Joe's On Higgins
Joe's On Higgins — reliable italian in Jefferson Park. Order the Pizza. The cocktail program is serious. "Every bite was a delight—from the perfectly crispy pizzas to the tender chicken, savory meatballs" — Maggie Morales [$$, patio]
What 406 diners keep saying
What 406 diners keep saying
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“I ordered a new york strip done Calabrese. Medium rare. It was oerhaps the best meal Ive ever had. Not on the menu, try it. Amazing.”
“Same pizza different exposure. These glorious fellas made sure there was a piece of buffalo mozzarella on literally every piece. I just moved to the area, have been back 3 times in a month and plan to make it a regular thing. Fantastic thin crust pies. You can see the guys making the pizzas in the back behind the cashier when you carry out. Joe's is the real deal. Top notch Chicago style pizza.”
“My husband and I went to Joes for dinner and had an amazing time! They had live music playing all my favorite songs! We were able to enjoy the patio and it was beautiful! The food was incredible and the drinks so fresh and delicious! It was a drive for us but definitely worth visiting again!”
“Chicago is sleeping on Joe’s on Higgins, and people are seriously missing out. From classic Italian dishes made with care to that warm, old-school neighborhood atmosphere, this is the kind of place that keeps you coming back. If you’re looking for authentic Italian food in Chicago, add this spot to your list.”
“Everything we ordered was so good! Our server was adorable and super helpful! We have already talked about going back! Also, make sure you get the tiramisu!”
“I recently tried Joe’s on Higgins and everything was honestly so good. We ordered the bruschetta, eggplant stack, rigatoni vodka with burrata, and a thin crust pizza with half cheese and half veggie. The vodka sauce was incredible. I am such a sucker for a good vodka sauce and this one really delivered. Super creamy, flavorful, and easily one of my favorite dishes of the night. The eggplant stack was also amazing and definitely stood out. Everything tasted fresh and well made. This place feels like such a hidden gem. Delicious food all around and I would definitely recommend checking it out.”
“Alyssa the bartender; server is so attentive! The food here is AMAZING, I HIGHLY recommend!!”
“Ive always had a great experience here! The food is phenomenal and service is unmatched! Moved to the area about a year ago and this has been my go to for eating Italian food.”
“Friday night dinner at Joe’s on Higgins in Chicago with the family! Started off with the Tito’s and tonic cocktail. They brought out a fresh baked bread, basket with olive oil and cheese. We ordered two appetizers, fried calamari and Arancini. If you don’t know what arancini is, it’s a fried rice ball stuff with meat and cheese, topped with marinara sauce. Delicious! For dinner we ordered two pizzas, thin crust half pepperoni and half sausage. The other pizza was recommended by our server Katie and that was the vodka burrata pizza. Vodka burrata pizza has sausage, vodka sauce,burrata cheese and fresh basil. it was outstanding! They had live music, which was the piano man. he was doing a lot of Billy Joel songs. . I believe every Friday night they try to have entertainment. Our server Katie was awesome. Couldn’t have been a more perfect night. Joe’s on Higgins has an extensive menu from pasta and chicken Dishes, and desserts. you have to try their cannolis and cheesecakes. For five people including tip came to $155 So here’s the real question would I go back? absolutely!!”
“We celebrated our son's college graduation with a party of 75 guests, and this restaurant absolutely exceeded our expectations. From the moment we walked in, the ambience was warm, festive, and beautifully set up for the occasion. The owners and staff went above and beyond to ensure every detail was perfect—truly outstanding service. The food? Incredible. Every bite was a delight—from the perfectly crispy pizzas to the tender chicken, savory meatballs, and rich, flavorful pasta. Our guests are still talking about how delicious everything was. Whether you're planning a large gathering or just grabbing takeout for the night, I wholeheartedly recommend this gem. It’s not just a place to eat—it’s a place to celebrate life’s moments.”
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