Gino's East or Lou Malnati's?

[laboheme]

Looking forward to a deep dish pizza experience today. Last day in Chicago--which one would you go to? Thanks!

[chicagothr]

Lou's, no doubt.

[magic]

Any more thoughts?

I'll be visiting Chicago for the first time and will be eating my way through your city over 5 days, with much to get through. Not sure if I'll have enough time for 2 different pizza spots - so which should I choose??

Gino's appears to have a fun vibe, but Lou's seems to get slightly better pizza reviews. Although I've yet to hear anything really bad about Gino's pizza - just maybe that it's not as good as Lou's. But still pretty good.

And now this Pequod's seems to look crazy tasty too!

Now I'm really confused. Thoughts?? Guidance? Help!!

[itryalot]

I think we are trying Pizano's, but Lou's is a close second. We might just pick up a frozen Lou's and take it home with us.

[magic]

I know you! You're in Chicago now?! How bout that.

So what should I do.

Also, a bit off topic, but which Pequod's loaction should I go to? Food quality is most important but atmpsohere and friendly service are VERY important too.

[itryalot]

Not in Chitown yet. On my way soon, though.

[magic]

I wish you well : )

[GraceW]

Even if I remove my bias, if you skim over the other posts.. Lou's got more votes than Gino's.

Pequod's is great too. If for some reason you do go to Gino's, order a salad or appetizer (or pack a granola bar since you'll be waiting on the curb for some time before you get your table) because your pizza takes even longer than Lou's and Pequod's.--Regardless, enjoy and welcome to Chicago.

[magic]

Jeez, I might have to visit all 3. Le sigh.

But thank you :)

Any specific Lou's or Pequod's location? Atmopshere and service are important to me. I'll have a car so I can go anywhere.

[lucylou]

I've seen the posts but I grew up in Chicago and Gino's will always be number 1 to me! I think it's tastier and their sausage is awesome! Sorry but I think lou's crust is to hard. But to each his own:)

[GraceW]

I don't eat pizza. Don;t like it.... BUT I LOVE LOU'S! I actually go there on my birthday.. and I don;t even like pizza! It's just that gooood at Lou's! It is so good, it is hardly pizza. Just goodness.

[Shaggy]

Gino's. The sausage patty (not crumble) is my favorite there.

[Db Cooper]

I've got a fever. And the only cure.....is more Lou's.

[chicgail]

Lou's

[HoosierFoodie]

Lou's

[caseyjo]

I like Gino's ambiance more, but Lou's has that great butter crust. Although, sometimes that butter is too much of a good thing.

I'd forego both and go to Giordano's instead, but if you're set on those two Lou's is probably your best bet. And make sure you get a pitcher of 312 beer to go with that pizza!

[aburkavage]

Pequod's

[gordeaux]

Lou's

[JMFLD]

Lou's

[weinstein5]

I look both but prefer Lou's