Yesterday, Choose Chicago, in partnership with more than 25 local pizza spots, announced the launch of the Chicago Pizza Pass, a new digital experience produced by Choose Chicago that invites locals and visitors alike to taste their way through one of the most iconic pizza destinations in the world. This new program will encourage exploration of Chicago's pizza scene by giving pass holders access to exclusive discounts and deals at participating restaurants as well as the opportunity to win special prizes. For just $15, pizza fans can sign up today at chipizzapass.com and get access to deals until the end of the year – no apps or downloads required.  

“From our legendary deep-dish pies to locally loved tavern style and beyond, Chicago is proud to have the best pizza in the country,” said Jordan Engerman, Choose Chicago Vice President of Partnerships. “Whether you're discovering new favorites, revisiting the classics, or chasing the perfect slice, the Chicago Pizza Pass produced by Choose Chicago is the perfect way to explore everything Chicago's pizza scene has to offer.” 

Chicago's pizza legacy spans more than a century—from the birth of deep-dish in the 1940s, to the crisp, square-cut tavern-style pies served in neighborhood joints across the South and West Sides, to the new wave of Neapolitan, Detroit-style, and artisan slices that reflect the city's ever-evolving food scene. The Chicago Pizza Pass produced by Choose Chicago celebrates this delicious history—and the proud, passionate pizza makers behind it—with exclusive discounts, special offers, and prizes for those hungry to explore the city one slice at a time.

Chicago Pizza Pass holders will have access to deals and discounts that encourage them to explore the participating restaurants, which are located across 16 Chicago neighborhoods. Deals vary by restaurant and range from free slices to discounted pies to buy-one-get-one free deals. The full list of participating restaurants, which includes 27 different locations representing 19 unique eateries, can be found on the Choose Chicago website.

"We are excited to be a part of this initiative with Choose Chicago to shine a light on Chicago's award winning, strong, world class pizza community,” said Robert and Dana Garvey, owners of Robert's Pizza Dough and Kitchen. 

"Lou Malnati's has been part of Chicago's pizza story since 1971, and we're proud to join Choose Chicago in celebrating what makes our city's pizza culture so iconic," said Marc Malnati, owner of Lou Malnati's Pizzeria. "This initiative perfectly captures the spirit of Chicago hospitality with great food, great value and great experiences for everyone."

“For over 50 years, Giordano's has been synonymous with Chicago pizza—the best pizza scene in the world,” said Meghan Parra, Director of Marketing & Public Relations at Giordano's. “We are excited to partner with Choose Chicago and other establishments across the city on this new initiative, which will help more and more people discover everything that Chicago's vibrant and diverse pizza community has to offer.”

In addition to exclusive deals, Chicago Pizza Pass holders can also be entered to win exciting prizes:

• Diners who visit five or more participating restaurants by the end of September 2025 will be entered to win a pizza party for 20 friends at a Chicago Pizza Pass restaurant.

• Diners who visit 10 or more participating restaurants by December 31, 2025 will be entered to win the grand prize: a weekend getaway in Chicago that includes a restaurant gift card, a hotel stay, and more.

Pass holders can also vote for their favorite pizza spots along the way. 

The Chicago Pizza Pass is produced by Choose Chicago and powered by the Bandwango platform. The launch of the Pizza Pass comes after the successful Chicago Brew Pass, which encouraged exploration of more than 30 breweries over the past two years. In total, the program saw over 5,500 total sign-ups for the Brew Pass and over 8,500 check-ins at local breweries. 

The full list of participating restaurants includes the following. To view specific participating locations, for more information, and to purchase the Pizza Pass, visit chipizzapass.com.

• Bartoli's Pizzeria

• Candlelite Chicago Lincoln Park

• Chicago's Pizza

• Connie's Pizza

• Frasca Pizzeria + Wine Bar

• Gino's East

• Giordano's Pizza

• Home Run Inn

• Labriola Ristorante

• Lou Malnati's Pizzeria 

• Nancy's Pizzeria

• Pizano's Pizza and Pasta

• Pizza Matta

• Pizzeria Ora

• Prince St. Pizza

• Professor Pizza

• Robert's Pizza and Dough Company

• Roots

• Williams Inn Pizza & Sports Bar
  

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About Choose Chicago: Choose Chicago is the official destination marketing organization responsible for promoting Chicago as a global tourism and meetings destination—the city that's Never Done and Never Outdone. Choose Chicago leverages the city's unmatched assets to enrich the community by attracting meetings, events, and leisure visitors, helping to attract over 55 million visitors annually and generating $20 billion in economic impact. Follow @choosechicago and tag #neverdonechi on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X/Twitter. For more information, visit choosechicago.com