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Loyola Pizza
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Loyola Pizza
7.8
Loyola Pizza is a straightforward counter-service shop known for generous garlic knots, classic pies, and pastas at student-friendly prices. It leans hard into delivery and takeout, serving the nearby residential streets and campus crowd with reliable, no-fuss comfort food.
Must-Try Dishes:
Garlic Knots, BBQ Chicken Pizza, Meat Lovers Pizza
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Affordable, delivery-focused pies and pastas with standout garlic knots.
Who should go: Budget-minded locals and nearby students.
When to visit: Weeknights for quick takeout or late study fuel.
What to order: Garlic knots, BBQ Chicken pizza, Meat Lovers slice.
Insider tip: Combo deals with salad or pasta make easy shareable meals for small groups.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Plentiful free street parking on Loyola Blvd and nearby residential streets; typically easy outside peak dinner hours.
Dress code: Totally casual—hoodies, shorts, campus wear all welcome.
Noise level: Low to moderate—it's a counter-service shop, so expect some bustle but easy conversation.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes for takeout; dine-in seating usually available without a wait.
Weekday lunch: No wait; orders come out quickly.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—cheese pizzas, veggie pies, salads, and several pasta options.
Vegan options: Limited—no dedicated vegan cheese, but you can order cheeseless veggie pizzas or simple salads.
Gluten-free options: No dedicated gluten-free crust; best to stick with salads if severely sensitive.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you're aiming for super casual—it's more about convenience and comfort food than ambiance.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—it's counter-service with open seating, so tables are first-come but typically available.
Is it kid-friendly? Very—simple menu, quick service, and space for strollers; great for families with kids of all ages.
Best For
Better for: Budget-friendly takeout, generous garlic knots, and quick service—ideal for students and locals who want value.
Skip if: You're looking for artisanal pies, craft beer lists, or a sit-down date-night atmosphere.
Loyola Pizza
8.0
Tucked along Lincoln, Loyola Pizza is an owner-operated brick-oven shop known for hand-tossed pies, generous toppings and friendly counter service. It’s more takeout workhorse than dine-in destination, but locals lean on it for value-heavy combos and late-day orders.
Must-Try Dishes:
Supreme Pizza, BBQ Chicken Pizza, Garlic Knots
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Owner-run brick-oven pies with strong value and old-school service.
Who should go: Budget-minded locals craving hearty, topping-loaded pizzas.
When to visit: Early evening for hot pies before closing or takeout rush.
What to order: Supreme pizza, BBQ Chicken pizza, side of garlic knots.
Insider tip: Look for bundle deals—family combos beat ordering à la carte.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Small shared lot out front plus plentiful street parking on Lincoln—usually easy except during peak early-evening takeout hours.
Dress code: Completely casual; think T-shirt, hoodie, or whatever you’d wear for a quick neighborhood pickup.
Noise level: Low—mostly a takeout counter with light chatter; easy to hold a conversation if you snag one of the few seats.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes for a pie; walk-ins only and the oven moves fast.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; pizzas are made to order but turnaround is quick.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—several veggie pies and the ability to customize toppings.
Vegan options: Limited—no dedicated vegan cheese, but you can order veggie pies without cheese.
Gluten-free options: Not reliably—no gluten-free crust advertised, so celiacs should opt elsewhere.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you’re aiming for ultra-casual. It’s more of a grab-and-go neighborhood joint than a date-night setting.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—there are a few dine-in seats and it’s first-come, first-served. But expect to rely on takeout if they fill up.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—simple menu, quick service, and easygoing vibes. Ideal for families grabbing an affordable meal.
Best For
Better for: Big, topping-heavy pies, generous value combos, and dependable late-day takeout—perfect when you want maximum food for minimal cost.
Skip if: You want artisanal toppings, curated dine-in ambiance, or strict dietary accommodations like gluten-free crusts.