Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria announced that its South Loop location has completed an expansion designed to elevate the guest experience. Located at 805 S. State Street, the restaurant has expanded by approximately 2,400 square feet, bringing the location to nearly 8,400+ square feet overall. The expansion was completed while the restaurant continued regular operations. The updated space […]
In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4 to May 8, 2026, Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria is inviting communities across Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana and Arizona to nominate outstanding educators who make a meaningful difference in their students’ lives. One teacher will be awarded a year of free Lou Malnati’s pizza, along with a classroom pizza party to celebrate their […]
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria is celebrating a major milestone on March 17 as it reaches its 55th anniversary. Founded in 1971 in Lincolnwood, Illinois, the pizzeria has grown from a single neighborhood restaurant into more than 70 locations across Chicagoland, Wisconsin, and Arizona. Throughout its history, Lou Malnati’s has remained committed to bringing people together over handmade […]
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria has signed a lease in St. Charles, marking its 61st location in the Chicagoland area. The iconic Chicago pizzeria will occupy a former restaurant space in the outlot of the new Fox Haven Square development, located near the northeast corner of Kirk Road and East Main Street. The new restaurant, at 3050 E. […]
A beloved Lou Malnati’s tradition returns this February, as the deep-dish pizzeria’s fan-favorite heart-shaped pizzas make their annual comeback February 1, alongside heart-shaped desserts for the first time. This year, the pizzeria is donating $1 for every heart-shaped pizza sold at its restaurants to benefit Make-A-Wish chapters in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Arizona, the states where […]
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria is rolling out an expanded holiday strategy designed to drive rewards program growth and increase guest frequency during the holiday season. Headlining the initiative is “12 Days of Lou’s,” a loyalty campaign running December 3-14 that offers exclusive daily rewards to members. The pizzeria is also launching its first branded holiday merchandise collection, […]