Happy Camper Pizza
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Happy Camper Pizza — Old Town italian anchored by the Pizza. Good energy here, especially on weekends. Drink selection punches above its weight. "Love the kale cashew salad with grilled chicken And the pizza is really good" — Katharine Liang
Experience Breakdown
Tony Eats Pizza
156 reviews
“We always try to request a booth, but that ended up not being the best area to sit, since it was loud and very orange since the only real light by us was from the neon sign”
Highlights
Must Try
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
Location
1209 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610
What 3,306+ diners say about Happy Camper Pizza
“Went here for national championship and loved it.”
Went here for national championship and loved it! Everything was amazing, vibes, service, atmosphere all of it! Will be back!
Mary Claire Wolk
Jan 2026
“Seasonal cocktails are great.”
Seasonal cocktails are great. Pizza is always great and we ordered the tavern style pizza and is was really good. Hummus is great too.
Laura Garzon
Dec 2025
“Great outdoor bar/eatery.”
Great outdoor bar/eatery. Went here with my friend and had a late night bite and enjoyed the rest of our Friday night here. It was a little loud given it’s on a busy street and had music playing and overall it was a great experience.
Rowshon Jahan
Dec 2025
“Our server Jordan and the Happy Camper management team went above and beyond to make my cousin’s birthday special!”
Our server Jordan and the Happy Camper management team went above and beyond to make my cousin’s birthday special!! Serious shout out to our server - the drinks, food, atmosphere, and service was amazing.
Summer Schmidt
Dec 2025
“A friend visited in the spring and raved about her pizza so I couldn’t wait to eat here when we were in Chicago.”
A friend visited in the spring and raved about her pizza so I couldn’t wait to eat here when we were in Chicago. Old Town is a unique area and Happy Camper is a great stop. Service was attentive and helpful. Wine was good and the pizza was fabulous! Would be a regular if I lived here!
Trudy Johnson
Dec 2025
“We were able to snag a quick dinner at happy camper before heading to a show.”
We were able to snag a quick dinner at happy camper before heading to a show. We ordered the nadene, fig, and street corn, along with a potato skin app. I would have skipped the potato skins. The nadene was so delicious that we ordered another. The street corn was surprisingly good, with the add-your-own tajin giving it a nice acidity. The fig was sweet. Cocktails were strong, if expensive. Our waiter Kyle was great and able to take our order quickly, and brought us complementary shots as we were celebrating a bachelorette party! He made it such a memorable and fun experience.
Anna S
Nov 2025
“so cute and fun! got happy menu and was delicious. good and friendly service”
Hailey Zane
Oct 2025
“This place is awesome.”
This place is awesome! Stopped by after a convention. We ordered Happy Dads, appetizers and pizza. Everyone was excited to see Happy Dad on the menu. The service was great. The map of The Great Lakes is so cool.
Marisa Novak
Oct 2025
“Love Happy Camper.”
Love Happy Camper! Always such a great vibe and awesome selection. I was especially excited to see that they carry Happy Dad, which is my absolute favorite! Definitely my go-to spot.
Eugene Greenberg
Oct 2025
“Food is really good and we came for the happy hour special.”
Food is really good and we came for the happy hour special. Love the kale cashew salad with grilled chicken And the pizza is really good. I only remembered to take a picture afterwards, but it’s really good food! Personally, I find it kind of loud in there, but everyone super friendly and it’s nice atmosphere for that vibe
Katharine Liang
Oct 2025
“Such a cool place in Old Town area.”
Such a cool place in Old Town area! We got the tavern style pizzas and whipped feta appetizer. Everything was very good. One thing I will recommend is ask for a quiet table if you are making a reservation. We always try to request a booth, but that ended up not being the best area to sit, since it was loud and very orange since the only real light by us was from the neon sign. Luckily the great company, service and food made it a great meal! I would just try to sit on the quieter side of the restaurant next time. I really love the look and decor in the restaurant. The tire swings by the smaller bar were a nice touch and really cool!
Tony Eats Pizza
Oct 2025
“Literally the BEST gluten free pizza I’ve ever had!”
Literally the BEST gluten free pizza I’ve ever had!! Everyone here is always so nice. Food was quick despite being busy on a Saturday. We love this place and their sister restaurants in Chicago! :)
Brittany Garske
Sep 2025
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