I lived in Northern Italy for 6 years; Mozzafiato took me straight back to pizzerias on the Adriatic Sea, Pisa, Livorno, and Sardegna. Antipasto: Caprese, fried mozzarella, and bread basket. Pro:All were delicious, con: no butter came with the bread. Meals: pizzas- Harbor Bridge and La Carne (w/jalapeños). The Italian sausage is so savory on both. If you're a carnivore, go with the La Carne! Calzone: perfectly cooked, crispy crust and HOT stuffing (could use extra side of marinara sauce). All-in: enough leftovers to feed 7 ppl lunch the next day! Jerry was the perfect host/waiter, we were never left waiting for drink refills and he's original staff since the restaurant's opening (plenty of stories). If the Pizza Urge hits you (3x a week for me) while in CC, definitely stop in this perfect hole-in-the-wall pizzeria and keep your forks for dolce! read more

We stumbled across this gem thanks to yelp! From the moment we arrived, something about the cozy patio with the red and white checker tablecloths said: You're About To Have Your Socks Knocked Off. Walking in? Same thing. The restaurant was full of lively chatter, smiling faces, and aromas to warm the heart & soul. &The food was absolutely amazing We ordered fried mozzarella to start and it came out hot and fresh. The cheese pull was absolutely insane and the marinara to wash it down with was perfect. After, we enjoyed an Il Martino pizza & also built our own pizza. The Il Martino was out of this world tasty and unique: the white sauce, the chorizo, the red onions and cilantro sheeeesh! The only thing I would have changed myself was maybe without the serranos, usually we enjoy them but yesterday they were extremely spicy‍ The pizza we built was insane too We really enjoyed that there was an option to choose between red sauce, white sauce, and pesto for the base with over 15 toppings to choose from: this really gives you range to go wild & enjoy different offerings. Our only complaint is that we didn't come with more room & an honorable mention is the owner (or manager perhaps) was extremely kind & involved on the dining room floor. He delivered our pizza & even served us each our first slice, a very nice touch. We wish Mozzafiato many years of success & are thankful they're here for everyone to enjoy! (check out boarri next door too!) Be back soon! read more

Mozzafiato - Pizza: DESTROYED - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

- New #1 Pizza in Corpus Christi First visit to Mozzafiato, and I didn't expect to say this--but they are now my number one pizza spot in Corpus Christi. That title used to belong to B&J's. It's officially changed. Right as we were walking in, one of the staff members was helping an elderly lady out the door, taking his time and clearly going out of his way for her. That told me a lot about this place before we even sat down. The restaurant is spotless, and the decor is awesome--authentic, warm, and thoughtfully done. With mandolin music playing, the atmosphere feels genuinely Italian, not staged. Comfortable, inviting, and full of character. We started with the bread basket, and the marinara is phenomenal--rich, balanced, clearly house-made, and honestly good enough to order on its own. It immediately tells you this kitchen respects the fundamentals. The Zeus salad was fresh, well-portioned, and absolutely not an afterthought. Clean flavors and a perfect lead-in to pizza. Then the test that matters: the classic pepperoni pizza--my baseline for judging any pizza place. Excellent New York-style crust with the right bite, great sauce-to-cheese balance, quality pepperoni, and slices that hold up from first to last. Every bite confirmed it--this is top-tier pizza. Service was outstanding. MacKenzie was our server, and it was her first day--you would never know it. She was amazing: attentive, smiling, genuinely happy, and a lot of fun. Jerry, the manager, was on point and clearly cares about how the place runs. We also had the pleasure of meeting Marc, the owner--super pleasant, happy, and genuinely fun to talk to. You can feel the pride and positive energy behind this place. We sat at the bar, enjoyed ice-cold beer, and they also serve wine, which rounds everything out perfectly. On top of all that, the pricing is probably the best in town for this level of service, atmosphere, and quality of food. Bottom line: Mozzafiato is now my #1 pizza spot in Corpus Christi. Great food, great people, great atmosphere, and outstanding value. They earned every bit of this ranking. Done. Tower is back in -- and that's the hard stop. Here's the final, locked ranking exactly as you want it. No filler, no extras. Michael's Corpus Christi / Area Pizza Rankings (FINAL) 1. Mozzafiato NEW #1 * Best overall combination of pizza quality, service, atmosphere, and value * Authentic Italian feel, spotless dining room, mandolin music * Exceptional people culture (MacKenzie, Jerry, Marc) * Beer & wine, great bar seating Clear winner. Earned. 2. B&J's Pizza * Former #1 * Still very good, still respected * Slightly edged out on full experience and atmosphere 3. MG's Pizza Moved up * Old-school, legit pizza * Worth the drive * Honest, consistent, no nonsense 4 Brooklyn Pie * Solid New York-style pizza * Good slices, but not as complete an experience as the top three 5 Panjo's Pizza Parlor * Local staple with nostalgia * Decent pizza, not elite tier 6 Tower Pizza Re-added * Deserves a spot on the list * Not competing for the crown, but earns inclusion 7 Mia & Mia's Pizzeria Very good and authentic, with a great atmosphere read more

