What a gem!! My mom and I came here for lunch one Sunday and we were lucky to get a table without a reservation. The space is small but popular, for good reason. We ordered the fried artichokes as an appetizer and they were delicious! But even better was the pizza - we got the La Bufalina, which was basically baked pizza dough topped with prosciutto, bufala mozzarella, and pesto. It was SO GOOD. The Italian couple who own the place were doing all the cooking themselves the entire time we were there, so you know it's authentic. My only note is that you do need to expect a bit of a wait - they're a busy place and the pizza oven is small. But just order a glass of wine while you're waiting! read more

La Casina - La Bufalina - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This place is off of Eastern Market in a narrow, brick-lined space that feels almost New York-y. The style of pizza they do is based on a flour with wheat but also rice and soy. It is distinctive; the texture is lighter than wheat flour, and the flavor will seem off if you're not expecting it. There are supposed to be nutritional benefits to this, but it is an interesting gustatory experience, albeit not one that makes me want to replace all the regular pizzas out there. I also got some arancini, fried rice balls with cheese and a notable kick of black pepper. This turned out to be a lot of food for a reasonable price, so I took leftovers, and while the freshness waned they were still good reheated. read more

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From the very get-go, this place has established itself as a Capitol Hill neighborhood place to enjoy. It's my absolute place to always take visitors from out of town....and, they are NEVER disappointed! Enjoy it often. read more

Vibe: 6/10 Service: 3/10 - when we were seated, we were given a time limit of an hour 30, but it was about 50-55 mins before our food arrived Value: 3/10 La Cacio e Pepe: 6.25/10 Capitol Hill: 6.25/10 Overall: 4.9/10 (2.45/5) [To clarify our review system: 10 = we'll never have anything else as good as this in our lives (we use 10 very sparingly!) 9 = extraordinary 8 = great 7 = above average 6 = average Anything below 6 is being critical] read more

La Casina - Capitol Hill - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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These pizzas are all culminated from multiple visits. Phew .. what can I say to encompass a thorough review here .. well, the service showcases a genuine passion for the food. Modifications .. faaghet about it - they take pride in their crafted menu. The seating is comfortable and typical for a cozy Roman charm on the interior. New brick veneer on the walls. Overall, I am very content, and will return ! read more

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Came here for lunch on a Friday during work. It was pretty full. It took nearly 30 minutes to get my pizza. Not sure if this is the norm. But that's crazy for one person. read more

Such a hidden gem of Washington! The ambiance is so cute and cozy, with warm lighting, open windows, and aesthetic decor. I appreciate all the little details like their unique menu booklets, fancy silverware, rose-tinted water glasses, and vibey music. Staff are so friendly. I was very pleasantly surprised by the generous portion sizes. One of the best pizzas I've had, and you can tell it's made with love. I highly recommend! Bruschetta Mix 10/10 - great portion sizes, great presentation, and uniquely delicious flavors! La Margherita della Casina 10/10 read more

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Our secret Kate was very knowledgeable and clearly trained to speak about what we question you have about the menu. There is WiFi for free. This place is next to the Ukrainian restaurant and they share a common bathroom in the back. It is hard to find with out a large sign. At night and when it is cold the umbrella tables can be seen outside. The decor and vibe reminds me of pizza spot one would find in a hype neighborhood in NYC. They play sultry jazzy blues with vocals. We were here during the Christmas season so there was a mix of Christmas jazz songs. I hate jazz but this music is very much like a lullaby for your ears. Perfect atmosphere. They have poinsettias and a Christmas tree to make Christmas lively. The owners and chefs are so sweet and when I thanked them for such a wonderful meal they were really touched. This pizza crust is like a cloud of bubbles in your mouth! The sauce was so flavorful as well. The bruschetta is like ciabatta to me. We got the one with sausage and rosemary. Very rustic and delicious I love how everything is served on a rectangular cutting board! I learned that because this is Roman style pizza that it is in this shape commonly. The flour is imported from Rome called pinsa. It is big deal to be vetted as a place who can make pizza with this flour because it is also a certain technique. As we read online someone from the pinsa comes to teach the technique and vetting the chef that they can make the pizza with the signature bubbles. Cannot wait to find more places that make pizza with pinsa flour read more

