1. Dan’s Pizza (Downers Grove)

 

• Widely considered one of the most consistent tavern-style pizzas
• Balanced sauce, cheese, and crisp crust
• Frequently ranked #1 locally

2. Kim’s Uncle Pizza (Westmont)

 

• Cult following (expect waits)
• Ultra-thin, crispy, high-quality toppings
• Strong Reddit + foodie buzz

“Definitely worth the several hour wait”

3. Little Pops NY Pizzeria (Naperville)

 

• Best New York-style slice in the burbs
• Big, foldable slices + authentic vibe

4. Fiamme Pizzeria Napoletana (Naperville)

 

• Wood-fired, Neapolitan + Detroit-style options
• More upscale pizza experience
• Highly rated for creative pies

5. Angelo’s Pizza (Downers Grove)

 

• Classic Chicago tavern-style staple
• Local favorite for decades
• Frequently mentioned in rankings + Reddit

6. Billy Bricks Wood Fired Pizza (Naperville / Lombard / La Grange)

 

• Neapolitan + New Haven-style hybrid
• Fast-growing local chain with strong consistency

7. Giuliano’s Pizza (Hinsdale)

 

• Family-owned, high-quality ingredients
• Great mix of thin crust + specialty pies

8. Lantern Pizza Co. (Downers Grove)

 

• Newer spot with legit Neapolitan pies
• One of the rising stars in the area

9. Uncle Pete’s Pizza (Naperville)

 

• Old-school, family-owned since the 1940s
• Huge menu + consistent quality

10. Dominick’s Pizza (Villa Park)

 

• Underrated tavern-style gem
• Strong local following

“Dominick’s… outstanding and throwback inside”

🧠 Quick Breakdown (What to try based on style)

• Best Tavern Thin Crust: Dan’s, Kim’s Uncle, Angelo’s
• Best NY Style: Little Pops
• Best Wood-Fired / Neapolitan: Fiamme, Billy Bricks, Lantern
• Best Old-School Spots: Uncle Pete’s, Dominick’s