This was my first visit…read more That's worth saying up front because Rosa Mia has been around for a very long time. There are people in Johnston who have been eating this pizza for most of their lives. They don't just know what it tastes like. They know what it's supposed to taste like. I had none of that. No childhood stake in this one. No fourty year memory to argue with. Just a thick, square pie and an open mind. The first surprise was the crust. This is a substantial pizza, but it didn't eat that way. The top and bottom had real crunch, crisp and golden brown, buttery, with the bottom almost looking like it had been fried in oil. Then you get through that shell and everything changes. Soft. Chewy. Light and airy. Delicious. That contrast was the best thing about the pizza. The cheese was harder to figure out. It never really browned, even around the edges where the crust was getting dark, and the flavor wasn't quite mozzarella. Sharper. Fuller. If I had to guess, I'd say there's some provolone working in there, blended in rather than announced. I could be completely wrong. Whatever it is, the cheese tasted like something. That's not as common as it should be from a lot of pizzerias. Then there was the sauce. On this particular pie, there just wasn't much there. Thin. Almost apologetic. Salt was the only note that really came through. I didn't get much tomato. I didn't get much herb. Nothing really pushed back against a crust and cheese that were doing most of the work. And that's where Rosa Mia and I probably part ways a little. Plenty of people talk about this as some of the best pizza in Rhode Island. After eating it, I understand why. That crust is excellent. The cheese is distinctive. If those are the things you care about most, this is a genuinely good pizza and absolutely worth trying. But I'm a crust-and-sauce guy. I need both. Maybe that's also the difference between discovering a pizza and growing up with one. If Rosa Mia had been down the street from my house when I was ten, maybe this is the pizza I'd spend the rest of my life defending. I understand how that happens. This is exactly the kind of neighborhood pizza that gets wired into people that way. But I didn't grow up with Rosa Mia. I got to meet it at 59, with no memories attached and nothing to judge except the pizza in front of me. Great crust. Really interesting cheese. A sauce, at least this time, that didn't give me enough. Really good pizza. And close enough to great that I understand why somebody else might have spent fifty years insisting that it is.

We ordered online for pick up, which was about 45 minutes on a Friday afternoon. We ordered the hot…read morehoney pizza, regular pepperoni, and buffalo tenders. Everything was delicious! Our favorite was the honey pizza. Can't wait to try other things on the menu!

We came here for a family dinner to celebrate our grandfather's birthday and honestly, I'm still…read morethinking about it two hours later. Our whole family can't stop talking about how good everything was. That says a lot. First, the space. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the acoustics are genuinely impressive. My grandfather wears hearing aids and he had zero trouble following conversation all night. That's rare and it meant so much to us. We had a reservation and they sat us early, which immediately set the tone. The bread and bread oil kit they bring out? Do not skip it. Just trust me. We had kids with us and their food came out so fast I actually laughed. Our food followed shortly after and the pasta was truly exceptional. Just genuinely high quality, generous portions, and completely worth every penny. We were shocked at how affordable the bill was for what we got. Our server Envy was an absolute gem. Friendly, attentive, and so kind. But honestly the whole staff was like that. Other servers who weren't even in our section came over just to joke around with our kids. The table was never cluttered. A dirty dish sat in front of us for maybe ten seconds before it was gone. I travel for work domestically and for pleasure domestically and internationally and can say that Bar Lino is the only flawless restaurant experience I have ever had. Flawless from start to finish. We will be back. Bring everyone you love!

Came by just before 8pm on a Friday and there were lots of full tables but we were seated promptly…read morewithout a reservation. They give you olives & bread to start which was very soft & doughy (how I like it) but a little over salty. The food came out extremely fast and piping hot! The chicken parm was cooked perfectly with a good crunch on the edges. The pasta was perfectly al dente and the portion was huge. The bolognese had a delicious flavor but a bit of a smaller portion comparatively. Service was good but could've been a bit more attentive throughout the meal for refilling water, etc. but no big deal. Will definitely be back here when I'm craving Italian!

