ZipPicks Awards
Best Late Night Pizza in Wicker Park & West Town
Best Family Friendly Pizza in Wicker Park & West Town
Master Critic Review
Dicey's Pizza & Tavern
8.2
Dicey’s Pizza & Tavern is a West Town bar built around ultra-crisp tavern-style pies, cheap beer, and a busy patio that runs into the late evening. It’s a go-to when you want thin, square-cut pizza and a couple drinks without leaving the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Pepperoni Tavern Pizza, Cacio e Pepe Tavern Pizza, Peppy Boy Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 6.7
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Tavern-style pies and cheap beer in a bar built for hanging out.
Who should go: Friends who want pizza, drinks, and a laid-back night.
When to visit: Evenings into late night, especially Fridays and Saturdays.
What to order: Classic Pepperoni, Cacio e Pepe pie, Peppy Boy hot honey pizza.
Insider tip: Order a couple of 9-inch pies with different toppings to share instead of one large.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; it can be limited on weekends so allow extra time.
Dress code: Casual — jeans, sneakers, and laid-back bar attire fit right in.
Noise level: Loud during peak and late-night hours; conversation can require raising your voice.
Weekend wait: Expect a wait of 30–60 minutes during peak evening hours.
Weekday lunch: N/A — typically not open for lunch.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Good options — multiple cheese and veggie pies are available.
Vegan options: Limited — you may be able to customize, but true vegan offerings are minimal.
Gluten-free options: Generally not — tavern-style crusts are the focus and GF substitutes are uncommon.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes if you want something casual and lively — the bar vibe and patio make it fun, but it may be too loud for deeper conversation.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — most seating is first-come, first-served, but arrive early on weekends to avoid long waits.
Is it kid-friendly? Earlier in the evening it can work for families, but it leans more bar-forward and adult-oriented as the night goes on.
Best For
Better for: Late-night pizza cravings, casual hangs with friends, and enjoying drinks with thin-crust tavern-style pies.
Skip if: You want quiet dining, gluten-free or vegan-focused options, or a formal sit-down restaurant experience.