Authentic Chicago-style pizza, from deep-dish to crispy tavern pies. Plus, killer fries and an old-school burger.
Kaitlyn Rosati reviews Emmett's, a Soho restaurant serving authentic Chicago-style pizza, noting its cozy atmosphere and delicious deep-dish and tavern-style pies.
This spot offers a genuine taste of Chicago with its highly acclaimed deep-dish and tavern-style pizzas. Whether you opt for the hearty deep-dish, which takes about 30-40 minutes to prepare, or the exceptionally crispy tavern pie, you're in for a treat. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for enjoying these Chicago classics.
The restaurant is highly praised for its authentic Chicago-style pizzas, with both deep-dish and thin-crust tavern-style options being popular. While the pizza is the main draw, other items like fries and burgers also receive positive mentions. There's a note that some find the deep-dish pizza to be more of a casserole.
"Customers highly recommend the deep-dish pizza and the thin-crust tavern-style pizza. The fries and burgers are also highlighted as delicious options."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards the restaurant, with many recommending it for its pizza.
Important Note
Delivery quality for the deep-dish pizza can be poor due to its heavy nature. One reviewer noted that the deep-dish pizza might be considered more of a casserole by some.
"In response to a question about tavern pies, this commenter clarifies that while both locations have tavern pies, only the MacDougal location serves deep dish."
Positive"The commenter explains that this location offers deep dish pizza, contrasting it with the Grove Street location which does not."
Positive"This commenter recommends Emmett's for those seeking a Chicago-style pizza fix, highlighting their outstanding bar pies."
Positive"This commenter states that Emmett's is a pizza place with a relaxed atmosphere. They also mention that the "hot papi bar pie" is available at both locations and is highly recommended."
Positive"This commenter speculates that the original Emmett's might have been one of the smallest restaurants."
Neutral"This user reiterates that Emmett's is unbeatable and excels in all aspects, suggesting it might be the only Chicago place in NYC offering pizza as well."
Positive"This user learned about Emmett's and is eager to try it, having been craving a Chicago-style beef sandwich."
Neutral"This user highly recommends Emmett's in SoHo for both their excellent Italian beef and their pizza, available in both thin and deep dish styles."
Positive"Emmett's is considered the only option for deep dish and has a good overall menu, but its deep dish pizza is rated as only slightly above mediocre."
Neutral"The user acknowledges the recommendation for Emmett's tavern-style pizza."
Neutral"The user acknowledges the information provided about Emmett's."
Neutral"Emmett's is recommended for its tavern-style thin crust pizza, which is described as the type actual Chicagoans typically eat."
Positive"Emmett's is noted as the only deep dish pizza place that comes to mind in NYC, prompting the user to wonder why popular Chicago chains haven't expanded there."
Neutral"The user, while loving deep dish pizza in general, states that Emmett's specifically does not meet their expectations."
Negative"Emmett's is believed to be the only option for deep dish in NYC; it is considered decent and legitimate Chicago-style pizza."
Neutral"The user expresses strong positive anticipation to try Emmett's, given its popularity."
Positive"The user highly recommends trying Emmett's soon, sharing a positive first-time experience and plans to return."
Positive"The user expresses thanks for the recommendation of Emmett's."
Neutral"The user acknowledges the information about potential delivery issues with Emmett's."
Neutral"While the user really likes Emmett's pizza, particularly from the MacDougal location, they caution that delivery quality is often poor due to the pizza's heavy nature."
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