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RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:22:20

On the itinerary...

Pizza
Angelo's Downers Grove...best in the western suburbs and close to "home"
Frank's on Belmont - best pizza/atmosphere/history combo in the city known as Chicago
Barnaby's Northbrook - the best" Barnaby's and the only one with the special crust
Uncle Jerry's in Cary - highly acclaimed deep dish
One more, south side, not Vito & Nicks. Maybe Palermo's, maybe Villa Nova Stickney (although I prefer to dine in), possibly the Aurelio's mothership in Homewood

Italian Beef/Combo
Johnnie's Elmwood Park - simply the best
Maxwell's Downers Grove - best in the western suburbs (food, not necessarily atmosphere)

Other possibles
Something near Wrigley Field on Friday
Wells Brothers Pizza in Racine, WI - one of my 2 all time top 5 in Wisconsin but haven't been in 10+ years
Flying in and out of Midway so possibly Tony's for a combo (never been, heard it is top notch)
D'Capos Downers Grove - great italian food from a gas station? Who knew? Do I get a combo, a pizza, or whatever their special of the day is?

Add Kim’s Uncle in Westmont, elite tavern style*

Posted by bigbop85 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bigbop85' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 29, 2024, 7:28:25, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

I've had it twice and it's very good. More a something different kind of pizza for me

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on May 5, 2024, 1:37:09, in reply to "Add Kim’s Uncle in Westmont, elite tavern style*"

One of the thinnest crispiest pizzas I have ever had, very forward strong, somewhat spicy flavor profile.

I did have the similarly spiced, not quite as thin Dough Daddy's n Westmont (Ogden and Cass) this past week...good stuff from a father-son operation.

I prefer the classic thin crust of Angelo's and that up there in my top 5 along with Frank's on Belmont, Papa Dels Champaign (somewhat nostalgic) and 2 north of the border (Wells Brothers Racine and Zaffiro's Milwaukee).

Was really hoping to do more this trip but family obligations took priority. Wound up with 3 pizzas (Angelo's, Dough Daddy, and the obligatory slice from Aurelio's) and 3 beef sausage combos (Tony's on Pulaski - very good, D'Capo's DG - under the radar but a top 5 for me, and Bernie's just outside of Wrigley Field (good for the location).

I second the motion *

Posted by Exit312 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Exit312' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 29, 2024, 9:16:04, in reply to "Add Kim’s Uncle in Westmont, elite tavern style*"

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Ok not gonna complete it but 2 in 30 hours so far

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 28, 2024, 22:22:35, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

Sat after landing at Midway
Tony's Beef on Pulaski - absolutely solid combo and one of those unassuming neighborhood places where pretty much everything on their huge menu is gonna be good. Just a notch below my favorites.

Sun evening pre Cubs game
Angelo's in DG - confirmed once again why they are on my all time top 5. Just an amazing perfectly cooked well balanced flavorful classic sausage pizza.

Now...what's next?

You going to Brewers-Cubs Friday?*

Posted by JeffFrank <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JeffFrank' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2024, 23:47:32, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

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No tix yet but it's in the plans weather and schedule permitting*

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2024, 0:03:30, in reply to "You going to Brewers-Cubs Friday?*"

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Upper deck? Bleachers? CIB is usually in RF bleachers*

Posted by JeffFrank <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JeffFrank' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2024, 1:35:32, in reply to "No tix yet but it's in the plans weather and schedule permitting*"

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I can vouch for Uncle Jerry's. The space itself is a bit awkward...

Posted by General Engineer <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=General+Engineer' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2024, 17:47:42, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

(basically in the middle of a butcher shop), but the pizza is fantastic. I used to live out that way and have had it dozens of times, and it is always good. Family run place, and the owner will chat you up.

Because of all the positive press, they frequently run out of pizza (especially on weekends) so you should plan to get there early and/or call ahead. Also, it's about 2 blocks from the Cary Metra station, so you don't have to drive there.

Joes pizza in wheeling*

Posted by Mrap24 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Mrap24' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 22:50:50, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

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Huh, I’ll have to try this*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2024, 15:53:27, in reply to "Joes pizza in wheeling*"

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It’s thin crust, tavern style. It’s amazing

Posted by Mrap24 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Mrap24' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2024, 17:14:09, in reply to "Huh, I’ll have to try this*"

It’s in a shady strip mall but it’s fantastic pizza. My go to for thin

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Have you had pizza at Evivva in Lisle? Been a few years but that used to be my favorite.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 16:32:20, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

I’ve somehow never even heard of Angelo’s in DG, will have to check that out sometime.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I know Evviva has Salernos pizza but I have never been

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 16:56:58, in reply to "Have you had pizza at Evivva in Lisle? Been a few years but that used to be my favorite."

Angelo's has been around for 50+ years...moved to current location 10 years ago after being carry out for a long time. Very casual dine in and outdoor patio. Just fantastic pizza in an area loaded with great options.

