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Providing an only-in-Chicago, unique dining experience since 1972, located in the heart of Lincoln Park. This iconic restaurant is famous for flipping out the reknowned, one of a kind Pizza Pot Pies baked to a golden brown in a bowl and delighting customers for half a century with the internet- viral table-side reveal. The ever-popular Mediterrenean Bread, salads with original, unique dressings, and gargantuan Oven Grinders round out the menu. Grateful to be serving and satisfying generations of guests who have included us in their traditions, family celebrations and milestones. Mostly booth seating, our diningroom offers a cozy, intimate setting in a bustling business.
Cash-only eatery in a historic brownstone serving its famous pizza-pot-pies plus grinders & more.
Hours
| Friday | 4–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 4–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–10 PM |
| Thursday | 4–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2121 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (773) 248-2570
Website: http://www.chicagopizzaandovengrinder.com/
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Jon Loftus
Realy good experience on our first visit. Spending a day in the city is always an adventure for us. Seeing how close we were to this iconic establishment we had to give it a try. I was not disappointed in any bit. We split a Meatball grinder and the smaller sized Pizza Pot Pie, and half the grinder ended up coming home with us (it warmed up beautifully, BTW).
The atmosphere is pleasant. Lots of dark wood everywhere. The seats are good for the dining experience. Service was attentive, when food came they gave us a very nice break while dining, refilling water frequently, and were right there with the check and a to go container when we were ready and not a minute before.
It was a great experience and there is a lot on the menu to explore in future visits!
… moreThe atmosphere is pleasant. Lots of dark wood everywhere. The seats are good for the dining experience. Service was attentive, when food came they gave us a very nice break while dining, refilling water frequently, and were right there with the check and a to go container when we were ready and not a minute before.
It was a great experience and there is a lot on the menu to explore in future visits!
walter Thorne
Ok first im about to be Picky.
Know though this food is “ohh yes, wooo, im so full but i cant not have one more bite”
That said if you wanna a reservation well make it now for 2 to 3 months from now.
If you dont wanna wait in line or at the bar at least 30 minutez , without one. Its worth the wait. But waiting might not be you.
I went on Sunday 10:30 AM for Pizza pot pie, for Meditrian Bread, nd Salad.
Fyi if you get salad you want more than two of anything but ice berg lettuce not cut up very well , it will cost a side charge. But when one of two cuccumber falls off the salad, (cut nd mix the salad) you will be charged for a side of cuccumber. However if you mixe the salad dressing which they refill over nd over yes more please. (Two dressing ok maybe OCD with the only even prime #)
I also recommend not getting the Mushrooms in you pot pie, why well you get two. Stem still in the cap, not cut up to bring the flavor to the sause. We just know cut it up or take the stem out. Whats with this 2 thing. Again go this food is so good im just like why is the stem there.
The meditrain bread your a fool if you dont get some nd more then three of you get two!
The Staff are well dressed, polite, well informed on the menu.
The Bartender was like being in NYC, were the host nd wait staff was as Chicago as the Hardwood nd excellent food smells as you can get.
I dont recommend ordering shoots without having them chilled. Jameson is a room temp wiskey, nd when its 11 out nd you need to warm up. Its my go to. But it was above room temp. That is the only thing i actually am not ok with. Maybe i need to order two for a good temp shot lol.
But its a not miss if your traveling, if like me you live in Chicago nd havent been . Its an over due need to know Pizza Pie .
Remember tell them badmonkeyking sent you.
Enjoy, be ready for a nap.
Maybe with the zoo so close get some animal time in or take a lyft.
Tip your servers at 25% . Enjoy!!
… moreKnow though this food is “ohh yes, wooo, im so full but i cant not have one more bite”
That said if you wanna a reservation well make it now for 2 to 3 months from now.
If you dont wanna wait in line or at the bar at least 30 minutez , without one. Its worth the wait. But waiting might not be you.
I went on Sunday 10:30 AM for Pizza pot pie, for Meditrian Bread, nd Salad.
