Love pizza? Get rewarded for it! With the Professor Pizza Rewards Program, every slice you enjoy brings you closer to exclusive perks, discounts, and special offers. It’s our way of saying thank you to our loyal guests who keep coming back for more.
Joining is simple—and free. Once you’re signed up, you’ll start earning points every time you dine in, carry out, or order delivery. Redeem your points for rewards like money off future visits, bonus menu items, or surprise member-only deals. Plus, as part of the Fifty/50 Restaurant Group, you can earn and use your rewards at participating sister restaurants across Chicago.
Give the gift of great pizza with a Professor Pizza gift card, available through the Fifty/50 Restaurant Group! Whether it’s for a birthday, holiday, or just to say thank you, our gift cards make it easy to share the flavors you love with friends, family, and fellow pizza fans.
Gift cards can be redeemed not only at Professor Pizza, but also across the Fifty/50 Restaurant Group’s family of restaurants.
Welcome to Professor Pizza—Old Town Chicago’s premier destination for award-winning pizza, high-tech golf simulators, and vibrant group entertainment. Located in the heart of the Wells Street entertainment district, we are the premier choice for pre-show dining and post-show drinks when seeing a show at The Second City.
Professor Pizza is famous for serving up some of the most thoughtfully crafted pies in the city. Our menu celebrates iconic pizza styles made from scratch daily—including paper-thin, cracker-crust tavern style, airy Detroit deep pan, and rich Sicilian squares. Paired with creative craft cocktails, local craft beers, and gameday buckets, it is the ultimate Chicago food and drink experience.
More than just great pizza, Professor Pizza has become a neighborhood favorite for its welcoming vibe and dedication to flavor. Whether you’re stopping in for a classic pepperoni, a chef-driven specialty, or exploring bold combinations like hot honey or whipped ricotta, you’ll find something to love. Rooted in Old Town’s vibrant food scene, Professor Pizza is a place where tradition meets innovation, giving locals and visitors alike a reason to keep coming back for another slice.
Step into Old Town’s ultimate eatertainment hub, combining the amazing rooftop of Utopian Tailgate and our award-winning ground-floor pizzera, where PGA-caliber virtual golf meets high-energy VIP watch party vibes.
Powered by industry-leading Uneekor and ProTee launch monitors running GSPro software, our private simulator bays bring world-class courses and interactive target games directly to your personal lounge. Whether you’re hosting an elevated corporate team-building event, entertaining key clients, or throwing an unforgettable birthday bash, our spaces seamlessly blend competitive fun with award-winning pizza, custom buffets, and craft cocktails. From gameday watch parties on massive HD screens to pre-show gatherings at The Second City, it’s the premier backdrop for team outings and social celebrations alike.
Loved the pizza and the atmosphere was incredible! Highly recommend!
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stephen h.
9/14/2026
The food was great
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alma t.
9/07/2026
So many pizza styles to choose from. We tried the thin and crispy artichoke cream sauce with the fried artichokes. Delicious. We also tried the build your own cast iron pizza with red sauce and sausage. It smelled great and tasted even better. It had a good amount of sauce and lots of sausage. I can't wait to try some of the other pizzas.
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mc s.
9/03/2026
Best vegan pizza in town!
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Amit S.
8/28/2026
amazing pizza and location!! you can tell everything was done with care!
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Bianca N.
8/27/2026
This pizza spot has everything you need. From slices to whole pies but I would most def include an appetizer like wings or garlic knots. They have a family friendly vibe with a lot of space to sit.
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Pedro R.
8/27/2026
Life changing pizza! I've come here several times and just cannot get enough. The location is great and whenever I have friends or family come into town looking for pizza, I send them to Professor Pizza. You can't beat it.
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Rodescu H.
8/27/2026
This place is awesome. Fast and tasty. Super nice location with great service
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Jacqueline P.
8/27/2026
Best of the best! Absolutely LOVE this place! The menu is incredible, the atmosphere is great, and you can tell how much care goes into everything. Definitely a must- try — can’t wait to go back!
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Mikayla H.
8/27/2026
Best pizza around my go to is thin crust, sausage, and pepperoni
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daniel p.
8/27/2026
Loved the vibe of the whole place to the story it shares and the friendly faces. The pizza was bomb! Got a half and half supreme which had the perfect balance of ricotta and hot honey. Also got the garlic knots but didn’t get a pic cause we inhaled them lol
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Edgar R.
8/27/2026
Best Pizza Joint in Chicago Hands Down! Love their NY Slices. Their Sause 10/10 , Cheese 10/10, and Thin slices 10/10. Love it
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D M.
8/27/2026
Best Pizza Spot in Chicago. Love their in person NY Slices. Their Award Winning Cheese Slice and Pepperoni Slice my personal fav . So Good! 💯
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David M.
8/27/2026
This is a really amazing place. The pizza was fantastic. I had the Grandma Supreme. Don’t miss out on this. The staff was so so sweet. Special shoutout to The People’s Princess (TPP)! 🤣
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Diamond Y.
8/27/2026
Pizza is da bomb dot come 🫴🏽
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Erick G.
8/27/2026
Michael and Tony were amazing to work with for the catering for our event! They were patient, accommodating, and truly took the time to understand our needs and the needs of our guests. Their communication was consistent and transparent throughout the entire process. Most importantly, all of our guests loved the food! Long line for seconds. We couldn’t have asked for a better catering experience and highly recommend them.
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Monica M.
8/27/2026
Absolutely loved our dinner here! We ordered the Pepperoni and a classic Margherita, and both were excellent . The sauce had the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, and the cheese quality was top-notch. Quick service even on a busy Friday night. Highly recommend!
