2207 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
+1 773-327-1512 [email protected]
Est. 1971

About Pequod's pizza

Discover the heart and history behind Chicago's most beloved deep dish pizzeria — where every slice tells a story of passion, craft, and community.

Pequod's pizza restaurant interior — cozy dining space in Chicago
53+
Years of Excellence
Our Story

The Legend Behind Pequod's pizza

Pequod's pizza was born in 1971 in the heart of Chicago — a city that takes its deep dish seriously. Founded by Burt Katz, a passionate pizzamaker who believed that great pizza began with an unforgettable crust, Pequod's quickly became a North Side institution famous for its distinctive caramelized cheese crust that no other pequods pizza could replicate.

What started as a neighborhood pizzeria evolved into a Chicago landmark. Our signature pan pizza, baked in well-seasoned cast iron pans, produces a crust so uniquely crispy and caramelized on the outside while remaining pillowy soft within — it's unlike anything else in the city or anywhere else in the country.

Today, at our Clybourn Avenue location, we continue the tradition started over five decades ago: handcrafted dough made fresh daily, a house-made chunky tomato sauce, and premium toppings piled high. Pequod's pizza is more than a meal — it's a Chicago rite of passage.

1971
Year Founded
500K+
Happy Guests
#1
Chicago Deep Dish
Our Mission

Crafting Chicago's Most Iconic Deep Dish

At Pequod's pizza, our mission is simple: to serve extraordinary deep dish pizza made with integrity, passion, and the finest ingredients — creating an experience that keeps Chicagoans and visitors coming back generation after generation. We believe in real food, real community, and real flavor.

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What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Everything we do at Pequod's pizza is guided by a commitment to quality, community, and the craft of exceptional pizza-making.

Uncompromising Quality

Every ingredient we use is sourced for maximum freshness and flavor. No shortcuts, no compromises — just the best pizza we can make.

Passion for Craft

Pizza-making is an art form at Pequod's. Our team pours heart and creativity into every pie, honoring the traditions that made us famous.

Community First

We're a neighborhood institution. We give back to Chicago, support local suppliers, and treat every guest like family who's come home for dinner.

Freshness Always

Our dough is made fresh every morning, our sauce is prepared in-house daily, and our toppings are delivered fresh from trusted local and regional partners.

pequods History

Our Journey Through the Decades

From a humble neighborhood pizzeria to a Chicago institution — explore the milestones that shaped Pequod's pizza into what it is today.

  • 1971

    The Beginning

    Burt Katz opens Pequod's pizza in Morton Grove, Illinois. The very first caramelized crust deep dish pizza is baked, and the legend is born. Chicago's food scene would never be the same.

  • 1986

    Moving to Lincoln Park

    Pequod's relocates to its current iconic home at 2207 N Clybourn Ave in Lincoln Park, Chicago. The new location brings the legendary pizza to the heart of the North Side.

  • 1995

    A Chicago Icon

    Chicago Magazine names Pequod's the city's best deep dish pizza. The caramelized crust becomes a culinary signature recognized by food lovers across the country.

  • 2007

    National Recognition

    Food Network, Bon Appétit, and major national media spotlight Pequod's pizza as a must-visit dining destination, drawing visitors from across the United States and beyond.

  • 2015

    Online Ordering Launch

    Pequod's brings its legendary deep dish to the digital era, launching online ordering and delivery services so more Chicagoans can enjoy the perfect pie at home.

  • 2024

    pequods pizza Today

    Serving over 500,000 guests annually, Pequod's pizza continues its tradition of excellence — same recipes, same passion, same caramelized crust that started it all over five decades ago.

Meet the Team

The People Behind Every Perfect Slice

Our dedicated team brings decades of culinary expertise, warm hospitality, and a shared love for pizza to everything we do at Pequod's.

Marco Rossi — Head Chef at Pequod's pizza Chicago

Marco Rossi

Head Chef & Culinary Director

With 20+ years in Chicago's restaurant scene, Marco leads our kitchen with precision and passion, perfecting the caramelized crust recipe that makes Pequod's legendary.

Sarah Chen — General Manager at Pequod's pizza

Sarah Chen

General Manager

Sarah ensures every guest experience at Pequod's is exceptional. Her warmth, attention to detail, and deep knowledge of hospitality keep our dining room humming smoothly.

James Williams — Dough Specialist and Baker at Pequod's pizza

James Williams

Master Dough Artisan

James starts work before dawn every day, crafting our signature dough by hand. His dedication to the perfect fermentation and texture is the foundation of every Pequod's pizza.

Elena Rodriguez — Sauce Chef and Quality Manager at Pequod's pizza

Elena Rodriguez

Sauce Chef & Quality Lead

Elena oversees our house-made tomato sauce recipe — a chunky, herb-forward blend prepared fresh every morning. Her quality standards ensure every pizza meets the Pequod's standard.

Ready to Experience Pequod's pizza?

Join over half a million guests who've discovered Chicago's most iconic deep dish. Order online or visit us at Lincoln Park today.

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