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Art Of Pizza On State Street
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108 N State St, Chicago, IL 60602
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Best Pizza in Loop

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Art Of Pizza On State Street 8.1
Loop
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Solo Dining Sanctuaries Hidden Gems Heaven
A Pedway-level slice counter built for Loop speed: thick, Chicago-leaning slices and stuffed-style heft without the sit-down friction. It’s at its best when you order to eat immediately—hot cheese, crisped edges, and a grab-and-go rhythm that fits shopping and office foot traffic.
Must-Try Dishes: Stuffed pizza slice, Sausage deep-dish slice, Thin-crust slice (when fresh)
Scores:
Value: 8.3 Service: 7.7 Consistency: 8 Food Quality: 8.4 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Pedway-level Chicago-style slices that hit fast and filling downtown.
Who should go: Loop workers and shoppers needing a quick, heavy slice.
When to visit: Weekday lunch, slightly before noon for freshness.
What to order: Stuffed slice; sausage deep-dish slice; thin-crust slice.
Insider tip: Ask what just came out—fresh tray beats any specific topping.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: No dedicated parking—best bet is nearby paid garages and metered street parking when available; expect tight, high-traffic conditions during weekday lunch and shopping rush.
Dress code: Ultra casual—anything works (office clothes, jeans, sneakers).
Noise level: Low to moderate—more of a quick counter vibe than a loud dining room; easy to order and eat without shouting.
Weekend wait: Short line or no wait most of the time—service is fast, but rushes can create a brief queue.
Weekday lunch: Typically a short line (5–10 minutes) during the noon wave; fastest if you arrive a little before 12:00.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—cheese slices and veggie-topping slices are usually available, and staff can point you to the current tray options.
Vegan options: Limited—pizza is cheese-forward; you may be able to do a no-cheese slice if available, but it’s not a vegan-focused stop.
Gluten-free options: Limited/uncertain—this is primarily a slice counter; assume standard crust unless they specifically offer a gluten-free option that day.
Best For
Better for: Fast, filling Chicago-leaning slices downtown—especially when you want stuffed/deep-dish heft without committing to a full sit-down meal or long wait.
Consider Alternatives If: Skip it if you want a slower, sit-down pizza night, a craft cocktail vibe, or strong dietary flexibility (vegan/gluten-free). Choose an alternative if you need a full-service experience or a more date-night setting.