Best pizza in the Valley by far!! My husband (from New Jersey) has said multiple times that Sal's…read morehas the only pizza in Phoenix that's good - he has high standards, but I agree with him that the best pizza is at Sal's. He usually gets a plain pie (pizza with cheese), which he says is great, and I have had several different kinds of pizza during our visits to Sal's and each one has been amazing - plus, they have garlic powder at each of the tables. The calamari and tiramisu are also fantastic!! The service is always great - our servers are consistently friendly and helpful. The place is super cute and homey and can accommodate both big and small parties. It's a good thing that Sal's is 20 minutes from us, or else we would probably be here at least 3 times a week, something that would do considerable damage to both of our waistlines.

Never order just a slice. Lately, every time I've ordered a single slice instead of a whole pizza,…read moreit's been dry and thrown together. Today I ordered a pepperoni and pineapple slice, and the toppings were literally just laid on top in the center. They didn't add any extra cheese to help it melt together or make it fresh. It's like they take an old slice, throw new toppings on it, and call it good. They didn't used to do this. They used to add cheese, heat it properly, and the slices were actually good. Unfortunately, the last four or five times I've ordered a slice, it's been disappointing every time. Literally the last two slices I've gotten I took one bite, and just threw it in the trash!

We were looking for a pizza place we could dine in and that was NOT a chain- twisted pies answered…read morethe call! We walked in and the place is GORGEOUS! Immaculately decorated and I found out- they're not even done! We're planning on heading back soon to see it when it's complete and some new menu items are added. Service was fantastic and the pizza was amazing. We had the hot & sweet pizza. The salad was fresh and crisp. Their cups are adorable. Probably about 10 tables- so a nice lil spot!

Ordered via phone, and order was ready within 20-25 min…read more Got the 14" Shirley Pie + 6 brownie lava muffins. We started eating the pizza, and then decided to order another while we ate. Ended up getting another pie (Godfather 16"), which took ~30 min. It somehow got olives added and it looked the same size as the 14". We were fine with this, but I'd check the order before leaving the next time. Lava muffins were smaller than pictured on their website, but the center was a perfect gooey mess. It's probably better they were smaller, because they are quite sweet. Super friendly staff, located in an unassuming plaza. Super local feel, and the design feels like a retro diner.

I was doing an DoorDash order there and they were so nice and had amazing customer service. I was…read morehaving trouble with the DoorDash and had to cancel it then they offered to give me some food to eat and a drink. they gave me macaroni and cheese and it was delicious, very cheesy. very ambiance!

Stopped here with some friends from church around 1:30 on Sunday, and it was PACKED!…read more I got the Sausage and Carmelized onion pizza for about $14, and it was a good size! I was not able to finish it all myself, I ate maybe half of the pizza and im a 125 lb 27 year old girl. Do with that what you will. It was really good, the "traditional" crust was THIN and the onions were soooo sweet (I guess I'm not a fan of the carmelization, just raw) but besides that it was good! It was so packed but the cashier saw a table just big enough to fit all of us leaving, and offered to send someone to bus it. They were incredibly short staffed, so she ran over after ringing up her last customer and cleared and wiped down the table for us. She was working a double and explaining that the other coworker called out, so she was kind of alone for the day. But she had an AMAZING attitude and was super friendly and helpful despite carrying a heavy load. Good lighting, they have to-go boxes in the condiment area, and it's a great place to bring someone if you want to share a salad/pizza! Good portion sizes!

It's not a big restaurant for sitting while eating but there is enough room for a smaller crowd. I…read morethink most of their business is take out. We have been a few times and each time we we went we found the staff very friendly. We ordered 2 large pizzas to go. One veggies and the other cheese. We got a drink and a very light and delicious pistachio cake to eat while we waited. When the pizzas were ready one of the young men took our pizzas to our car. Now that is service. I must say the pizzas disappeared fairly fast because they were so good. We especially liked the cheese pizza. They do serve other food like wings, salads and sandwiches. Just a not they do make a 24 inch pizza. Sounds great but might be a problem putting it in the refrigerator We will return for sure. .

