Located in Rogers park, Candlelite has been Chicago’s number one stop for thin crust pizzas since 1950.
Whether it be the classic margherita pizza, our Candlelite White pizza, or one that you build from the ground up, we try to bring the best of Chicago into our thin-crust pizzas. Plus, we want to make every time you dine a different experience.
That’s why any and every day you come in, we’ll have a unique special going on! It can be anything from half off wine to buy one, get one pizza to even a free draft with your Signature Candlelite Burger! When you come to Candlelite, you’ll find yourself surrounded by family and friends while enjoying your favorite locally crafted beer paired with the perfect meal. And if you can’t make it to us,
Casual, spacious sports bar & restaurant serving thin-crust pizzas, burgers & pub fare. Based on 634 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
7452 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
Phone: (773) 465-0087
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Hours
| Sunday |
11 AM–11 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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5–11 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
5–11 PM |
| Wednesday |
5 PM–1 AM |
| Thursday |
5 PM–1 AM |
| Friday |
4 PM–1 AM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–1 AM |
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Reviews
Frank Arev
4.5/5.0
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Deborah Perez
A true gem in Rogers park! We had a thin crust pizza, onion rings and a couple cocktails and nothing disappointed! The service and food were both top tier, definitely check it out!
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Keith Thompson
Great, fun neighborhood place. There’s always a birthday party or something happening there. Great thin crust pizza. That’s all I’ve tried. Friendly service. Last time we were there, an employee was juggling on the sidewalk! He was very good!
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Crystal Powell
We went to Candlelite after walking out of a kinda grungy sports bar down the street. They have been in this spot at least 50 years and it’s been freshened up and it’s beautiful. The food and drinks were exceptional. The waitstaff were perfect. We watched the NBA final perfect evening. Kid friendly great vibe. Definitely will be back
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Tom K
Flaming Italian beef (with giardenera peppers) was my favorite. The crust is thin, though not the finest I’ve had. Sausage and pepper was deec.
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Blake Rotti
I really enjoyed this place quite a bit, the food was pretty okay, a little on the pricey side but the ambience was really good, they have a lot of tvs everywhere that are always playing sports and their pizza was pretty good, I think that’s their specialty, pizza. They sell mostly American food here like burgers, pizza of course, wings ,and they do have a pretty good selection of salads. It’s a nice place to stop by with a friend, specially if you like watching sports. When we came here on a weekday it was pretty busy, so not sure how busy it really gets on the weekends.
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SPH
The thin crust is legit! High quality and loaded toppings. The pizza trays have dimpled bottoms to prop up the pizza and let air flow so it does t get soggy, great touch.
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Emlyn D. Thomas
Fantastic “old school” Chicago tavern style thin crust pizza in Rogers Park.
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james wilson
Wow, first time here tonight and out of the park! The best homemade salsa you will ever have! All the dishes looked incredible. Roasted red peppers with my chicken quesadilla! You just don’t find that anywhere. Great service, great atmosphere. I’ll definitely be back. I am a new regular!
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Susanne Gillette
I live this place. We go here every week after pickleball, and the owner is such a funny and nice guy. Brad, the bartender usually waits on us, and we look forward to seeing him each week. The food and libations are great! Highly recommend this neighborhood hang.
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