Husband and I went here for dinner during our first night in Charlottesville. The pizza had great textures- thin crust on the bottom but bready at the edge, and the right amount of cheese and spicy sausage topping. We each got a pizza and were able to finish both since we were starving. We loved the pizza scissors! Our server was prompt, and we felt lucky to be seated right away on a Wednesday night. Their connecting bar was having a concert outside, with what felt like hundreds of people in attendance. We also learned that we could park in the industrial warehouse lot next door since it was after 5 PM. We'll be back! read more

Lampo - Diavola pizza - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

SERVICE We came in on a rainy evening and were told the wait might be about 45 minutes...and no space to wait indoors so we sat outside in the covered patio and they came by to let us order drinks as we waited. Thankfully, got the drink and were called in early about 15 minutes into the wait. That little surprise made things start off on a good note. Once inside, we sat at the bar since there weren't tables available and we were HUNGRY and cold! Even with the weather and a busy crowd, everything felt smooth and relaxed. AMBIANCE The place was small and cozy with a warm vibe that instantly made us forget the rain outside! The cool shallot-shaped lamps over the bar gave off soft light, making the whole space feel super calm and inviting. Sitting at the bar felt right choice for us for our first time -- close enough to the energy of the restaurant and people watching and seeing the pizzas get made but still comfortable! There's a soft buzz but cozy enough to chat and just feel at home. FOOD We ordered the Abruzzo pizza with beef and pork meatballs, fiore di latte, San Marzano tomato, basil, and pecorino. It was hearty and rich but still balanced. We also wanted to try the Prosciutto pizza, which was not the favorite but still good. The San Marzano tomato sauce for the Abruzzo was the star of the show. We were sad we didn't order another pizza with the tomato sauce to switch it up but oh well, another time right?! Loved the floppiness, the tomato sauce flavor, and the crust! Have to love the scissor-plate idea -- very clever and so easy. And size of these personal small-sized pizzas perfect for 2 people so we could have room for dessert and not have leftovers! We finished with the Zeppole "donuts" which were fried ricotta donuts tossed in cinnamon sugar with a hint of lemon (which I LOVED the lemon here and cinnamon sugar worked perfectly!). They were light, warm, crispy and just what you want at the end of a meal. The food was delicious, though definitely on the pricier side ($16-$18 each for the small pizzas, $9 for dessert. Still, everything felt thoughtful and worth it for the quality! read more

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Overpriced and the flavor just isn't that consistent or good to me idk. The Paulie gee pizza is actually inedible it's like doused in hot honey and everyone who tried it said it was sickeningly sweet and it went into the trash. The prosciutto arugula pizza is bland and dry. The mushroom pizza also bland and dry. The marg and meatball pizzas are half decent but not enough to warrant a $110 bill for 4 pizzas for delivery. Sorry lampo - you're overhyped and just not that good. read more

Lampo - Margherita pizza - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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Um yum!!! Go here if you are in the C-Ville area! The pizza was amazing, and i now firmly believe that every pizza place needs to give you scissors to cut your pizza! Genius! The meatball appetizer was so good too! Service was spot on with very friendly staff. The restaurant is small so either prepared to wait or get there close to opening. The food is worth it. read more

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We stopped into Lampo last night after the football game - (party of 5: my bestie, teenage daughter, & 2 11 year-olds). The pizza itself was delicious - fresh dough, very flavorful, perfectly cooked in the brick oven. That said, the service really left something to be desired. From the moment we walked in, our server seemed irritated toward us was - very unwelcoming, unaccommodating, even asking the 11-year-olds to wait outside after having just told us that the outside was closed for service. I understand it was the end of the night, but it was impossible not to notice when she greeted another group after us in a much warmer, more accommodating way. Another big drawback: there were no accommodations for the vegan in our party. We asked if it was possible to add mushrooms or even a different vegetable to a plain tomato pizza (literally the only topping), but there wasn't any flexibility or willingness to help make that happen. Overall, the food delivered, but the experience felt uneven and I hope there's some staff training in the future so that all customers and clientele will feel welcome. I love local faves... and I'm Charlottesville regular and love sending other alum and friends to restaurants with delicious food and a great vibe. Unfortunately Lampo fell short and has left a sour taste in my mouth. read more