I am very much into New York-style pizza, and Buono's Pizza is among the best places for it in…read moreArizona. What I like about their pizza is not only that it is delicious, but also that it is reasonable for the high quality and portion size. I also like that you can customize your pizza exactly the way you want it. The crust is nice and crispy, and everything tastes fresh. Their wings are also great, and they go well with the pizza, as pizza and wings are always a good combo. I also like the atmosphere of the place, as it makes you feel like you are in a New York-like setting, and they have an old-school gaming console that takes you back to the 80s. The staff is friendly. I remember saying the restaurant's name incorrectly, and I double-checked with a staff member, who corrected me on the correct way to say it. However, he was not upset about it. Instead, he was gracious with me about it and said that it happens a lot, which I greatly appreciated. I have visited here many times now and have had a great experience each time. Looking forward to future visits and recommend it to anyone looking for a great slice of New York-style pizza in the Gilbert area.

Loved this place!! First time here. Staff (Anna & Mila) were excellent. They were friendly and very…read moreattentive. The bar tender made some very tasty drinks and took time to talk about the cocktails. The pizza was so good! The butter crust and GF crusts were the best. The owner came out and explained how they made their Italian beef. I think they put a whole block of mozzarella on a pizza. Would highly recommend!!

We went to Crave last night to celebrate my daughter's birthday. When we were seated, I let our…read moreserver know it was a special occasion. She immediately told us the kitchen would be closing in 10 minutes (we arrived at 7:19 and they close at 8), which already made the experience feel a bit rushed. We ordered a deep dish pepperoni and sausage pizza, a Caesar salad, fries, and water. The salad and fries came out quickly and were good, but we waited until 7:52 for the pizza. During that time, several staff members including what seemed to be a manager, were loudly yelling back and forth across the restaurant about staffing and schedules. With no music or TV volume, it was impossible not to hear, and it felt very unprofessional. Meanwhile, our water glasses sat empty. I had to ask three separate times for refills, and the third time I actually had to get up and find our server at the bar, where she was sitting, still discussing the schedule. When the pizza finally arrived, it was delicious. But basic things like Parmesan and pepper weren't offered. I had to flag someone down to ask. And even though we'd just received our food, the lights on the patio were turned off while we were eating, and we were brought a box very quickly, which felt like a not-so-subtle hint to leave. Overall, the food was good, but the customer service and atmosphere really took away from what should have been a nice birthday dinner for my daughter. Very disappointing experience.

New to the area and headed out to find great Italian food. And I found it. Boy did I find it…read more There are a few Vito's in the Phoenix area, and all had great reviews and photos that made my mouth water. Ultimately I chose the Mesa store because it was the original and I wanted to see Mesa. We started with a basic garlic cheese bread appetizer and it was great. The calamari was tempting but we'll save that for next time. Wife ordered fettuccine alfredo with shrimp and I ordered the usual Chicken Parmesan which came with a side of pasta. It was actually a harder choice than usual because I walked thru the restaurant before I ordered and so many dishes looked good, as did the pizza. But I went with the usual. Let's start with the wife, which truly speaks to the five stars because she frankly doesn't love Italian food. She eats it when I beg. And she loved it. She actually proactively mentioned she wanted to go back. That's like 7 stars right there it's so abnormal. I agree with her. The chicken parm was fantastic. Amazing. To top it off, our server was great and when I mentioned we were new to the area and it was our first trip she was so nice telling us the history of the original and the other stores, and the manager later stopped by to continue that conversation as the server told her we were new. I mentioned that I live closer to the Scottsdale store, and she said it's the same food and I'll like it just as much. I'll have a hard time deciding which shop to return to - it might be worth the drive to the original just for the ambiance, but I'll give the other a try soon because it was just that good! 5 stars. Or 7 if you ask my wife.

Update from June 2026: My chicken Parmesan was great in terms of flavor. I ended up swapping the…read morebreaded chicken that normally comes with the meal for grilled chicken to avoid the oils from frying. I also subbed the sunrise sauce in and it was so delicious. My only complaint was the portion size for the price. Normally I would get to chicken pieces and have leftover chicken. I remember normally going in and being able to split this dish with my husband, but this time it came with one piece of chicken. This was a little disappointed for the price point and hoping to get more protein. The other really annoying part when dining at Vito's is parking. I circled around twice including the parking lot by the car wash and State Farm and called Vito's asking for advice where to park and was told Walgreens across the street due to a big party they were having in the basement. Lastly, Vito's has a happy hour menu, the discount used to be better in the past so lately I haven't ordered from it. However, the frustrating part is in the summer the only way to benefit from them is to sit outside on the patio. I wish they allowed for seating for happy hour specials during hot summer months to be inside as well.