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This was such a great slice! The crust was perfectly crisp, seasoned sauce, fresh ingredients, and good ambiance. We added some hot honey on their Harbor Bridge pizza and were in heaven. It's texturally perfect with the snap of the crust, soft ricotta, the chew of the sausage, and the flavor bombs of cherry tomato. (Add Serrano for an extra kick) The owner also came over and introduced himself! He seemed genuinely pleased to meet everyone and made sure our drinks were topped off as well. We look forward to our next visit! read more

Mozzafiato - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

Nice clean dining area with table cloths to create ambiance of an Italian cafe. Great thin crust pizza!! We had the meat pizza - carne. Our server Nathan was very friendly and helped us make a great choice, of tasty large Caesar Salad and dessert Italian cream cake !! read more

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First visit to Mozzafiato was on a week night and the pizza was fabulous. Second visit on a Friday night not so good. The crust was burnt on our pizza and our friend's calzones. My Caesar salad was half croutons. They opened a side area to the restaurant and I guess haven't figured out how to serve so many people. I will return as the flavor was good. I hope they will be successful. read more

I've been to NY & Pennsylvania & their pizza isn't on their level. This is more than pizza. This is family and a unique style of restaurant & I don't tend to give reviews like this but, mozzafiato is 1 of 1. Service is the best in the world & they deserve the world & more. read more

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Being from Chicago, me & my family know pizza. Not that deep dish crap either. I'm talkin good thin crust. True Chicagoans know what I mean - "tavern style". Mozzafiato comes damn close and cooks up an outstanding pie. You can taste it in the fresh ingredients and the crispy charred crust. After moving to CRP a couple years ago, we've been hard pressed to find great food! Mozzafiato definitely checks the box for pizza! A great find and wish them the very best! Great friendly staff and a very welcomed feeling. Get the "Harbor" pizza and add roasted garlic- thank me later. It's heavenly. read more

Was hesitant to try this place because it had so few reviews but OMG!! I'm so glad we came here. The food here is incredible. You can tell they make the pizza from scratch with fresh ingredients. I truly believe anything you get here will be delicious. The owner (I assume) came out and greeted us while simultaneously working the floor. You can tell he really cares about the business which I love. It was honestly pretty packed for a Monday night which is also a good sign. I'm so glad we gave this place and try and will definitely be back!! read more

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Awesome experience - food, service and environment. A very nice casual Italian experience. The bread basket was incredible (rosemary bread and marinara sauce), as was the pizza and homemade cheesecake. read more

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We ordered takeout on a Thursday evening around 6:00 pm, and the kitchen was clearly in the middle of a strong dinner rush. Even so, the food reflected good organization and attention to detail--always something I notice as a chef. The Il Martino pizza was the highlight. The crust was properly fermented and baked--light but sturdy, with good color and structure for takeout. The chorizo brought the right amount of spice, the serrano added heat without overpowering, and the white sauce was well balanced, not greasy or overly heavy. Toppings were evenly distributed, which tells me someone is paying attention on the line. Both salads showed restraint and balance. The Caprese was fresh and clean--good mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil used with intention. The balsamic drizzle complemented without masking the ingredients. The spinach salad was well composed, with proper texture contrast and a dressing that was seasoned correctly and not heavy‑handed. The fettuccine Alfredo with shrimp was handled well, especially for takeout. The sauce stayed emulsified and creamy, not broken or cloying. Pasta was cooked properly, and the shrimp were tender--not overcooked, which is often a challenge during busy service. One unexpected star was the dinner roll served with the caprese and pasta--exceptionally soft, flavorful, and honestly show‑stealing for something so simple. Dessert was the Italian cream cake, and it delivered. Moist crumb, balanced sweetness, and portioned appropriately--it tasted like something made in‑house or sourced thoughtfully, not an afterthought. Overall, this was a strong showing from a busy kitchen. The food traveled well, flavors were clean and intentional, and execution stayed consistent despite the volume. That tells me there's good leadership and systems in place. I'd confidently order again--and I'm interested to see how it shines dining in. read more

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Mozzafiato is best pizza in Corpus Christi 2nd to none!!! The service is always great every time my wife and I have been going there yet to disappoint. My favorite pizza there are as follows the Harbor Bridge Pizza, fried mozzarella , the Zeus salad and you can't forget dessert ! Get the blueberry cheesecake thank me later!! Nice cozy family environment for ambiance!!! read more

