text: First let us correct a slight misconception This is not exactly Chicagostyle pizza Although it may not seem possible to those whose conception of pizza centers on the east coast or California styles Papa Dels thick crust is noticeably doughier thicker heavier and more casserolelike than anything being served at a classic Chicagostyle pizza place Our of respect for pizza aficionados I have to note that there is a slight difference in kind not degree between what Giordanos serves and what Papa Dels servesnnBut second it is still fantastic pizza It may seem pricey but an piece thick crust pizza can easily serve because the slices are so filling and thick it can feed if you are like me and always have sorority girls on diets hanging out with you The tomato sauce is delicious and perfectlyspiced and with the doughy crust it forms almost a focaccia taste like a real focaccia taste and not what you get at Fridays The meat toppings are the best bacon pepperoni and sausage are all great I would advise against getting onions as they can overpower the rest of the pizza but it is still very very good thickcrust pizza and it is well worth the lengthy waitnnIts not a star because the dinein serviceexperience is poor I strongly strongly recommend getting takeout Also note the calender if it is an Illinois home football or basketball game call minutes in advance and do not try to eatin And the thin crust is lousy