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| - One of the first things I learned when immigrating from Italy is that no amount of training can make up for the ingredients. Your cook could have studied in Naples for 5 years, if he comes back and can't use the same tomatoes, it's not gonna taste right. This is where FBI shines - their quality of ingredients absolutely sets them apart, and delivers a flavor that's very close to what I grew up with. This, and the bombo pazza (one of the best pizzas I've ever had), are what sets FBI apart for me.
That said, the place is not above some constructive criticism. They advertise that they cook their pizzas in an electric oven for a unique taste: There is nothing unique about a Canadian pizza cooked in an electric oven, that's exactly how Pizza Pizza, Double Double, Domino's et al do their pizzas. It's not better or unique, it's just cheaper and easier for a restaurant than running a wood fire all day. Honestly it's not something to draw attention to, and FBI should consider dropping it from their marketing. If you're on the hunt for authenticity, Oro Di Napoli up the road makes that last effort.
I also sampled their dessert - a Nutella cannolo. (Their menu says cannoli, which is pluralized. You only get one.)
It's not a cannolo, like, not even close. Cannoli are a southern Italian specialty - crisp, flaky, fried pastry dough around a creamy cheese filling. The best analog I can give you is a "cheesecake taco". FBI's "cannoli" is a closed tube of baked pizza dough stuffed with Nutella. It wasn't necessarily bad, but it's not what I ordered if that makes sense. I ordered something light, crisp, cold and creamy to finish off my meal, but got something hot, doughy, oozing and way too heavy. I'm sure lots of people enjoy it, but I can't see anyone who's a fan of cannoli being anything but disappointed.
They should also really consider stocking one dessert that isn't Nutella-centric. I understand that Nutella is kinda new here and seeing a bit of a fad, but it's just hazelnut-chocolate frosting guys. It makes for a dessert menu that comes off as kinda monotonous and uninspiring. Alternatives don't need to be anything fancy, seriously just a scoop of vanilla ice cream and I'd be ordering dessert way more often.
All in all, a great place with friendly staff and absolutely awesome pizza that falls juuuust short of being the best in the city.
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