DeSalvo's Pizza – Italian
The air at DeSalvo’s Pizza is thick with the irresistible scent of blistered crusts and simmering sauces, inviting guests into a space where classic comfort meets culinary whimsy. Each hand-stretched pie, from the nostalgic, square-cut Grandma style to the vibrant and inventive "Green Dreams," showcases a masterful play of textures and bold, spirited flavors.
1945 Central Street, Evanston 60201 https://desalvospizza.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at DeSalvo's Pizza
Dairy-Free at DeSalvo's Pizza
DeSalvo's Pizza in Evanston has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasonal Vegetable, Seasonal Salad and Side Giardinera. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at DeSalvo's Pizza
DeSalvo's Pizza in Evanston has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasonal Vegetable, Seasonal Salad and Side Giardinera. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at DeSalvo's Pizza
DeSalvo's Pizza in Evanston has 27 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheesy Bread, Brownie and Roasted Broccolini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at DeSalvo's Pizza
DeSalvo's Pizza in Evanston has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including BBQ Chicken, Roasted Broccolini and Grandma Pie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at DeSalvo's Pizza
DeSalvo's Pizza in Evanston has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cerveza Atletica NA, Zenato, Pinot Grigio and Right Bee Cider. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at DeSalvo's Pizza
DeSalvo's Pizza in Evanston has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cerveza Atletica NA, Carbliss and Zenato, Pinot Grigio. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at DeSalvo's Pizza
DeSalvo's Pizza in Evanston has 16 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasonal Vegetable, Seasonal Salad and Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at DeSalvo's Pizza
DeSalvo's Pizza in Evanston has 35 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheesy Bread, Brownie and Margherita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at DeSalvo's Pizza
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Meat Calzone | 1.7 g | 90.4 g |
| The Racoon | 104 g | 56.2 g |
| Chicken Pesto | 3.6 g | 40.3 g |
| Sweet and Spicy | 8.6 g | 37.5 g |
| BBQ Chicken | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Margherita | 18.8 g | 23.5 g |
| Italian | 6.5 g | 23.1 g |
| Cheesy Bread | 42.4 g | 22.6 g |
| Build Your Own Pizza | 8.5 g | 21.2 g |
| Detroit Style | 103.1 g | 21.2 g |
| The Rabbit | 12.2 g | 20.3 g |
| Side Hot Honey | 43.7 g | 17.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated as a dependable choice for a quick family lunch, guests appreciate the straightforward and decent atmosphere that provides a comfortable backdrop for a casual meal. Reviewers highlight the convenience of the experience, noting it as a solid option for those seeking reliable lunch bites and an efficient dining outing.
Menu
Pizza
- Cheese Pizza - $16.5: Hand stretched crust with crushed, vine ripened tomato sauce and house shredded Wisconsin mozzarella and parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Build Your Own Pizza - $16.5: Hand stretched crust with crushed, vine ripened tomato sauce and house shredded Wisconsin mozzarella and parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Racoon - $26: Sausage, Pepperoni, Goat Cheese, Caramelized Onion, Pickled Peppers, Hot Honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Rabbit - $24: Spinach, Mushrooms, Red Onions, Artichoke Hearts, Black Olives, Pickled Peppers Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita - $21: Garlic Oil Base, Fresh Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Dreams - $24: Garlic Oil Base, Spinach, Caramelized Onion, Green Olives, Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto Swirl Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet and Spicy - $23: Sausage, Pepperoni, Pineapple, Jalapeno Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken - $22: BBQ Sauce, Roasted Chicken Breast, Caramelized Onion, Pickled Peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Med - $25: Roasted Eggplant, Roasted Tomatoes, Green Olives, Feta Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grandma Pie - $21: Simple Tomato Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Basil, Olive Oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Detroit Style - $31: Square, Thick Crust, Pan Pizza. Available as Sausage & Pepperoni with Red Sauce OR Green Olives, Caramelized Onions, Spinach & Pesto Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Italian - $15: A Trio of Italian Cold Cuts, Provolone, Tomato, Onions, Arugula, Pickled Peppers, Garlic Aioli, Red Wine Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pesto - $15: Sliced Chicken Breast, Pesto, Garlic Aioli, Tomatoes, Arugula, Pickled Peppers on House Made Ciabatta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Tomato - $13.5: Oven Roasted Tomatoes, Montemore aged Wisconsin Cheddar, Garlic Aioli, Arugula, Balsamic Drizzle on House Made Ciabatta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- GF Focaccia - $11.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Calzones
