Deep Dish Cooking Class at Pizzeria Uno in Chicago

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Chicago, USA

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

While there are lots of spots across the city where you can try some Chicago deep dish pizza, not many culinary experiences teach you how to make authentic pizzas for yourself before tucking in and enjoying your creations. In this private cooking class, head to a working kitchen and get equipped with everything you need to create your perfect pizza.

Come hungry, as you’ll enjoy a full meal of salad and pizza
Private class: Ask your instructor as many questions as you like
Easily explore the city after the class from this central location
Great for everyone: Gluten-free and vegan options available

Sample Menu

Main

Individual Deep Dish Pizza

Classic Cheese and Tomato Deep Dish Pizza with choice of toppings.

Main

Garden Salad

Learn how to make Ike's vinaigrette to top your garden salad.

What's Included

Lunch
Soda/Pop

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

619 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
The Original Pizzeria Uno cooking class takes place at Pizzeria Due, our sister location a block away location. Pizzeria Uno is the Birthplace of Deep Dish pizza and you be cooking with the Original Pizzeria Uno.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.6:00 pm

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Richard_M

Lots of fun. Highly recommended as couples or with a group of friends. Included drinks was a nice touch

Reviews

4.3

based on 33 reviews

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Disappointing

Palak_J, Jul 2026

The dough and sauce were already prepared and all that was needed to be done was assemble the pizza. They then take it for baking and bring it back plated. Not worth it.

Deep dish

Michael_S, Jul 2026

Excellent experience!!!! The staff makes the whole experience wonderful a must if you visit Chicago 1

Fun Family Activity

David_A, Jul 2026

This is a great activity for kids on vacation. Good pace, lots of food for lunch or dinner. What would make this a 5 is if they added sausage to menu vs just pepperoni.

Not a cooking class

Jennifer_H, Jul 2026

This was a personal pan pizza assembly experience, not a cooking class. It was incredibly crowded, and we didn't spend any time discussing how to prepare the dough. Might be fun for families with small children, but more as a craft activity.

Basically a build your...

Brooke_G, Jun 2026

Basically a build your own deep dish pizza. They don’t actually teach you but they do give you the recipe for everything to take with you. Overall it was still good and tasty!

Good experience that could have been a great experience.

Evelyn_S, Apr 2026

The class was fun but not really what I expected. A tad pricey for a personal pizza (with veggies or pepperoni) and a glass of wine or a beer. It would have cost less to just dine in. The dough was pre-made, although a recipe was included. So it's not really a pizza "making" class but rather a pizza assembling class. Perhaps offer one class where dough can be made and allowed to ferment for use in the next class, just a suggestion. And allow participants to choose which class they'd like to take. I would have enjoyed a more hands-on experience better and maybe paid a little more. The toppings included veggies and pepperoni so don't expect to assemble a sausage pizza. That won't happen. The reason given was the Board of Health does not allow participants to handle raw pork. Not certain why since any food item can be handled safely - even pork. And gloves are provided. Even if this is true, it should not prevent staff from providing pre-formed, refrigerated pork patties for those who prefer sausage pizza. The Board of Health probably frowns on pork sitting out at room temp as the other ingredients were. Overall, it was still an enjoyable event and I'm happy to have had the experience.

Nice solo experience

TV_W, Oct 2025

I wasn't expecting much interaction with others at my table, but they were cool. Thete were two long rows of tables, so you got up close and personal. Disposable gloves were provided for everyone as food items, with the exception of personal pan dough, were presented family-style. The leaders gave a brief overview of how the restaurants got started and then talked us through the pizza making process. Overall, I had a great time!

The experience was really...

Kirby_M, Aug 2025

The experience was really tasty. Went with my cousin a picky eater - he loved it. Best pizza he ever made.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

So glad you enjoyed the class. As we like to say "If you don't like your meal, complain to the chef" :) Thanks for coming out!

Fun experience to get a “taste” of pizza making.

Heather_R, Aug 2025

Not a true pizza making experience. They start you off with a ball of dough in a deep dish pan that’s already been oiled. They do walk you through the steps of how the dough was prepared but this took some of the cooking experience away for me. Your task is to simply spread the dough and then add cheese, sauce, and toppings. The space was ok (two long tables in a separate space from the restaurant dining room). There was one couple who’s showed up and got shoved at a table crammed in between. Seems they still have an issue with overbooking. The servers were helpful and attentive and brought us our drinks quickly. Overall, a fun experience and the pizza tasted great!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thanks so much for the feedback. We make it as close to a full pizza making experience that you can have. The dough needs to proof to cook properly, so we cannot have you make the dough and use that same dough. The dough ball is to ensure that you get a great pizza eating experience. As for the class size, we plan for certain attendance, but at times people just show up and we don't want to turn people away. Again, we always appreciate the feedback. Glad you enjoyed otherwise!

Great Solo Activity

Garrett_F, Mar 2025

LOVED. This experience was set up well, our guide was knowledgeable and funny, and the food was great. Could not ask for more. I went solo to this and highly recommend as an activity for solo travelers looking for something to do in the evening.

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Thanks so much for the positive feedback. We work hard to provide an educational and fun experience - all over a great meal. So glad you enjoyed it.

Don’t do this

Susannah_N, Dec 2024

Awful experience. Walked in and they over booked the event so we were placed at a table next to a big group eating that wasn’t doing the cooking class. We weren’t able to hear the instructions and had to ask multiple times for water. It’s all a cash grab and the instructor wasn’t able to answer any questions.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

So sorry for your experience. The classes can be quite popular and can get crowded. Looks like we could have done a better job at hosting you. We always appreciate feedback so that we can provide an amazing experience.

Great with friends

Richard_M, Nov 2024

Lots of fun. Highly recommended as couples or with a group of friends. Included drinks was a nice touch

Response from Host, Jan 2025

So glad you enjoyed the experience. We love hosting the cooking classes!

Dope

Jon_H, Sep 2024

This was a great class. They provide you all the information needed to create your own dish pizza. I will do this tour again when I return.

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Thanks so much for joining us for our Deep Dish Cooking Class. We are thrilled that you enjoyed yourself in our educational and entertaining experience - and that you you got to enjoy the pizza that you created. Hopefully we will see you again!