we both left very satisfied with very full belly's. =D

Pros: Food

Cons: long wait

04/25/2007 Posted by mbmiddendorf

Yum! Great food. I'm hungry just thinking about it. Just remember to come hungry and bring cash as they do not take credit cards

Pros: flat bread, salads and pizza are out of this world!

Cons: credit cards only

01/16/2007 Posted by kdiones

One of my favorite places in Chicago. The atmosphere is warm and cozy. There is not enough seating so you may have to wait but it's worth the wait! The host does not take your name down. But don't be alarmed, he will remember your face and when you are next to be seated. For 2 people, the one pounder pizza pot-pie and an order of the Mediterranean Bread makes a perfect meal. Don't forget to order the mediterranean bread!!

Pros: Pizza Pot-Pie, Mediterranean Bread, Atmosphere

Cons: Small space

10/05/2006 Posted by eaglecove1

Have not been there lately, but I am overjoyed that the greeter is still there. He makes those who demand personal service cringe! He has a mind that snaps you face to your name and puts a unique number to you. You are never slighted! Some consider this bad service...but he is unique at best. The Mediterranean Bread is over the top! The Grinders are unique at best. Such Ingredients! The history of the neighborhood is awesome....across from the St. Valentines Massacre! Love this town! Why buy a plane ticket with so many great Chicago places.....Try Half Shell just North and West on Diversy and you will be ready for a HAT TRICK even if you try White Castle's next!

Pros: Outstanding Dining Experience

Cons: Service that will Fool you

09/24/2006 Posted by girlaudio

While being in town on business I had the opportunity to stop by. This place is super! The Potpie Pizza is the best food you will have. Get the Mediterranean Bread for appetizer too!! You won't regret any of it. The GirlAudio Productions team will always eat at Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder! Thanks guys!

Pros: Great Food, Super Atmosphere

09/12/2006 Posted by dakotadad

I don't know how the maitre d remembers you by face only. He knows exactly how long it will be for your table too! Order the Meditteranean Bread for an appetizer and try to sit at the round table in the window. The best "POTPIE" pizza in the universe. I first thought the waiter was spilling over a mushroom the first time I went there. What a delight to see the chhese and veggies when he flipped it. Order the wheat crust, just because it's different.

Pros: Excellent food and service. Liked the maitre d

Cons: The booths are kinda snug after you eat and drink

08/22/2006 Posted by dse122

I moved away a few years ago but this was one of my favorite restaurants and still is. Everytime I come back to visit, I must go here. This is such a wonderful cozy place to take a friend or date to try and to experience Chicago. If you haven't been and have the chance to go here, DO IT. The line is usually long so skip lunch and get there as soon as they open for dinner and you shouldn't have to wait. Get the bread, salad(mix the dressings as suggested) and don't forget the pizza pie. IF you think you still have room get dessert. Just enjoy this wonderful place and all the lovely character of this charming building. Take a walk to the zoo afterwards and just enjoy one of the best restaurants and best citys!!!!!!!!!!

Pros: It is all excellent

Cons: oh, maybe the parking but you can always valet

08/18/2006 Posted by earlsgirl8

and let me tell you, the wait is usually long (unless you get there when they first open) but.....this pizza is worth it! 1 pounder, whole wheat, with sausage and the largest whole mushrooms you could possibly imagine..... don't forget to get a salad to share and the meditteranean bread!!!!!!!!

Pros: can't beat what you eat......and take the waitstaff's recommendations

Cons: parking is left to be desirable