Fyi if you get salad you want more than two of anything but ice berg lettuce not cut up very well , it will cost a side charge. But when one of two cuccumber falls off the salad, (cut nd mix the salad) you will be charged for a side of cuccumber. However if you mixe the salad dressing which they refill over nd over yes more please. (Two dressing ok maybe OCD with the only even prime #)
I also recommend not getting the Mushrooms in you pot pie, why well you get two. Stem still in the cap, not cut up to bring the flavor to the sause. We just know cut it up or take the stem out. Whats with this 2 thing. Again go this food is so good im just like why is the stem there.
The meditrain bread your a fool if you dont get some nd more then three of you get two!
The Staff are well dressed, polite, well informed on the menu.
The Bartender was like being in NYC, were the host nd wait staff was as Chicago as the Hardwood nd excellent food smells as you can get.
I dont recommend ordering shoots without having them chilled. Jameson is a room temp wiskey, nd when its 11 out nd you need to warm up. Its my go to. But it was above room temp. That is the only thing i actually am not ok with. Maybe i need to order two for a good temp shot lol.
But its a not miss if your traveling, if like me you live in Chicago nd havent been . Its an over due need to know Pizza Pie .
Remember tell them badmonkeyking sent you.
Enjoy, be ready for a nap.
Maybe with the zoo so close get some animal time in or take a lyft.
Tip your servers at 25% . Enjoy!!
Andrew Kub
Great food! The pizza pot pie has big pieces of mushrooms, and is filled with almost like a spaghetti sauce but way better. They took about 30 minutes to get and we went at a busy time and had to wait 45 minutes for a table so plan ahead. The Mediterranean bread was amazing and came out quick. I also had their dirty martini with blue cheese olives and it was nice and salty.
… moreaustin grear
An incredible hole in the wall spot. They have VERY limited seating but the food is one of a kind. They have a very unique menu but every option is the best thing they have. The pizza and oven grinders for entrees are great but the flatbread and salads for starters may be even better. The two dressings make the entire salad, especially how they recommend you mix them. They have an Italian ice cream that wraps the entire meal up nicely. Make sure you have time to wait, this isn’t something you can usually just pop in at get seating for. I can’t recommend them enough, this place is worth the wait!
… moreNadja
Truly enjoyed the experience! Some friends decided to get together and suggested meeting at this place. We didn’t mind waiting. The restaurant is super charming. We decided to order Chicago-style pizza pot pie. It is served in a bread bowl with melted cheese, alongside. Some had the One pounder but most of us ordered the Half-Pounder. It is a unique experience. Tastes great , very cheesy and full of rich flavors. The ambient is amazing! They do accept credit cards . Looks like in the past was cash only. Totally recommend and will for sure go back when visiting Chicago.
… moreRandall Campbell
Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder doesn’t flirt with restraint. It commits.
Massive portions across the board. The One Pounder Vegetarian Pot Pie arrived like a statement. Rich. Layered. A full potpourri of flavor that kept unfolding with every bite. Comfort food with confidence.
The Vegetarian Oven Grinder was hearty and unapologetic. Fresh ingredients. Real substance. I’m a big eater and still walked out with a sizeable take-home container that could’ve passed for a second meal without trying.
Then there’s the “small” Greek salad. Quotation marks fully earned. Fresh, crisp, generous, and absolutely not small by any reasonable definition.
If appetite isn’t your strong suit, get the half pounder and share. This place plays no games with portions.
The atmosphere seals it. Intimate. Warm. The kind of room that pulls you away from the noise of Lincoln Park and keeps you exactly where you are. No rush. No distractions. Just good food and the quiet confidence of a spot that’s been doing this right for a long time.
… moreMassive portions across the board. The One Pounder Vegetarian Pot Pie arrived like a statement. Rich. Layered. A full potpourri of flavor that kept unfolding with every bite. Comfort food with confidence.
The Vegetarian Oven Grinder was hearty and unapologetic. Fresh ingredients. Real substance. I’m a big eater and still walked out with a sizeable take-home container that could’ve passed for a second meal without trying.