La Casina - Cute decorations - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We came to La Casina with a large group and had a fantastic experience! This casual Italian spot on Capitol Hill is a hidden gem--warm, welcoming, and perfect for families or relaxed meals after a day exploring the neighborhood. The highlight here is the pinsa, a Roman-style pizza made with a light, airy dough that's crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It's different from traditional pizza -- it uses a blend of flours (typically wheat, rice, and soy), is easier to digest, and has a wonderfully rustic texture. Definitely a must-try if you haven't had one before! La Casina also serves simple, fresh Italian dishes with great ingredients and unfussy flavors. The service was super friendly and handled our big party with ease. Bonus: it's just steps from the Eastern Market, so it's a great weekend stop to have lunch, then browse for groceries, fresh fruit, or veggies right around the corner. read more

Mostly flatbreads/pizzas ace sandwiches for lunch. The food was fresh and made on the spot. I was in Italy just a couple of months ago and B la casino is the closest I've gotten since then. I got the vegetarian sandwich, while delicious, I do wish there was cheese in it and a little less oil. The oil would gush down my face when taking a bite. Service was kind and friendly. We sat and talked for awhile and they did not rush us out. Instead, our waitress cleared our table and refreshed our waters! read more

I really want to enjoy the food here but half of it fell short. The highlight of the meal was the La Parmigiana 2.0 pinsa, with marinated eggplant and plenty of cheese. So decadent. The lowlight was the carbonara, which didn't have anything resembling a sauce and was dry like a breadstick. read more

Wonderful food, but the wait times at dinner are not doable for a family. It took 55 minutes to get out two small kids pizzas and 2 adult pizzas last night. We ended up taking it to go and not eating there. Lunch waits are shorter. If you go, order right away and order an appetizer. read more

Overall, 3.5/5, but will bump it to a 4/5 because of our server who was really fantastic with making sure we had enough water and was very thorough with her recommendations! Four of us stopped by for dinner (pretty spontaneously with no reservations) for carb loading purposes. The only option this past Saturday evening was outdoor seating on a high top. With the cool weather (and no bugs, thank God), it was not bad, especially for someone who doesn't usually enjoy eating outdoors. Our server gave us her recs and informed us the dough is made to be digested easily. Among the four of us, we shared an appetizer and three "pinsas": SUPPLÌ ROMANI Each order comes with two sizable risotto balls that was filled with risotto, mozzarella, and other spices. Very saucy and creamy. It was deep fried very nicely. Our group enjoyed these and would recommend. LA PORCHETTA This was our only white sauce (well, no red sauce) pinsa and it is topped with pork belly, truffle olive oil, pecorino romano, and rosemary. This was our table's least favorite. The pinsa was dry and the ingredients didn't quite work well together. A couple of my friends thought the truffle was way too strong. We wouldn't recommend this pinsa, unfortunately. MARGHERITA D.O.P. +3 for prosciutto This pinsa was very saucy (maybe a bit too much because the pinsa was pretty droopy) and adding the prosciutto was a good decision. I enjoyed the fresh mozzarella and the Grana Padano shavings for extra cheesiness. This was good, and we'd recommend if you like a slightly upscale Margherita. L'AMATRICE This was definitely our group's favorite pinsa. I think they use the same red sauce as the Margherita, but there's less of it here which I preferred. The pork cheek was flavorful and they topped it generously with the pecorino romano which was kind of the highlight for me. I enjoyed the chili-infused olive oil on the pinsa. This one was solid and I'd definitely recommend. Overall, good pricing and I paid less than $24 after tax and tip. This was a successful carb loading dinner since we didn't feel bloated, nor did we food coma'ed afterwards. read more

