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Outdoor Dining Available at Select Lou Malnati’s Locations!

The safety of our team and our customers remains our number one priority. For the those who do not feel safe dining indoor, we are proud to offer outdoor dining at select Illinois Lou Malnati’s locations:

Chicago Suburbs: Elk Grove Village, Evanston, Lakewood, Naperville, Schaumburg, and Tinley Park

City of Chicago: Gold Coast, Lincoln Square, West Loop, Lincoln Park, and River North.

For more information about the steps are taking to ensure everyone’s safety, please check out our blog post!

LOU MALNATI’S IS LOOKING FOR DEDICATED, HARDWORKING INDIVIDUALS TO JOIN OUR BROOKFIELD TEAM!

Our second location in Wisconsin, and first full-service restaurant, will open in Brookfield in just a few weeks at 15795 W Bluemound Road. If you want to join our team, we invite you to attend one of our upcoming hiring events to apply in person!

When / Where?

• Friday, July 24th, 12-6pm at the Lou Malnati’s Kiosk at Brookfield Square Mall, 95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005
• Saturday, July 25th, 12-6pm at the Lou Malnati’s Kiosk at Brookfield Square Mall, 95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005
• Sunday, July 26th, 12-6pm at the Lou Malnati’s Kiosk at Brookfield Square Mall, 95 N Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005
• Monday, July 27th, 12-6pm at Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria Restaurant at 15795 W Bluemound Road, Brookfield, WI 53005

Open Positions at Lou Malnati’s Brookfield:

• Bartenders
• Bussers
• Cashiers
• Delivery Drivers
• Dishwashers
• Hosts
• Kitchen Crew
• Kitchen Supervisor
• Phone Staff
• Servers
• Restaurant Manager

Interested in coming? Here’s what you need to know:

• Applicants are asked to bring a mask
• Proof of authorization to work in the United States
• A resume, if applicable

WALK-INS ARE WELCOME!

Questions? Call our Hiring Line – (847) 313-4949 (se habla español)

If you are unable to attend any of our hiring events…

• Apply online
• Send us an email at [email protected]
• Call our Hiring Line – (847) 313-4949 (se habla español)

Fire up the grill and head to the backyard for your next pizza night!

We’ve teamed up with our friends at Weber Grills to show you just how easy it is to grill a frozen Lou Malnati’s deep dish pizza.

When the grilling experts and the pizza experts get together, you know the results are going to be exceptionally delicious!

Watch as Weber Head Grill Master, Kevin Kolman, shows you step by step how to grill a Lou Malnati’s deep dish pizza.

How to Grill a Frozen Lou Malnati’s Deep Dish Pizza on a Gas Grill

1. Prepare the grill for indirect cooking over medium heat at 375-400° and preheat on high for 10-15 minutes. The outside burners should be on medium to medium low and the inside burner(s) should be off.
2. Place pizzas on the center of the grill, close the lid, and cook for 40-45 minutes for cheese pizzas, or 50-55 minutes for sausage or pepperoni pizzas. Be sure to set a timer!
3. Use a thermometer to check for a temperature of at least 165° with a nicely browned crust and some gooey cheese.
4. If pizza is not done, close the lid, set a timer for 5 minutes, then check again.

To grill your pizza on a charcoal grill, using ¾ of a chimney, preheat your grill by placing the charcoal evenly around the outside of the charcoal grate in a complete circle. You’ll be targeting temps at 375-400°. The dampers should be set to about half way open. Place pizza in the center of the grate and use same cooking times as above.

To grill your pizza on a pellet grill, set your Weber SmokeFire up to be anywhere between 375-400° for 10-15 minutes. Place pizza on the top rack, directly in the center of the grill and use same cooking times as above.

Cooking a half-baked pizza from your local Lou’s?

Use the same instructions as above, but cook pizzas for 20-25 minutes, again checking for a temperature of at least 165°.

Ready to give it a try?

Order a half-baked pizza online from your local Lou’s or ship frozen Lou Malnati’s deep dish pizzas nationwide at TastesOfChicago.com!

Let us know what you think! Tag your grilled pizza pics on social with #LousxWeber for the chance to be featured on our pages!

At Lou’s, all of our pizzas are handmade from scratch using only the freshest ingredients! 

There are so many ways to enjoy a pizza from Lou’s and we’re committed to making YOUR pizza, YOUR way. Like our sausage but want easy sausage on your deep dish? No problem! Half spinach and half pepperoni? Done! Extra cheese? You got it!

Hungry yet?

The safety of our team and our customers remains our number one priority as we open dining rooms at all locations.

Here are just a few of the steps we’re taking to ensure everyone’s safety:

Social Distancing

Dining room capacity is reduced to allow for proper social distancing. Tables have been moved and removed, some booths have been blocked, and bar seating has been removed. Maximum table occupancy is 6 people.

Health Checks

We perform daily health checks as employees arrive for their shifts.

Cleanliness Standards

We are practicing enhanced cleaning protocols including frequently disinfecting all surfaces, proper and frequent hand washing, glove usage, and we are requiring masks for all employees.

Single-Use Items

Single-use paper menus will be provided to every guest. Shared condiments have been removed from all tables, instead, single-use packets of red pepper, parmesan, etc. can be provided upon request.

Limited Contact

Your server will ask if you would like your pizza and salad to be served, or if you prefer to do it yourself. After your meal, your server will ask if you would like your leftovers to be wrapped, or if you prefer to do it yourself.

Curbside pick-up and no-contact delivery will remain available for our customers.

We look forward to serving you and your family soon!

If you have additional questions about our efforts to safely serve our customers, please contact us.

We know you have a full plate (and we’re not talking about a plate full of deep dish).

From E-learning, to meal planning, to juggling work and childcare, Moms do it all and so much more. Join us in thanking our everyday heroes, aka “Moms”, for all they do to keep our families safe and loved unconditionally.