Lou Malnati's - South Loop

Name: Lou Malnati's - South Loop
Address: 805 S State St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60605
Telephone: (312) 786-1000
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (156)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

805 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 88 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Kid-friendly
Good for groups
Gluten-free-friendly

No true Chicago experience is complete without a visit to one of the oldest names in Deep Dish Pizza: Lou Malnati’s. Located on South State Street in the South Loop of Chicago, Lou’s South Loop is convenient to the McCormick Center, Soldier Field and Grant Park. Enjoy Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years. A cozy experience awaits ... whether you’ve been at a sporting event, sightseeing, or out for a night of jazz, Lou Malnati’s South Avenue is the perfect spot to satiate your deep dish cravings.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Pizzeria, Italian, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(312) 786-1000
Website
http://www.loumalnatis.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Considered the oldest family name in Chicago pizza, Lou Malnati's is as rich in history as its pizza is in flavor. Whether you’re hosting a get together for family and friends, or a corporate event at your office, our specialists will customize your order. Please call (888) 998-9034 to speak with a member of our Catering Crew.
Private party facilities
Malnati’s success comes from our commitment to quality. Whether you’re hosting a get together for family and friends, or a corporate event, our team can customize a menu that is sure to satisfy your crew! The Lou’s team will make your event a huge success by providing first-class service and sincere hospitality perfect for any occasion.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
805 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605
Neighborhood
South Loop
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

Experiences

Deep Dish Dad’s Day
Jun 15, 2025 only
While we know Dad loves to man the grill, treat him to a Father’s Day where he’s not on the hook for the meal at Lou Malnati’s. Legendary Deep Dish for a legendary dad … reserve your Father’s Day Table.

What 156 people are saying

Lou Malnati's - South Loop reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lou Malnati's - South Loop is a bustling hotspot for fans of authentic Chicago deep dish pizza. Known for its "amazing" pizza and "excellent" service, this location delights with its friendly staff and memorable dining experiences. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity, ensuring prompt seating and enjoyment of "mind-blowing" pizzas.

156 Reviews

F
Fernando
Las Vegas2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great Deep Dish Pizza, good service cook to our taste. Recommended!!
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Rick
Columbus8 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Pizza was good, different than some other Chicago deep dish. Had reservations, but were sat in an section where the server was also handling a very large crowd (30+ people), so we waited a long time to place our order. Worth a try if you like deep dish.
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Roberto
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The reserved a table and we waited only a few minutes before being seated, the serivce was fast and polite, and the Deep Dish pizza was amazing as usual!
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Daniel VIP
Chicago / Illinois8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fantastic food and service for a pre-concert Saturday night
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Krystal
East Tennessee2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The restaurant was very busy, but the staff was very friendly and fast! Our food was great! Thank you
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Holly
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was great. Deep Dish crust was doughy. Chopped Steak barely seasoned. Serving portions very large.
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Dakota
Columbus1 review
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food good place good time good goodwas good had a good time
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David VIP
Utah10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic pizza in a beautiful restaurant. My favorite location around the city.
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Dieter
Miami - Dade41 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First time at this legendary Chicago institution and blown away. Great friendly service! Had the huge Malnati's salad and a thin crust with sausage. Fan for life that pizza is mind blowing
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Roberto
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Appetizers were promptly delivered (garlic bread is amazing!), Deep dish pizza was delicious as always (and really hot!), and the service was impeccable. Beautiful dinner!
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FAQs

Lou Malnati's - South Loop offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 786-1000.

Lou Malnati's - South Loop is rated 4.7 stars by 156 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 88 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Lou Malnati's - South Loop

805 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605

Additional information

Neighborhood
South Loop
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Pizzeria, Italian, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.loumalnatis.com/
Phone number
(312) 786-1000
Catering
Considered the oldest family name in Chicago pizza, Lou Malnati's is as rich in history as its pizza is in flavor. Whether you’re hosting a get together for family and friends, or a corporate event at your office, our specialists will customize your order. Please call (888) 998-9034 to speak with a member of our Catering Crew.
Private party facilities
Malnati’s success comes from our commitment to quality. Whether you’re hosting a get together for family and friends, or a corporate event, our team can customize a menu that is sure to satisfy your crew! The Lou’s team will make your event a huge success by providing first-class service and sincere hospitality perfect for any occasion.

Lou Malnati's - South Loop

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Deep Dish Dad’s Day

Menu

What 156 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Lou Malnati's - South Loop offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Lou Malnati's - South Loop restaurant rated?

Is Lou Malnati's - South Loop currently accepting reservations?

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