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I finally went to La Casina for dinner after so long trying the excellent lunch menu. It was a mixed bag. The food was wonderful overall: the butternut squash pizza was absolutely delicious, and they let us try all three variations of it in one pizza, which was such a great option. The spicy one with nduja was the standout. However, they did not disclose the upcharge for doing this when they offered it, which I would have appreciated. The potato truffle pinsa had the usual wonderful crust, but the truffle oil overpowered everything else and gave it an unpleasant flavor overall. It wasn't possible to taste any of the other ingredients, unfortunately. The dessert pinsa with Nutella and the tiramisu were both delicious (though the tiramisu wasn't as mascarpone-forward as the first wonderful time I had it, it was still serviceable), and I definitely recommend ordering either. Overall, the food was excellent and well worth a return trip, with generous portions - we left absolutely stuffed. However, the service was slow despite a largely empty restaurant, and I was also charged different prices than what was listed on the menu. I strongly dislike it when a place doesn't honor their menu's prices, and it's put me off returning because it feels like scummy behavior from someone trying to pick their customer's pocket. Give honest prices upfront and people will order without unpleasant surprises at the end of the meal. Why would you want to end on a bad impression? Or are you hoping they don't notice? Neither one speaks well of the management. All in all, I love the food and I'll certainly be back for lunch again, but I don't know now that I would take someone here for dinner based on my experience tonight. At least ordering takeout I know that I pay the price that is listed. read more

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Hands down the best surprise since arriving in DC. The food was amazing - everything we ate was quality. All the way down to the particularity of the beer and the glassware. Nick lead the way on service perfection. Patient. Competent and friendly Ambiance brought it all together. I highly recommend! read more

Three years after my initial review, I returned to La Casina for lunch with my wife and seven-year-old daughter. Speaking to the owner (a husband-wife team from Rome), I more fully understand their story and concept. I left impressed. First of all, La Casina is one of two pinsa-certified restaurants in the U.S.A. (The other is in San Francisco.) They make their pizza using the traditional Roman style where the dough is crispy on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside al baked inside a wood-fired oven. They also source all of their ingredients directly from Italy, including their produce. The result is tasty, authentic food from Rome. To start, we had the artichoke, which was perfectly fried. The margarita pizza was a favorite of our daughter's, who said the cheese was her "new favorite." For the main course, we had their salami pizza with hot honey, cheese, red onions, and a few other ingredients. We also had their prosciutto white pizza. Everything was full of flavor and the dough is truly amazing. So tasty, light, but crispy. We're fans! To end the lunch, we had a small espresso, which came with brown sugar cubes that made the espresso pop. We'll be back! (They invited us to return and comped our meal, but did not ask us to update this review. I did that on my own.) read more

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Everything here is just top notch. I have been here several times. The pizza is phenomenal. I had homemade potato chips that were heavenly. The Aperol Spritz is always delicious and freshly made. The customer service is outstanding too. Every single server is courteous, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. I had not been in person due to the extreme heat of the summer for several weeks. The staff remembered me and greeted me warmly. Truly a pleasure from beginning to end! read more

La Casina - Homemade chips, Aperol Spritz - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Had a wonderful dinner here with friends recently! We all shared two orders of the mixed bruschetta, which were so delicious, and several of us enjoyed the wine offerings. I got the vegan pinsa and absolutely loved it. It was so fresh and tasty, and brought back some great memories of study abroad in Rome. The rigid seating times are a bit odd (5:30 is too early and 7:30 is kinda late) but with the small size of the restaurant I can understand why they do it. If there's space available at the bar you can sit and enjoy a drink there if you arrive early. I loved this place and would definitely go again next time I'm in the neighborhood! read more

We had another delicious meal here yesterday. We started with the burrata appetizer, we had it with prosciutto & it was delicious. For our pizza, we shared a Margherita with DOP. Delicious. As we were sitting at our table, we noticed a waiter delivering the fried artichoke appetizer to a table. It looked great. So we'd like to try it next time. read more

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Everything was so good that we did not pause eating to take pictures. Wonderful food and experience. Better than Bianco's.

