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Go for the Bianca. Trust me on this.
Angie C.

Driftwood shows up on a lot of top pizzas in Pittsburgh lists and this is accurate. The pizza is Roman style, and I had never heard of that before but it is like a sourdough focaccia. Very crispy and very delicious. My favorite here is the white pizza, which includes herbed ricotta, fresh garlic and white wine shallot cream sauce. It's really delicious. They also have a variety of sourdough pastries and small plates. There used to be a small amount of seating here at the front of the restaurant but they have expanded and there's a nice bar area toward the back, and seating outdoors on Butler Street during nice weather. Our service here has always been friendly and helpful. I have seen others eating round New York style pizzas here but I can't speak to that variety as I always stick with the square Roman they are most known for.

Chris C.

Might be my favorite pizza place in pittsburgh. Food is delicious, great flavors for pizzas. One pizza fed both me and wife and two meals at home. Bread is a fluffy inside crispy outside foccacia type crust. They also have pastries. Fast and good service.

Cute bakery counter
Marissa R.

Now, this place is really eclectic and I love it. Pizza was good, but also so were the baked goods. We split a CRUFFIN for dessert - a croissant / muffin - that was incredible. There's a giant piece of actual "drift wood" on the wall, which must've been... well, chicken or egg? There was great diversity amongst the staff and also the customers in the store when we ate. Service was also stellar! Love to go back one day.

Isabel L.

After Pittsburgh marathon day, everyone was exhausted but we all knew exactly what we needed: a classic driftwood pie! Hits the spot every time and especially fueled us after a hectic day! Online order is easy and pies are just as good home as they are there. Perfect crust, cheese to bread ratio, and sauce. What more could you ask for!

Meatballs
Courtney P.

On our last night in town, we decided to grab some pizza at Driftwood Oven. It was within walking distance of our Airbnb so we made our way over on a Sunday night and were seated right away. We decided to start with an order of their meatballs, which were absolutely delicious and some of the best meatballs I have probably ever had in my life. Not an exaggeration. We also shared a Bianca slice and a classic cheese slice to start, since we didn't want to order multiple pizzas, but we were very curious about all of their options. Both slices were tasty and the crust had a good chew to it. For our main pizza, we split the SMO classic style. Everything about the pizza was extremely well balanced from the sauce to the toppings and the seasonings to the crust. All in all, these are some tasty pizzas and this would definitely be my go-to spot if I lived in the area.

Rapini e salsiccia
Jill H.

I truly don't know what the heck took us so long to get here. We stopped in a couple of times over the years, but the lack of seating made us decide it wasn't worth the wait or eating in the car or outside standing up. A renovation and new layout means plenty more seating, and so we finally stopped in at an odd hour on the weekend and had DELICIOUS food. (I'm not sure if it was full service before, but I thought it wasn't. It is now, which was a pleasant surprise. A couple of servers helped us and both were friendly, attentive, and helpful.) Rapini e Salsiccia was terrific, but the crust, friends, it's special. It's sourdough-perfect, and if you're behind the 8 ball like us and late to try this place, get a move on. Dine in and experience that crunchy, chewy crust while it's hot out of the oven. In the top three pizza places in the city (which I can't rank), in my opinion.

Maple Cinnamon Croffin
Cameron

I know they're known for their sourdough pizza, but their bakery options, though few, are pretty solid too! I tried their seasonal flavor Croffin, Maple Cinnamon, and I enjoyed it more than I expected! Didn't get maple flavor, but the cinnamon worked well with the crunchy outside and soft layers. It definitely is a croissant dough, with great layering, but the inside was a but raw and quite dense due to the muffin shape. The cream on top and in the middle was great too, quite sweet but worked well with it. Wish it had a bit more maple flavor and at $6+, I think it's a bit on the pricier side, but worth trying at least once!

Lindsey M.

My favorite pizza in the city! We were excited to check it out after the remodel, and everything was great! Loved having the bar seating and extra tables. Drink selection was wonderful, as was the service (as always!). The ranch here is also top tier and we always get at least two cups!

Julio H.

I had to stop at one of the most talked about pizza shops in the area: Driftwood Oven. I picked a few things to sample, I love good pizza and with so much hype, I figured everything was good. And it was. The pizza was nice and crunchy, the sourdough crust is noticeable. The deli sandwich was also very well made, with nice delicate touches of pickled items, and the pepperoni roll was just a pepperoni roll. I have never been a fan of pepperoni rolls, and this one did not make me a fan. Not a problem for me. The place is small, hip, on a busy street with minimal parking, so it easier to come and explore the area rather than just come here. The whole street is full of coffee shops, restaurants, and miscellaneous shop, it a fun place.

Half major Tom half Bianca funghi
Madi N.

