Damenzo's Pizza

3.5 star rating
46 reviews Rating Details

Category: Pizza  [Edit]

2324 W Taylor St
(between Claremont Ave & Oakley Blvd)
Chicago, IL 60612
Neighborhood: Tri-Taylor
(312) 421-1142
Nearest Transit:

Western-Forest Park (Blue Line)

Good for Groups:
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards:
Yes
Parking:
Street
Attire:
Casual
Price Range:
$
Good for Kids:
Yes
Takes Reservations:
No
Delivery:
Yes
Take-out:
Yes
Waiter Service:
No
Outdoor Seating:
No
Good For:
Lunch, Dinner
Alcohol:
No
Caters:
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes

Eman S. said: "Good, thin crust, greasy, late night pizza and a pop for $5....  It does not get better than this in Wicker Park (technically Ukrainian Village)!"   read more »

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"This is no ordinary pizza puff." (in 10 reviews)
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"Go ahead and order a slice and an order of fries I dare you..." (in 4 reviews)
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  • Review from Sunny M.

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    • 6 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    9/25/2011

    I've gone past this place a million times and tried the food for the first time last night.  What have I been missing!? Had the "everything" stuffed pizza.  AMAZING! I'm a Chicago native and love me some good pizza-- this stands with some of the finest in town.  Go figure, this unassuming little neighborhood place will surprise you.  

    I can't say anything about the wait, delivery or dining area as I wasn't the person who picked up the food (I was the one lazily waiting at home while my partner picked it up for me!). When it comes to the pizza itself, however, YUM! Two thumbs up!

  • Review from Mike P.

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    • 8 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    1.0 star rating
    12/13/2011

    So the reviews here are good.  I've avoided this place for almost 2 years and decided to finally give it a go since I had been everywhere on Taylor street.  I had some warnings from some people, but I figure why not.

    First of all, no one knew where to place their order.  I stood there until someone decided to help me.  2 people ended up taking my order.  I tried to order a fountain drink and the 1st person taking my order said ... "I think you should get the CAN of lemonade."  So I did.  I really wanted a pizza puff, but not for $7.99, of which then I found out was a whole calzone, not a pizza puff at all.  Misleading.  

    I ordered the "Jumbo Burger" with cheese, and an order of small cheese fries.  I noticed a lot of fries just sitting in the baskets behind the counter looking hardened from the grease from sitting there.  At this point I was told "It's going to be 15 minutes for the burger."  It took me a while to decide on that, so I decided to wait it out and burn a large chunk of my lunch hour.  

    Then you walk over to one of two rooms to wait for your food.  The floors are DIRTY.  The last room appears to be part of the taco place but they merged.  Different people kept appearing out the back to bring food out, and also deliver the food to the incorrect tables, making customers very angry.  I noticed someone waiting for there food when I got there, and when I was done, she was still waiting for her food and very angry.  The place was not packed, and they seemed very disorganized and out of control.  One of the people bringing out the food, a customer had addressed a complaint to him.  I didn't hear what the customer had asked, but loudly the Damenzo's employee said "I'm just trying to do my *explict word* job".  This set a bad tone... not to mention the show "Cheaters" on the television adding to the negative experience.

    First my burger arrived.  It was large.  The bun was greasy.  The burger patty was charred to a crisp.  I also noticed the lettuce had very little color and was limp (old) and the tomato was old looking as well.  Hardly any ketchup.  I bit into the burger, only to experience a charred rubbery "this burger is old and has gone bad so we better over cook the heck out of it" flavor.  I was very hungry too, but I had to force down what I had.  5 minutes later, the plate of fries arrive.  The small fry was on a large plate and probably was equal to about 4 orders of fries to feed a family.  The cheese was dumped on top of it - and the cheese was visually unappealing - and a metal fork stabbed into the middle of it standing up.  I took a bite of a fry with the cheese on it.  I'm sorry, that's not cheese.  It didn't taste like cheese.  It looked off-yellow, but had no flavor and just stuck to my mouth making me panic and grab my can of Brisk lemonade.  I gave it a go without the sauce and the fry was inedible - it was a miniature grease-trap with potato somewhere in it, and should have not been served.  I dug in to find a better looking fry and the same thing - a mini grease trap of old grease flavor.  INEDIBLE.

    Not feeling to well as I write this after eating there.  I've had better food from a food truck/roach coach.  Service, atmosphere and food get an "F-".  FAIL.

