I’m going to Chicago soon. What’s the best deep dish pizza and why? Be sure to include at least 5 suggestions and include the location of each by its distance from the Bean.
Enjoy your trip to Chicago! Here are my top five suggestions for the best deep dish pizzas in the city, each rich in flavors, with distinctive features, and how far they are from The Bean:
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria (4.1 miles from The Bean): Recognized for its buttery, flaky crust and the exclusive sausage blend with extra cheese. The legacy of Chicago-style Deep Dish started with them in 1971. Their Fresh mozzarella and vine-ripened tomatoes give a zesty touch on the pizzas.
Pequod's Pizza (5.2 miles from The Bean): Famously known for its caramelized crust giving a perfect blend of crispiness and a pleasant flavor. It offers a unique take on deep-dish pizza that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Giordano's (0.8 miles from The Bean): This is a classic Chicago establishment famous for its stuffed deep-dish pizza, the crust is delectably flaky, and it's loaded with cheese.
Gino's East (1.9 miles from The Bean): Distinguished for its golden crust and quality cheese. A true Chicago-style pizza experience that is not to be missed.
Uno Pizzeria & Grill (1 mile from The Bean): Where the deep-dish pizza was born back in 1943. Known for its flaky crust that remains crunchy even with many toppings, this legendary spot is a must-try.
Create an itinerary for the Chicago trip where my flight landing at 3pm on day 1 and I leave at noon on day 4. This is a three night trip. The itinerary must include a visit to the John Hancock center, the river walk, the bean, an architectural tour, and dinner each night. The dinners must include one night for deep dish pizza and another at a famous Chicago steakhouse.
3:00 PM - Land in Chicago. Take transportation to hotel and check-in.
6:00 PM - Visit the John Hancock Center, enjoy the panoramic views of the Windy City.
8:00 PM - Dinner at Pequod's Pizza, famous for its deep-dish pizza.
Day 2:
9:00 AM - Breakfast at your hotel.
10:30 AM - Begin your day exploring the city's architecture with the Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise on the Chicago River.
1:00 PM - Lunch at a local cafe.
2:30 PM - Visit the Chicago Riverwalk, relax and enjoy the views or engage in recreational activities.
7:00 PM - Dinner at Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse, one of the most famous steakhouses in Chicago.
Day 3:
9:00 AM - Breakfast at your hotel.
10:30 AM - Visit the Cloud Gate also known as "The Bean" at the Millennium Park.
1:00 PM - Lunch at a local eatery.
2:30 PM - Free time for shopping or explore other attractions in Chicago.
7:00 PM - Dinner at a restaurant of your choice.
Day 4:
9:00 AM - Breakfast at your hotel.
10:00 AM - Check-out from the hotel and take transportation to the airport.
12:00 PM - Depart from Chicago.
Of course, this is just a suggested itinerary and Chicago has a lot more to offer! You can modify this itinerary according to your preferences and the pace at which you would like to tour. Enjoy your trip!