If you've been to Naples and eaten a traditional margherita pizza - your tastebuds will soar back to a true Italian experience at Inizio. Spectacular ingredients and perfectly charred crust. The san marzano tomato sauce is insanely good. I really appreciated the cup served on the side for dipping my final bites of crust. Also the olive oil on the condiment bar was top notch as well...also nice for crust dipping. Their margherita carries the DOP Italian authenticity mark of approval! Def start here on the menu as it is exactly how the Italians do pizza! The pecorino cheese sprinkled on top was perfection. In my opinion - no need for any other toppings!
At first I thought the price was a bit much ($18) for a traditional margherita - even in the expense capital of America in the middle of Hollywood - they are usually $10-12. THEN I was told that they have 2 sizes. A 16 in pizza is $18 and the smaller traditional size of 12 in is $12...right in line w all my experience! So if you bring a friend- by all means get the larger size - otherwise I would get the 12 in to indulge in on my own.
Lots of other reviews mention the higher price point - but when you recognize the high level of quality ingredients used in each pie - they are right in line. You definitely get what you pay for! You can't compare other pizzas that have low quality ingredients or any other traditional American pizza w this place. Come and taste a true ITALIAN way of cooking and tasting. Your tastebuds will thank you.