Lou Malnati's Pizzeria (River North)
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
A local Chicago deep-dish pizza brand founded in 1971, famous for its buttery crust and thick sausage layer; the River North location is very close to downtown.
Founded in 1971 in the suburb of Lincolnwood, Lou Malnati's is an iconic local Chicago deep-dish pizza brand. This entry features the River North location (439 N Wells St), which is within walking distance of downtown. The signature Malnati Chicago Classic features lean sausage, extra cheese, and vine-ripened tomato sauce layered on their famous Buttercrust; the vegetarian option, The Lou, comes with spinach, mushrooms, and Roma tomatoes. Deep-dish pizzas are baked fresh to order and take about 30–45 minutes, so it is best to order as soon as you are seated. Reservations can be made via OpenTable; the atmosphere is casual and family-friendly.
Opening hours
Sun–Thu 11:00–23:00; Fri–Sat 11:00–24:00
Nearby sights
- Chicago Theatre
- Magnificent Mile
- Chicago Cultural Center
- Rookery Building
- Chicago Water Tower
- Willis Tower Skydeck
- Chicago Riverwalk & Architecture Cruise
- Millennium Park & Cloud Gate