El Diablo
Lou Malnati’s delivers exactly what Chicago deep-dish is supposed to be. Thick, buttery crust, rich sauce that actually tastes like tomatoes instead of sugar paste, and toppings that don’t feel rationed. This is the real deal, not some tourist-trap interpretation pretending to be pizza while committing crimes against cheese.
Service was solid too. Attentive, friendly, and efficient without hovering like they’re afraid you’ll steal a fork. Food came out hot, fresh, and clearly made by people who know what they’re doing and care at least a little about their reputation.
With over 60 locations, they’ve clearly figured out how to scale without completely selling their soul, which is rare in the pizza world. If you want authentic Chicago deep dish done right, this place earns its name and then some. Not trendy, not flashy, just consistently good pizza.
… moreWilliam
We went to the location on Ogden in Chicago for a late lunch to avoid any crowds and called ahead about 15 minutes to minimize the wait for our sausage deep dish with butter crust. We did wait about 15 minutes for the pizza but the wait was well worth it. The sausage was nice and spicy, the cheese was plentiful and very stringy. The sauce was not to sweet and not to acidic with large tomato chunks. And the crust was nice and crisp. We drove an hour to get this pizza and it was worth the drive. We are from California and travel full-time and this was a very memorable experience. Highly recommend Lou Malneti’s on Ogden in Chicago.
… moreDan Haugen
In town for a short stop and had to come in for a deep dish treat. Everything was great as always – the service, the pizza. Much love to the new appetizer though, Malnati’s meatballs with giardinera and burrata. 11 out of 10. Treat yourself.
… moreAlyssa Zavala
Our server Jada was great even with our crowd of 20+ guests. Handled it like the pro she very much is. She was constantly running back & forth for whatever our family needed & had our pitchers filled in a timely manner. The whole team that night definitely went above & beyond.
… moreManuel Lozano
Friendly service, peace an quiet restaurant with s very great vintage decorations.
Service is taking its time.
… moreAbbas Monther
I absolutely love this place, everything is a 5/5. If I could give it a 10/5 I would! Food was amazing, our waitress Sam was super helpful, and stayed on top of everything to make sure that we had a great time. We will be stopping in every time we come out to Chicago.
… moreFrancisco Reyes
Had a big family gathering of 40+ in attendance. Our host/waitress/server Jada killed it. Professional and courteous. Great service and attention.
… moreTino Gilmore
Love this place, Staff is super friendly. Deep Dish Cheese Pizza is phenomenal, not to mention the deep dish pizza with chicken topping. seasoned and delicious Butter Crust Squad!
… moreLeo Melgar
Very spacious and calm space, smells amazing as soon as you walk in. Food is very savory, favorite of mine is the buffalo chicken thin pizza, balanced level of spice and taste. Waitress was nice and helpful and spoke nicely. Overall amazing place.
… moreAsh
Loved the meatball sandwich w/fries. Fresh mozzarella, good portion for the fries. Breading was soft Meatballs were huge and full of flavor. Very satisfied. Joreen was friendly. Nice first experience. It was worth the price. Less than 15 min wait.
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