ZipPicks Awards
Best Lasagna in Portage Park
Master Critic Review
Coluta's Pizza
7.9
A classic neighborhood pizzeria where homemade lasagna plays best as the comforting, no-drama pasta dinner option alongside the usual pizza traffic. Keep the order tight: one lasagna dinner, one baked pasta backup, and you’re set—this is strongest as a straightforward takeout lane.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lasagna (Homemade), Stuffed Shells (Homemade), Baked Mostaccioli
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 7.3
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Homemade lasagna and baked pastas built for simple, repeatable takeout.
Who should go: Budget-minded pasta takeout regulars
When to visit: Early dinner for easiest pickup
What to order: Homemade lasagna, stuffed shells, baked mostaccioli
Insider tip: Stick to one baked pasta plus one backup—skip stacking multiple fried sides.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on surrounding residential blocks; generally manageable but can tighten during peak dinner hours.
Dress code: Very casual — jeans, hoodies, and work clothes are all normal.
Noise level: Low to moderate — mostly takeout traffic with short dine-in turnover.
Weekend wait: 15–30 minutes for takeout during peak hours; dine-in seating fills quickly but turns over fast.
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait; orders move quickly.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — cheese lasagna, stuffed shells, baked mostaccioli, and veggie pizza options.
Vegan options: Very limited — possible with sauce-only pasta or pizza modifications, but not a core strength.
Gluten-free options: Limited — no dedicated gluten-free pasta or prep area; cross-contact likely.
Best For
Better for: Affordable, no-frills baked pastas and lasagna that travel well for takeout.
Consider Alternatives If: You want a sit-down Italian dinner, house-made pasta theatrics, or a date-night atmosphere.