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Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder Co., Chicago, IL

Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder Co.

4.9
4.9
2636 Reviews
$30 and under
Pizzeria

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 65 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
WE ARE NOW OPEN FOR DINE-IN BUSINESS. WELCOME BACK
This year marks the 50th-year anniversary of the one and only Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder Co. Since opening their doors in 1972, CPOG has been serving its unique style of pizza, the Pizza Pot Pie- an original- baked in a bowl filled with cheese; homemade sauce from scratch (each batch takes 10 hours of prep and cooking time); large fresh mushrooms and topped with a triple raised Sicilian bread-type dough; then inverted ceremoniously at your table. Six mouth-watering gargantuan Oven Grinders, several colossal salads with distinctive, original homemade dressings and the Mediterranean Bread round out its menu.
In the heart of Lincoln Park in Chicago, this cozy restaurant is housed in a historical building. Set across the street from the site of the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, this three story brownstone is claimed to have been used as a look out for Al Capone’s gang during the legendary hit back in 1929.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 248-2570
  • Payment Options
    Cash Only
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross Street
    In between Webster and Dickens on Clark St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,636 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Pizzeria

  • Chicago

    Best Value

  • Chicago

    Pizzeria

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder Co. offers a unique culinary experience with its iconic pizza pot pie, described as "truly a one-of-a-kind pizza experience." The Mediterranean bread and chef salad are consistently praised as must-tries. While the cozy dining space may require reservations and waiting, "always delicious" food and "outstanding service" make it worthwhile. The restaurant's nostalgic charm and consistent quality keep patrons returning for decades. Remember, it's cash only!

2,636 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fan favorite! Family tradition each season

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  2. Jim

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been going to this place two times per year for the past 48 years! Always great food and service! Hope I could make another 48 years!

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  3. Judith

    VIP

    Chicago

    50 reviews

    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Unique. But I think delishous pizza pot pies and great salads. Limited menu, but that's what you come here for. Always enjoy the retro classic Chicago atmosphere. A bit pricey, but worth it.

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  4. Jake

    VIP

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was fantastic! I don’t come here too often, but it’s a great experience every time. Definitely a good spot to bring people from out of town, but am so glad they take reservations (last time I was there several years ago they didn’t) because this place is so popular and a quaint space… one could wait a while for a table. I’ll be back : )

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  5. Emily

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere!! We always have a great time eating here before Zoo Lights.

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  6. Autumn

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were in & seated within 5 minutes of our reservation time. Hostess was friendly & fast. The runners kept my water full. Our food... Everything was delicious! We will be back soon.

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  7. Jeffery

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible visit at Chicago Pizza and we are very glad that our first experience having a deep dish pizza was from an iconic historical place like Chicago Pizza thank you for the great memories great service and great food.

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  8. chelsey

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappointing! Great food,service, and atmosphere.

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  9. Drew

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The old standby. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. It’s not, and they haven’t, thankfully.

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  10. Timothy

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A place anyone visiting Chicago should try atleast once! Great service, great food, and a great atmosphere.

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FAQs

Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder Co. offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 248-2570.

Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder Co. is rated 4.9 stars by 2636 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 65 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder Co.

2121 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614-4613

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    In between Webster and Dickens on Clark St
  • Area
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    Cash Only
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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