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Rogers Park · Italian · $$

Nueva Italy Pizzeria

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I have been faithful to Lou's and Giordano's but move out of the way this unsuspecting gem is on par or better
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Nueva Italy Pizzeria — honest italian in Rogers Park. Order the Pizza. Reviews by Maria: "The pizza is THE best ever, and they're always so nice" [$$]

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Review photo by Reviews by Maria
Nov 2025

The pizza is THE best ever, and they're always so nice. Glad they're back! 💖

Reviews by Maria

Reviews by Maria

19 reviews on Google

Review photo by Tyler William Johnson
Oct 2024

This is always our go to pizza. Way better than any chain. They have one of my favorite red sauces.

Tyler William Johnson

Tyler William Johnson

97 reviews on Google

Review photo by Kevin
Apr 2024

I picked up this pizza to go and was so happy with the results. I got the butter crust and it tasted like pizano’s which is one of my favorite tavern style pizzas in the city. The sauce, pepperoni and cheese was good and the crust was perfect. The pepperoni was put under the cheese. This is going to be my go to local tavern style. I’ll have to try the deep dish at some point too. I’m not sure if I would eat inside because I live so close and it’s a tiny space but for take out it’s a no brainer.

Kevin

Kevin

7 reviews on Google

Review photo by Steven Cunat
Apr 2023

I think this was like a Mexican Italian restaurant?! Either way, the deep dish pizza was super different but in the best way possible

Steven Cunat

Steven Cunat

32 reviews on Google

Review photo by Juli Lai
Dec 2021

This is a neighborhood gem. Family-run Chicago style or thin crust pizza with a delicious buttery crust. You'll get friendly service and a really yummy pizza at a great price.

Juli Lai

Juli Lai

9 reviews on Google

Review photo by Brendan Eltzroth
May 2021

Great pizza. Toppings, sauce, and crust are all exactly what you want.

Brendan Eltzroth

Brendan Eltzroth

38 reviews on Google

Jun 2026

Bounce back and forth between Nueva Italy and JB Albertos. Alberto's is more classic tavern pizza, with lots of sauce and cheese. Nueva Italy thin crust is lighter on sauce and cheese but at the same time in no way lacking. It keeps the butter crust super crisp and really highlights the ingredients. Top quality!

M

M

46 reviews on Google

Apr 2026

As a former Lou Malnati’s employee of 4 years. And a pizza eater for 35 years. I will say this pizza is top tier. The deep dish butter crust is Def competing with is more famous cousin Lou’s. This pizza is always cooked to perfection and I appreciate the consistency. The customer service is amazing ! The woman in the front counter makes you feel like you are picking up pizza from family. If you still have not tried Nueva Italy you are def missing out ❤️

Dulce R

Dulce R

12 reviews on Google

Feb 2026

In my opinion the best pizza in rogers park. Deep dish with butter crust is fantastic.

Michael Cassese

Michael Cassese

1 reviews on Google

Dec 2025

My favorite pizza spot in the neighborhood! The butter crust is amazing. I suggest getting the largest size because you’ll eat wayyy more than expected, because it’s that good!

Andrea Smola

Andrea Smola

3 reviews on Google

Aug 2025

Truly my favorite pan pizza in the city. Plus the staff is kind, deliveries are correct and food is affordable and tasty. Also love the Nueva Burger. Thank you and keep up the delicious food.

Joe Chicago

Joe Chicago

21 reviews on Google

May 2025

Always ready quickly and piping hot. BEST thin crust ever! They always get our order right and it’s delicious every time. Thanks so much!

Maggie de Leon

Maggie de Leon

23 reviews on Google

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