    They do have an award on the wall for "Best Burrito in Chicago" from FOX in 2005.  Well, it's 2011.  Based on the old reviews I've read, things have changed.

    The west-end of Taylor St. by Western Ave. is a tough spot, but Damenzo's fails to even come up as "safe" or slightly below average.

  • Review from David K.

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    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    9/2/2011 1 Check-in Here

    Damenzo's I feel becomes overshadowed by their competition across the street, Bacci's. Sure they have $5 jumbo slices with "pop". But the quality of Damenzo's pizza is better in my opinion. They also have large size pizzas as well.

    Damenzo's also has this one dish, Linguini and Clam sauce. This dish is so flavorful! One order gives you two take out container-fuls. SO MUCH FOOD!

    I always end up getting the cheesesteak or the buffalo wings. Great stuff right there.

    One gripe I have about this place is that the fresh cut fries are always hit or miss. Either they are perfect and great, or they are soggy or undercut. More times than not, the fries disappoint.

    All in all, this place has good quality food, huge portions, and cheap prices.

  • Review from Ken M.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    9/25/2011

    The wait sucked but the stuffed Chicago pizza was awesome!

  • Review from Marcia T.

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    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    9/6/2011

    Many times...my job has treated us pizza from here...and it's always been good...very big slices of pizza...actually a lil too big for me...and the crust would be so much better if it was a lil more thick...other than that very good pizza =)

  • Review from Jack P.

    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    6/6/2011

    On my way here for lunch, I thought to myself, I thought; "self, you may want to get two slices instead of one, 'cause you're pretty hungry." Then I saw the slices as I passed through the dining room. Yikes! They are huge. So I ordered a slice of sausage and a coke. Five bucks. The pizza is what I would describe as "deep thin crust" or a cross between thin crust and deep dish. The crust is fairly thick and bready, and on the under-cooked pale side. But good. And the sauce, which is tasty, is also on the heavy side, along with the cheese. Because of its thickness, you can't really fold it like a New York slice. I would recommend bringing your own rolling slicer and cutting in half lengthwise. And maybe some real utensils, because there is no eating it with the teensy plastic fork and knife they give you. SNAP!  But I enjoyed it and it sure was a good value. I loved the big globs of sausage. Tasty! As it turned out, I couldn't even eat the once slice, along with downing the big Coke.

    This is one of those ma and pa Taylor Street places that just has inherent charm and friendliness (and America's Funniest Videos on the TV at lunch time.) It's self-service. You order at the counter with a nice legible menu above you. There is even a dedicated Vegetarian section. Sub sandwiches, pasta, regular Italian entrees, and of course pizza, most items below $10.00. After you order, you wait on a bench, and take your grub to a table in your choice of dining rooms. Wish I had a more informal, inexpensive  Italian like this in my neighborhood. It's just a very comfortable spot.

  • Review from Lori S.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    3/5/2011

    The pizza here is solid. the prices are good, it feeds a crowd. I had my birthday party in their space last year, and they were great about (I hadn't called ahead and said there would be about 20 people in for over two hours). It wasn't the fastest service, but were there to enjoy.

    We also get the burritos here, which are ok, but nothing compared to what you can get down in Pilsen.

    If you are ordering take out, call ahead, or else you could wait for a while.

  • Review from Damian P.

    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    Updated - 9/10/2010 8 Check-ins Here

    Just plain great food! Ask for extra sauce!

    Its one of the places on Taylor Street that serves those big slices of goodness and than some. They remodeled a little over a year ago and it was the best thing they could of done. Food is just awesome, but may be too filling.

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    • 4.0 star rating
      8/30/2010

      If you want to gain weight, this is the place. And I say that in a good way. The food here is really… Read more »

  • Review from Natalie R.

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    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    8/29/2008

    I don't personally care for the pizza - it's very thin and tastes like cardboard, but it's also very cheap and incredibly oversized so it's perfect for the UIC crowd.

    So my review is for the one item I do faithfully order over and over and over again: the pannini.

    You see, when it's good it is very, very good.
    And when it is not so good, it's still very good.

    Sometimes it's the size of my hand; sometimes it's the size of my head.
    Sometimes it's the perfect blend of meat, cheese, and veggies; sometimes it's just an oozing mess of dressing and loaded with enough onion to ensure you will never, ever get that first kiss no matter how many years lapse from the time you ate the sandwich to the time you parted your lips in expectant ecstasy.