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Lampo makes solid, fresh pizza. I actually love ordering from their to-go location (Lampo2Go) which is a bit closer to my house than their restaurant. Their special hot honey pepperoni pizza was amazing, and I highly recommend! I only ordered takeout, but service was super fast. Restaurant looked cozy inside with a semi-open kitchen where you can see them make the pizza right in front of you! read more

Lampo - Prosciutto - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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Beautiful little intimate spot. Great for date night. Honestly some of the best pizza we've had south of the Mason/ Dixon lol! Shared the brussel sprout salad and fungi pizza. Solid cocktails as well. read more

Lampo - fungi pizza - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

This place does not take reservations and had an outdoor greeter (thankfully it is not usually too cold around here). While I arrived around opening, getting in was not a speedy process, and indeed it was a half hour past opening before I finally had a pizza (that spends ninety seconds in the oven), which matters because I was hungry from my hike. However, an excellent shredded kale appetizer sated my hunger, and the quality was there. A DOC margherita, with imported buffalo mozzarella, was only a small increase in price from the basic one, and buffalo mozzarella is hard to find. The crust had a fine note of char, and was easily cut with their fancy pizza scissors. This menu included a few other intriguing options and they do offer pizzas without cheese for those in need, but I was not disappointed that I picked the standard by which Neapolitan pizzas are judged, and you'd go a long way before you find another such pizza at this level of quality. read more

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We've ordered delivery and ate bar side at Lampo and both times have been very impressed. The bar tender made some delicious drinks for us and the food came out quickly and perfectly done. Arriving 30mins after opening on a winter Friday night, it was already 100% seated with standing room in the back. Definitely get there early, especially with a large crowd. The specials, including my the salad, sounded really good. We did order it along with bread and never got them so that will have to be on a future visit. Regardless, really good quality food and a cool atmosphere. read more

Lampo - Margarita - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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From the outside Lampo's extremely unassuming and even a bit worrisome as we walked up but upon entering, the staff greeted us quickly & with kindness, the atmosphere is warm and cozy. The service & food were great where we had the meatball appetizer, wonderful bread!, each of us ordered a pizza - margarita & meatball, then finished with a dessert. Just wish they had espresso! Would recommend fur anyone. read more

Pizza at Lampo is SO. FREAKIN. GOOD. Best pizza I've had in a while!! We didn't have reservations but luckily we grabbed the last 2 seats in the small dining room. I do not recommend coming with a large group. There is plenty of seating outside but we got there on a 92° day so we needed AC!! Service was great and friendly. Of in Charlottesville again I will absolutely go back or get take out!! read more

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Delicious pizza and outstanding service. Love the interior and outside decor. There was a line 30min before opening. Get there early. Hade a Margherita, a mushroom and a spicy pizza. The Negroni was superb. The only negative is the automatic tip that they don't tell you about. Most places are doing this so make sure to read your bill before tipping. read more

We had a fantastic dinner at Lampo! We were visiting Charlottesville for the weekend and heard from multiple friends that we needed to check out this cozy little pizza spot - it absolutely didn't disappoint. The staff are very friendly (our waitress gave us some great recommendations for other spots to eat and explore), and the vibe is warm and inviting. Food-wise, we started with a small meat & cheese board (loved their homemade bread on that!) and the meatballs in pomodoro sauce (super flavorful and juicy), then we split the DOC Margherita pizza, which was absolutely perfect (chewy crust, deep flavor, extremely fresh, and fun to cut with pizza scissors). We ended with the chocolate pudding, which was surprisingly elevated and unique - the pudding was rich and had a sweet cream mixed in to tone it down a bit, then it was topped with hazelnuts and crunchy caramelized sugar... incredible. Would absolutely recommend Lampo to anyone who loves Neapolitan pizza! read more

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I cannot emphasize how good Lampo is. I showed up 15 minutes before they opened and the line was already starting up, so I knew I was in for some great food! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful in picking out what we wanted from the menu, and the food came wickedly fast. The brussels sprouts are a can't miss. The dressing is delicious and zesty, and the hazelnuts are the perfect complement. And of course, you can't go wrong simply dumping a pile of freshly grated parmesan on anything. The main event of course is the pizza. We tried two: the Margherita D.O.C. and the Prosciutto. The difference between the classic and the D.O.C. is in the cheese, the classic is the house mozzarella and the D.O.C. is imported straight from Italy. I am sure both are amazing, but the D.O.C. did have an unbeatable creamy and buttery texture that was perfect on the pizza. The Prosciutto was an incredible bite. The meyer lemon perfectly complemented the arugula and other ingredients. The staff brought over fresh parm and red pepper flakes as well, and that added a great kick. And if you go here, do NOT miss the ricotta donuts. They are perfectly soft inside, with a delicious crunch. They're also served with meyer lemon, and that squeeze cuts through the richness to create a perfect bite. I swear, everything I ate here was better than the last. I cannot wait to return, and in the meantime I have ordered from their takeout a few times! read more

