Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company

Category: Pizza restaurant in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 2121 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

Phone: +17732482570

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–10PM

Monday: 4–10PM

Tuesday: 4–10PM

Wednesday: 4–10PM

Thursday: 4–10PM

Friday: 4–11PM

Saturday: 11AM–11PM

Reviews

Ms Isaac

Sep 24, 2022

It was good but not someplace that I necessarily need to go again. The giant Italian salad was AMAZING. But I’m not super keen on the pizza pot. If I got one again I would do it without mushrooms. You can only get it in specific ways as well. It’s a really tight space too. Not particularly pleasant but not UNpleasant.

The Wolf

Sep 23, 2022

I went there often in the early 80's. I really enjoyed the 1 Poinder and after I moved to California, I would do a deal to buy several 1 Pounders and they would deliver them the the AA and I would pick them up at LAX! FANTASTIC 😍

Frank Potochney

Sep 23, 2022

Good food.

Rajveer Kaur

Sep 22, 2022

Omg.. the food is super yummy and staff is great. Love the cozy interior as well. What else you can ask for!

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Questions & Answers

I heard this is a cash only establishment. Is this true?

Denise Borden | Sep 24, 2018
Torie Turner | Sep 24, 2018

Yes and they also have an atm just in case you don't have cash.

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Could you bring kids to this establishment?

Kenya Wright | Sep 24, 2018
Dee Stowers | Sep 24, 2018

Yes. We had infant and 7 year old. They don't have high chairs but do have booster seats with straps

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What is the best pizza in Chicago?

T P | Sep 24, 2018
Jenny Nuth | Sep 24, 2018

Chicago pizza and oven grinder if you're looking for simple and very cheesy (pizza pie). If you're looking for traditional pizza, Pequods hands down.

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I really REALY want to try the pizza pie- But I have a huge [and rather unfortunate] disdane for mushrooms. Could I get meatballs instead of the mushrooms in the pizza pie?

Chauncey J. Brandom | Sep 24, 2019
Stephen Coyne | Sep 24, 2019

You can definitely say no mushrooms, but expect to pay an upcharge if you ask to replace them with meatballs. Edit in response to other answers: the mushrooms in the pizza pot pie are 4 medium to large sized button mushrooms that are part of the basic order with no modifications. They are definitely noticable.

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Will they seat you even if your whole party isn’t there?

Rachel Rodewald | Sep 24, 2018
Brandon | Sep 24, 2018

When I was there I belive someone was their alone to get a seat for their party but to be seated your whole party has to be there or at least almost all of your party. I'm sure if they are like 5 minutes away they may or may not wait to seat your party but do not expect them to wait for everyone to show up

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Do we have to schedule a reservation, or is it only walk in?

Chiv4s14 | Sep 24, 2018
Matthew Blanski | Sep 24, 2018

You have to walk in. They do not take reservations. Waits I have experienced are between 1 hour 30 mins to 3 hours

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Will you guys ship your pizza to me here in San Antonio Texas??

Matt Sawyer | Sep 24, 2018
Andrew Doehring | Sep 24, 2018

Nope haha!

Does the establishment require patrons to wait on site for a table after putting their name in or are patrons free to roam the streets of Chicago during the 2+ hour wait and be called back via text when their table is ready?

Vincenzo Caporale | Sep 24, 2018
Dave Jarvis | Sep 24, 2018

You need to be on site. Part of the novelty is the guy at the door who remembers your face and your place in the queue. They don't even take your name! But go early, so you don't have such a long wait.

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Is anything besides salad gluten free?

Carolyn Gratz | Sep 24, 2018
Randy Sherwood | Sep 24, 2018

I don't think so.

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Is there an ATM since they are cash only?

David Padula | Apr 26, 2022
Kenny Anderson | Apr 26, 2022

ATM in the corridor, 3.50 service fee

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Is it still cash only with COVID regulations?

Mia Berkley | Nov 27, 2021
Ketan B Shah | Nov 27, 2021

Yes. They have ATM in the entrance

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Can you get the sauce without green peppers in it? I really really really hate green peppers.

Laurel Pawlak | Sep 23, 2020
Doug Brown | Sep 23, 2020

Yeah man, nobody is gonna make you eat green peppers. I agree they're gross.