What do you do on a gloomy, rainy, cold, crappy Saturday afternoon? You have some GREAT comfort…read morefood and pizza at one of your favorite spots. Love The 78 Pub at This Guy's Pizza. Such a great place to get lunch. The pizza is substantial, filling and very affordable. They have 40 (yes, 40) house pies and these amazing "mouthful" grilled wraps. We got a chicken parm one that comes with these awesome and pretty unique onion dippers. You can't beat the quality, the taste or the price here. Awesome spot for lunch or dinner. And if there's soccer on? This is your spot. The locals are super fanatics in the best way possible. Check it out.

Cold pizza? A forgotten sandwich? This happened when we ate at the bar, which was practically…read moreempty. The restaurant itself had no one seated, just a few of us at the bar. The two women servers behind the bar were preoccupied, apparently. This place used to be really good. Now, not so much. So disappointing.

Bettola is a VIBE!!!! The staff are always friendly and fun! I think I pretty much ordered 90% of…read morethe menu and NOTHING has disappoint. My ULTIMATE favorite is the Short Ribs and Risotto. The meat is sooooo juicy, tender and flavorful! Next would be obviously their pizza and their salad! (please note: their salads is topped to the BRIM! And if good enough to share with 2-3 people) Depending on the day in the mood would determine which pizza I get my top 3 are/ Gold digger, the San Genaro, and the Marilyn Monroe/Fign' a (I can't decide LOL) don't let the commotion of Rolfe square Seder you from visiting, there is plenty of parking in the back, the restaurant is such a vibe with the decor (learn some Italian LOL) and hilarious placemats. And lastly, what I think is so cool and unique about this place is their Themed Weekend specials! They always have fun drinks and witty names for the items. Oh and don't forget to swing by the dessert case on your way out- they have LEMON TIRAMISU!!!! You heard right! LEMON TIRAMISU!!

I ordered a pepperoni pizza here for takeout and overall really enjoyed it. The pizza itself was…read morereally good and I would definitely order it again. The pizza was only $20, which I thought was a pretty reasonable price. They only offer one size, which I'd say is around a large, although maybe just a little smaller than a typical large. It wasn't a huge difference, but I do wish they offered a smaller size as an option. I was going to add honey to the pizza, but it was an additional $4, which I thought was a little much for just a drizzle of honey, so I skipped it. I also noticed they don't open until 4:30, at least yesterday, so I wish they opened a little earlier. I completely understand that they're more of a dinner spot, though. Overall, it's a great spot with really good pizza and a reasonable price. I'd definitely come back!

Saturday is not the usual day I break my parents out of where they live…read more That is a Sunday tradition. We go to lunch, get groceries, take care of whatever needs taking care of, and spend a few hours together away from their usual routine. This week, I changed the schedule for Catanzaro's Pizzeria. I wanted to see Anthony and thank him in person for the generous donation Catanzaro's made to The Pizza Principal Kickstarter. That donation helped get us over the top earlier this week. I also wanted my parents to experience the food at a place so many people in this community consider THE BEST. We ordered a caprese salad, meatballs, and a cheese, pepperoni, and olive pizza. The family order. My mother is pretty renowned for her meatballs, so restaurant meatballs have a difficult assignment when they arrive at our table. My family has opinions. Strong ones. My mother took a bite and immediately started comparing them to her own. "These are exactly the same as mine." "I'm so excited." "This is amazing." "I can't believe it." Then my father tried one. He looked at my mother. He looked at me. "The best meatballs I've ever had." That is not a sentence my father hands out casually. The pizza had to follow that, and it did. My parents, like me, have spent six decades believing that another very established, iconic Rhode Island pizzeria unquestionably makes the best pizza in the state. But then Catanzaro's made their case. By the end of lunch, my parents were willing to admit that Catanzaro's can go toe to toe with anybody, anywhere. They loved the food. They loved the service. They loved Anthony. And I loved watching them discover something new together. That is the part I will remember. Not just that the food was outstanding, although it was. Not just that Catanzaro's helped get The Pizza Principal over the finish line, although they did. I got to sit across from my parents while a restaurant they had never tried changed their minds about something they thought they had already settled decades ago. That is a heck of a Saturday. Thank you, Anthony. Thank you to everyone at Catanzaro's. You fed my parents, helped make a film happen, and gave our family a new chapter in an old argument. I could not be more grateful.

