After many years in the neighbourhood, I finally tried this place on Saturday night. I wish I had been able to try the old owner's pies but these are still amazing.
We went with a large with black olive, peperoni and mushroom. I felt like the amount of toppings and cheese was fair. I think I would like to try the extra cheese option next time but my guess is that this pizza is pretty true to what pizza was back in the day---before everything got extreme and things like "Meat Lover's Pizza" were invented.
OK, getting to the dough/crust--everyone talks about this and for good reason. It really is amazing. Soft, chewy--seems like just the right consistency. I'd go back just for this reason.
Somebody's review suggested that this was a "thin" crust pizza. I can't agree. In my mind this is a fairly medium to thick crust.
No wings, no BS dipping sauces, no crust styles, no complexity. I love that the choices are limited here although now there are basic toppings and gourmet toppings. I guess you have to keep up with the times, right?
It is fun to sit at the "bar" (this place is not licensed) and watch the experts at work--given how many pizzas are going in and out of the oven, there is no doubt how good or loved this place is in the 'hood.
No delivery. I live just far enough that a walk home would ensure a warm pie at best. We solved this with a taxi ride but next time I want to eat it there.
(But our $24 pie was now $32.)
"There" means that there are just a couple of tables if that. This is very much a take-out spot.
Very recommended. And if you are just a short ride or walk away, consider yourself VERY lucky.