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Is there parking?

PJ Pat | Sep 24, 2019
Dawn S | Sep 24, 2019

They have valet and street parking if you can find it.

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Is there valets

Sharon Palionis | Sep 24, 2019
Michelle Lewis | Sep 24, 2019

Yes

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Is there somewhere around(bar , restaurant) there to get a drink etc while we wait for our table?

Angela Malone | Sep 24, 2019
Catalina Gutierrez | Sep 24, 2019

They have a bar in the restaurant

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Does this place take reservations?

Allyson Smith | Sep 24, 2019
Greg Wright | Sep 24, 2019

No, so get there 2hrs b4 u want to eat. We waited 1hr45min at 3pm last Sat!!!! SOOOOOOOO WORTH IT THOUGH!

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How much is Valet parking?

Christina Gonzalez | Sep 24, 2018
Brian Skrzypczynski | Sep 24, 2018

On Saturday it was $12 for cars, $20 for SUV

How much does the pizza pot pie usually cost?

Gfunk D.O.A | Sep 24, 2018
Cynthia Drost | Sep 24, 2018

The Half-Pounder is $12.75. The One-Pounder is $25.50. they have a menu on their website.

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Do I need to make reservations

latasha payne | Sep 24, 2018
Rachel Smidt | Sep 24, 2018

I think its first come first served

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Do you deliver???

Pam Martin | Sep 24, 2018
Michael Robinson | Sep 24, 2018

No but the pot pie is available frozen

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Are there any non pork options for the pizza pot pie?

seeeye | Sep 24, 2018
Dan Wills | Sep 24, 2018

Yes two choices sausage or veggie, with mushrooms an options on both.

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Do they have ground beef for the pizza pot pie?

seeeye | Sep 24, 2018
Kevin Schilling | Sep 24, 2018

No REAL Chicagoan puts ground beef on a pizza!

Do they take reservations?

Allyson Smith | Sep 24, 2018
AztecGoddess Mictecacihuatl | Sep 24, 2018

no, they dont

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How many people could a half lb serve ?

Tanisha Willard | Sep 24, 2018
Jatin Johnson | Sep 24, 2018

One person.. thats it!

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Can I eat at the bar?

Javier Romero | Apr 26, 2022
Evita Lanzarin | Apr 26, 2022

Yes you can. It's a little small in the restaurant but eating at the bar is doable

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It is a good place to go for dinner with children?

Carla Rodriguez | Mar 27, 2022
Chris Ortman | Mar 27, 2022

As long as they have a big appetite because portion size is on the larger side, otherwise there shouldnt be a problem. The atmosphere does aim more toward the young adult/adult scene though just so you have a heads up!

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Is there a parking lot?

Kim Kozlowski | Feb 25, 2022
Eff Em | Feb 25, 2022

No parking lot

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How long does it take after you order a pizza pot pie does for it to get to your table? It's not as long as a deep dish pizza is it?

Christina Basham | Jan 26, 2022
Gringo kid | Jan 26, 2022

A solid 36minutes minimum

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Do they have ads accessible

Debra Owens | Dec 27, 2021
Gregory Levi | Dec 27, 2021

I think you're saying ADA Accessibility, the answer is no they don't. There is no accessibility for the disabled, sorry.

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Where is there a good place to find parking to eat at Chicago Pizza Oven on Clark St?

Kimberly Dalsanto | Sep 23, 2021
Hollis Axelrod | Sep 23, 2021

Public parking around the corner

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They have reservations now but is there still tables available if you wait? I heard that only half tables are used for reservations.

Lynnette Steven | Sep 23, 2021
neregr26 | Sep 23, 2021

We didnt make a reservation and it was packed when we got there. Host was super nice and told us that we would be in the waiting list in case someone didnt make it. We waited like 30min but sooooo worth it!

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Are you open for dine in at the moment?

