Tommy Chicago’s is a new addition to “The Village” in Mendota Heights off of Highway 110 not far from Interstate 35E. Tommy Chicago’s is formerly “Windy City Pizza” based out of Seattle.
Design and branding done by Shea, the interior is roomy with high ceilings and a lot of room between tables. I visited twice recently, once on a busy weekday evening with a number of families and sports on the big screens and another time on a Sunday for lunch where the TVs were muted and new age music filled the space.
Both times we ordered the Chicago Style Deep Dish with pepperoni. The slices are thick with the sauce mostly on top, just as Chicago-style should be. On my first visit, I felt there was a lot more cheese than sauce and the crust was like a puffy, doughy breadstick that was just a bit undercooked. I wasn’t thrilled and it caused me to come back the second time to give it another shot. On the second go-around there was significantly more sauce than cheese. While the sauce itself is tasty, a little chunky and a bit spicy, it was a bit much for my tastes. It felt cooked better but this is the kind of pizza that is quickly filling and sits with you for awhile. While I don’t think this pizza lives up to the original style made famous by Pizzeria Uno and Gino’s East in Chicago it is surely a contender, especially in a place like Minnesota where Chicago-style is generally lacking in availability.
That being said, most diners at Tommy Chicago’s were not eating Chicago-style pizza and I have yet to give their other styles a shot.
Service overall is pleasant and their beer selection is good. They also allow bringing your own bottle of wine in for a $8 corking fee which is convenient considering and there’s a wine shop across the parking lot. If you’re in the area, give Tommy Chicago’s a shot.
Tommy Chicago’s
730 Main Street
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
651-209-7701
Comments 2
This review is a little off base. I’ve had Chicago style from all over this country, including Chicago, and this (Tommy’s) is fantastic.
I will admit, that the crust in the “stuffed” pizza is a little doughy but for any pizza that actually uses whole roasted garlic and not minced gets my vote.
This is not MN pizza so be prepared for real spices, real cheese that doesn’t turn into a helmet after 10 min. A variety of sauces that will leave wanting more.
When was the last time you had lunch for under $5.00? Tommy’s has a variety of lunch options from 2 slice and soda for under 5, buffet, full menu, and take out.
If you know good pizza, you will love Tommy’s!
Posted 11 Nov 2008 at 13:25 ¶We’ve eaten there several times. I usually prefer thin crust pizza but Tommy’s thick crust Chicago style pizza is great. They also have a great selection of beers. It is a very nice addition to Mendota Heights.
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