No doubt; Chicago is the pizza capital of the world. Tastes from all over the world come to Chicago to make the Windy City unique in its own right. I have been eating pizza for a good 20 years now, and I know what makes a good pizza. The key to correct pizza making is consistency and proportional ingredients: not too much; not too little. With that said, I am proud to recognize two very unique pizzerias for their excellent service and quality. Rosati's and Lou Malnati's.
In deciding my "favorite" pizza, going between the two restaurants is like comparing corvettes- they all look good, and only the smallest nuances will set them apart. The tiniest differences in taste, texture, and sauce had to be analyzed in both pizzas. It came down to a freaking side by side taste test because I was so undecided.
In overall appearance, taste, and texture, I am going to give my #1 props to Lou Malnati's pizza. The taste is just incredible- everything on that pizza is fresh. Rosati's pizza offers similar taste, and they really do COME CLOSE to Lou's. Overall, Lou's seems a little bit cheaper than Rosati's- but when we are discussing the best pizza brands in the world, who cares if they are two or three dollars off. I love Rosati's sauce- it is tomato-ey (to my dad's dismay) and it has flare. Lou has a more traditional approach to their sauce, and it becomes sensational near the end of the swallow. They are both delicious. But if I HAD to give an award for best pizza, it would go to Lou's.
Now I haven't had Gino's yet... so we will see who keeps the top position.
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