Pequod's Pizza · Chicago
Caramelized-crust pan pizza on Clybourn Avenue, a Lincoln Park fixture since 1992
Burt Katz opened the original Pequod's in Morton Grove, and in January 1992 a second location opened in Lincoln Park. Its reputation rests on one thing: the caramelized cheese crust. A ring of mozzarella goes around the rim of the pan and caramelizes as the pie bakes, leaving a dark edge that is crisp and chewy at once. The house style is pan pizza, a close cousin of Chicago deep dish.
Pan pizza with sausage or pepperoni is the classic order, but the menu runs wider than the signature. There is a thin crust with the same long list of toppings, a handful of appetizers like cheese corners and jalapeno poppers, pastas, sandwiches, and a small selection of desserts. The bar pours local drafts such as Spiteful Pequod's IPA and Goose Island 312 alongside wine and spirits.
The kitchen runs Monday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM and Sunday from 11:00 AM to midnight, which long ago made it a Lincoln Park late-night pizza stop. Saturday is the busiest day, and the dinner rush between 6 and 8 PM packs the room. Guests waiting on a table can grab a drink at Whale Tale, a couple of doors down.
Reservations are the way in: the restaurant suggests booking weekday dinners one to two days ahead, and weekend dinners a week ahead for groups under five, two weeks for five or six, and three weeks for seven or more.
Address: 2207 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, Chicago
Pequod's Pizza takes reservations through Tock. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go in Chicago; use the booking link on this page to reserve direct.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 11:00 - 02:00
- Tuesday: 11:00 - 02:00
- Wednesday: 11:00 - 02:00
- Thursday: 11:00 - 02:00
- Friday: 11:00 - 02:00
- Saturday: 11:00 - 02:00
- Sunday: 11:00 - 00:00
Frequently asked about Pequod's Pizza
How do I get a reservation at Pequod's Pizza in Chicago?
Tables at Pequod's Pizza are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger Chicago plan, our Chicago team handles the nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Pequod's Pizza?
Pequod's Pizza is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Pequod's Pizza?
Pequod's Pizza keeps an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Pequod's Pizza located?
Pequod's Pizza is in Chicago, at 2207 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614. MyRSVP can build it into a full Chicago itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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