Skip to main content

City Pizza & Subs
$$ · Pizza

17 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Are you the owner? Claim this business

ZipPicks Awards

Best Pizza in Loop

Vibe Check this spot

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

0 / 5 selected

Master Critic Review

City Pizza & Subs 7.6
Loop
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Solo Dining Sanctuaries Hidden Gems Heaven
A no-frills Loop counter where pizza-and-sub basics cover mixed cravings without ceremony. It’s strongest as a quick, hot-and-eaten-now stop—one slice lane plus one sub or side keeps quality from slipping.
Must-Try Dishes: Pepperoni slice, Cheese slice, Italian sub
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.5 Food Quality: 7.8 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Straightforward pizza-and-subs counter for fast downtown fuel.
Who should go: Solo lunches and no-fuss eaters on a tight schedule.
When to visit: Mid-afternoon for short lines and faster turnaround.
What to order: Pepperoni slice; cheese slice; Italian sub.
Insider tip: Keep it simple—one slice and one sub holds best.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: No dedicated lot/valet—best bet is nearby paid garages; limited metered street parking and it fills up fast on weekdays.
Dress code: Casual—jeans, hoodies, work attire all fit. Come as you are.
Noise level: Low to moderate—mostly quick in-and-out traffic, easy to hold a conversation.
Weekend wait: 0-10 min (often no wait; counter-service flow keeps it moving)
Weekday lunch: 5-15 min during the peak rush; 0-5 min off-peak
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—cheese slice and veggie-friendly builds (go lighter on toppings for best texture).
Vegan options: Limited—possible only if they can do no-cheese pizza/sandwich adjustments; expect few true vegan-ready options.
Gluten-free options: Limited/uncertain—may be able to do salad-style or no-bread modifications, but not a reliable dedicated gluten-free setup.
Best For
Better for: Fast Loop pizza-and-subs variety when your group has mixed cravings—solid ‘grab it hot and keep moving’ value without the wait or fuss.
Consider Alternatives If: You want a true dine-in pizza experience, elevated ingredients, or guaranteed dietary accommodations (vegan/gluten-free). Choose a full-service pizzeria when vibe and consistency matter more than speed.