Then there’s the “small” Greek salad. Quotation marks fully earned. Fresh, crisp, generous, and absolutely not small by any reasonable definition.
If appetite isn’t your strong suit, get the half pounder and share. This place plays no games with portions.
The atmosphere seals it. Intimate. Warm. The kind of room that pulls you away from the noise of Lincoln Park and keeps you exactly where you are. No rush. No distractions. Just good food and the quiet confidence of a spot that’s been doing this right for a long time.
Wes Zygmont
We stopped in on the recommendation of a Chicago native. This spot is a Chicago iconic staple. We waited a while to get a table which is common during dinner time. We managed to get seats at the bar while we waited. The drinks were poured well! We enjoyed the feel of the restaurant, old school hang out vibe. I highly recommend the flat bread appetizer it was awesome. Everything else we had was great except the meatballs. I wouldn’t go here Al the time but it’s definitely worth trying to experience their unique food.
… moreVictoria
From the moment we walked in, the vibe was inviting and warm. We kicked things off with the Mediterranean bread, and let me just say it was a fantastic start. The flavors were bright and fresh, the bread perfectly crusty on the outside and tender on the inside. A great appetizer to share.
For entrees, I went with the half pounder Pizza Pot Pie (no mushrooms), and my partner had the full pounder (also no mushrooms). Both were wonderful! We still had leftovers. The dough was pretty amazing, it tasted very fresh.
Food arrived in a reasonable window (the server said it would take about a half hour for the pot pie) and the staff was gracious and friendly.
The only criticism I have is that I wish they had more customizations for the pizza pot pie. I would have liked sausage or pepperoni.
But I am definitely coming back to this tasty local place!
… moreFor entrees, I went with the half pounder Pizza Pot Pie (no mushrooms), and my partner had the full pounder (also no mushrooms). Both were wonderful! We still had leftovers. The dough was pretty amazing, it tasted very fresh.
Food arrived in a reasonable window (the server said it would take about a half hour for the pot pie) and the staff was gracious and friendly.
The only criticism I have is that I wish they had more customizations for the pizza pot pie. I would have liked sausage or pepperoni.
But I am definitely coming back to this tasty local place!
Jay Kemp
This is a great restaurant. My wife and I saw this on social media and figured we had to try it. From the entrance to the appetizer to the entrée everything felt comfortable, almost like I was at someone’s grandma’s house. We ordered the bread and the antipasto for our appetizers. They came out fairly quickly. The bread was warm and soft and seasoned with all kinds of goodness. The antipasto was more than enough for a meal for two. We picked our way through the mushrooms and salami and smoked ham and provolone cheese and meatballs until our entrée came out. It was the moment we waited for, the pizza pot pie. It was delicious. The crust was buttery, the cheese was warm and gooey, and the sauce was savory and plentiful. The next time we come back to Chicago we will definitely stop in again.
… moreThomas Studer
I have been wanting to visit this restaurant for a few years now and I have finally had the opportunity. The items ordered was the pizza pot pie with mushrooms and the other order was the Italian Combo.
I will say the atmosphere is wonderful. The service is out of this world and every member of their team should be recognized!
The food, however, I would rate best as a 4/5. The grinder I believe I have made at home that was better or on par. There was not much seasoning or anything to make it special.
The pizza pot pie is good by all means. I simply don’t think it is something I would get time and time again where there are tons of places in the city that I would rate as better.
Would I come back, maybe.
I am glad I came and the memory I spent will be rememebered happily.
… moreI will say the atmosphere is wonderful. The service is out of this world and every member of their team should be recognized!
The food, however, I would rate best as a 4/5. The grinder I believe I have made at home that was better or on par. There was not much seasoning or anything to make it special.
The pizza pot pie is good by all means. I simply don’t think it is something I would get time and time again where there are tons of places in the city that I would rate as better.
Would I come back, maybe.
I am glad I came and the memory I spent will be rememebered happily.