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06/01/2026
What started as a childhood dream became a goal three years ago.
Back then, it was backyard pizza nights, a pop-up tent, portable pizza ovens, a few folding tables, and a lot of hope. We spent weekends learning, experimenting, making mistakes, and a whole lot of pizzas slowly building we believed in.
That little backyard setup turned into a bigger tent at the markets. Then to a food truck turned into farmers markets, festivals, private events, and catering. And now, we’re building our first brick-and-mortar home in Norwood Park.
As we get closer to opening, we’re looking for the people who want to help write the next chapter with us.
We’re hiring for:
🍕 Cooks
🍽️ Wait Staff
🍸 Bartenders
🧼 Dishwashers
We’re not looking for people to simply fill positions. We’re looking for teammates who take pride in hospitality, work hard, care about great food, and want to help build something special from day one.
If you’ve been following our journey, thank you. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow with a family-run restaurant from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.
📍 6050 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago
📧 [email protected]
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05/16/2026
Getting a restaurant ready to open means no two days look the same…
Today brought us downtown for barstools, paperwork, and checking off a few more boxes.
On the way back, we stopped by our neighbors right down the street for a meatball sub, a cannoli for dessert, and to catch up with friends and get some much needed fuel.
Moments like that remind us why we’re so excited to call Norwood Park home. ❤️🔥
One day closer.
05/13/2026
It’s honestly hard to put into words what it feels like putting up these posters in our windows.
From backyard pizzas, to a tent then food truck at farmers markets and now building a place to call home in Norwood Park.
This journey hasn’t been easy, but every step, every risk, and every sacrifice has led us to here.
And we’re just getting started. 🔥🍕
05/11/2026
Before there was a tent… before there was a truck… before there was a restaurant… there was you.
You are an incredible mom, wife, partner, and the glue that holds it all together. We love you!!
Today we celebrate you and everything you do that most people never see.
Happy Mother’s Day. ❤️
WoodFired
05/05/2026
A double shot of the espresso and a long to-do list.
Ceilings are done.
Walls are next.
Paint is coming.
Little by little it’s coming together.
05/02/2026
Before we create the dust, before the paint and before the pizzas…
Today starts with an early morning bagel run with Anthony, packed like sardines, full of scaffolding, and that Chicago skyline reminding us exactly why we’re doing this.
Today we start cleaning, beginning with the open ceiling.
One step at a time.
05/02/2026
A restaurant slowly becoming home.
Little moments we’ll never forget.
And memories already being made before the doors even open.
Super Grateful.
04/30/2026
Yo Everyone… we did it!!!!
Grateful for how far this has come. Now the real work starts, cue the 80s montage music!!!!
04/23/2026
Closing next week🤞🏼
Then we get to work!!!
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12/19/2025
This week has been all about R&D at home cooking, tasting, and dialing in the classics.
Each dish is being carefully refined with tradition and balance in mind, with one goal consistency, comfort, and flavor in every bite.
🍝🍝🍝🍝
•Linguine alla Puttanesca
•Gnocchi alla Sorrentina
•Penne alla Norma
•Mafaldine (pasta will change) with Bolognese
🍝🍝🍝🍝
12/04/2025
I didn’t get a post up yesterday, but training is officially underway with the team at . I am incredibly grateful to be spending the next three weeks learning the rhythm of the restaurant and working alongside Ewelina, Antonio and the incredible staff.
Sapori will continue to run until December 21. Thank you all for the support, exciting things ahead.
12/02/2025
Getting measurements today for our signage. Every inch brings us closer to opening our doors in Norwood Park.
Thank you for supporting us through every step, we can’t wait to welcome you in.
11/28/2025
If Thanksgiving taught us anything…
it’s that turkey could never be pizza.
11/26/2025
On the day before Thanksgiving, we want to share something we are incredibly thankful for.
This dream started when I was a kid, but I never imagined it would truly become a reality. We began in our backyard with a couple of pop ups, just hoping people would enjoy what we created.
Today, as a family, we are humbled and grateful to announce that we are nearing the end of the process of purchasing a restaurant in the Norwood Park neighborhood at 6050 N Northwest Highway.
None of this would be possible without all of you. Every order, every kind word, every visit to the truck you helped build this dream.
