Bojono's Pizzeria
4183 N Clarendon Ave
(between Buena Ave & Gordon Ter)
Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 404-9700
- Nearest Transit:
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- Price Range: $
- Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
- Parking: Street
- Attire: Casual
- Good for Groups: No
- Good for Kids: Yes
- Takes Reservations: No
- Delivers: Yes
- Take-out: Yes
- Waiter Service: No
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
- Outdoor Seating: Yes
- Good for: Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol: None
279 reviews
Neighborhood: Near North Side
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38 Reviews for Bojono's Pizzeria
This place always seemed a little sketchy to me.
But my husband was insistent that we give it a try and I have to say, I'm glad I decided to be nice that evening because the pizza is really good. A bit heavy on the cheese, but the crust is the perfect consistency - thin, crispy, buttery goodness.
I've been avoiding pizza like the plague since I started "eating healthy." Pizza just doesn't have the ability to be good for you, mostly becuase you can't eat just one piece and call it a day. It's impossible, it's unrealistic, and pizza is just too damn delicious.
Well, most of the time.
I was splurging a few weeks ago and being really hungry, it being late on a work night, and needing to get something, I ordered from BoJono's since it's just a few blocks away. I ordered a black olive pizza, and it was merely mediocre. There was nothing memorable or outstanding about it, and when I was hoping for leftovers the next day for lunch, well, I was disappointed. Most pizza makes for good leftovers, but this stuff? Not so much. It tasted like plastic and I had to toss it out.
I'll be going elsewhere for pizza in the future; it's too bad Michael's and BoJono's -- the two pizza places in Buena Park -- are both less than amazing.
Decent pizza. This place is in my hood so naturally I have tried it a few times. I ordered in once (to feed my movers when I had my stuff delivered) and went there on my way to Dollop for a slice and a soda.
I like the thin crust..little bit of crunchiness with some melty cheese..you cant mess that up. But its not the best pizza I have ever had. (That would be Zio's in Omaha..but then again, I have only been in Chicago, pizza capital of the world, a couple months.)
Very very close to my place. Cheap, cheap, cheap. Delivers if I am too lazy to walk around the corner and down the street..sheesh.
They offer all sorts of pastas and sandwiches and stuff, which I have not tried yet...and Im sure I will so I will update if any of those are noteworthy.
Bottom line: Good stuff for not a lot of moolah.
This place is on my route to the pool I use occasionally when the "I-am-fat-need-to-work-out" mood strikes me. It is right next to Dollop which I love - so I have spent my money on the more deserving spot next door but sometime you jus want pizza. So my bf and I ventured in to try out pizza by the slice.
It was A-OK! I won't go out of my way for the pie but I definitely wouldn't mind picking up a slice for dinner to have with something healthier (ya, right!) @ home. We got the sausage and pepperoni and I felt like it wasn't done completely. Maybe it was bcoz of the late hour that we went @. But wateva! I will get my fix @ Piece....
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I live across the street. This is my neighborhood joint. I try to limit my ordering to once a week so I don't get burned out.
Best dishes as follows: Sausage and peppers, cajun touch pasta, and the olive oil, tomato, and galic (add chicken) thin crust pizza.
The only reason it does not get 5 stars are the hours. Bojono's has let me down late night when I needed it the most.
On a recent visit to the Big City, my sister decided to get some grub from Bojono's. Lunch/dinner/late-night snack is becoming somewhat of a pseudo-ritual every time she visits. It seems as though she always 'forgets to get' said meal and then uses that as an excuse to take a walk down the block to Bojonos.
And frankly, I can't blame her.
This time, she chose the daunting Italian sausage and Italian beef sandwich. Pure meat-on-meat action. And I must admit, a bit intimidating.
On paper, it's repulsive. I like the ingredients by themselves. But together? Seems a little...well, meaty, for lack of a better word. This sandwich is more meat than the average human should consume in 24 hours.
And in the interest of full disclosure, it had me at first bite. Delish and (not so) nutrish.
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03/21/2008
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One word...ewwww! Okay maybe two words...just gross!
