A Chicago classic, this pizzeria near the Mag Mile is as beloved among tourists as locals.

Parmesan and crushed red pepper shakers top red- and-white checked, vinyl-clothed tables at this ultra-casual, tile-floored pizzeria with hauntingly good, relentlessly filling deep-dish pies. Thin-crust pizzas are popular among lighter eaters, topped with sausage, mushrooms and even shrimp. Italian beef, sausage or combo sandwiches continue the Windy City theme, while spaghetti and meatballs, fettuccine Alfredo and eggplant Parmesan offer a bit of a diversion. Sweets, not surprisingly, run to cannoli, cheesecake and tiramisu.