Not so amazing tonight I just paid $16 for a Greek salad. I…read moredon't know what they did to this lettuce but is a lot of roughage and I cannot eat it or chew it. I normally don't have any complaints about this place cause the food is excellent, but this was the worst Greek salad. Please go back to your Romain lettuce or whatever you were using before I can't eat this

Everything looks so good in the case it is really hard not to order just one thing. We came in h…read morefor the hot pizza, but had to order the spinach pie with pepperoni and olives. The spinach pie was so good that I will have to order one ever I drive by! The black olives are better than any I've ever had. The spinach is soft and tender, packed with flavor and the pepperoni just sends it home! The pizza was also very good. The crust is very airy with no char, it holds firm with all of those toppings. The crust is thin with a little char. The sauce, cheese and toppings are phenomenal. It is actually better reheated because the crust gets foldable. They do sell hot pizza by the slice and they do sell a lot of it.

The price of mini calzones are 4.50 each. Would not mind so much if it taste good but meatballs had…read moreno taste, hardly any sauce. I would definitely skip and go to another bakery in area.

Good weenies, local Johnstom and you don't have to go NY System- friendly staff and good pizza too!read more

Friendliest service in the state…read more I recently rediscovered Hometown after being a fan when I was close to their original location. Now that I'm back around town - I stumbled in when I spotted it on the way home one evening. Since then - I visit at least 1x a week. Slice combo is an amazing value. Wieners are a bit pricey - but tasty I've had several menu items and all hit the spot. Looks like they are opening a second location in West Warwick - even closer to me - so I'm excited to frequent there more often. A+++

This pizza spot absolutely delivered! We ordered half clam chowder pizza and half meat lovers, and…read moreboth sides were packed with flavor. The crust had that perfect wood-fired char -- crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, with just the right amount of crunch around the edges. The clam chowder side was such a Rhode Island/New England experience. Creamy, savory, loaded with seafood flavor, and topped with fresh herbs and potatoes that gave true chowder vibes in pizza form. Honestly, you can't come to Providence and not try chowder in every form possible! The meat lovers side was bold, hearty, and stacked with toppings. Pepperoni curled perfectly at the edges, sausage was flavorful, and every bite had the perfect balance of sauce, cheese, and smoky meat flavor. The atmosphere was relaxed, modern, and perfect for casual dining with friends or family. Great food, great vibe, and definitely a spot worth revisiting while in Providence.

Pizza is really good. Service a bit on the slow side but OK…read more Ambience hospitality, all good I would recommend

Caserta Pizzeria is one of our favorite pizza spots! We've been here several times and it's a…read morereally casual, low key pizzeria with excellent pizza. It's different than any pizza I have ever tried. The sauce they use is so good! They only have a few options for toppings, but my family's favorite is mushroom. The staff are always really helpful and friendly. Parking can sometimes be a challenge, but the last few times we were able to find a spot in their lot.

The last few times we have gotten Caserta, I have liked it a bit more....the bottom crust has been…read morefirm and crisp and the cheese and tomato sauce have been a bit more flavorful than I used to remember from years past. It is still not my place to go (it is my husband's) but not a bad place to grab a quick bite if you are in the area or are in the mood for Caserta.

Delicious pizza. Perfect crust. Good ambiance and vibes. The service is great and all the workers…read moreare nice. Don't know why it only has a 4.1 this shi gas

Ordered it for take away and was so pleasantly surprised at how good it was! Coming from New York,…read moremy standards for pizza are pretty high, and basically just expect any other states pizza to be disappointing. But I'm happy to admit that I was proven wrong! The options were all really great, but we got the northern provolone with the Nancy's chopped salad and LOVED it. Such fun takes on classic dishes. Like a whimsical Rhode Island twist. 10/10 next time we'll dine in for sure!