    Regardless, when it is spot on, it is so good that it's worth the risk every time.

  • Review from Terrance H.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    4/10/2008

    Damenzo's has been a staple for me since high school.  Some 15 years now. damn that sucks! anyway i can remember the joys of piling 6 or 7 deep in a tiny nissan pulsar and making the trek from the HS parking lot over to Damenzo's.  the trip back to the parking lot didn't always happen thus the reason for summer school which appears below.  back then $2.50 made a kid feel like a king.  Go ahead and order a slice and an order of fries I dare you to eat it all by yourself and not have to unbutton, and even unzp your pants (a la Al Bundy style).

    now on to the food.  Damenzo's can't be beat with the beef's hands down, Al's down the street is good and so is the other place other yelper's mentioned but come on.  "give me a jumbo beef with cheese, mushrooms, hot peppers, dipped" mmmmmm, just writing about it makes me want to call and place an order.... So I'm back actually my girlfriend is going to pick one up on the way over tonight!  Ok getting back to the review.

    they've changed the decor within the last few months.  the front door has been moved but the food is still the same.  I don't eat there often because I want to be able to walk down the street not waddle but here's a tip... In the summer get a slice or a beef.  When your finished slide down to mario's and get a lemon ice beverage.  ah, such memories of high school.  yeah i know i said summer... so i had to spend 1 year in summer school so what. you wanna make something of it!!

  • Review from Jimmy M.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    10/9/2010

    2 words:  Pizza Puff!

    They're not the generic (but still delicious) deep-fried patties you get at hot dog stands, no.  They're more like calzones on steroids.  And cheap as hell too!
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  • Review from Mark A.

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    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    12/24/2007

    This would be the best thin crust in the city, as far as I'm concerned - except for the fact that 90% of the time I order for delivery, it's ALWAYS cold!

    The sauce is fantastic, kind of sweet, and the crust is good too.  You can get meatballs on the 'za if you want them too!  And their good meatballs.

    But it takes forever to get here (we don't live that far away) and it's always cold.  It's obviously good since I keep ordering from them and put up with warm pizza.

    Never tried anything else from the joint, but I may have to order carry out from now on.

  • Review from John L.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    8/12/2008

    I did not discover Damenzo's.  My friend Matt introduced me to Damenzo about 12(?) years ago when I was visiting him at UIC.  Damenzo has since been stuffing me with pizza slices and calzones ever since.  Sure, the prices have gone up a little bit, you can't get a gargantu-slice and pop for $2.50 anymore, but it's still completely cheap for Chicago prices.

    Damenzo runs a no-frills, no fuckin' around institution.  You simply walk in the corner entrance, order your slice or calzone to go and are on your merry way.  Calzones might take a few minutes, so have a beer while you wait.  Calzones come with 2 fillings (sausage, mushroom, etc.) and are about the size of a football.  Basically, it's a medium pizza folded in half.  $5.50, and it'll feed you for 2-3 meals.

    The atmosphere:  Chicago....and thankfully there are still neighborhoods here, like where Damenzo's is, that are still....like....Chicago.

  • Review from Jermaine H.

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    Chicago, IL

    2.0 star rating
    2/8/2010

    I ordered delivery from Damenzo's Pizza and, as usual, the person I spoke to on the phone rushed me through my order and wasn't very customer friendly. They have good food no doubt, but they should have a more friendly and welcoming person doing their phone orders. In addition to this annoyance, the delivery driver calls me to let me know that he is outside with my order. I go to the door and there he is sitting in his vehicle. This is unacceptable to me considering it cost me $4.50 for delivery. I am under the impression that a delivery driver delivers your food to your doorstep, an thus also earning a tip.

    So, here I am outside with my socks and a t-shirt on in the cold paying for my food. I engaged in a discussion with him about my displeasure at having to come outside to get my own food. He was apologetic and cited that they don't get out of their vehicles because of safety concerns. Are you serious? Give me a break. If there is a concern for driver safety, then it would probably be a good idea to not be open until Midnight. Try only allowing delivery hours during the day. I had to laugh as I neglected to provide a tip to this guy. The food is pretty good, but the management and employees are unprofessional morons. Probably the last time I will order from here again. And take note Damenzo's-- I have been a loyal customer there for several years.

  • Review from Scott A.