I've tried a lot of pizza in Pittsburgh and there's nothing like Driftwood. It is delicious--the sourdough crust makes each and every bite. Their current peach and corn pizza for the summer is the best pizza they have to offer, it's sweet and tangy and perfect for this time of year. My all time favorites year round is the Kale Riser and kale Caesar salad The restaurant is a bit more pricey but absolutely worth it for the flavor! Service in house is attentive and helpful. Lots of beer options on tap and cans as well. Highly recommend stopping in to try their pizza or to get to go! Best pizza in PGH.

16" Major Tom
Hadley Z.

One of Pittsburghs best pizza spots. The sourdough crust is perfectly thin and crispy. Tried the Major Tom and for someone that doesn't typically go for a white pizza, I liked it more than I expected. Next time I'll be sure to try a traditional red pizza. We ordered online for takeout, so I can't speak too much to service, but it was ready on time which is always appreciated. It's a bit pricy but on par with the other more "specialty" pizza spots in town.

the 16" Archer
Anisha J.

I LOVE this pizza place. The sourdough crust is light but also well charred and the sauce is so fresh and tasty. I have yet to try more combos but regularly order pizza from this place!!

Pizza slice
Liz G.

I'm so late to the game but I'm so excited to have finally tried Driftwood Oven - I totally understand the hype now. Firstly, you order at the counter and take a number to your table & they serve you from there. Also, they will buss your table so you just leave your dishes. There's also a self-serve water station. Driftwood Oven specializes in sourdough pizza. They serve whole pizzas and by the slice which I LOVE! The slices are ~$4.50. My husband and I tried the regular cheese, red top, and bianca slices. Honestly, they were all so good I really couldn't pick a favorite. The crust is PERFECT! It has such a nice crunch but is light and airy. They serve Leona's ice cream sandwiches (iykyk) and have a small alcohol selection too. Would definitely recommend this spot!

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Pizza Lupo

Pizza Lupo

4.7
(189 reviews)
1.0 mi
$$

Finally had a chance to go here. We wanted to get only one pizza so we opted for the Drunken…read moreMeatball. I cannot say it is the best pizza I have had because different styles are all amazing. This is a unique style and I love it. The sauce was amazing, the ricotta cheese was so delicious and their meatballs were tremendous. What I loved was the crust - it had some chew and some tug; there was a little bit of char on the outside and the bottom. The meatballs were delicious and that sauce! The vodka sauce was perfect. I would have thought I would have missed the standard cheese on a pizza but the ricotta was super good. I placed my order on their website and it was easy; I was able to pay using my Apple Pay, which was a plus. We arrived and it was ready but we stood talking to the men in the shop and they were so kind. They asked us questions about us when they learned we had, recently, moved here. You will not find a more personable greeting anywhere.

Take out only. Free parking. Amazing chewy crust pizza with…read moreyour choice of various toppings. I highly recommend their Drunk Meatball. It comes with vodka sauce, Lupe's meatballs, house cheese blend, fresh mozzarella, ricotta, and fresh basil leaves. Nicely charred crust. All cheese is blended together and piped in rosettes on top of the pizza. Tastes so good and looks amazing. Walk in the front door and give your name for pickup. To the right are a couple upright cold cases filled with drinks, salad, etc. Located a short 15 minute drive from Shadyside. Can't wait to return and try more pizza.

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Our toddlers enjoyed it too!
Our toddlers enjoyed it too!
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Fiori's Pizzaria

Fiori's Pizzaria

4.4
(606 reviews)
5.0 mi
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Honest review! 10/10…read more Let's start with the fact that I could smell this place down the street before I even got out of my car! My mouth was salivating before I even got inside! As a new Yorker, it's so very hard to impress me when it comes to Pizza! I'm the pickiest! A true pizza snob! But this place was well worth all the hype! Underrated if you ask me! All of the staff were very friendly, and helped me decide what to try. It definitely gives "family vibes" as soon as you walk in there. It's the definition of a hole in the wall, but I loved it. I live all the way in east Pittsburgh by plum and I drive ALLL the way over to Brookline, through the tunnels and under the bridges and over the bridges and under the tunnels again LOL. Its 100% worth the drive. No other pizza will do. Also the provolone Sticks are to die for. Literally, I almost died. So cheesy! Be warned its a mouth full haha.

We visited on a Saturday and the place was packed, which was a great sign that this is one of the…read moremore popular pizza spots in the area. We were told there would be a wait, but our pizza was ready right when they said it would be. The staff was also extremely friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Parking was a little tricky because of the location, but it was definitely worth it! The standout feature of this pizza for me was the flavor of the cheese (especially when paired with onions) that combination was easily my favorite part. They use a very generous, thick layer of cheese, which creates a rich and indulgent pizza. The cheese is quite oily and can slide off the crust, so personally the amount of cheese and oil was a little heavier than my usual preference. However, the chewy crust holds up well to the toppings, and there was still something really addictive about the overall flavor and texture of that cheese. One thing that surprised me was how good it was the next day when eaten cold. I actually prefer this pizza cold. The cheese and onions complemented each other even more, and the pizza felt a little less oily while allowing the flavors to shine even more. Overall, this is definitely a top-tier pizza place in the area. If you enjoy a flavorful, cheesy pizza with a great chewy crust, I would absolutely recommend giving it a try!