Recently, we returned to La Casina with friends, to savor the delicious Pinsa, a pizza of Rome, and appetizers - brought to Capitol Hill. The atmosphere is as friendly as the scrumptious crunch of our selection of La Cacio e Pepe Pinsa and fried artichokes (Carciofi alla Romana). Chefs and owners Angela and Fabrizio are as hospitable as any trattoria proprietor in their native Rome. We savored our visit. read more

Maybe something was just off tonight, but I don't plan on coming back. We arrived with a reservation for our wedding anniversary dinner. About 45 minutes after being seated, we had received half our drink order (we ordered two beers; we received one). The pizza took another ~30 minutes, and at that point we had to take it to-go so we could get our kids to bed. The pizza was fine. Not sliced into pieces (maybe that's the style?), so we had to keep cutting chunks off with kitchen shears. I'd say it was similar to &pizza, but 2-3x the price. The service was friendly. They waived the cost of the one drink we did receive. I love pizza of all sorts and trying new pizzerias. I'm just really confused by this experience. read more

I recently went here for a weeknight dinner with two friends and had an OK experience. While we were seated immediately, our service was subpar for the rest of the meal. Despite the restaurant not being crowded, our server took close to 10 minutes to come take our order. All our food took a while to come, which is especially shocking for a pizza restaurant where even custom-made pizzas can be made quickly. It also took a while to get our server to pay our check. The food was good, although somewhat pricey and you need a whole pizza per person to feel full. My friends and I split the artichokes for an appetizer and shared the Cacio e Pepe, the White House, and a pizza topped with beef slices and arugula. The artichokes were outstanding-well-fried and flavored. However, I wish we had gotten more artichokes with our order. All the pizzas had fantastic crusts. The Cacio e Pepe was my favorite, with a delicious blend of cheese in proportion with the crust. The White House is more like a calzone, stuffed with cheese. While the blend was good, the cheese was extremely salty. The pizza topped with beef was fine, but needed more meat, more flavor, and less arugula. I would order La Casina pizza again, but only as a snack for delivery. read more

Thrilled to find pinsa in the US. May I say "delish," or maybe "mamma Mia..." the suppli were a big treat (if you don't know what those are and you can eat fried food, just order them and find out), and the pinsa was fantastic. I will be dreaming of the thinly sliced potato and drizzled truffle oil joined with fragrant rosemary and flavorful grated cheese, oil soaking into the crispy-yet-chewy, dreamy crust that only pinsa offers... mm. Well done! read more

La Casina - The makings of a fun evening - great friends and amazing food and drinks! Margherita D.O.P. La Milanese - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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La Casina is a great place to get delicious pinsa, which is Roman-style pizza. It's in a great location and I'm often in that area, which is why, despite having a horrible first experience, I decided to give it another try and I'm glad I did. Do note that is tiny inside and the tables are close together. The outside is cute but also small, though I would definitely dine outside here. My first visit was on an extremely busy night. It took about five minutes to be greeted, which should have been a red flag. Before I was seated, I advised the server of my time limit and asked if it would be possible to meet. She said it would be. It was not. An hour later, I walked out after having only a drink and an appetizer, having never received my pinsa. It was disappointing, to say the least. So my advice is that if you see they are busy, go somewhere else, unless you can wait. They also do a brisk to-go business. However, if they are not busy, definitely stay. The atmosphere is warm and cozy and service is friendly. Their spritz is great. I love the nuvolette appetizer, which is addictive. And their pinsa is the best I've tried. It's fluffy yet has texture and is absolutely delicious. I'm looking forward to trying their Nutella nuvolette for dessert one day. read more