From the backyard…
to the streets…
to a home of our own.
Thank you for believing in us. Thank you for supporting us. Thank you for being part of this journey.
As we head into Thanksgiving, our hearts are full. The next chapter of Forno Pavese is officially underway.
We will keep you all updated along the way!!
11/24/2025
From the streets… to something new.
The fire is just getting started….
🪵🔥🍕🍝🍺🥃
11/24/2025
Baked these at home tonight and realized how much we’ve missed them. Chocolate chip cookies will be returning soon.
10/15/2025
Only TWO weekends left in the market season! 🍂🔥
Come see us before the season ends, this week you can find us:
📍 Sketchbook Brewing Skokie (Thurs 4–9p)
📍 Park Ridge Farmers Market (Sat 7a–1p)
📍 Mount Prospect Farmers Market (Sun 8a–1p)
We’ll be firing up your favorites only a couple more times from the truck this season, hope to see you there 🍕❤️
Let’s finish the season strong, Forno Fam! See you soon 👇
www.fornopavese.com
10/08/2025
📣 Calling All Forno Pavese Fans!
Over the years, you’ve been part of our story from farmers markets to festivals and every pizza in between. 🍕❤️
Now it’s your turn to make your mark on Forno Pavese history forever! 🪵
Come sign our wooden pizza peel and cement your name in our wood-fired legacy.
Follow along and share this post to see where these peels end up because our story isn’t finished yet… it’s just getting fired up. 🔥
09/24/2025
📍 Here’s where you can find us this week, Forno Fam! 🍕🔥
👉 Wednesday: Riverside Farmers Market (2:30–7 PM)
👉 Thursday: Sketchbook Brewing Skokie (4–9 PM)
👉 Friday: Mikerphone Brewing Elk Grove (4–8 PM)
👉 Saturday: Park Ridge Farmers Market (7 AM–1 PM)
👉 Sunday: Mount Prospect Farmers Market (8 AM–1 PM)
💥 And don’t forget we’ve got BIG news dropping soon!! Make sure you’re following us so you don’t miss it. 👀
🍕 Where wood fired dreams become family traditions.
www.fornopavese.com
09/19/2025
Special Pizza Alert ✨
This Saturday at Sketchbook Brewing Skokie’s Oktoberfest (3–9 PM), we’re teaming up with a collaboration bringing something brand new to the menu:
-Danke Schoen-
🍕 Built on our house made beer cheese base, layered with mozzarella, beer roasted bratwurst, slivered red onions, and finished with stone-ground mustard, it’s Oktoberfest in every bite.
One day only. One fest only. Come raise a stein and share this special with us! 🍺🔥
Address
6050 N Northwest Highway
Chicago, IL
60631
For public transport, take the Yellow Line to the Oakton-Skokie stop and then transfer to the 97 bus. Get off at the Milwaukee/Notre Dame stop and walk a few blocks to the destination.
For driving/parking, take I-94 East and exit at Dempster Street. Turn left onto Dempster Street and then right onto Milwaukee Avenue. The destination will be on your right-hand side. There is street parking available in front of the restaurant or a parking lot behind the building.
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What people say
Forno Pavese is a must-visit for anyone who loves authentic Neapolitan-style pizza. This family-owned catering business takes pride in using only the finest ingredients, including fresh dough made from imported Italian flour, San Marzano tomatoes, and high-quality mozzarella cheese. The pizzas are hand-stretched and baked in ovens that reach upwards of 900 degrees Fahrenheit, resulting in a perfectly crispy crust with a tender, chewy interior.
What sets Forno Pavese apart is their commitment to bringing the Neapolitan pizza experience right to you. Their mobile ovens can be set up in any outdoor or indoor location, allowing guests to watch as expert pizza-makers create custom pizzas right before their eyes. With a wide variety of toppings to choose from, everyone can find something they love.
The story behind Forno Pavese is also heartwarming - it all began with Tony Pavese's grandfather Papa Dan, who owned a pizzeria in Chicago in the late 50s. Tony spent years self-learning the craft of pizza-making and experimenting with ingredients to perfect his technique. His passion for pizza-making is shared by his family, who help out at events and have grown to love pizza just as much as Tony does.
Overall, Forno Pavese offers not only delicious food but also an unforgettable experience that will leave you wanting more.