Good service, friendly staff and the absolute best cheesecake! Pizza very tasty as well.read more

If you're from NYC you understand pizza. It has to be thin crust and crunch when you fold it,…read moregently dripping oil down your hand as you go in for the bite. Yum! Brooklyn Vs hits the spot. Perfect heated up the next day or eaten cold, yum! Friendly staff and lots of seating. Very convenient location plenty of parking and lots of tables inside. Warm ambiance inside i always get it to go though. When craving good pizza this is the place to get it!

While heading out to another pizza joint one night, saw the lighted sign for Salerno's and did a…read morequick u-turn.. so happy we did! Plenty of parking. Upon entering place is a bit 'open' and warehouse style but the staff are welcoming making the place warm and inviting. Food: ordered the small (8 slices) Chicago cheese with sausage. Surprised it was a round pizza and gal said all others are, just this size isn't. Shape didn't deter from taste as so gooey with cheese and the Italian sausage is home made! They have a good selection of wine, beer and a bar for cocktails. No bar to sit at but plenty of tables. A good selection of items to purchase: Italian ragu, pasta, ice cream- spumoni!!!! Definitely a return visit as loved the pizza and they also have sandwiches.

Best real Italian cuisine, especially the red sauce, meatballs and pizza in the valley... casual…read moreatmosphere, friendly service and consistent quality... highly recommended

As good as it gets. Pizza is off the charts good. Have to eat it fresh because it is so thin.read more

I've been here before and it was good, but the service this time was terrible. I was getting lunch…read morewith my mom, and we got there right when they opened. I don't know the server's name, but it was a guy with black hair and a little facial hair. You'd think since we were the first customers, the food would come out pretty quick, but it took almost 40 minutes. It doesn't take that long to make a 12-inch pizza and a chicken salad. When my pizza finally came out, it was barely hot. Then about 5 minutes later, the chicken salad came. Like, really? Took 40 minutes to make a small salad. I wouldn't have minded the wait as much if the service was good, but it wasn't. The server barely checked on us, and I had to signal him just to get refills. After we finished eating, we had to wait almost another 20 minutes for the check because our table was getting ignored and I had to signal him again The food is decent, but the service this time was terrible.

I have been getting Pizza at Crust for a long time but just getting around to posting about it…read more This is true NY style pizza, foldable and all. The real surprise is the incredible value of the Sunday Monday special where you can get a 20" New York Cheese Pizza for $15. You also still have the option to add on to that base per ingredient but still, an awesome deal. This Pizza is my go to weekend place for Pizza. Not only does it feed several people at the 20" size, but it is delicious. The sauce is a simple and delicious tomato base for the toppings. The crust is incredibly soft and flavorful on it's own. I usually pick it up to take home and have never had to wait longer than 2 minutes from the time I arrive to have it brought out to my car right in front of the restaurant. Super convenient. The restaurant is in the historic area of Downtown Chandler and looks like a great place to dine inside also.

Hey Hey Kids!…read more First time at Crust Simply Italian...and there's nothing Krusty here...no clowns either. Stepping inside I expected a more intimate atmosphere, but was met with hard floors, open space in a more industrial-style building. Not typically my go-to setting as places like this can be quite loud. It was louder than I like inside with some 80s rock playing and voices echoing around...but after a few minutes it didn't bother me anymore. Our server was great and gave us a rundown on their menu and specialties. We were drawn to try the whipped ricotta appetizer and glad we did...it was unlike any appetizer I've had before...basically a smooth and sweet spread for the bread that accompanied it. We each ordered a pasta dish for our main meal...I got a spicy sausage pasta and my wife ordered the Tortellini alla Panna. The pasta was perfect sized for dinner and I was able to get a few bites of the tortellini from my wife. Both dishes were excellent. I spied a few dishes from around the restaurant and everything looked good. The to-go section was bustling with activity the entire time and the place was full except a few seats at the bar. I definitely will return and try some different dishes or their pizza! Thanks Crust for the great evening!