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Lou Malnati's - River North, Chicago, IL

Lou Malnati's - River North

4.3
4.3
135 Reviews
$30 and under
Pizzeria
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Lou Malnati's - River North

4.3
$30 and under
Pizzeria
River North (Chicago)

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 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.

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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
  • 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 135 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lou Malnati's - River North is renowned for its "best pizza ever" and "amazing service." The deep dish pizza, including gluten-free options, receives acclaim for its "fresh ingredients" and "great crust." While some mention service delays, pre-ordering is recommended to enhance the dining experience. Perfect for showcasing Chicago's iconic dish!

135 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We were seated 1 hour after our reservation time.

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  2. Christina

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We were not impressed. We had a reservation for 7:15. I called the day before to ask if we could order early, knowing that the deep dish pizza can take a long time. I was told to order ahead through the app, put a note in the “special instructions” area letting staff know that we’d be dining in. I informed the hostess that we had done this, she said they would print a ticket and let our server know. We didn’t get seated until almost 7:45. Our server got my name, I asked if he needed the order number and he said no, to find our order and took our drink orders. He came back to get the order number because he said he couldn’t find it. He came back again to ask what we ordered became he still couldn’t find it. THEN he finally came back with our drinks. The table next to us had ordered and was already eating by the time we got our drinks. The server said he’d put in an order of bread because we were waiting so long. Finally we got our pizza (it was barely warm) and then the bread. We spoke to a manager and asked what happened, all he could say was that this happened sometimes. We asked for a discount, but because we paid on the app, he said he would look into it. Basically, with pizza and drinks (beer/wine), we paid $200 for cold pizza and a really long wait.

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  3. Alane

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious pizza and salad. If you’re visiting Chicago and want authentic pizza, this is the place.

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  4. Lauren

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was meh…server was nice but overwhelmed. Had to ask multiple times for drink refills, boxes, etc.

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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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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 135 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Lou Malnati's - River North restaurant

Lou Malnati's - River North

4.3
$30 and under
Pizzeria
River North (Chicago)

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 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
  • 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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