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Thrillist ChicagoThis offshoot of the popular Wicker Park pizza spot has a more sit-downy feel, appointing its bright yellow walls with Italian-themed artwork, and its menu of Roman-style square-cut 'za with expanded offerings including prosciutto & fresh mozz crostini, and fresh pastas from tagliatelle alla Bolognese to gnocchi "alla rustica": tomato & pesto hit with a "touch of cream", so it must be made with a Slowhand.
2863 N Clark, btwn Surf and Broadway; Lakeview; 773.472.6411
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