Angela C | Sep 23, 2021
Phil Arquette | Sep 23, 2021

No, they are doing carryout only

Does the pot pie cone with sausage

Bobby Rivera | Sep 23, 2021
Kevin Davis | Sep 23, 2021

Meat sauce or meatless. Also have an option to add mushrooms

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Do they ship their frozen pot pie

Jimmy Kane | Sep 23, 2020
Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company | Sep 23, 2020

Thank you for your inquiry. We do not ship our frozen pizza pot pies, but all our menu items are available curbside pickup.

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Do they ship to the suburbs?

Edward Rubio | Sep 23, 2020
Liana Davila | Sep 23, 2020

I don't think so.

can I have them shipped to Arizona?

Missy H | Sep 23, 2020
Paul Xumsai | Sep 23, 2020

They sell frozen pizza, so give them a call.

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Is the cheese kosher?

Amin Baqui | Sep 23, 2020
Pedro Arocha | Sep 23, 2020

No indication about it.

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Are reservations accepted

Joanne Prorok | Sep 23, 2020
Garrett Fritz | Sep 23, 2020

No

Does anyone know what chocolates they bring with the bill?

Adriana Macias | Sep 23, 2020
Doug Brown | Sep 23, 2020

white or dark, take your pick, but I think it's more like luck of the draw

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Can this establishment accommodate an 8 people party?

Office Old Oak CC | Sep 23, 2020
Doug Brown | Sep 23, 2020

Yes, but you are going to wait a long time unless you're there and in position before they open.

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Do they ship out of state??

tracy cristia | Sep 23, 2020
tracy cristia | Sep 23, 2020

I'm in Florida. We've had Giordano's shipped before. 🤔

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Do they have a to to menu

Kim Neely | Sep 23, 2020
Doug Brown | Sep 23, 2020

Absolutely not, this is a classy place.

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i'll go to you next week. 1.what does Oven grinder mean? 2.Does a pound pizza pot pie mean the amount of all the ingredients(cheese,dough,sauce,mushroom etc) in the pot pie?

wally park | Sep 24, 2019
Arthur Taylor | Sep 24, 2019

1. A grinder is another word for a sub/hoagie/hero/etc. The oven signifies that they bake theirs. They're super good! 2. The pizza pot pie refers to the unique preparation. Instead of on the bottom, the crust is put on top, like a pot pie, before it gets baked. The cheese, sauce, and other items are in a ramekin already. It's amazingly delicious!

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Does the train run anywhere close?

jim palmer | Sep 24, 2019
Arthur Taylor | Sep 24, 2019

The closest train lines appear to be red, purple & brown. Closest stops look to be Armitage (purple/brown only), Fullerton, or, Sedgwick (also purple/brown only). Sedgwick shows the shortest walk at 17 minutes. It looks like the Stockton & Dickens stop is the closest bus stop. Google says it's a three minute walk from there. Short answer: yes.

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can you bring your own alcohol?

A Google User | Sep 24, 2019
Neal Boismenue | Sep 24, 2019

No. They have a full service bar

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Is there parking near by and how much?

Angela Burton | Sep 24, 2019
Arthur Taylor | Sep 24, 2019

Depending on when you go, it's hit or miss. I was just there last week, and I got street parking a block away. Meter rates were $2 per hour with a 3 hour maximum.

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Can i get job there I from India. I'm chef

Karan Kumr | Sep 24, 2019
Brad Konkle | Sep 24, 2019

That's up to the management

Every time I come her. An hour and half wait I'm told. Is this command.? It is 2:30

Jennifer Martin | Sep 24, 2019
Tom H | Sep 24, 2019

Yep. Weekdays mid-afternoon might be less than an hour (45 minutes) but we've always had a lengthy wait.

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Do they deliver?

jamal booth | Sep 24, 2019
Cheewasri Boonchukusol | Sep 24, 2019

No

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Is there a no onion sauce ?

Jennifer Torres | Sep 24, 2019
Rocio Tobias | Sep 24, 2019

They only have the 2 sauces to pick from for your pizza. It's either the meat sauce or the vegetarian sauce.

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Looking to host a business dinner for 12 people (a few are from Germany) traveling from a business in Naperville, IL on Wednesday, April 17th at 6pm. Do you take reservations for business functions?

A Google User | Sep 24, 2019
Anjelo Ortiz | Sep 24, 2019

I don't think this place will be good enough. They don't accept reservations and it's small.