Great food, wine, and service. Got a large salad, large pizza and large calzone. Plenty of food for 5 plus leftovers!! read more

Mozzafiato - Large custom pizza - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

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Yum, yum, yum. Go! Delicious wings, really good pizza, the crust was my fave. Great service, the owner was making his rounds and checking on everyone. They've only been open for a few weeks, but this is the spot! read more

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If you are looking for a great dining experience, this is it! Our server, Roxy, was very helpful in our food selection and with providing us with a wonderful dining experience. Staff were all very friendly. We had the lemon pepper chicken wings and the "I'll Giardino d'Italia" pizza with added pepperoni and their special meatballs. It was served hot with fresh toppings. Delish! The wings were also a hit. Both were well priced. We even tired the most delicious Italian Cream Cake. The location is very welcoming and family friendly. I highly recommend this place for an enjoyable dining experience. read more

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Came by on a Saturday (three weeks ago) and the line was out the door and with such limited seating, we decided to skip. But wifie insisted she wanted to try it, so I went in to order a take-out pie on Sunday. I ordered the La Carne large and a couple of extra toppings and on advise ordered a large Zeus salad. So I'm going to account to MY part in this to the fact they were packed and things felt rushed all around me. So, a large La Carne is $26 and each topping (mushrooms and black olives) were $1.50 each. All told, that's $29 for a large meaty pizza. The salad adds $10. I should have done the math but just felt happy to being served. "That will be $54 (and change)...I hand over cash and get a little back. So $55 for a pizza and salad. What's even MORE poetic is that I drive all the way back across town and there isn't an ounce...a SCRAP of meat on the pizza. Given the drive I was almost willing to accept that I'd been taken but not when I sat for a second and decided I'm heading back over. I didn't have a receipt...they didn't give me one. I took it back in and showed someone NEW (original order take I'm told was the owner) was nowhere to be seen. I was very lucky they took my word about the original order. Had to wait for a new pie and finally get back home. The pizza was OK, I've definitely had better...but given what I had to go through...it most definitely is nothing special enough to warrant the trip across town. Advice I can give? GET A RECEIPT AND CHECK THE MATH. Secondly, if you're ordering to go?? CHECK YOUR PIE BEFORE YOU LEAVE!! They got my money...took me for a ride...and I'll never return. read more

Mozzafiato - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

Decided to try this new pizza place after driving by. Located near downtown, this spot is cozy and quaint. Due to the size, there is limited seating so I'd suggest arriving early. They offer a great selection of New York style thin crust pizzas. With the option to customize your to your liking. The staff is small but efficient. The pizza is phenomenal and I definitely recommend the Harbor Bridge! read more

Mozzafiato - Il Martino - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

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If you're craving authentic New York-style Italian food, Mozzafiato delivers in a big way. My group ordered the calzone, fried mozzarella, and two pizzas - the Harbor Bridge and Il Giardino D' Italia - and everything was excellent. The pizza was so reminiscent of what I grew up eating as a kid in Staten Island, NY, that I actually had to ask if they were from New York. That's the highest compliment I can give - it brought me right back to the authentic flavors of my childhood. The crust, the sauce, the cheese - they nailed it. The fried mozzarella and calzone were equally impressive, showing that their expertise extends beyond just pizza. Every dish we tried was prepared with care and authentic Italian-American technique. Adding to the personal touch, the owner Marc stopped by our table during dinner, sharing stories from his background in the restaurant business and his passion for authentic Italian cuisine. He was incredibly friendly and engaging, making us feel like old friends and enhancing the already warm atmosphere. If you're from the New York area or just appreciate genuine New York-style Italian food, Mozzafiato is a must-visit. They've captured that hard-to-replicate taste that makes you feel like you're back in the boroughs. read more

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Very Delicious Food also Pizza was excellent and Service was very Professional and polite

Fresh dough! Fresh quality ingredients! Outstanding servers and back of the house make this an easy choice! Okay I know you see that a lot but this seriously old school Italian restaurant pizza and you will never be disappointed. You actually feel like you are in a New York pizza joint. Great decoration too. read more

Mozzafiato - Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

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Great new locally-owned Pizzeria. Pizza was cooked well, had good ratio of sauce to cheese, and I enjoyed the basil and cherry tomatoes on the Margherita. Pizzas are only 2 sizes, 12" or 16". The 16" was enough for two hungry people on a late lunch. Service was fast and friendly and the atmosphere was good. They were pretty busy on a Sunday afternoon, but there were open tables and no wait read more

Mozzafiato - Margherita pizza - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

We were looking for a pizza / Italian restaurant open on a Monday evening and we all were so happy when we found this local gem. The owner & staff immediately greeted us and even showed us their amazing pizza oven which was very impressive. Ambiance & the (2) Pizzas were fantastic including the tasty & fresh caprese salad !! My golf cap is off too the owner Mark and we will be back very soon. Support Local!!!!! read more

