Opening hours
Closed · opens Wednesday 11:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Chicago: 9:44 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (312) 877-1907 to confirm.
Location & directions
1374 West Grand AvenueChicago, IL 60642
About Professor Pizza
Professor Pizza is a pizza restaurant located at 1374 West Grand Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. It is one of 5,398 places to eat and drink we list in Chicago.
Professor Pizza is open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday).
Available service options are takeout, delivery, and dine-in.
Phone: (312) 877-1907.
Quick facts
- Category
- Pizza Restaurant
- Address
- 1374 West Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642
- Phone
- (312) 877-1907
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for pizza restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Professor Pizza’s weekday schedule with 101 other pizza restaurants in Chicago. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 11:00 PM).
In total it is open about 48 hours a week, 40 hours fewer than the local median of 88. 99% of pizza restaurants in Chicago open on Sundays, and Professor Pizza is one of them.
Compared with 101 other pizza restaurants in Chicago that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for pizza restaurants in Illinois
Based on 85 menus with 6,067 priced items from pizza restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $13.40, and half of all items are priced between $7.99 and $21.00.
We don’t have Professor Pizza’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what pizza restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Garlic Bread | 45% | $4.25 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 40% | $9.45 |
| Onion Rings | 34% | $7.99 |
| Italian Beef | 31% | $10.95 |
| Breaded Mushrooms | 29% | $8.00 |
| French Fries | 29% | $3.95 |
| Caesar Salad | 29% | $10.29 |
| Spaghetti | 28% | $11.99 |
Calculated from 85 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Professor Pizza there are 98 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 398 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (68), Cafes & Coffee (47), Bakeries & Desserts (31), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (28).
Competition is strong: 25 other pizza restaurants are within a mile and 114 within three miles. The closest is Coalfire, 0.1 mi away.
153 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodBurger Baron< 0.1 mi
- Breakfast & BrunchThe Breakfast Club And Grill0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsThe Irish Nobleman0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeStarbucks0.2 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisVinnie’s Sub Shop0.2 mi
What to expect at a pizza restaurant
Pizza is one of America’s most popular meals and comes in strongly regional styles: thin, foldable New York slices; deep-dish and tavern-style thin crust in Chicago; square, crispy-edged Detroit pies; coal-fired New Haven “apizza”; and Neapolitan pies baked in a wood-fired oven in about 90 seconds. Most pizzerias offer dine-in, takeout and delivery, and many sell by the slice.
What to order
- Plain cheese or margherita – the simplest way to judge crust, sauce and cheese
- A house specialty pie – usually the combination the owners are proudest of
- Garlic knots – a cheap, shareable East Coast staple
- Wings – many pizzerias double as wing spots
Good to know
- Calling the restaurant directly for delivery or pickup often costs less than ordering through a third-party app.
- Large pies are usually the best value per slice; leftovers reheat well in a dry skillet.
- Friday and Saturday evenings are the busiest delivery nights – order early or expect longer waits.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Professor Pizza's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Is Professor Pizza open on Sunday?
Yes, Professor Pizza is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Professor Pizza located?
Professor Pizza is located at 1374 West Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642.
What is the phone number of Professor Pizza?
You can call Professor Pizza at (312) 877-1907.
Does Professor Pizza offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Professor Pizza offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout, delivery, and dine-in.
Is Professor Pizza open late?
No, Professor Pizza usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Professor Pizza?
There are 398 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Professor Pizza. Nearby options include Burger Baron (< 0.1 mi), The Breakfast Club And Grill (0.1 mi), and The Irish Nobleman (0.1 mi).
Are there other pizza restaurants near Professor Pizza?
25 other pizza restaurants within a mile. The closest is Coalfire, 0.1 mi away.
How much do pizza restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 85 menus with 6,067 priced items from pizza restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $13.40, and half of all items are priced between $7.99 and $21.00.
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