££££Price: Moderate • Wine bar • Oakbrook Terrace
Piccolo Buco in Oak Brook, IL, offers an exceptional Pizzeria experience that transports diners straight to Rome with every bite. Known for its authentic Italian flavors, the restaurant's standout feature is its extraordinary tall crust, which is "crisp on the outside yet cloud-like at the center," an unforgettable hallmark of Chef Luca Issa's pizza mastery. The pizzas are celebrated for their perfect balance of creamy mozzarella and vibrant tomato sauce, as well as their "properly burned and blistered" edges. Guests rave about the "amazing" food and attentive service, making Piccolo Buco a must-visit destination for pizza enthusiasts seeking a genuine taste of Italy.