Pequod's Pizzeria

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2207 N Clybourn Ave (btwn W Webster Ave & N Greenview Ave)
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 327-1512
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Mon–Sat: 11:00 AM–2:00 AM Sun: 11:00 AM–Midnight
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Pequod’s originator Burt Katz moved on from this endeavor after few years to take a break before opening a new pizza stalwart in 1989: Burt’s Place (now closed) in Morton Grove, just north of Chicago. But the years have been kind to his legacy. Pequod’s deep dish, known for its “caramelized crust,” earns points for its chewy, crusty, quasi-burnt cheese crust that forms the outer edge of this cheesy casserole, adding a welcome degree of texture that probably wouldn’t be necessary if it weren’t nearly an inch thick. But it is necessary. And beautiful. And it does add that texture. And you can thank the fact that they spread a thin layer of cheese along the outer part of the crust where it darkens against the side of the pan.  

— Arthur Bovino, 101 Best Pizzas in America 2015, 8/6/2015

 

 

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Foursquare Tips

  • From Monday to Friday, from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, enjoy a $4.95 lunch special that includes a 7 pan pizza with one topping and soda or domestic tap beer. Great nightly deals to enjoy, as well.
    Cheapism | 2011-04-12 18:39:55
  • Mmmmm...caramelized crust...
    Bryan | 2010-05-16 15:18:35
  • When people think deep dish, it's usually Uno's, Lou Malnati's, or Giordano's. But locals know to head to Pequods to avoid the fanfare and grab a solid slice.
    The Feast | 2011-06-09 17:40:37
  • Jesus crumbles under the temptation of Pequod's pizza. Best pizza in this universe or any other.
    Josh | 2013-03-24 02:19:12
  • Dangerously amazing! Get the pan with the caramelized crusy!
    Kfunky | 2010-08-01 23:57:21
  • Absolutly the best around!!!
    Melissa | 2010-03-28 17:33:57
  • Pequod's deep dish pizza is my favorite!
    Lego | 2013-07-27 20:36:17
  • The best deep dish pizza in Chicago! Hands down! But...bring your own ketchup if you plan on ordering fries.
    Lego | 2013-08-12 22:01:09
  • The BEST pizza in Chicago. If you're dining in, be sure to make a reservation.
    Casey | 2012-11-27 07:43:39
  • Top five pizza in city
    Marvin | 2010-04-13 20:24:30
  • You havent experienced deep dish until youve tried it with a caramelized crust. Load up on sausage, spinach, pepperoni, ground beef, giardiniera and taste the difference of the crispy, thick crust.
    Eater | 2014-03-20 16:00:15
  • Best deep dish in Chicago. Carmelized onions FTW.
    Brent | 2009-08-12 21:59:41
  • Real pizza, BITCHEZ
    Daymion | 2013-06-22 22:04:40
  • Order a deep dish pizza (with sausage!) to go. Order cheesy bread and a beer while you wait.
    Jake | 2013-03-11 00:58:24
  • Foursquare says I've been here at least 20 times and every time I get deep dish with pepperoni, spinach, and onion. Definitely my favorite pizza!
    Adisak | 2012-12-28 15:48:25
  • My favorite Chicago style pizza in the city.
    Lauren | 2010-01-07 16:29:52
  • Best Chicago deep dish pizza hands down. If I'm ever asked by out of towners where to, I direct them here.
    Tim | 2014-08-06 14:14:37
  • Get the sausage, damn it. Chunks the size of your head.
    John | 2013-06-09 20:47:50
  • Best lunch special in Chicago $4.95 for personal pizza and beer.
    Jeff | 2012-12-28 13:56:23
  • Chicagoens, end your quest for the best deep dish here. There is simply no equal!
    Todd | 2011-08-06 23:04:44