If you ask an honest-to-god Chicagoan to name their favorite deep dish pizza, chances are they'll point you to Pequod's, where the signature pan pies are ringed with caramelized cheese and the slices are massive—one piece makes a meal.
The vibe: With exposed brick and plasma-screen TVs, Pequod's is firmly a neighborhood bar.
The food: The signature pan pizza is ringed with caramelized cheese, and slices are massive—one piece makes a meal.
The drinks: Add veggies to lighten it up a bit, or go all in, with the sausage pie, dotted with perfectly spiced, Ping-Pong ball–sized pieces of seasoned ground pork.
Time Out tip: Pequod's is always busy (for good reason), so we recommend making a reservation if you plan on dining in.
Updated with reporting by Lauren Brocato