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Lou Malnati's - Lincolnwood, Lincolnwood, IL

Lou Malnati's - Lincolnwood

4.7
4.7
39 Reviews
$30 and under
Pizzeria

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
The best pizza in Lincolnwood is being dished out at the very first Lou Malnati’s location. Established in 1971 at 6649 N Lincoln Ave, Lou Malnati’s Lincolnwood opened with customers lining the streets for a taste of Lou’s deep dish creations. This original location has become a landmark, serving the best Chicago deep dish there is, with a full-service bar, dine-in, carryout, delivery, catering and a private event space. Experience Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years, with family recipes and high-quality ingredients you just don’t find everywhere.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Italian, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (847) 673-0800
  • Website
    https://www.loumalnatis.com/
  • 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. Please call (888) 998-9034 to speak with a member of our Catering Crew.
  • 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.

Menu

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What 39 people are saying

Lou Malnati's - Lincolnwood reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Pizzeria

  • North Suburbs

    Great for brunch

  • North Suburbs

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lou Malnati's in Lincolnwood offers an iconic Chicago deep dish experience with "amazing pizza" and "great service." The "attentive" staff enhance the relaxed atmosphere of the original location. Customers appreciate the efficient reservation system, and the delicious food, including customizable personal pizzas and fresh ingredients, ensures a memorable dining experience.
39 Reviews

  1. Sarah

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Decent food and salads. Service ok except our server wouldn’t give us separate checks.

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  2. Meghan

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service from a Very kind and attentive waitress!

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  3. John

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    On Valentine's Day, they were ridiculously packed, but our server was very attentive and kept checking in on us. The food was amazing as always. We're regulars here, but the fact that the quality didn't suffer from such a packed day prompted me to write this review. Incredible place. Definitely be sure to get a reservation. I overheard the staff telling people that the wait for a table was 2 hours. We, on the other hand, had a reservation and were seated immediately. Definitely get a reservation. These wait times can happen even on busy Saturdays, not just holidays.

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  4. Jennifer

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great drinks, great appetizers, amazing pizza. We had a large group and we were all very happy with our choice of restaurant.

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  5. Matt VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great deep dish pizza, friendly waiter who was attentive even though the restaurant was really busy. Nice to have an experience at the original location!

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  6. Erin

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pizza is always great and the service was fantastic.

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  7. Rebecca

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was great. The pasta was excellent. It filled my tummy to the rim.

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  8. debbie VIP

    Chicago41 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It was very busy. We were seated quickly upon our arrival. The staff were very busy and it took a while for place settings and water. Also waer refills were very slow and needed to ask multiple times. We were told timing of pizza which was acceptable for how busy they were (45 minutes) We ordered appetizers and salads which allowed us to be eating something while we waited for pizza.

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  9. Judy

    Chicago79 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The salad and pizza were excellent, as always!!!! Our waitress was excellent. It was nice and quiet-not crowded yet. An A+ like always!!!!!

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  10. Leone

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great time. Our spinach pizza was delicious, as always. I'm not sure of the name of our server -- the receipt says "Juanjo U" -- but he was excellent: very friendly and attentive and kept us informed of the status of our order.

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FAQs

Lou Malnati's - Lincolnwood offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 673-0800.

Lou Malnati's - Lincolnwood is rated 4.7 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Lou Malnati's - Lincolnwood

6649 Lincoln Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712-3605

Additional information

  • Area
    Lincolnwood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.loumalnatis.com/
  • Phone number
    (847) 673-0800
  • 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. Please call (888) 998-9034 to speak with a member of our Catering Crew.
  • 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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