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I came to your restaurant tonight with my service animal. While I was not ultimately made to leave, the person maybe owner gave me a bit of a hard time. I can't tell you how exhausting that is as a person who needs this support to safely move about the world. It might be your only conversation like this in a month- but so many establishments and institutions are ignorant of the law, the need, and the urgency of constant questioning. Please, please, please review the ADA requirements. ADA.gov They are there to help people with disabilities have similar access to the rest of the public and to reduce stigma. Tonight the line of questioning was exhausting, embarrassing, and drew more attention than other customers receive. My service animal stayed in her designated spot, kept her focus on me, did not bark, jump, sniff, or bother any other customers. I recommend sticking to the legally allowed questions- is it a service animal and what service e does it provide.... And then only giving people a hard time of their animal is barking, in the middle of the pathway, or disturbing customers in some way. It's exhausting having to advocate for things that help you move about the world safely. Please don't do this to the next person that comes in with a disability and requires a service animal. read more

Poor service did not outweigh the great pizza and environment. Lengthy waits. Restaurant was empty but required to sit at the bar. I asked if they could leave my pizza in the oven an extra minute to make it extra crispy. The staff had to ask the kitchen, which was a foot away, and the kitchen said no. read more

I tried this place with a large group of 8 and they were able to accommodate us day of, which was really kind of the business owners to do last minute. The vibe was cozy, with limited seating around the large pizza oven. Definitely a cute date spot. The menu primarily consisted of "pinsas" which I had never had before. I thought these would be similar to wood fired pizzas, but they're a bit more like warm open face sandwiches or flatbreads. Not all of the pinsas have tomato sauce, and majority did not much have sauce. We tried 5 total pinsas and liked 1-2 of them. If you're looking for a pinsa most closely resembling pizza, I recommend the pepperoni. It was lacking in the amount of sauce, but the meat was really delicious. If you're a fan of charcuterie type meat on bread and ok forgoing sauce - la Gallia featured fresh cheese and lots of ham. I personally wasn't a fan of cold meat on a warm flatbread, as I prefer warm meat on pizza. This resembled a sub in taste. The Nutella pinsa that we had for dessert was definitely the highlight. It was a perfect ratio of Nutella to flatbread and very easy to share. Definitely recommend if you're in the mood for something sweet. read more

La Casina - Le Nuvolette con Nutella - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Delicious and authentic. I've lived in Italy for 1.5 years and this place has my full endorsement. Their pizza oven is actually wood-burning and the menu looks a lot like what you'll find in Rome. You can't go wrong with anything you choose! read more

La Casina - L'amatrice and La Milanese - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Best pizza I've had to date. You know you're in the right place when other patrons are speaking Italian to the master artisans manning the oven. The selection is amazing. I had the chef's special. Worth the wait! The mood is very relaxing. No rush eating. Just enjoy the culinary ride. A taste of Rome without having to be there. Sadly, I'm just visiting from California. Reservations very highly recommended. read more

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Variety of pizza. The dough was airy and light and magherita topping was awesome. The service was good but not great. The server forgot our wine after reminded her couple of times. The ambiance is very welcoming, and love the design. read more

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picture this: a hot girl euro summer but you're just sitting here! - I know it's "pinsa" not pizza....but what to the ever, this is the best pizza I've had. the freshest ingredients I've ever had on something this filling - the waitress told me the ingredients for "la Gailla" were especially fresh today so I was estatic. this bread was an unheard of combination of crispy on the outside crust, still chewy bready under the toppings, yet somehow did not leave me feeling bloated or disgusting one bit. apparently it's because the base isn't just gluten but also other ingredients - the cheese was perfectly cool to match the warm meat and crust, melted in my mouth. the lightest and savory flavor to balance the salty but not overly salty meat that was shredded into paper thin pieces - my dining companion wanted a red pie so picked the "La Milanese" after a heavy debate between the 20 different options (which all looked so good)! the best salame (a genius replacement to the classic greasy salty pepperoni) with the most obviously freshly made pomoderu sauce that still allowed for the other toppings to shine through the tomato taste - our waitress was incredibly sweet and caring. they only book reservations at 5:30 or 7:30 and the small place was very busy. the kitchen was swamped so the waitress, in the best possible way of handling the situation, brought us complimentary handmade potato chips. i think if they can come up with a more efficient kitchen/staffing method this place is golden! read more

