Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Co. – Italian
Tucked into a historic Lincoln Park brownstone, this subterranean landmark invites diners into a cozy, wood-paneled retreat where the air is thick with the scent of toasted Mediterranean spices and bubbling cheese. Massive, herb-dusted breads and mountain-sized salads anchor the table, creating a communal feast that honors the city’s rich culinary heritage within an atmosphere of timeless, candlelit charm.
60614 https://chicagopizzaandovengrinder.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, sugar-free, diabetic, plant-based, atkins, south-beach, high-fiber, clean-eating, volumetrics, zone, detox, raw-food, mayo-clinic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its incredible steak and elegant presentation, guests consistently praise the intimate setting that creates a memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the warm and accommodating service, specifically noting how helpful the staff are with menu recommendations. Standout dishes include the expertly prepared steak, which diners rave about for its exceptional quality and flavor.
Menu
- Antipasto (Small) - $26: Meats, cheeses, and vegetables marinated in house-made Italian dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Antipasto (Large) - $33.5: Meats, cheeses, and vegetables marinated in house-made Italian dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Mediterranean Bread - $16: Signature seasoned bread creation. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Chef’s Salad (Small) - $18.5: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, pepperoncini, onions, artichoke hearts, green peppers. Served with sour cream garlic and sweet and sour poppy seed dressings. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Chef’s Salad (Large) - $20.75: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, pepperoncini, onions, artichoke hearts, green peppers. Served with sour cream garlic and sweet and sour poppy seed dressings. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Great American Salad (Small) - $23.5: Lettuce, smoked ham, provolone, Swiss cheese, onions, green peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, artichoke hearts, Romano cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics
- Great American Salad (Large) - $30: Lettuce, smoked ham, provolone, Swiss cheese, onions, green peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, artichoke hearts, Romano cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Country French Salad (Small) - $23.5: Lettuce, onions, peppers, tomatoes, green onions, olives, cucumbers, artichoke hearts, Farmer's cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Country French Salad (Large) - $30: Lettuce, onions, peppers, tomatoes, green onions, olives, cucumbers, artichoke hearts, Farmer's cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Italian Festa Salad (Small) - $28: Lettuce, smoked ham, cappocola, provolone, Swiss, sausage, meatballs, salami, pepperoni, artichoke hearts, peppers, anchovies, tomatoes, olives, pepperoncini, mushrooms, cucumbers, pimento, Romano cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Italian Festa Salad (Large) - $33.5: Lettuce, smoked ham, cappocola, provolone, Swiss, sausage, meatballs, salami, pepperoni, artichoke hearts, peppers, anchovies, tomatoes, olives, pepperoncini, mushrooms, cucumbers, pimento, Romano cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Classic Greek Salad (Small) - $23.5: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, Greek olives, onions, anchovies, green onions, dill weed, feta cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Classic Greek Salad (Large) - $30: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, Greek olives, onions, anchovies, green onions, dill weed, feta cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Pizza Pot Pie - Half-Pounder - $19.5: Sicilian bread dough, homemade sauce, olive oil, garlic, onions, green peppers, plum tomatoes, cheese blend, sausage, and whole fresh mushrooms. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pizza Pot Pie - One-Pounder - $38: Sicilian bread dough, homemade sauce, olive oil, garlic, onions, green peppers, plum tomatoes, cheese blend, sausage, and whole fresh mushrooms. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Italian Combination Oven Grinder - $22.5: Smoked ham, Genoa salami, Swiss cheese, anchovies, pickled red pimento peppers, tomatoes, Romano cheese, garlic oil, Italian spices. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Sausage Oven Grinder - $22.5: Italian sausage, tomato sauce, brick cheese, green peppers, Romano cheese, garlic oil, Italian spices. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Meatball Oven Grinder - $22.5: Baked Italian meatballs, tomato sauce, brick cheese, green peppers, Romano cheese, garlic oil, Italian spices. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Italian Ham Oven Grinder - $22.5: Smoked ham, Swiss cheese, pickled red pimento peppers, Romano cheese, garlic oil, Italian spices. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Italian Salami Oven Grinder - $22.5: Genoa salami, Swiss cheese, anchovies, pickled red pimento peppers, Romano cheese, garlic oil, Italian spices. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Vegetarian Oven Grinder - $22.5: Tomato sauce, brick and Swiss cheese, eggplant, onions, olives, mushrooms, red and green peppers, Romano cheese, garlic oil, Italian spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Tortoni (Small) - $13: Italian frozen cream dessert flavored with rum and crushed macaroons, topped with toasted graham crackers. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tortoni (Large) - $16.5: Italian frozen cream dessert flavored with rum and crushed macaroons, topped with toasted graham crackers. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian