Pizzeria Uno

Pizzeria Uno is a chain of pizza restaurants that originated in Chicago, United States. The restaurant is known for its deep-dish style pizza, which has become synonymous with Chicago-style pizza.

History

Pizzeria Uno was founded in 1943 by Ike Sewell and Ric Riccardo. The original location was at the corner of Ohio Street and Wabash Avenue in Chicago. The founders are often credited with inventing the Chicago-style deep-dish pizza.

Menu

The menu at Pizzeria Uno includes a variety of items, but the restaurant is most famous for its Chicago-style pizza. This style of pizza is characterized by a thick, buttery crust, chunky tomato sauce, and a generous layer of cheese. In addition to pizza, the restaurant also serves pasta, salad, sandwiches, and desserts.

Expansion

In the 1970s, Pizzeria Uno began to expand outside of Chicago. Today, there are Pizzeria Uno locations across the United States and in several international locations. The restaurant chain also operates under the names Uno Chicago Grill and Uno Pizzeria & Grill.

Reception

Pizzeria Uno has received mixed reviews over the years. While some praise the restaurant for its authentic Chicago-style pizza, others criticize it for its inconsistent quality and service. Despite these criticisms, Pizzeria Uno remains a popular choice for deep-dish pizza, particularly in Chicago.

See Also

• Pizza
• Chicago-style pizza
• Deep-dish pizza