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Lou Malnati's - River North, Chicago, IL

Lou Malnati's - River North

4.4
4.4
131 Reviews
$30 and under
Pizzeria

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 40 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Child-friendly
If you’re on the hunt for the best pizza River North has to offer, look no further than Lou Malnati’s. Located in the Near North Side of Chicago neighborhood, you can enjoy Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years. Our River North restaurant features a full-service bar, dine-in, carryout, delivery, group ordering, and drop-off catering. During the warmer months, we also offer outdoor seating.
While you’re out in this vibrant, ultra–stylish neighborhood, Lou Malnati’s River North is the perfect spot to satiate your deep dish cravings.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Italian, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 10:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (312) 828-9800
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Considered the oldest family name in Chicago pizza, Lou Malnati's is as rich in history as its pizza is in flavor. Whether you’re hosting a get together for family and friends, or a corporate event at your office, our specialists will customize your order.<br /><br />Please call (888) 998-9034 to speak with a member of our Catering Crew.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Malnati’s success comes from our commitment to quality. Whether you’re hosting a get together for family and friends, or a corporate event, our team can customize a menu that is sure to satisfy your crew! The Lou’s team will make your event a huge success by providing first-class service and sincere hospitality perfect for any occasion.
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine

What 131 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lou Malnati's - River North is a top spot for experiencing authentic Chicago deep dish pizza. Known for "amazing gluten-free options" and "excellent service," the restaurant offers a spacious, lively atmosphere. Despite occasional wait times, many find the "BEST pizza in Chicago" well worth it. Pre-ordering is recommended.

131 Reviews
  1. Jessica

    New York City

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had to wait 20 minutes past our reservation to be seated, but the restaurant wasn't even full. The sauce on our deep dish pizza was cold and the deep dish cookie was very thin- the dessert was basically ice cream. Overall just an okay experience.
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 19 November 2024
    Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. I am so sorry to hear about the long wait time to be sat and about the food quality. Please feel free to reach out directly and we would love to make this up to you. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again!

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  2. Daniel

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food at a decent price with great service. What else could u ask for
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 17 November 2024
    Thanks for the review, Daniel! Thrilled we delivered high marks in all three categories for you! We appreciate your feedback and are so glad to see you enjoyed yourself. Come back anytime!

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  3. Mackenzie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great! Took my family here. Pre ordered the pizza and it was perfect. Two large pizzas was the perfect amount for 8!
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 13 November 2024
    Thanks for the review, Mackenzie! Thrilled you enjoyed our pizza with family! We appreciate your feedback and are so glad to see you enjoyed yourself. Come back anytime!

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  4. Jessica

    Western KY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Ordering ahead was a great option so we didn’t have much of a wait for our food. I wish I could remember our server’s name because she was very attentive and friendly. Highly recommend this spot!
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 13 November 2024
    Thanks for the review, Jessica! Your recommendation means the world to us! We appreciate your feedback and are so glad to see you enjoyed yourself. Come back soon!

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  5. Mark

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Overall kind of a routine place. Did not hugely disappoint but did not impress. Would not return
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 13 November 2024
    Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again!

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  6. pjeter

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Likely not go again , maybe this was just a location issue. Preordered pizza as requested… pizza came out before drinks, apps… forgot our salads. The only item that came fast was our bill.
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 13 November 2024
    Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. I am very sorry to hear about the timing during your visit. Please feel free to reach out directly and we would love to make this up to you. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again!

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  7. Javier

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and incredible service. Very surprised on how they treated us.
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 30 October 2024
    Thanks for the review! We appreciate your feedback and are so glad to see you enjoyed yourself. We hope to serve you again!

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  8. Tiffany

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My son and I were in town with his gf and she had never had deep dish. She said, "I hope it lives up to the hype." Of course, it did. We added the garlicky spinach and fresh tomatoes, which were fantastic, to our sausage. A new favorite has been born. Love! Love! Love!
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 30 October 2024
    Thanks for the review! We love creating a "new favorite"! We appreciate your feedback and are so glad to see you enjoyed yourself. We hope to serve you again!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We waited more than 45 minutes for our reservation. When the pizza finally came to our table it was lukewarm.
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 22 October 2024
    Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. I am very sorry to hear about the wait time and quality of food. Please feel free to reach out directly and we would love to make this up to you. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again!

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  10. Agustin

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best deep dish pizza in Chicago. The server was great and the food delicious.
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 22 October 2024
    Thanks for the review! Thrilled we delivered on food and service for you! We appreciate your feedback and are so glad to see you enjoyed yourself. We hope to serve you again!

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FAQs

Lou Malnati's - River North offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 828-9800.

Lou Malnati's - River North is rated 4.4 stars by 131 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 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lou Malnati's - River North

439 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 10:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 828-9800
  • Catering
    Considered the oldest family name in Chicago pizza, Lou Malnati's is as rich in history as its pizza is in flavor. Whether you’re hosting a get together for family and friends, or a corporate event at your office, our specialists will customize your order.<br /><br />Please call (888) 998-9034 to speak with a member of our Catering Crew.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Malnati’s success comes from our commitment to quality. Whether you’re hosting a get together for family and friends, or a corporate event, our team can customize a menu that is sure to satisfy your crew! The Lou’s team will make your event a huge success by providing first-class service and sincere hospitality perfect for any occasion.
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