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Make sure you make reservations! This place is really tiny and very busy. Our waitress informed us it would take a while to get our food. That sucked but the food was really good. I'd say this is more of a lunch spot for me than dinner. The menu has really good food items. It's mostly app,pizza, and wine. Don't come looking for typical Italian restaurant food it's limited and I'm fine with that. I wonder if the owners are actually from Rome? The decor is cute and the staff were nice to us. I would definitely come again. read more

Great spot for pizza! Really cute space with both indoor and outdoor option. Small space so it might be in your best interest to make reservations. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful in accommodating us. I highly recommend the la porchetta. I would definitely come back to dine here again! read more

La Casina - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Marvelous meal with great service. Dined with a group of six, all drinks and orders correct, delivered swiftly. My cacio e pepe was wonderful. I'd eat here again! read more

We felt like we were back in Italy. We dined here for two dinners during our week long stay in DC. - once on the patio on a warm evening, and the second time inside. Both evenings were completely enjoyable, with warm and timely service. The pizza is to die for. Be sure to make a reservation...they are busy, and aim for two seatings for dinner. read more

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This is the best pizza in the Washington area by far! Every one was delicious, but our surprise favorite was the Carbonara.

Excellent! Just amazing pizza...light, airy and delicious! A cute place on Capitol Hill right near the Trader Joe's and super close to Eastern Market and the Metro. I will definitely be back to try the rest of the options we didn't try today. We started with a bottle of Abruzzo wine; one of only 15,000 bottles. A crisp white that went well with everything we ate. Then ordered the chips, which I initially thought was going to be French fries, but nope...potato chips. Still they were awesome. I want more. Then we each got a pinsa. We chose the chef's special for the day and a White House. The White House was heavier and a little more like a calzone IMO. Everything was eaten though. We even ordered truffles for dessert. Our waitress was so nice and accommodating and delivered great service. Just five stars all the way around!! A must try. read more

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TL;DR, La Casina has the most authentic, traditional Italian style pizza we've found in DC. Angela and Fabrizio know their stuff. The pizza is amazing every single time. And you should ask for their La Nicolette "beignets" made with pizza dough. So tasty and it pairs great with a glass of wine. I've been wanting to update my review for a while (it's past due). As for service, we've had delightful hostess and waiter experiences. Quick to seat, friendly and helpful. Today was packed, every table full, but we got a seat at the bar right away, a glass of wine, and we got to watch fresh pizza being made. We ordered our favorite - La Milanese (with fried artichokes for an appetizer). Sitting at the bar was a good move, as Angela recommended we try something new: pizza L'Amatrice, equally delicious so I'm glad she talked us into stepping out of our comfort zone. My biggest challenge is trying to branch out - I love the La Milanese pizza so much it's hard to try anything else! We're lucky to have casa Casina nearby. If you love authentic Italian pizza, you have to come. (Footnote: our only, long past, bad service experience was right at the height of Covid when staffing was probably a nightmare - glad to report it's a thing of the past and service has been great ever since!) read more

La Casina - La Milanese & L'Amatrice - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

First of all, anyone leaving g less than four stars has no idea what they are talking about. This restaurant is a gem and should not be missed. The food was fantastic and the service was slow if you prefer to be rushed and pushed out the door. We had a party of four and I asked the waitress to bring their 6 most popular pizzas to share and they knocked it out of the park. Do not miss this place. Reasonable prices, great food and friendly staff. Go.Here.A.Lot read more