ZipPicks Awards
Best Cheap Pizza in Jefferson Park
Master Critic Review
Rasmus Pizza Restaurant
7.6
A low-key Elston Ave spot that mixes pizza with Balkan comfort food, which makes it one of the more offbeat ‘cheap pizza’ options in the ZIP. It works best when you choose one lane—pizza or a Balkan plate—so the order stays coherent and satisfying.
Must-Try Dishes:
Thin-crust pizza (one-topping), Cevapi, Greek salad
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 7.1
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 7.6
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: A neighborhood pizza shop with a distinct Balkan-food lane alongside pies.
Who should go: Adventurous locals who want pizza plus something different
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for a quieter, faster experience
What to order: One-topping thin crust, cevapi, Greek salad
Insider tip: Pick pizza or cevapi as the anchor—don’t split focus on the first visit.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Elston Ave and nearby side streets; generally manageable on weeknights, tighter on weekends.
Dress code: Very casual — jeans, hoodies, and everyday wear all fit right in.
Noise level: Low to moderate — easy to hold a conversation without raising your voice.
Weekend wait: 15–25 minutes at peak times, often shorter if ordering carryout
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — cheese pizza, veggie toppings, salads, and some non-meat Balkan sides.
Vegan options: Limited — possible with a no-cheese pizza and vegetable toppings, but not a focus.
Gluten-free options: Limited — no dedicated gluten-free crust; cross-contact likely.
Best For
Better for: Mixing cheap pizza with something different — the Balkan dishes give it a distinct edge over standard neighborhood slice shops.
Consider Alternatives If: You want standout Chicago-style pizza or a purely pizza-focused experience — there are stronger specialists nearby if pizza quality is the only priority.