Milly's Pizza in the Pan - West Town

Milly's Pizza in the Pan - West Town is located at 925 N Ashland Ave. Robert Maleski opened Milly’s in 2020, initially operating as a limited-production kitchen before developing it into a restaurant. The name honors his grandmother Emily, who taught him to cook, while the influence of Chicago pan-pizza figure Burt Katz is evident in the deeply caramelized cheese edge.

Milly’s makes only a limited number of pizzas each day and recommends ordering online in advance. The crust is thick yet airy, with a crisp browned cheese perimeter, while toppings mix familiar pizza ingredients with more contemporary combinations. The restaurant says it sources fresh ingredients from local farmers and purveyors.

Dining-room seating is first come, first served and reservations are not accepted. A small number of pizzas may be available for walk-ins, but limited production makes advance ordering the safest approach. Milly’s is a useful stop for diners interested in a modern, small-batch interpretation of Chicago pan pizza.