Pazzo’s

I am a huge fan of the pazzo’s on Jackson blvd near DePaul university’s loop campus. I heard this location had a nicer atmosphere so that’s why I came. However, the service was not as attentive, the atmosphere was not as nice, and the presentation of the food was not as nice either. Also, they didn’t even offer us dessert — just brought the bill right away (not busy or close to closing time either). 3 stars to this location — 5 starts to the other!

Intrigued by the recent opening near my office coupled with a new employee joining our department, we headed to Pazzo’s for an enjoyable lunch. Since I was still in Paleo mode, the nice looking brick oven pizzas were off limits, but I was glad to see some entrees that would make the cut:
Chicken Scallopine with Artichokes: I think this was two chicken breasts… seriously tender, in a well made and flavored sauce, served over three wedges of roasted potatoes, with softened artichokes around the edges. The dish was just what a caveman could ask for, strong flavors, tender meat and veggies, and very tasty. The price at $ 17, isn’t cheap for the loop, but you’re also not eating fast food here either as the service and ambiance was quite enjoyable.
My only complaint is that on our way out, we could BARELY squeeze through all the tables with how the restaurants was laid out… and it’s never fun trying to walk by folks that are eating when you’re afraid your’e going to knock over their glass of water/​wine with your bulky winter coat.
UPDATE: Tried their pizza finally… you can tell his brick oven fired, and they use a hefty dose of cornmeal at the bottom of their crust for sliding. It’s respectable pizza, but for a hot brick oven, I think I expected more.
Verdict: Great food, great service, high pricepoint for lunch.

Nice restaurant & bar.
Great atmosphere.
Got off to a rocky start with the bartender, but he made amends & made up with an amazing imported Italian drink. O.M.G.
Music? Early 80’s love songs. Not feeling too much.