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Lou Malnati's - River North, Chicago, IL

Lou Malnati's - River North

4.3
4.3
171 Reviews
$30 and under
Pizzeria

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2 people
19:00
Booked 179 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Child-friendly
  • Charming
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Italian, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 10:30–23:00 Fri, Sat 10:30–00:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 828-9800
  • Website
    http://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.<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.
  • Location
    439 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
  • 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

Menu

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What 171 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lou Malnati's - River North is celebrated for its "best deep dish pizza" in Chicago. Guests appreciate the "amazing gluten-free options," "friendly and efficient staff," and the "great atmosphere." While service can sometimes be slow, pre-ordering is advised for a seamless experience. A must-visit for pizza enthusiasts!

171 Reviews

  1. Helen VIP

    Chicago12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was quick, pizza piping hot and Malnati’s salad delicious! We’ll be back!

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  2. Christine

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great classic deep dish, would recommend then even have personal sized

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  3. Stephanie

    Detroit2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great pizza, super nice staff. We had a party of 9 and they were very attentive, even on st Patrick’s day weekend. There was a mishap with my pizza and they were very apologetic about it and truly went above and beyond to correct the issue.

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  4. Bridallady

    Chicago6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We waited 45 minutes for our pizza, which was fine, but when it arrived it was not hot at all. The waitress never appeared to our table to see if we were happy with our meal. We have eaten here before but in the future i do not feel we will return. The crust had zero flavor and it is to have a butter crust.
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Bridallady, We are sorry to hear we didn't meet your expectations. Cold pizza is not our standard and we would love to speak with you and make it better for you in the future. We appreciate your feedback as this helps us improve.

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  5. Courtney

    Milwaukee1 review

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Waited well over 20 minutes to get our drink. Our food order took forever.
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Courtney, Were sorry to hear we didn't meet your expectations. We would love to speak with you and see how we could better serve you in the future. We appreciate your feedback as this helps us improve.

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  6. DoranU

    Hamburg2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Deep Dish Pizza and service, but can be a quite busy place. We had a nice evening and the pizza really was worth the wait
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the review! We are thrilled you enjoyed your time with us! We appreciate your feedback and hope to serve you again soon!

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  7. SamanthaB

    San Francisco2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This was the worst pizza I’ve had in my life. The cheese had absolutely no flavor and the kitchen seems to be very timid about their use of salt. Not worth the money; would not go back
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Samantha, Were sorry to hear we didn't meet your expectations. We would love to speak with you and see how we could better serve you in the future. Thank you for your feedback.

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  8. Alessandro

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great establishment! Service was fantastic and the food was even better.
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 6 March 2025
    Thanks for the review, Alessandro! YOU are the reason we are in the pizza business! We appreciate your feedback and are so glad to see you enjoyed yourself. Come back anytime!

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  9. Harry

    N. Ireland1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The pizza is just kinda bad - tasteless and inauthentic.

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  10. Tammi

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tom and Caitlin were very attentive and friendly. Good suggestions given for food order. We would return to try more from the menu. Great experience.
    Lou Malnati's - River NorthResponded on 18 February 2025
    Thanks for the review, Tammi! Tom and Caitlin are two of our all-time greats! We really appreciate your feedback and are so glad to see you enjoyed yourself. Come back anytime!

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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 4.3 stars by 171 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 179 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 10:30–23:00 Fri, Sat 10:30–00:00
  • 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
  • Website
    http://www.loumalnatis.com/
  • 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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