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We won't go back. Greeter/manager shows you to your seat as if she is a prison warden. No smile. No greeting. Just shoves the menus on the table and walks away. Cordiality is part of the experience; not a Lampo. There are many excellent restaurants in the area, do yourselves a favor and skip Lamp. read more

Lampo is one of our favorite pizza spots in town. It's constantly busy, so get there before opening to wait in line for a table if you want to eat first thing. Otherwise, put your name in and head over to Bar Baleno next door for a cocktail prior. There isn't a ton of seating, but they've done a nice job of using the space they have. It's a very intimate setting; going with large groups might be a challenge, but they'll make it work! Their cocktails are delightful, pizza is tasty and perfectly Neapolitan style. We have enjoyed their specials, salads, and meatballs too. Everyone is quite friendly and welcoming. They've got the perfect package! read more

Lampo - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Perfect in every way. Indoor and outdoor seating. Plenty of parking. Popular so there was a bit of a wait. But even the wait was enjoyable as they have a bar with affordable cocktails, beer and wine right next door. Food was delicious. read more

We just had the most amazing experience here at Lampo. The food was delicious with incredible service. Zac was our server he did not miss a beat. Was very attentive and knowledgeable about the food. We ordered a little of everything thinking we could take back home what ever we don't finish, but that did not happen, on the contrary we ordered more food it was that good. 10/10 read more

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The love of my life! I was heartbroken when the restaurant closed for renovations but I welcome it back with open arms. For appetizers, I recommend the meatballs AND the Brussels sprouts salad. The melted cheese on the meatballs melts my heart. The crisp salad is the perfect palate cleaner before the pizzas arrive. The Margherita DOC is everything I want and more. The fungi is also a solid choice and I also peruse the specials menu for a fun change of pace. I love Lampo's crust because it's thin and yet so chewy. I sneak the crust with charred bits for extra flavor. Pro tip: save the leftover meatball sauce and dip the crust in it. Lastly, do not skip on the dessert. The chocolate pudding is so dreamy... I mean creamy. I love the sweet and crunchy candy bits that compliment the rich and slightly bitter chocolate. Truly the perfect finish to the best meal in Charlottesville. read more

Lampo - fungi pizza - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Best pizza I've ever had. Salads were amazing. The drinks were delicious. We had a great time and left feeling that we'd had a very special meal. read more

Lampo - Brussels Sprouts - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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Came to Lampo during my sister's Bachelorette Party. We had a whole mix of food including: Cesar Salad - 3/5 - Basic Ceasar nothing crazy here Porchetta Sandwich - 10/5 - I still think about this sandwich months later. Can't find anything like this in Austin. Was the perfect sandwich. Absolutely a must-order. Margherita - 4/5 - Super good! Pepperoni - 4/5 - Super good! Well worth the visit if you're in town! read more

This restaurant was phenomenal! There's usually a bit of a wait...because they are amazing, but well worth the wait! There is seating outside while you wait and they serve drinks to help with the wait. The pizza is simple and fresh ingredients that are delicious. Their dessert was the bomb as well. My fiancé and I got to sit at the bar and were very well attended to. Recommend this place all around. read more

Lampo - Budino - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

The space itself is pretty small but it feels cozy. The service at the bar was really nice and we were well taken care of. The pizza order did take a while to come out but this was due to a lot of orders and each pizza is handmade and cooked in the pizza oven. The pizza dough was cooked well and the meatball topped pizza was great. Would come again and the wait for the pizzas is well worth it. read more

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I love living in Charlottesville. But I am often reminded of the old saying from NYC: "Little Italy is no place for a hungry man". There's a fuss about Lampo. And I think the crust and pizza is generally a yummy thing. They don't put much on their pizza for topping. That's always a disappointment. read more

The pizza was divine. This is our second time going and we ordered desserts this time. So good! I'm glad we live in Raleigh and not Charlottesville because we would be there every night. read more