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    Charlottesville, VA

    4.0 star rating
    8/5/2009

    I used to get a slice when I would come here, but since the price has gone up I have figured out what will keep my business here instead of Bacci's - the almighty pizza puff.

    I know what you're thinking - how can a simple pizza puff be described as "almighty" when it is just a pizza puff? This is no ordinary pizza puff. This is an entire small to medium sized pizza loaded with toppings and then simply folded onto itself. That's right, for $6 you're eating the most cost-effective and delicious pizza puff you've ever strained to carry home.

    Sure, a slice is good now and then, the rib tips are large and tasty, and the sandwiches look promising... but how can anyone say no to a pizza puff that feeds like 3 meals? Try it once, I swear you'll go back for more.

  • Review from Ameer G.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    6/4/2011

    Im actually writing this review for the tacos, not sure if its a different restaurant or what, but the carne asada steak tacos are good. cant really talk about the other food, but those are good. call ahead, because this place is slow as heck.

  • Review from ryan w.

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    Bronx, NY

    5.0 star rating
    8/7/2008

    Damn it. Being around UIC (or any college neighborhood) makes me feel like a decrepit old man, like the kind of guy who plays harmonica for a living, bounces from one SRO hotel to another, and blew his last chance a decade ago. When I look at all those happy, fresh-faced collegiate pukes I feel such animosity, such resentment, such longing for a second chance. In other words, I want to shake the kids who are living it up a bit too much and warn them of the drab workaday realities lying in wait. As for the kids who will be successful, I mainly want to drink their blood, ingest their organs, consume their flesh, devour their souls, etc. Fuckers. Take THAT!

    Damenzo's is the great equalizer of UIC, as it adds a weighty dose of tragedy and failure to an area saturated by Good Times (bro). Thanks to its boarded windows, dilapidated patio, surly clientele, careless servers, lack of A/C, and steady flow of meth-craving beggars and legless locals, just about anyone can walk into this joint and feel like a million bucks.

    Thank god the pizza is delicious, because I'd feel lame coming down here once a week simply to gawk at all the fuck-ups.

    Read the other reviews for needless details of the cheese, the sauce, the toppings (zzz...)

  • Review from Jason M.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    4/16/2009

    Havent been here in years...but this place stayed in my mind.

    If you throw a pizza puff at someones head you can get locked up for attempted murder.  Bowling ball sized puffs of pizza to the dome aint cool.

  • Review from julie a.

    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    7/22/2008

    I really really really really liked this pizza. On a Sunday night it was delivered in 40 minutes!

    I thought it had enough sauce and flavor - and I am happy to say that this is in the rotation.  I enjoy thin-crust, and am constantly on a mission to find pizza like what I grew up with in E-Town.  Oh, Two Brothers. Move to the city!
    Anyway, they were a little gruff on the phone, but I can deal with that!
    As long as the pizza doesn't start sucking, which seems to be the case whenever I find a place I like, I'm a happy girl.

  • Review from Andrew J.

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    Oakland, CA

    4.0 star rating
    6/10/2009

    Ok. It's all about the pizza puff. The most glorious misnomer in all of pizza-dom. It is not a mere puff, but a hulking behemoth of pizza-ness. Back in the day, I'd eat off of one of these for a week. For $5?

    Um, yes please.

  • Review from Camille O.

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    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    10/15/2005 2 photos

    Damenzo's, on the west side of W. Taylor street, is a popular neighborhood spot, especially at lunch time.

    In addition to pizza, there's a wide selection of Italian specialties such as ravioli, eggplant parmigiana, linguini and clam sauce, and lasagna.  And as a reflection of the neighborhood's demographics, you can also enjoy tacos, enchiladas, and burritos!

    Take-out service is fast and furious at lunch time but for those who have a bit of time to relax, there's an ample dining room.

    Hours:

    Monday - Thursday    10:00AM - 12:00AM
    Friday and Saturday   10:00AM -  1:00AM
    Sunday                          10:00AM - 12:00AM

  • Review from Esteban P.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    7/7/2009 6 Check-ins Here

    I recently decided to do a taste comparison with the local pizzerias in my old hood.

    I must say that between the local joints, Damenzo's is the better pizza and the better bargain hands down.

    The pizza has a nice "cracker" flavor to it, which blends nicely with the tangy sauce.  The cheese looks and tastes nice and fresh, and melts beautifully onto the slice.

