The Chicago Pizza Tavern Where It's Extremely Difficult To Get A Reservation
By Alba Caraceni
Published on March 21, 2026.
The article discusses the difficulty of obtaining a reservation for dinner reservations at Pizz'amici, a small pizzeria in Chicago that is regularly booked up weeks ahead of time. The restaurant, which opened in November 2024, has been experiencing high demand since its opening and hasn't eased. Despite offering only 42 seats, the restaurant is open only from 4 p.m. to 9 p.am. The owners, Billy and Cecily Federighi, started their journey before opening Pizz’amici by offering free pizza for free on Instagram and earning buzz and media attention before establishing the restaurant. The most expensive topping is the house-made Italian beef at $5, with premium additions such as sausage and pepperoni for $4.
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