I am so unsure of how this place has such a great rating. The pizza did nothing for me at all. I was so excited to find a pizza by the slice place so close to work and now I am disappointed to point out that this place is just disappointing.
I went in for a slice of pizza and a drink to go. My pop was warm and I had just pulled it out of the cooler. When I reported this to the guy he said "oh" and walked away. So fine I guess I am stuck with a warm pop. He then pulled my slice of pizza out of the freezer and told me it would be about 5 minutes for the slice. I said okay and waited. Oh and sipped my warm pop.
Finally my slice was done. It was warm and seemed like it was going to be delicious but boy was I wrong. There were too many spices crammed under the cheese and there wasn't enough sauce. It was just bad all the way around.
It's too bad to because this place is so close!
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Beth T is so right on. There HAS to be crack in this pizza. If I lived nearby or within delivery distance, I'd be doing no cooking whatsoever. (Okay...so I'm already doing no cooking whatsoever but that's beside the point.)
I crave CRAVE the thin sausage, green pepper and onion pizza. In fact, if I didn't have my fat arse downtown right now I would be on my way to grab some immediately.
Last time I had it it was a little disappointing but I'm sure it must have been an off day for the pizza masters. Looking forward to shoveling some more of this sweet and beautiful pizza into my big mouth as soon as I can get over to Uptown again.
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The pizza was alright, but nothing special. Maybe I'll give it another shot and try a deep dish next time. For thin crust, I would much rather order from Chicago's.
Incredibly yummy BBQ chicken pizza and friendly staff. I also like the chicken strips for a snack. A couple weeks ago, they did not quite have enough change for my purchase (everyone was coming in with 20s I think) so I offered to add on a diet coke then they'd be able to make change. Nope, he went to the convenience store next door to get more singles for my change and then gave me a diet coke for free. Great service and tasty food...I'm lucky to have this place just across the street!
Best taco pizza in the history of modern civilization. Oh yes, and the ONLY fried chicken in this fair city worth mentioning. I can't even describe how good the fried chicken is.
Remember the scene in "Waiting for Guffman" when the narrator warned not to get him started on his love for beans? Well, that's how I feel about this fried chicken.
The steak sandwich and the 'sausage and peppers' rocks as well. Good hot cheap eats.
Forget giordanos. Forget gino's east. This is the best stuffed pizza you'll find in chicago! They've got a great selection of toppings - the garlic, oil, and tomato is my favorite.
One downside is that's it's strictly a carry-out or delivery place. I mean they have a counter you can eat at, but not much else. That's okay though because I consider carrying this monster of a pizza back to my apartment as my work-out for the day. A pie from Bojono's is hot and heavy, just like I like my...nevermind.
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This is a recreation of my first experience with Bojono's:
Roommate: Do you want to order a pizza with me?
Me: Nah, I'm not hungry, I already ate.
Roommate: OK. I'll order a large. There's crack in the pizza.
Me: OK?
An hour later, my roommate peer pressured me into eating a piece of the pizza. And she was totally right--I think there's crack in this stuff because there could be no other explanation for me eating as much as I did when I wasn't even hungry.
Since then, I've had Bojono's many times and have to say that their thin crust is my favorite thin crust in the city.
P.S. It's also perfect for curing hangovers.
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I live on the same block as Bojono's, and I go there WAY too much.
But for good reason. Their pizza is AWESOME. It's a neighborhood staple, and it never lets me down.
The sauce is really nice, and the thin-crust is always crisp and never too greasy. They have a nice array of toppings, and you can also get a satisyingly jumbo slice for $2.75.
As for the rest of the menu, it's a bit hit or miss, but on a blustery night, the convenient location and selection of Italian takeout faves is too good to pass up.
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TASTY! Not a sitdown place, but great for carryout or delivery...my favorite? the garlic and sausage.
Pizza's easy to come by around the city, but Bojono's knows how to do it right in Uptown.
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Bojono's is always my stand by pizza by the slice place. The pizza isn't my favorite but it is still good, the prices are decent and it's always on the way home for me. I can't complain when it comes to Bojono's!
