Nella Pizza e Pasta

"Celebrated pizzaiola Nella Grassano has turned her Hyde Park pizza hotspot into a neighborhood staple that draws diners from across the city. Patrons can savor warm weather and the restaurant’s excellent Neapolitan pies, Bombe (stuffed pizzas), risotto, and much more on the patio. A full bar, including bottomless Torani (prosecco and fresh strawberry puree) and Peroni on draft, is also available." - Naomi Waxman

"Rounding out the Neapolitan trifecta is Nella Pizza e Pasta, a fantastic Neapolitan pizza place in Hyde Park. The pizzas are cooked in a wood-burning oven and have the perfectly charred crust you hope for in a Neapolitan pie." - adrian kane, veda kilaru, john ringor

"Calamari fritti, quattro formaggi risotta, and housemade spaghetti are come of the specialties at this Hyde Park Italian restaurant. Yes, this list is avoiding pizzerias, but they do serve a tasty selection of authentic Neapolitan pies. That baking comes in handy so diners can use the fresh bread to sop up the numerous delicious sauces. Featuring bar and hightop seating and a bright design scheme with white subway tiles accenting the walls. Reservations can be made on Resy." - Ashok Selvam

"After vacating Lincoln Park, the owners of Nella Pizza e Pasta found a home near the University of Chicago in Hyde Park. Customers will find top-notch Neapolitan pizzas and more." - Eater Staff, Ashok Selvam

"This is from the same people who owned Pizzeria Da Nella, a fantastic pizza place formerly in Lincoln Park. Now they’re in Hyde Park, serving the same awesome Neapolitan pies as always. The decor feels modern and even a little cheesy, with cans of tomatoes and a bright yellow Vespa dangling over the bar. But it’s great for groups, or a low-key date night. Especially if you’re on a date with a Vespa enthusiast." - adrian kane