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Pizzeria Uno

Pizza restaurant · 29 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611, United States · United States

4.3 on Google · 6,786 reviews · View on Google Maps

Manipulation score

Clean

Completed Aug 5, 2026 · 63 reviews flagged

How this score works

The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.

Burst
— an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
Low activity account
— the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
Duplicate text
— the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.

Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →

Case conclusion

What the numbers say

1,000 reviews examined

Google rating
4.3★

All reviews shown by Google

Not-flagged average
4.2★

937 examined reviews

Flagged
6%

63 of 1,000

Coverage
15%

1,000 of 6,786 Google reviews

“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Aug 5, 2026.

Review brief

What reviews not flagged by Revdict say

Pizzeria Uno is an iconic, historic Chicago landmark famous for its traditional deep-dish pizza and cozy, old-school atmosphere. Reviewers frequently praise the friendly service, unique vintage vibe, and flavorful crust and sauce, though experiences with wait times and food consistency vary widely.

+ Repeated strengths

Delicious Deep-Dish Pizza

Reviewers often highlight the iconic deep-dish pizza, praising its rich tomato sauce, melted cheese, and signature buttery crust.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2025-01-21

1/2025 “Authentic Deep-Dish Pizza Experience!” Uno’s Pizzeria in Chicago is a must-visit for pizza lovers! Their iconic deep-dish pizza is everything you’d hope for—flaky, buttery crust, rich tomato sauce, and perfectly melted cheese. The a...

5★ · 2025-01-23

A most delicious pie. We got the numero uno deep dish which comes loaded with sausage, pepperoni, peppers, onions & mushrooms with a rich marinara sauce over it. It was so good. Walking into unos the smell was incredible. Excellent ambiance...

5★ · 2025-06-23

This deep dish pizza was the highlight of my Chicago trip. Pizzeria Uno served the best pizza I’ve ever had — perfectly cheesy, with a buttery crust and rich, flavorful sauce. I can’t wait to come back!

Friendly and Attentive Service

Many guests report receiving welcoming, prompt, and helpful service from individual staff members and bartenders.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2025-01-21

Demarcus and the hostess were amazing. Surprised how we were greeted!!

5★ · 2025-07-19

Great food and service.

2★ · 2026-07-09

When you take your customers for granted. What a disappointment, we seemed to be bothering them. Dirty table. Questionable taste of water. Sorry, this restaurant is living off an inflated reputation. We ordered the special salad, okay, but...

Historic and Cozy Atmosphere

The restaurant's rustic, vintage interior and long-standing history create a charming and unique dining experience.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2025-02-11

While visiting Chicago for the first over the weekend, we met a local who told us to try Uno for our first Chicago deep dish pizza experience. Uno is reportedly the first deep dish pizza place in Chicago, serving deep dish since 1943. It’s...

5★ · 2025-02-19

Love this place...best pizza I've ever had. Beer selection was okay, authentic atmosphere, historical and quirky. Go here at least once in your life!

4★ · 2026-07-11

As expected. Classic deep dish pizza. Snug fit in the building but you can tell its very old. Courteous staff.

− Repeated complaints

Long Wait Times

Reviewers frequently report lengthy waits for both tables and the freshly baked deep-dish pizzas.

2 supporting reviews

1★ · 2025-02-17

Cold pizza rude servers 50 min waiting time overpriced

3★ · 2025-06-20

Busy, long wait for a table, long wait for the pizza, even w preorder. Waitress did not refill waters, brought wrong drinks, and took a very long time to bring the check.

Dry or Hard Crust

Several guests mention that the pizza crust can occasionally taste overly dry, dense, or hard like a cracker.

2 supporting reviews

4★ · 2025-09-15

The popularity of this restaurant speaks for itself. My preference in Pizza is not deep dish. I think it's highly overrated and more symbolic or mythical. The taste and texture of the bread is so distinct from thinner crust and wood-fired p...

5★ · 2026-06-23

Enjoyed the pizza making class. Super was funny and informative.

Cramped Seating and Slow Service on Busy Days

Reviewers note that the interior is very tight and crowded, which can occasionally lead to inattentive or stressed service during peak hours.

2 supporting reviews

4★ · 2025-09-07

Pizzeria Uno has amazing deep dish pizza & the staff is very nice. The only downfall is if you eat inside the restaurant it’s very cramped full of tables so if you get up to use the restroom you feel like you’re bumping into other people &...

5★ · 2025-10-24

Really great pizza, somewhat long wait times. Friendly staff and cozy if a little crowded atmosphere.

Good for

  • First-time visitors wanting an authentic Chicago deep-dish experience
  • Sharing a hearty, filling meal with a small group
  • Casual dining with a historic neighborhood pub vibe

Avoid if

  • You are in a rush or pressed for time
  • You prefer thin, light crust pizza
  • You dislike crowded spaces and tight seating arrangements
Summarized from 614 text reviews not flagged by Revdict · 2025-01-21 to 2026-08-04 · Summaries can miss context; open the supporting reviews before deciding.

Review anatomy

Reviews per month

Reviews per month, total and flagged
MonthReviewsFlagged
Jan ’25130
Feb ’25260
Mar ’25375
Apr ’25591
May ’25671
Jun ’25682
Jul ’25985
Aug ’25733
Sep ’25702
Oct ’25535
Nov ’25383
Dec ’25312
Jan ’26301
Feb ’26232
Mar ’26501
Apr ’26474
May ’26566
Jun ’26571
Jul ’269415
Aug ’26104

Rating distribution

5★
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1★

Evidence

  • low activity account 63 reviews flagged weight 0.8

Flagged reviews

Showing the 10 most suspicious of 63 flagged reviews.

Saideep Kotasthane profile photo

Saideep Kotasthane

2 reviews

★★★★★

2025-03-10

low activity account suspicion 48
Aydyn Levenchuk profile photo

Aydyn Levenchuk

1 review

★★★★★

2025-03-16

Best Chicago style deep dish ever and very good service staff is very attentive
low activity account suspicion 48
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Phil “Cheeze313”

1 review

★★★★★

2025-04-29

low activity account suspicion 48
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jeaterrell

1 review

★★★★★

2025-05-30

low activity account suspicion 48
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Birgit Veilleux

2 reviews

★★★★★

2025-06-05

low activity account suspicion 48
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Collin Guillory

1 review

★★★★★

2025-06-06

Nicholas was a joy & so fun - great server! He was new but he was an absolute blast. Give buddy a raise!
low activity account suspicion 48
Doug profile photo

Doug

1 review

★☆☆☆☆

2025-07-14

low activity account suspicion 48
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A Google User

1 review

★☆☆☆☆

2025-07-25

Our waitress was Lupe. Been there for 20 years. Had to speak with the manager about her as she was rude and not friendly compared to All of the other servers. When we ordered our deep dish pizza, she said in such a negative manner that made us want toleave,”45 minutes.” When our pizza came, she just...
low activity account suspicion 48
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Bradley

1 review

★★★★★

2025-07-26

low activity account suspicion 48
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Jorgen Nay

2 reviews

★★★★★

2025-07-27

low activity account suspicion 48

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