Bojono's makes a mean pie. I was born at St, Joseph's hospital and, aside from college (spent in Boston), have never lived more than a block or two from a great Chicago pizzeria. When I moved into Buena Park, Bojono's helped me keep up my fantastic pizza streak.
The crust. The sauce. The italian sausage. It's all so wonderful. When I had knee surgery and could not cook, Bojono's helped sustain me. When I was hungover and needed bread and cheese and a little grease, Bojono's brought it. When I am heading home from the gym and want to grab a slice, there it is. When I have hosted a family party or a party with friends and was too lazy to Martha Stewart it up in the kitchen, Bojono's came to the rescue!
Thanks, Bojono's!
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I have only ordered delivery. The people who answer the phone are very friendly. Delivery is fairly fast. I believe it was less than an hour. The boyfriend and I ordered garlic bread with cheese (yum) and a deep dish pizza (more yum). We both really liked the garlic bread and pizza. Is it the best I've ever had? No. Is it in the top 10? Yes. I'll definitely continue to order from here. Maybe I'll have to try a sandwich next time. Make sure to use the coupons on the menu.
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The pizza I have been looking for in this neighborhood! The crust is just right and the sauce is sweet but flavorful! So far its some good pizza at a good price. I alway like to try the place at least twice to see if they are consistent or not. So I may or may not update this review. So far its good cheap pizza and the dude behind the counter couldn't be any nicer!
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I just moved into this neighborhood and was looking for my new "haunt". Let me tell you, I LOVE this place. The people are outstanding and very nice. The fried chicken is some of the best in the city, if I'm not going to have Stanleys, this is a suitable alternative. Their sandwiches are great, great chicken rice soup. Not great desserts, but who cares. I mostly love that the guys who work the door at my building work here too so I get great deals. :)
Fast place...I have picked up salads here before and we ordered a pizza once. The salads are actually really good and you can order half sizes of all of them. There isn't much space to sit inside, but good seats outside or take it to go. Nothing fabulous, but very convenient and tasty.
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Bojono's is awesome.
I first had Bojono's about 4 years ago when I had a bite of a friend's taco pizza. It was pretty good. So the next time that I wanted to order delivery, my friend suggested Bojono's but not their pizza. I ended up ordering Bojono's salad and Bojono's Cajun Touch pasta all on a recommendation!
Since then, I have probably ordered this 50 times. And I have never seen their menu as they don't send it out with deliveries! I think it is mildly amusing that I really love their salad and pasta and don't have a clue as what other stuff they serve! The BF and I order the salad and pasta together and always have food leftover. It costs $17 w the delivery charge for a great Italian salad and good pasta in a creamy cajun sauce.
the best is that they will still deliver to me even though I moved to Lincoln Square!
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Pizza or sandwiches, this place is great. Everything is fresh; the service is great. However, the veggie sandwich takes twenty minutes to prepare and looks like pile o' shrooms on bread and really was terrible. But everything else I've ever had here is terrific!
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I live a block away from Bojonos so it's a no brainer where to go when I want pizza. I have only had the thin crust, but it is excellent. Very crispy on the edges and firm in the middle. The sauce is on the sweeter side and they put the perfect amount on.
I had the mozzarella sticks today, and they were a little less awesome than the pizza. The cheese was on the rubbery side. However, once again they hooked me with the sweet tomato sauce. I could dip lima beans in it and be satisfied.
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This is exactly what it is supposed to be, a CLEAN hole in the wall neighborhood takeout place.
The pizza's - not so good (the reason it gets 3 stars instead of 4). The sandwiches, salads, etc. - VERY GOOD.
Everything is fresh. I walk by there most mornings with my pup, and they are actually baking baguettes for other restaurants in the area!
There is no pretention about this place. It reminds me of a couple of places I have been in NYC. The staff has always been friendly. Again, it is what it is.. .and personally, I think that is great!
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Yummmmmmm.
This place is top-notch in the neighborhood. Fast delivery or pick up...small dining area (super small, just a bar on the side with some tables). In the summer they have some outside tables, but its pretty cramped. Best to enjoy at the park or elsewhere (Dollop is next door)! Some creative pizzas (Taco!).
Parking not easy around here.