- Meat Calzone - $18: Sausage, Pepperoni, Pickled Peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Calzone - $18: Spinach, Mushrooms, Black Olives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- BYO Calzone - $15.5: Pizza sauce, Mozzarella, and any additional toppings of your choice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar - $9: Romaine, Shaved Parmesan, Croutons, Caesar Dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arugula - $9: Arugula, Shaved Parmesan, Roasted Almonds, Dried Cherries, Balsamic Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Salad - $9: A rotating salad with seasonal ingredients Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- 3 Garlic Knots & Sauce - $3.5: Bread Knots tossed in garlic oil, herbs and spices. Served with homemade marinara or ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Bread - $14: Garlic, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Mozzarella & Parsley served with house made marinara or ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips - $2: Great Lakes potato chips available in a variety of flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Broccolini - $10: Roasted Broccolini with Breadcrumbs, Wisconsin Parmesan, Saba, Evoo and Micro Greens. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Vegetable - $10: A rotating vegetable side with seasonal ingredients. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons
- Side Giardinera - $0.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Side Ranch - $1.5: 2oz portion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Side Marinara - $1.5: 2oz portion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
- Side Hot Honey - $1.5: 2oz portion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Side Pesto - $2.5: 2oz portion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Desserts
- Chocolate Chip Cookie - $3.75: Homemade brown butter, chocolate chip cookies, sprinkled with flakey salt. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Brownie - $3.75: Ultra rich, moist and chewy chocolate brownie. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Sprecher Root Beer Bottle - $3: Rich, creamy flavor that comes from using Wisconsin honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Canned Soda - $2: Lemon La Croix, Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite
- Lemonade - $3: House made Lemonade served Frozen or over ice
- Iced Tea - $3
- Arnold Palmer - $3
- Bottled Water - $2
- Around the Bend, Vera - $9.75: Pistachio Cream Ale. 16oz 5.0% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Sketchbook, Insufficient Clearance CAN - $9.75: Hazy IPA. 16oz 5% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Revolution, Pils - $6.5: Pilsner. 12oz 5.5% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Lakefront, New Grist - $6.5: Gluten Free Pilsner. 12oz 5.1% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Right Bee Cider - $6.5: Dry Cider. 12oz 6% ABV Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cerveza Atletica NA - $6.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Carbliss - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Zardetto, Brut - $32: Sparkling Cuvée Brut with citrusy notes of pears, apples and peaches. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Zenato, Pinot Grigio - $32: Smooth and refreshing Pinot Grigio with citrus and floral notes. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Villa Maria, Sauv Blanc - $32: Sauvignon Blanc with notes of gooseberry and passionfruit. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Di Majo, Sangiovese - $36: Dry and Mellow and smooth Sangiovese. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Tilia, Malbec - $32: Malbec with fresh notes of violets and rich plum marmalade. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Borsao, Rosé - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about DeSalvo's Pizza
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- DeSalvo's Pizza specializes in Italian cuisine, featuring a variety of hand-stretched pies like Grandma style, Detroit style, and Margherita.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- DeSalvo's Pizza has an average rating of 3.0/5.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect a budget-friendly, casual Italian spot ideal for quick family lunches featuring diverse pizza styles and extensive dietary options.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers describe the restaurant as a dependable, budget-friendly choice for quick family lunches, offering a straightforward atmosphere and efficient service.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the restaurant for being a dependable, efficient choice for quick family lunches and reliable, casual dining experiences.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided information does not specify current operating hours, although the restaurant maintains an active website at desalvospizza.com.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a straightforward, decent, and comfortable atmosphere that is well-suited for a quick family lunch or casual meal.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features over 15 pizza varieties, including Detroit and Grandma styles, alongside calzones, garlic knots, and extensive dietary options.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports numerous diets including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, keto, dairy-free, mediterranean, paleo, and high-protein options across various dishes.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This budget-friendly spot is better suited for casual family lunches and quick bites than special occasions or formal dates.
- Is DeSalvo's Pizza dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. DeSalvo's Pizza has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasonal Vegetable, Seasonal Salad and Side Giardinera.
- What can I eat at DeSalvo's Pizza on a dairy-free diet?
- Seasonal Vegetable, Seasonal Salad and Side Giardinera carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does DeSalvo's Pizza have vegan options?
- Yes. 16 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Seasonal Vegetable and Seasonal Salad.
- Is DeSalvo's Pizza gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at DeSalvo's Pizza?
- Meat Calzone, at roughly 90.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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