Best Cheap Pizza Restaurants in River North (60654)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Pizzeria Portofino
Riverfront pizza and spritzes with a resort-like patio setting.
Notable Picks
8.4
Perched along the riverwalk, Pizzeria Portofino focuses on hand-stretched pizzas, coastal-leaning salads, and spritzes with a strong patio-first mentality. The combination of waterfront views, shareable pies, and approachable pricing makes it a go-to for casual Italian lunches and group dinners in warm weather.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Charred pepperoni pizza, Mediterranean salad
What makes it special: Riverfront pizza and spritzes with a resort-like patio setting.
Since 2014, Dough Bros has been the go-to New York–style slice window in 60654, staying open as late as 4 a.m. on weekends. Counter service, foldable slices, and subs make it the quintessential post-bar pizza stop near the State & Hubbard cluster of nightlife.
Must-Try Dishes:
Artichoke & Spinach Slice, Mushroom Slice, Custom Build-Your-Own Whole Pie
What makes it special: True late-night New York–style slices and subs steps from River North bars.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Family Friendly Favorites
Opened in 2025 by Boka Restaurant Group, Zarella does both tavern-style squares and artisan round pies alongside starters and a few Italian American plates. Its grab-and-go window and relatively moderate pricing make it a newer, more casual entry into the River North Italian landscape.
Must-Try Dishes:
Soppressata & Mortadella specialty pie, Spicy vodka pizza, Sunday Salad with salami and ditalini
What makes it special: Chef-driven tavern and artisan pizzas with a grab-and-go window in the former GT Fish space.
Pizzeria Ora is an old-school River North spot attached to a Best Western that serves classic Chicago deep-dish and thin-crust pies at modest prices for the area. It’s a practical choice for families and visitors who want a sit-down deep-dish experience without the lines or pricing of the biggest downtown names.
Must-Try Dishes:
Deep Dish Cheese Pizza, The Supreme Deep Dish Pizza, El Blanco Thin Crust Pizza
What makes it special: Classic Chicago deep dish and thin crust in a low-key, family-run setting steps from the Mag Mile corridor.