DeSalvo's Pizza

Stephen Schmitt a month ago

I’m from New Jersey and can confidently say this is the best slice in Chicago. Better than Jimmy’s and better than Zaza’s (and those two are good). It’s the real deal and tastes exactly like home. Crust is perfect, sauce to cheese ratio is perfect. Maybe could a use a little more cheese and sauce but now I’m splitting hairs

J Shay 4 months ago

DeSalvo's has tasty Detroit style pizza and their turkey focaccia is my favorite dish on the menu. Although the turkey focaccia sandwich sells out within a few hours, it is a tasty lunch. It's better than a similar order from Jimmy John's or Subway. It is a a smaller sandwich, but it's packed full of flavor.

Sally Wood 5 months ago

Had a seasonal salad and a slice of the veggie Detroit style pizza with pesto. Both were delicious. Salad was very fresh and nice mix of ingredients. The Detroit style pizza was delicious. Central street Evanston location is super cute too. Lots to check out around here. The Spice house next door is a unique and wonderful store.

Chris Dietz a year ago

Looked up great pizza by Northwestern University, and didn’t want same old Lou’s. This place was great. Amazing garlic knots, and yes get the ranch/marinara combo upgrade, you’ll thank me after. Small pizza 13” is good for one hungry person. Great under carriage and quality ingredients. I’ll definitely come back. A little tough getting parking on the street during busy times, but not too bad.

Pooja Patel a year ago

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to love this place as much as I did, but everything was super fresh and packed with flavor. You can tell they really care about their ingredients. We tried the Green Dreams pizza, the Rabbit (veggie) slice, a Detroit Square, the seasonal salad, the seasonal vegetables, and the garlic knots. The seasonal salad was crisp and refreshing, and the seasonal vegetables were roasted perfectly with this creamy aioli that just brought everything together—such a good combo. The pizzas were absolutely delicious, and my favorite was the Detroit-style pie—crispy edges, cheesy, and just the right amount of sauce. You can really taste the freshness in the dough and toppings. And the garlic knots? Next level—soft, flavorful, and honestly, some of the best I’ve had. Beyond the food, the vibe inside is cozy and bright, making it a great spot for a quick bite or a casual hangout with friends. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. Definitely a must-visit if you’re in Evanston—whether you’re grabbing a slice or sitting down for a full meal, you won’t be disappointed!