"Lou Malnati’s appearance on this list is more than a lifetime achievement award. Though ownership is pursuing expansion, the deep-dish masters, which originated in suburban Lincolnwood, continue to deliver a quality product with innovations like buttercrust, low-carb sausage crust, and more. The deep dish at Lou’s is very good, even though most Chicagoans don’t want to wait in line. You know if a local loves you if they’re willing to take a tourist. The thin-crust tavern style is also solid and a good place to introduce locals to both styles at once if visits are short. No one cares about Emily anyway." - Ashok Selvam, Eater Staff
Lou Malnati’s
