Forno Mauri — Restaurant in Chicago

This place stole my money. Bill came to $70, I selected the option to tip 20% which the handheld reader said was $16 (it would actually be $14 but thats how these places get you). Whatever maybe they need the $2 more than I do. I checked my credit card statement and they end up charging me $96 total. A $26 tip when I only agreed to 20%. If I cared more I would sue. That all was just the cherry on top. We arrived at about 7:30pm when they weren’t closing until 10, waiter was visibly annoyed he had to take us (place wasn’t busy) and said he “wasn’t expecting” to have to serve us. Underwhelming caprese salad (ingredients were low quality when that is literally what makes the dish) but pizza was delicious. I think we just went on a weird night but be wary of the tip scamming on those handheld card scanners, make sure your total comes out to what...

Authentic Italian pizza. Very flavorful. My only qualm was that they were understaffed, and while our server was very friendly, he and the other server were running around like it was a crazy busy diner and that’s not the vibe I think Forno Mauri is about. I know it’s not their fault really since they’re understaffed, so I felt bad for them. But, it wasn’t very busy when we went and their running around (while also messing up our order) created a chaotic and anxious environment. Also, it seemed that everyone else dining was very patient and not demanding, so not sure why they felt they had to run for each task. Hopefully they’ll be better staffed soon so it doesn’t mess up the atmosphere since the...

If you're looking for a legit Italian pizza spot in the city, Forno Mauri is the place! Spent about $40 total for a Margherita pizza ($18) and a side of bruschetta ($12), plus a glass of wine. The pizza was thin-crust perfection—crispy on the edges, with fresh mozzarella and the perfect balance of tomato and basil. The bruschetta was fresh and flavorful, with a nice crunch and the perfect amount of garlic. The place has a charming, cozy vibe, and the service was super friendly. If you're in the area and craving authentic Italian pizza, this spot hits the mark. I'll definitely be back...