    I remember walking into the restaurant to order a slice, and I would see them preparing a sausage pizza.  They had a huge mound of freshly mixed sausage stuffing. The cook would grab a hand full at a time and pinch away chunks which were systematically placed all around the pizza.  I always enjoyed watching the artistry in motion.  At times I even changed my order to a sausage slice rather then pepperoni.

    The only other thing I've ever eaten here is the pizza puff.  This thing is a monster.  The first time I ordered one, I actually ordered two.  The order taker looked at me and said that I think I only want one.  I asked how big it was and he said one was big enough.  I agreed and when he charged me $5.50 I freaked out; though once they handed me the heavy pizza box containing my puff I was taken aback.  This thing weighed a ton!  I quickly opened the box and could not believe my eyes!!!  This pizza puff was ginormous!!!  I finished it all, which is damn impressive.

    From that day forward, whenever the guys would get together, we'd all order our pizza puffs.  I liked the chicken puff myself, but it seemed as if the sausage and pepperoni were equally popular with my boyz.  In fact, we made it a right of passage and the new guy always had to finish his own puff.

    All in all, I'm glad I did the taste test.  I always knew I favored Damenzo's the most, but I never knew how much better it was.  And trust me, it is!

  • Review from Reid C.

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    Chicago, IL

    2.0 star rating
    1/31/2010

    3 Stars for the food, -1 for using nothing but disposable Styrofoam and plastic for eat in customers.

    The four star rating at this place -- wow -- where does that come from?  Nostalgia?  

    The pizza was OK, but just OK.  The crust felt food service--too round, too uniform--although the spinach on top was fresh not frozen.

    Let's talk about the Pizza Puff.  It's $6.99 and it's on the starter menu.  First, yes, it was tasty but it's basically just a calzone.  The only difference is that a calzone is typically folded over and looks like a half moon where the pizza puff is a second crust on top of the first -- looks like a full moon.  

    The service was excellent.  I enjoyed the neighborhood.

  • Review from Mrs. I.

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    Rockton, IL

    3.0 star rating
    3/29/2011

    You can't beat the price for what you get. I used to live kitty corner to this place and the line would be out the door at times. Cheap, tasty, fast.

  • Review from Alexandria C.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    3/25/2011

    I found this place a few years ago when i worked nearby. I since left the job, but i still drive back to the neighborhood, just for a slice of this sweet pizza pie. Their slices are SOOO much better than Bacci and because it is directly across the street i am not sure why anyone would go to Bacci when FAR superior pizza is just across the street. Though their prices have gone up, which is to be expected, they are still extremely reasonable. They are fast and open late. It's solid New York Style pizza that you would find on any corner in NYC... but better. Best NY style pizza in the 312.

  • Review from Nycole H.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    Updated - 11/22/2010

    I wanted to update my review, because last time I mentioned a mistake made. I've had pizza from here about ten more times since then and never another mistake.

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      4/4/2010

      This is a small neighborhood place, but it is actually really good. The pizza comes loaded with… Read more »

  • Review from kina r.

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    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    9/8/2008

    I often order delivery with my co-workers, and remind everyone to not order pizza.  The pizza is very very thin and has no taste.  When you order please try the pizza puff, (sausage, black olives and mushrooms)it cost about $6.00 and can feed 3 people.    The steak tacos are great also, just tell them to add sour cream and avocado.

  • Review from Ellen M.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    1/9/2008

    Slice is so big it's bigger than a 12 inch pizza and takes 2 hands to manage, Yes better than bacci, Thee biggest slice in Chicago, As far as taste..... Pronto za is close but I'll pick Damenso's if I had to. And yes the beef is good but not even close to the best, Sloppy too, Bring a fork.

  • Review from Beken P.

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    Midlothian, IL

    2.0 star rating
    11/15/2010

    The staff does not communicate with each other. I saw the cook come out and ask the people waiting what their orded was. The food  is good at times, it's not consistently good. It's would be a while before I'll go back again.

  • Review from Joshua A.

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    Broadview, IL

    3.0 star rating
    10/8/2007

    My girlfriend took me to this here the other day, she said they had the best beefs she ever had, and her taste buds were lying to her...I mean the beefs weren't bad, but it wasn't the best....It was like the beef was missing some seasoning or something....Also when there's ten other people eating inside the restaurant it's best to take the food with you because it's too crowded

  • Review from Kea K.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    2/18/2010

    Damenzo's Pizza is good...in fact, it's very good...But since discovering their Italian Beef, I have no desire for pizza when going or ordering from there!   This is definitely a two fisted, two meal sandwich...piled high with only the best beef...get it topped with cheese and some gardinara...and dipped until it's soggy with gravy...then eat the first half with a fork and  hide the other half in the fridge for lunch tomorrow!

