Downer’s Grove, 22 miles from Chicago and home to just shy of 50,000 residents. This suburb of Chicago is also home to a wide array of pizza establishments, begging the question, “Which one is the best?” Well, you could go out and try them all for yourself (and admittedly tasty option) or take a look at this list. I have done a little bit of the work for you and identified 6 restaurants with some of the best pizzas in Downers Grove. So sit back and work up an appetite, by the time you are done reading, you will be ready for a slice.
Dan’s Pizza
2738 Maple Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Up first on my list is Dan’s Pizza. This little shop has been a Downers Grove staple for over 40 years, opening its doors in 1979. This family-run operation is known for its special recipe Italian sausage, impeccable Chicago-style thin crust, and the freshest of ingredients. Don’t believe me? Check out the reviews! You will find a whole lot of raving about the consistent quality of the pizza, with some reviewers boasting loyalty to this shop for over 20 years.
If you opt to try out this restaurant, be sure to try the Dan’s special, a combination of mozzarella, Italian sausage, mushroom, onion, and green pepper.
Aurelio’s Pizza
940 Warren Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Up next is Aurelio’s Pizza. What began as a small shop in Homewood, Illinois, in 1959 with room for only 4 tables has blossomed into a pizza franchise. Today, Aurelio’s Pizza can be found in 5 different states, all equipped with the same customer-winning recipes that brought the original shop success over 60 years ago.
A visit to Aurelio’s will present you with a wealth of menu options to choose from. Many of the items you see today were original family recipes that the franchise’s founder, Joe Aurelio, brought to the restaurant. Today, Aurelio’s prides itself in providing consistent quality to their customers at a great price. If you decide you like it, you can join their mobile rewards program called “Tell em ‘Joe sent me!”
If you get the thin crust, order it ‘well done’ to get the full Chicago thin crust experience.
Angelo’s Pizza
1001 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
The next restaurant on my list is the oldest pizza restaurant in Downers Grove. Angelo’s served its first pizza in 1959, and while much has changed in the last 60 years, the way Angelo’s makes their pizza has not. This restaurant is know for their old fashioned pizza baking. Whether you order thin crust or pan pizza, you can rest assured that it will be baked to perfection. Boasting a wide selection of fresh ingredients, there is no limit to the pizza creations you can order. With affordable prices and many different ingredients, your whole group will find something to enjoy when they visit.
In the mood for some variety? Then try some other house favorites including the spagettii and the baked Mostaccioli.
Cassano’s Pizza
2021 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
The fourth pizza restaurant on the list is Cassano’s Pizza. While this shop is newer to the scene, having opened its first location in Naperville in 2010, their family recipes make it feel timeless. If you are looking for the best deal, check out their daily specials which feature different discounts each day. While their menu boasts a large selection of suggested pizza combos, you also have the option to create your own. And with the ability to order for pickup or delivery, you will be able to enjoy high-quality pizza in no time!
First time here? Try some of Cassano’s fan favorites like Nana’s meatballs or one of their delicious home-made sauces.
Mrs T’s Pizza
4246 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Up next on my list is Mrs T’s Pizza. This restaurant, established in 1989, boasts the title of best pizza in the western subarbs. And if consistency means something to you, they have held that title for the past 11 years. One of the things that has helped Mrs T’s Pizza hang onto that title is their signature Chigago-style thin crust, this crispy delight has been perfected over the past 20 years, delivering you consistent quality every time you order it. Mrs T’s also commits to never use frozen ingredients, in fact, everything they use is prepared the same day, giving you the some of the freshest pizza on the market.
If you are looking for pizza in a pinch, rest assured that the quick delivery offered by Mrs Ts will get your pizza to you while it is still hot.
Tortorice’s Pizza
6321 Woodward Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60516
The last restaurant I’ll be talking about today is Tortorice’s Pizza. While the other restaurants on our list have specialized in thin crust pizza, where Tortorice’s really shines is in their deep dish. Opening their doors in 1970, Tortorice’s filled there menu with old world traditions and classic family recipes, giving their food that home cooked meal taste that so many restaurants strive for. While some aspects of their operation have changed over the last 50 years, the same recipes from those early days are what you can expect to see today.
If you visit Tortorice’s, you can expect to be met with world class service and deep dish pizza that is to die for.
Wrapping Things Up
That is it for my list of the 6 best pizza restaurants in Downers Grove. With the common theme of family woven into each of these establishments, they are all backed by an extremely loyal fan base. It’s not hard to see why when you consider the passion they bring to their restaurants and the amazing taste and quality of food that follows. I hope that you are able to try each of these amazing restaurants when looking for pizza near Downers Grove. It’s time to get off your computer and onto your phone, that pizza is not going to order itself!