Although I have known one of the owners for over 20 years, this is the first time stopping in. And I must say we were thoroughly impressed with the service ambience and the exceptional food preparation. Come early as there is limited seating, both inside and outside. We arrive shortly after 5 PM after they had opened it still had to wait as the mass of people wanting to get in there with us. We tried two appetizers two different pizzas, salad, and both desserts all of which were extremely delicious I'm sorry it's taking me so long to make it by but Andrew and the staff are doing exceptionally fantastic job. Bravo. read more

Delicious food - pizza, meatballs, dessert was all wonderful, delicious, and served hot. Our friendly waitress helped explain the menu and make recommendations. We loved the atmosphere- small chatter, laughter, and a fun place. Did I mention how good the food was? Yum! read more

Overrated Pizza was average! Salad just okay. Overheard staff and they are resting on their laurels. Would not recommend!

Good pizza, even better atmosphere. Great cocktails, and the pizzas are made seriously. The classic Margherita D.O.C. was delicious, and the funghi (mushroom) pizza less so (although the funghi pizza tasted better as a leftover. Opens late at night, and is a great option to have especially when most other businesses are closed. read more

Absolutely love this place - ambiance/vibe was perfect. Limited seating but super wholesome vibe exactly what you want to catch up with a bestie or for a date night. Everyone loved the pizza they got - we tried the prosciutto and funghi. All the employees were super kind and personable. With a group of five we had no problem getting a table on a Saturday night. read more

Lampo - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

[Review from 2017] I came here with a friend one weekday evening. The place is kinda small so not good for groups. We sat at the 'bar' and could see the oven in the back. They have hooks underneath the counter to hang your belongings. We ordered a pizza and each had a glass of red wine. Pizza and wine was amazing, but how long it took to get our pizza was not. It took about an hour for us to get the pizza and there really wasn't that many people eating in. But man was the pizza delicious. Fresh dough flavorful toppings. The wine pairing was phenomenal as well, one of the best I've had. Stuff here is on the pricier side, but the quality is there. Maybe it was a one off on how long it took to get our food. If that improves, I would be more than happy to come back. read more

Ordered on Grubhub and I paid dearly but IT WAS WORTH IT!!!! I got the mushroom pizza, chop salad and the ricotta donuts. The pizza was amazing because I love mushrooms and the crust had the perfect pull and char. That chop salad was equally delicious with absolutely no complaints. I thought that I didn't have enough salad dressing, but it was the perfect amount actually. The donuts are a MUST try. They look funny, but looks are deceiving. I can't remember how many came with the order because I basically inhaled them. They were a little crunchy on the outside with the cinnamon and sugar while super soft on the inside! Delicious! I don't want regular donuts anymore. I want some more!. I am keeping Lampo on the list and will visit every time that I'm in town. Charlottesville has some great food and I put Lampo up at the top for pizza. read more

The pizza here is incredible! We had bread, Brussels sprouts and a salad and pizza. Absolutely delicious. The crust held up beautifully and passed the fold test. 10/10 recommend. The ambiance and service were wonderful as well. We loved how the timing of our food came out. read more

Lampo - Prosciutto pizza - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

I don't think no less than three people, none of whom live in C'ville, told me that I had to get a pie at Lampo. I was told it may be the best pizza I'll ever had. I heard that before COVID-19, when people could dine inside, they serve your pizza and cut it with scissors. When I arrived in Charlottesville for my week-long getaway my friends started asking me if I've been to Lampo yet. You can imagine the energy that was created towards Lampo at this point. The bar was raised even higher with some of the hurdles that came about before finally getting a pie. The odd Wednesday - Saturday hours meant I had to wait till halfway through the week to try it. After I ordered online I saw there was going to be a 90-minute wait til it would ready. That's Chicago deep-dish level of preparation time here. Don't worry, it was worth every single moment it to for me to get a pie. It was indeed the freshest Neopolitan/Italian style pizza I've ever had. I'm not a fan of red sauce on my pizza and seeing a pie that was more traditional with the little pieces of cheese spread out made me skeptical but I LOVED their robust tomato sauce. The little saucers of mozzarella were nothing less than amazing. While I would have like a larger portion of the meat-oriented toppings of my Diavola, they complemented what was a simple yet well-executed dish. Honestly, I may have to make a return stay in Charlottesville just so I can go back to Lampo. read more

