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Best Late Night Pizza in River North
Best Cheap Pizza in River North
Best Family Friendly Italian in River North
Best Family Friendly Pizza in River North
Master Critic Review
Dough Bros Pizzeria & Sub Shop
8.4
Since 2014, Dough Bros has been the go-to New York–style slice window in 60654, staying open as late as 4 a.m. on weekends. Counter service, foldable slices, and subs make it the quintessential post-bar pizza stop near the State & Hubbard cluster of nightlife.
Must-Try Dishes:
Artichoke & Spinach Slice, Mushroom Slice, Custom Build-Your-Own Whole Pie
Scores:
Value: 9
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: True late-night New York–style slices and subs steps from River North bars.
Who should go: Bar-hoppers needing fast, New York-style slices after midnight.
When to visit: Thursday through Saturday after midnight for peak slice traffic.
What to order: Artichoke & Spinach slice, Mushroom slice, custom whole pie.
Insider tip: Expect a cramped counter and street crowds—grab slices to-go and eat outside.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited and competitive at night; nearby paid garages along Hubbard and State are the most reliable option. No valet.
Dress code: Very casual — bar attire, jeans, and hoodies are all normal.
Noise level: Loud late at night with bar traffic and street crowds; quiet to moderate earlier in the day.
Weekend wait: Usually 5–15 minutes for slices, but lines can stretch to 20+ minutes after midnight.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or a short 2–5 minute queue.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — multiple veggie slice options (e.g., mushroom, spinach & artichoke) depending on availability.
Vegan options: Very limited — no dedicated vegan cheese and offerings vary by day.
Gluten-free options: No gluten-free crust or dedicated prep area.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you’re aiming for a casual, post-bar slice stop — the space is cramped, mostly grab-and-go, and can be loud late at night.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — there are no reservations and seating is minimal; expect to stand or take slices to-go, especially during late-night rushes.
Is it kid-friendly? During the day it’s fine for quick counter-service pizza; late at night it skews bar-crowd and isn’t ideal for young kids.
Best For
Better for: Late-night, foldable New York–style slices near River North nightlife, quick service, and strong value for the price.
Skip if: You want sit-down dining, quieter ambiance, gluten-free or vegan options, or upscale artisanal pizza with longer menus.