Rosangela's Pizzeria
Evergreen Park, IL
Photo and info courtesy Chibbqking

The blue neon at Rosangela's Pizzeria makes this Evergreen Park restaurant easy to recognize after dark. Serving the South Side since 1955, the family-owned pizza place has become a familiar stop for generations of customers. The sign is simple, but its glow gives the storefront just the right neighborhood welcome. 05-09

Rosangela’s built its following on Chicago tavern-style pizza, with thin crust and the familiar square-cut slices. Inside, the comfortable dining room adds to the experience, giving longtime customers a setting that feels as familiar as their usual order. The restaurant’s enduring appeal comes from that combination of family recipes, recognizable surroundings, and a place to gather over a pizza.

UPDATE: Rosangela’s remains open in Evergreen Park and continues operating under family ownership. Its classic blue neon sign survives, keeping a colorful piece of the restaurant’s history visible from the street. More than seven decades after opening, it remains a familiar name in the neighborhood. 07-26