Lampo - Diavola - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Absolutely incredible and a must-go-to establishment! We visited this intimate and charming restaurant as it was one of the few places open late with a full menu and drinks. When we arrived we were greeted and seated quickly right inside the door. The space is small yet vibrant and cozy and we immediately felt at home despite being from out of town. The pizza selection - all Neapolitan style, perfectly sized for yourself or sharing if you're generous - was delightful. A flavor profile and taste for every palette, with local and exotic farm-sourced ingredients. After ordering beautifully made cocktails (again with the most considerate ingredients and combinations), our pizzas arrived. While I don't recall the name of mine it was the "spicy" one, with a beautiful simple red sauce that was perfect, complete with amazing dollops of cheese and a beautiful chili oil to round out the flavor and texture. I love leftovers and I try to eat mindfully most of the time but all of that was out the window here because the pizza was THAT GOOD. I couldn't stop and ate the entire thing with pride. Perfectly flavored crust was cooked to perfection with salty blisters on the edge. The center was paper thin yet cooked and held the simple sauce and cheese perfectly, making you cradle it just so as you prepared for a bite. Slicing the pizza with the fun pizza scissors they give you was also a blast and something I've never done before! We were in Charlottesville for 4 days and every day I wanted to go back here and sadly we were unable. I still think about this pizza often and crave it - that's how perfect it was! If it wasn't a 7 hr drive away, I'd be here every week. Do yourself a favor and stop in for a beautiful meal that is a cut above the rest. Cannot recommend highly enough! read more

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I'm just passing through town and needed a place to eat dinner. When checking places near me, I saw the Neapolitan pizza and had to go! The place is tiny so there was a wait but it didn't take long to be seated. I sat at the bar, so I had a view of the pizza oven. The music seemed to only be in the kitchen and was a strange choice for the vibe of the restaurant but the place is tiny and charming. The pizza was so good; if I lived here, I would definitely be back! read more

Lampo - Live music - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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Our family ordered FIVE appetizers and two pizzas and every single bite was delicious! As a vegetarian, I appreciate the variety in flavors and ingredients. Truly, everything is unique! We will definitely be back! read more

Lampo - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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Amazing Neapolitan style pizza!! My husband and I tried the fungi pizza (mushroom with white sauce) and it was incredible. The cream sauce on the pizza had so much flavor and paired well with the mushrooms. We also ordered the meatball pizza and it was equally awesome. The meatballs were so good!! This pizza was recommended by our waitress and it did not disappoint. They offer a variety of wine and beer as well as craft cocktails that looked amazing. Very cute inside and great ambiance. Highly recommend!! read more

Lampo - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

I will start by saying I really like Lampo. We try to hike up in Raphine once a year and we always stop at Lampo on our way back home to Chesapeake - it has become a little tradition. We went yesterday and I was a bit disappointed. I'll start with service. Waitress was a bit cold. Not very friendly. I usually don't care about that. I go for the food and servers can have bad days. But when the food is off AND the service... then I mention it in the review. Now on to the food. The Margherita pizza is my favorite but this time had barely any cheese on it. I feel like I paid 19 dollars for sauce and bread. When I mentioned how the cheese was lacking, the waitress said " I can bring you some grated cheese". Not really what I was hoping for, but I said ok. To add insult to injury ... the bill came and I was charged 2 dollars for the grated cheese. On top of the 19 dollar "sauce bread". Really Lampo? Who does that??!! You serve pizza. Cheese comes with pizza!!! Not cool. The olives are also one of my favorite dishes. Ordered that too - no complaints there. The ginger beer was very refreshing. But the ending was the kicker. We asked for TWO separate checks. We were a party of three. Waitress told us it couldn't be done. But told us we could figure out who owed what and could use two separate cards for one bill. ( how is that any easier?) So now we had to pull out a calculator and itemize all our charges including the taxes and service charges and the added tip. I think after this experience we will be looking for a new "after hike meal" to add to our tradition. read more

Lampo - Italian Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Really small and really charming- such a cute place!! We really liked the food and the atmosphere!! We had great service and enjoyed our experience here!! We ordered bread and meatballs for an appetizer, and liked them both- actually the meatballs(you get 6-) would be a good light entree, I might just get that next time!! We ordered the mushroom pizza, the margherita pizza, and the hell-boy. All were great-I really loved the mushroom one!! And also the margarita one!! Following the suggestions from our fellow "yelpers" we had to order the donuts as a dessert to share-they were really delicious!! read more

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