Salerno's?? Butter crust? :-) *

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2024, 16:14:09, in reply to "I know Evviva has Salernos pizza but I have never been"

Not what I was looking for, but it'll have to do on a Friday afternoon.

Awesome*

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2024, 0:02:17, in reply to "Salerno's?? Butter crust? :-) *"

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Not what I was looking for, but it'll have to do on a Friday afternoon.

If you’re close to Stickney, try Ledo’s on La Grange road*

Posted by TarheelIllini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=TarheelIllini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 16:30:50, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

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Stupidity has a knack of getting its way
Albert Camus
Courage is a muscle. You exercise courage by consistently doing things that scare you.
History doesn’t repeat itself but it often rhymes.

Overrated.*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ISeeDeadHawkeyes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 22:34:51, in reply to "If you’re close to Stickney, try Ledo’s on La Grange road*"

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that makes ChefHeft’s usual menu look healthy

Posted by bbonb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bbonb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:55:59, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

My body would revolt if I ate that much pizza in one week

I have a feeling I won't accomplish all of it but as long as I do each place in moderation it is ok

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2024, 15:48:51, in reply to "that makes ChefHeft’s usual menu look healthy"

I hope

Worked too hard to lose 60+ over the last 4 years but when I go to Chicago and the burbs, all bets are off!

Will you be inhibiting your proton pump?*

Posted by complainant <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=complainant' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2024, 3:44:25, in reply to "I have a feeling I won't accomplish all of it but as long as I do each place in moderation it is ok"

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I hope

Worked too hard to lose 60+ over the last 4 years but when I go to Chicago and the burbs, all bets are off!

My favorite tavern style changed owners, and I'm not ok with it yet.

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ISeeDeadHawkeyes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:47:34, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

From the newer google reviews and pictures, it's clearly an inferior product...and now at a dramatically increased price!

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Only difference Barnaby’s Northbrook is they crump it like pie. Got info from…

Posted by JeffFrank <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JeffFrank' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:43:06, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

…fratty bro owner of Niles.

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i prefer the niles location, but that's nostalgia*

Posted by torinese <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=torinese' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2024, 15:59:22, in reply to "Only difference Barnaby’s Northbrook is they crump it like pie. Got info from…"

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…fratty bro owner of Niles.

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They're the only one that still uses the original recipe and crust

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:44:25, in reply to "Only difference Barnaby’s Northbrook is they crump it like pie. Got info from…"

The rest are all mediocre

He told me original recipe*

Posted by JeffFrank <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JeffFrank' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 16:57:50, in reply to "They're the only one that still uses the original recipe and crust"

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The rest are all mediocre

If you want more deep dish, add Louisa's in Crestwood to your South Side list*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:27:00, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

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On my list for a future trip for sure...have heard great things*

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 16:26:09, in reply to "If you want more deep dish, add Louisa's in Crestwood to your South Side list*"

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That was my go-to growing up

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 16:35:19, in reply to "On my list for a future trip for sure...have heard great things*"

the woman's who opened it up worked at Uno's and Due for 20+ years so she pretty much knew their traditional recipe and made it her own.

Roseangela's in Evergreen Park is a local tavern-style favorite, although I always preferred Barracco's.

So close, but never had it.

Right after HS, good friend's family moved to Oak Forest. We'd get there by turning west on Midlothian Turnpike from Cicero.

Closer to home: far more Barraccos than Roseangelas, mostly because of so little seating in Roseangeloas. OTOH, got introduced to panzerotti from Roseangelas.

Different times, yet such good memories. :-)

Big fan of the Labriola deep dish. Aurelio's is underrated.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:26:57, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chicago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

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you like Maxwell's over Teddy's?*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:23:52, in reply to "RSMBob's 1 week Chciago area visit next week...7 days of pizza and/or italian beef/combo"

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"the sum value of my outfit will always be higher than yours."

Did there used to be a Teddy's at butterfield/Midwest in oak brook?*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 17:03:00, in reply to "you like Maxwell's over Teddy's?*"

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Not sure just know of DG and Darien*

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 22:31:51, in reply to "Did there used to be a Teddy's at butterfield/Midwest in oak brook?*"

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Yes, better food and better value. Teddy's is better for dine-in

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:26:19, in reply to "you like Maxwell's over Teddy's?*"

...and is just 3 blocks from my mom's house so it is worthy...plus italian ice is excellent

i'll have to try maxwell's next time i visit my aunt*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:26:51, in reply to "Yes, better food and better value. Teddy's is better for dine-in"

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...and is just 3 blocks from my mom's house so it is worthy...plus italian ice is excellent

"the sum value of my outfit will always be higher than yours."

So many VERY good places in the area...

Posted by RSMBob <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RSMBob' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2024, 15:30:59, in reply to "i'll have to try maxwell's next time i visit my aunt*"

D'Capos
The Patio
ChiShack
Cozzi Corner
and more

not to mention Potillo's Buona Beef and the pizza places

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