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Is the pizza pot pie only topping MUSHROOMS or are there other options (sausage, pepperoni etc.)?

A Google User | Sep 24, 2019
Dylan H | Sep 24, 2019

Here's how ordering goes down: Half pound or full pound White or wheat Meat sauce or no meat sauce Mushroom or no mushroom That is it!

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can I purchase the bowls used to make the pizza?

Winford Williams | Sep 24, 2019
Rosencrantz Thunderbraid | Sep 24, 2019

No

Does this place have a kids menu or any items for children other than the standard menu?

TIMOTHY STEELE | Sep 24, 2019
Shauna Santare | Sep 24, 2019

Our 3 year old ate the bread.... and snacks we brought. She probably would have tried the pizza if we were willing to share.

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Do they take reservations?

Mara Bucaro | Sep 24, 2019
Micah Arnold | Sep 24, 2019

No and they are cash only

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Is Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company wheel chair accessible?

Deanna Nesci | Sep 24, 2019
Chris Schwab | Sep 24, 2019

Not from an ADA perspective, no.

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Is there free parking close by?

Shawn Tell | Sep 24, 2019
Jon Banks | Sep 24, 2019

Street parking only, but the spots are not metered.

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Do they take reservations?

Katy Johnson | Sep 24, 2019
SMK Associates LLC | Sep 24, 2019

Nope be there when they open or wait is usually 1 to 2 hrs

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Does this place have a parking lot for customers or is it street parking?

Ray Hornkohl | Sep 24, 2019
Ms. Niecy922 | Sep 24, 2019

Street parking

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Is there valet parking?

Angel G | Sep 24, 2019
Oscar Ruiz | Sep 24, 2019

Yes, $12

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Does it take long to get a table?

Deontae Waters | Sep 24, 2019
Tom Hedlin | Sep 24, 2019

Depends on the time. Five of us walked in at 4:30 on a Wednesday afternoon and got a table right away.

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Can I bring my own bottle of wine and pay a corking fee?

Melissa Schwarz | Sep 24, 2019
Nadda Onkananuwonk | Sep 24, 2019

I don't think you can, but i would definitely call and ask first.

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How long is the wait for food after you've been seated?

Christina Gonzalez | Sep 24, 2019
Robert Zino | Sep 24, 2019

The pizzas took about 30 min. Apps and other food no longer than 15.

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Do you sell pizza by slice?

Amir Abedian | Sep 24, 2018
Consuelo Aguirre | Sep 24, 2018

No is like a pie upside down

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What is your payment policy?

Julie Maurer | Sep 24, 2018
Douglas Finney | Sep 24, 2018

Cash only; ATM is on premises

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Is there an inside bar ?

Steve Moran | Sep 24, 2018
Franklin Snow | Sep 24, 2018

Yes

Is there parking?

Carlos Alaniz | Sep 24, 2018
Richard Dufford | Sep 24, 2018

We uber pretty easy

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Can you make reservations?

Jah Luv | Sep 24, 2018
joseph Herron | Sep 24, 2018

No reservations but worth the wait

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How is the parking

Linda Myles | Sep 24, 2018
Kevin Dennis | Sep 24, 2018

Be prepared to pay for valet

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What are the best parking options in the area? (Driving in from burbs)

Jon Reus | Sep 24, 2018
Roxanne Jenkins | Sep 24, 2018

Uber

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Does The Oven Grinder have a meatless sauce for people that request it?

Mary Greenwood | Sep 24, 2018
Fran Gilbert | Sep 24, 2018

Can you get the sauce made without garlic? I have an allergy

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Have yo make a reservation?

Pilar Aparicio | Sep 24, 2018
Julie Oziemkowski | Sep 24, 2018

They do not accept reservations. There is a wait, but it is worth it! We like to go to lunch on the weekends. It is less crowded and a shorter wait, especially if you arrive when they open.

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Are they anywhere near the down town area

Courtney Jackson-Spates | Sep 24, 2018
scott field | Sep 24, 2018

near lincoln park across from st Valentine's massacre site

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Can you make reservations?

Anita Andrews | Sep 24, 2018
S Downes | Sep 24, 2018

No

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Do they have a pepperoni pizza pot pie?