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Absolutely delightful! From the food to the service and ambiance, I enjoyed my visit for a long, lingering lunch. Started with a caprese salad, then the garden pizza (Il giardino d'Italia) with a side of meatballs, and topped off the meal with dessert and coffee. The decor feels homey, yet elevated with red checkered tablecloth and wrought iron wall hangings. I've been to Italy several times, and the food is comparable! Great quality, delicious, with very friendly attentive service. The owner Marco made a point to introduce himself and ask how everything was. One suggestion -- change the name of the "cream" cake. The name is misleading as it isn't creamy at all (but it does feature homemade whipped cream flourishes). The homemade cake has pecans, coconut and almond flavoring, so a name like nut cake is more fitting. In Italian that would be torta di noci. Hope to see that on the menu next time I visit! And definitely add tiramisu as a dessert option. read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE the fresh scrumptious pizza tastes so good .The wings,pizza,Italian cream cake ! To die for ,5 stars bc the service was so attentive & amazing read more

Mozzafiato - Build your own : white sauce, prosciutto, baby spinach, artichokes, Kalamata olives - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

The service was great ... all the way down to the owner really being involved and present with both food and customers. I had the spinach salad and a pizza and they were both fabulous. Highly recommended. Can't wait to go back with my family. read more

Mozzafiato... wood fired oven pizza, but much much more... relatively reasonable for a sit down restaurant. Impressive menu. I'd recommend to give them a try. read more

We had such a great experience here! We were there to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday with a party of 8 and our server, Marty, was fabulous! Our salads, appetizers and pizza were so good and all came out together which was so nice! P.S. Great wine list too! We will be back! read more

Food was so good! Our server was also very attentive and super sweet. Great cheese pull on the fried mozzarella and the pizza was delicious! Definitely coming back to try another pizza read more

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Excellent food in a cozy atmosphere. This was our second visit, and everything was just as wonderful as the first. Highly recommend! Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and made excellent suggestions, which made the experience even better. read more

Mozzafiato - Chicken Alfredo - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

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Super great pizza! The Martino pizza was excellent ( chorizo) Isaac the waiter was terrific! I will definitely be back with friends. Just be aware of the jittery waitress with the multi colored hair. She definitely needs a cigarette break and career change. read more

This is incredible pizza, fresh salads, and the personal touch of the owner working the floor and listening to guests...an absolute formula for success! The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for a date night or casual meal...guests feel comfortable in suits or shorts. The sauce and crust make the pizza special. We love a thin crust pizza with sauce that is well-seasoned and unique. Mozzafiato checks all of those boxes plus has a good selection of beer, wine and soft drinks. If you want a memorable lunch or dinner with servers who pay great attention and an owner who works hard to make guests feel welcome and appreciated, this is a must-try restaurant! read more

The PIZZa...AMAZING !! Cheesecake...Amazing !! Friendly and delicious!! The service...5 Star We will be back! read more

Great, speedy service and relaxing ambiance. We went during lunchtime on a Tuesday and there was plenty of seating available. The owner, Mark, was incredibly kind and even served us our pizza. If you're looking to support a small business in Corpus Christi, start here! Everything was yummy and we'll definitely be returning! read more

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Great place with great food. Everyone was extremely friendly & attentive. Met & spoke with the Owner, Mark who was really kind and helpful. We enjoyed seeing him assist his staff while balancing multiple things at once. The entire vibe was also really calm, chill, and family friendly. read more

Mozzafiato - Margarita pizza with Cesar salad - Pizza Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

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Truly enjoyed our first experience. Great customer service and food. We ordered beer, wine, fried mozzarella, the Zeus salad and pizza. Everything was fresh and delicious! Our server, Jerry, was so kind and attentive. He checked on us frequently and made our experience enjoyable . We will definitely be back to enjoy again! read more

My bf and I went for lunch & lived it! We had a nice salad with a pizza and it was delicious. Honestly, it was probably the best pizza I've ever had. The Italian sausage was so good and the ricotta was smooth and super tasty! Can't wait to go back. read more

Very nice atmosphere the owner of the place is very nice and will serve you first pizza piece of pizza the place is decorated very cute. The Greek salad is yummy. Very yummy and the pizza is very yummy. read more

Service was great actually more like exceptional. Pizza was great as were the apps. Going back soon !!

This is my favorite pizza in the city, it might even be the best Corpus has to offer. However, if you dine in, DO NOT let Jerry be your waiter. He's very unprofessional. Do not let Jerry ruin your pizza experience. My review should not be a 1 star - but Jerry made me! read more

Food was excellent and service even better. The staff was welcoming and very friendly.