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Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room

Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room

4.3
(1.1k reviews)
2.4 mi
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I somehow always find myself back here for a delicious late night bite!! They really are one of…read morethe only spots downtown that serve food later in the evenings, which is something to always appreciate. Our server (I believe his name was Cody) was genuinely one of the nicest guys ever!! Incredibly amazing energy and super kind to answer and questions or provide recs. We tried the White Sangria and they had a Pina colada both delicious and so refreshing! We have recently tried the Pesto pizza (I sub chicken on top instead) and the brisket mac and cheese which was probably the biggest mac and cheese I have ever seen and super yummy. If you haven't checked it out yet I definitely recommend it to everyone I know!

We went to the Benedum and stopped in after for a late dinner. It's a cool space, small with good…read morebar seating. That is where we ended up at the bar. I tried a black cherry ale that was delicious. My husband got a Vienna lager he enjoyed. He got the black and gold pizza with potatoes, garlic sauce, pepper, res onion parmesan, and provolone. It is fired in their brick oven with a crispy crust. He enjoyed it but it was a little over done and it was hard to distinguish the toppings as the char was heavy. I got the carbonara. It was definitely not traditional. The sauce was very thick and almost floury. They serve it with pork belly, which does not give the same punch of flavor to cut through the sauce as guanchali or bacon. The papardelle noodle were dry and clumpy. The dish was very heavy. Do not recommend. The place is chill. It is close to the theater. I might try it again if in the area.

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Lots of drink selections.
Lots of drink selections.
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Della Sala's Pizza

Della Sala's Pizza

4.4
(81 reviews)
6.8 mi
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A great little gem in the area! Staff is always friendly and the pizza is always fantastic!read more

I'm giving a 1 because all the components were therebut the pizza was cooked and incorrectly…read more I've a customer here for quite some time. This shop will cook your pizza half cooked, as a lot of people like. We like ours well done cooked even longer than maybe the traditional cook time so we always request that. When my son went to pick up our pizza it was already sitting on the counter it had not been 15 since minutes since the order was placed. When he grabbed the box it was kinda wet on the bottom of box so we don't know if they set it on the counter on top of something ,but it was more than just extra sauce and onions that made the soggy like they assumed. We tried to recook it and when we took the pizza out of the box all the cardboard inside of the box was wet like something had been literally poured inside the box. I could barely get it out because it was so soggy it was falling apart. We live less than 5 minutes driving time so it was not from steam and cooking it more once we got home did not help it was that wet.. I have never seen pizza that soggy. I had my son call and they did not offer anything except advice on not to order onions or extra sauce when its humid out. We would have like a re-cooked pizza and to return the one we had especially since we had company. It was too wet to pick up a slice and inedible. So, if the owners see this maybe they'd like to somehow rectify it because now I have to start my grill to feed my company. Furthermore, if a customer orders extra sauce and onions on a pizza that.we are asking to be cooked well done an your only job is to cook pizza, you should advise the customer that it won't be crisp. We've ordered it that way before.. and as I said this was far beyond just soggy it was literally wet..and the 2 that ventured to eat it ,now have a stomach ache. It was most certainly undercooked and so wet it couldn't even be rebaked.

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Mushrooms and sausage, ate 4 pieces driving back to the hotel
Mushrooms and sausage, ate 4 pieces driving back to the hotel
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Mineo's Pizza House

3.6
(509 reviews)
3.2 mi
$$

Expansive Pittsburgh pizza dynasty with the maximum cheese allowed for proper pizza proportions…read more I love Mineo's. Big member of their fan club. We drive out from Monroeville just to grab their pies. Located in Squirrel Hill, parking can be a bit of a challenge, but there is a pay-to-park lot across the street tucked behind the businesses. Also, with old school class, Mineo's is cash only. They do have an ATM right in the store - in case you forgot. Dynasty loading - as they now have 4 shops including one directly in the Pittsburgh Airport (check their updated box logos with an airplane flying around!) All day. All year. Always- I would think to give Mineo's five stars, but this order was disappointing. The crust was over floured and lifeless, the cheese was missing the signature flavor pack of herbs, and the toppings were very clumped together under the cheese... but even these nitpicks- this place is a must go to! We ordered three large (and yes, that's a large large) pizzas - mushroom, extra cheese, and pepperoni. They are renowned for their thick layer of cheese with the toppings buried beneath. And this time, all of the pieces were well cut - which is rare. Service was quick. They know how to move through the takeout orders and even if they don't, pull up a seat and enjoy the theater of pizza making that you can witness in the expansive dining area.

This place has gone to shit go in there over 50 years. Ordered a well done pizza. How could they…read moregive this to a customer? They did not move it in the oven. The top was fine but look at the bottom. Completely burnt. they no longer take pride in their product.

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