Kyle Schumacher | Sep 24, 2018
Janelle Klemann | Sep 24, 2018

Nope. Just sausage or vegetarian, and an option to add mushrooms.

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Do they have pepperoni pizza pot pies?

Kyle Schumacher | Sep 24, 2018
Sneha B | Sep 24, 2018

No

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Do they do carryouts

Tracia Kimble | Sep 24, 2018
Chris Nordstrom | Sep 24, 2018

Yes

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can you get gift cards & how?

patricia mann | Sep 24, 2018
Maggie Krawczyk | Sep 24, 2018

No, but you can get frozen pies to go 😊 they last a long time in the freezer!

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How is the parking situation we are coming from Buffalo Grove just for the pizza pot pie!!

Jessica Cihlar | Sep 24, 2018
Sheri McDonald | Sep 24, 2018

They have valet. I think its $10. Worth it as it's not always easy finding parking

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What is the parking like? My husband and I are coming from Buffalo Grove especially to try your pizza pot pie!!

Jessica Cihlar | Sep 24, 2018
Leonor Quezada | Sep 24, 2018

Valet Parking. Or get there early to find street parking and pay the meters.

I heard they're closing permanently? Say it's not true.

Amaya Saldana | Sep 24, 2018
Javier M | Sep 24, 2018

Still open when i was there early this month. Hope it's open for long time to come

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Is this a byob policy spot?

Alex Davila | Sep 24, 2018
Davina Jackson | Sep 24, 2018

No, they have a full bar.

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anything glueten free ?

Jack VanWitz | Sep 24, 2018
Cb Pekala | Sep 24, 2018

i believe they offer a gluten free version

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My son brought 3 pies to Florida (frozen}. What is the best way to heat them, after thawing.?

Bill McLin | Sep 24, 2018
Joseph Franzese | Sep 24, 2018

Do not thaw set oven temp at 350 place on center rack for 40 to 45 minutes for 1lb, 30 to 35 minutes for half lb.

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Can you order the pot pie without the mushrooms?

Theresa Butterfield | Sep 24, 2018
Dan Wills | Sep 24, 2018

Yes they are optional

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Is it very handicapped friendly? I'm guessing no.

Carol Geary | Sep 24, 2018
Dan Wills | Sep 24, 2018

Not really, always crowded and very narrow. Also restroom in rear and hard to get to.

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Can we order pizza pot pie and have it send it to Florida

Clifford Moore | Sep 24, 2018
ashley fletcher | Sep 24, 2018

I doubt it

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Can we make reservations?

Esmeralda Zamora | Sep 24, 2018
Dan Wills | Sep 24, 2018

No reservations or credit cards. Best time to go is early

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What is the cost of a pizza pot pie?

Lawrence Paraday | Sep 24, 2018
Richard Santos | Sep 24, 2018

15 for small 1/2 lb or 25 for large 1lb

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Can you order customized pizza pot pies?

Ongo Goblogian | Sep 24, 2018
Luther saulsberry | Sep 24, 2018

No you cannot.

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do they take reservations

Rick Kazee | Sep 24, 2018
Torie Turner | Sep 24, 2018

No

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Will you be opening today?

Maribel Gonzalez | Sep 24, 2018
AdrianaMaria Engebretson | Sep 24, 2018

They are open every day

How much is the vallet parking?

Juliana Wuo Lopes Terra | Sep 24, 2018
Satya M | Sep 24, 2018

$15 for 4hrs

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Do they take reservations

kellie powell | Sep 24, 2018
Kevin Chun | Sep 24, 2018

No reservations

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Is there take out???

Jason Pierson | Sep 24, 2017
Brian Jones | Sep 24, 2017

Yes

Do they deliver?

Susan Barrish | Sep 24, 2017
Robert Garnett | Sep 24, 2017

Nope

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Is parking possible anywhere around?

Kirby Green | Sep 24, 2017
Adriana Dougherty | Sep 24, 2017

Valet or paid parking - hard to find, but doable.

Is there an ATM on the premises or nearby?

A Google User | Sep 24, 2017
Robert Garnett | Sep 24, 2017

Yes they have an ATM machine inside

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