  • Review from Maria C.

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    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    2/28/2007

    Talk about a huge slice of pizza.  I go there when I have taste for a calzone but they call it pizza puff there.  It's a medium pizza folded in half.  I can never eat one of these by myself but I like to take the leftovers for lunch, and it's cheap.  I don't necessarily like to eat here though because it does not look as clean.

  • Review from Natatia O.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    12/15/2008

    In high school, I used to be able to order a slice and a soda for $2.25.  If that weren't enough to make me love them, the slices are HUGE!!  In my opinion, they're more like personal pizzas, and the price can't be beat.

  • Review from Joe C.

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    Chicago, IL

    1.0 star rating
    4/11/2008

    TOTAL WASTE OF TIME. I just got off the phone, after talking to a lady with a bad aditude, THEN I talked to a manager, who couldnt tell me about HIS OWN MENU! He also had a difficult time speaking English.I can't tell you what the food tastes like, because I wasn't able to order. I was told to call Ricobenes, when I asked him how the breaded steak was made and how it compared to theirs I would NOT waste my time or efort ever with a restuarant like this. i ran a restuarant for over 9 years. I NEVER had a customer post any bad reviews about MY place!

  • Review from Arlene G.

    Oak Park, IL

    4.0 star rating
    Updated - 11/19/2009

    My girlfriend's mommy came into town today so we decided to have great pizza for dinner and Damenzos did it again! We always get a pepperoni and spinach pizza. It seemed as if this pizza was extra good tonight! I always like it but I liked it even more today! There was more cheese than usual and it was very flavorful! Yaaaaay Damenzos!

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    • 4.0 star rating
      10/10/2009

      I used to order pizza here for my students when I worked in the area. I no longer work around there,… Read more »

  • Review from Sara O.

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    San Diego, CA

    5.0 star rating
    11/24/2007

    Screw going to the Bacci across the street - Damenzo's fo life.  They offer the same type of menu - greasy & cheap, but it is definitely better here.  Also, they have a very wide delivery area, so even if you live in wicker park they'll bring you a pie.  I am rating this based on the fact that it's a greasy pizza joint - and it is good for what it is.  It's not some spectacular 5 star dining, so come here if you want some hangover food, to gain a few pounds, really like pan pizza, or need to end your life early through eating.  :)

  • Review from Amy M.

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    • 33 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    11/9/2009

    I'm only basing my review on their slice of cheese pizza - but I find it to be so damn good.  Absolutely HUGE slice (verging on ridiculously-oversized), but a perfect combo of cheese (good amount, nice and golden brown), sauce (great tomato flavor and not a ton of sauce - I'm not a big fan of a lot of sauce) and a fantastic crust.  The crust has body and a great chewiness, but still remains pretty crunchy overall.  Not a cracker-thin crispy crust, btw.  I get a slice to go - they throw it in a paper bag, and you're out the door.  YUM.

  • Review from Katrina H.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    11/26/2009

    Love these Italian Stallion Owners!! They are always good to me! Every single time I walk in there. It's like they knew I was new to the neighborhood or something... Their food is Very good. the Pizza is Delicious!! Interesting that they have combined their foods with the Papi's Taco's from Western but ok.. I eat at Papis as well so it's a one stop Shop!! They deliver so it's a PLUS but make sure that you tally up your check correctly before you get off of the phone (Check the menu at http://grubhub.com if you don't have one in hand) as the cashier may overcharge).. They can get pretty busy however it's well worth it and the wait is never that long. Their Italian beef is GREAT!! so is the FISH.. YUM YUM

  • Review from Allison C.

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    Chicago, IL

    2.0 star rating
    10/22/2008

    Really unimpressed. I ordered after reading all the great reviews, and in their defence, the pizza did come pretty quickly, was hot, and pretty cheap. Also, it was exactly what we ordered. The taste was a different matter. If I was intoxicated I probably would think it was great, but sober it was very blah. Sauce wasn't that good, weak on the cheese...the crust was average. I have no plans to order from here again.

  • Review from Claudia D.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    7/12/2009

    Yummy Nachos!

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