Pizza's, Pastas and Sanwiches...oh my my! :) Worth a try.
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I have tried this place twice on recommendation of the the users of yelp.
All I have to say is this: What kinda weed are you smoking to give you the munchies for this horrifying joint?
First time I tried the garlic tomato pizza- Gross. Lumps of cheese on garlic and tomatoes. Okay... maybe they just have crap pizza, let me try something else.
Tried the Cajun Touch pasta- HELLO? Most people can tell if you are using rewarmed or frozen chicken. This dish was so disgusting that I just threw it right out (and the trash shoot tried to throw it right back at me, it was soooo bad).
I am so sorry. I CANNOT recommend this hole in the wall- I'd rather eat out of a dumpster- or Domino's, which when you think about it , its the same thing.
Bleeeach! Yucky, icky, yuck, yuck.
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Oh my god. Their Garlic, Oil, and Tomato special is pure pizza crack. It is probably one of the best foods I've ever had; just thinking about it makes my mouth water.
I haven't had anything else from them, and frankly don't need anything else. This is a one-hit-wonder that makes up for any possible other shortcomings they may have.
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Great carry-out place for pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soup and salad. Everything is made fresh on the premises and tastes wholesome and delicious. If you're watching what you eat, the grilled chicken breast sandwich is the way to go (ask for BBQ sauce on the side). But they have all sorts of other Italian sandwiches and pasta for those people wanting heartier fare. Check it out if you live in Buena Park
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The pizza here is surprisingly solid. The sausage gets a thumbs up, as well as most of the other toppings. It's pricey, but often worth it.
The green peppers, however, are not diced. They are in strips. What the hell is that? Where did they find the jokesters that work here? They are either lazy or oblivious to everything. One time I went in there to pick up a pizza. The guy behind the counter processed the entire encounter, including credit card, while looking at me only once. Seriously. Apparently the second inning of the Cubs game was more important. Customer service is obviously not their specialty, but then again, it's not like they're a bunch of assholes. I guess they just can't process too many inputs at once.
I'm fully prepared for them to fuck up my order.
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Try the barbecue chicken pizza or the chicken parmesean sandwich. Though, with the sandwich, be sure to get the marinara on the side or else it will get soggy. The rest of the food is rather run-of-the-mill, but those dishes stand out.
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nice people. pizza is ok, but service is super fast. they sell by the slice! and the salads are really good, but i'd order mine with the dressing on the side.
I ordered a deep dish cheese pizza and it was excellent. I picked it up as I live around the corner. It took about 45 minutes from the time I called till it was done. I arrived a little before the pizza was done and chatted with the employees, they were really friendly. The pizza was inexpensive and was very good. No complaints what so ever.
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Pretty good pizza, I order from here often, probably the best I've had in the area. Thin crust with bacon or sausage are both good. During busy pizza times (weekend nights, football games), expect a long wait.
Horrifying! A friend and I ordered one of their pizzas on Saturday and all we could do was close the box and want a refund. But we had to actually throw it down the garbage shoot because it was stinkin' up the apartment somethin' nasty.
We ordered a bbq chicken pizza with jalapenos but they didn't have those so we got gardiniera instead. Yeah it does sound like a very interesting pizza but we liked the idea. So what came to us was a sloppy mess of very saucy sauced bbq chicken with bbq sauce as the actual sauce PLUS THREE types of onions, which they were VERY generous with! What the hell? Onions? Okay, you can put one type as some extra jazzy flavor, but why was it yellow onions, red onions, and green onions? We could not eat that piece of crap. Don't ever get that combo because it was an abomination! I am not sure if all the onions were actually the intention but we did not like it.
But I have had a slice or two of just cheese there, and it was delectable! I will not deviate from that formula of just cheese ever again! I blame my friend, she was the one that suggested bbq chicken. AHHHHHH!!!!
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we've ordered from here several times, including getting delivery and takeout. it's pretty good. not much else to say except they haven't messed anything up, and i'd order from here again.
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i live upstairs, they take good care of me:)
they have good salads and tortellini..
oh and the soups are really good too'
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Standard local pizza fare. Crap ass hours.
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