Category: Pizza

  • Pizza Review – Uncle Maddio’s 16″ Extra Large CYO

    Pizza Review – Uncle Maddio’s 16″ Extra Large CYO

    Rating: 8.3/10 Sauce Excellent balance of herbs and spice. The herb pesto base adds depth, and the spice level enhances without overpowering. Cheese The mozzarella stands out. Distinct flavor with fresh mozzarella providing creaminess and a noticeable taste difference from standard blends. Crust Just the right amount of crispiness while maintaining a pleasant chew. Perfectly…

  • Gus Franco’s Pizza Review – Lower Burrell, PA

    Gus Franco’s Pizza Review – Lower Burrell, PA

    Location and First Impressions Gus Franco’s in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania, made a great first impression. There was plenty of parking, and the place itself was well-kept and inviting. Inside, you can see the wood stacked next to a true wood-fired oven, which instantly set the tone. This wasn’t just for show. They are really doing…

  • Cousin Basils – Sigel, PA

    Cousin Basils – Sigel, PA

    Score: 6.5 Cousin Basils isn’t a dedicated pizzeria. It’s a family-style restaurant that happens to serve pizza. And while pizza isn’t their specialty, they still put out a solid product. I ordered a pepperoni pizza to go, and it was warm, fresh, and hit the spot, especially since it was the only place open when…

  • Pizza Review: TA Travel Center – Walton, KY

    Pizza Review: TA Travel Center – Walton, KY

    Rating: 4.2 Stopping at the TA Travel Center in Walton, KY, I decided to try their cheese pizza. It’s not a destination-worthy slice, but for a traveler looking for a quick bite right off the exit, it’s serviceable. Highlights: Overall, it’s below average compared to most pizzerias, but if you’re on the road and in…

  • Pizza Review: John’s Pizzeria of Saltsburg – Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza

    Pizza Review: John’s Pizzeria of Saltsburg – Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza

    Location: John’s Pizzeria, Saltsburg, PA Rating: 6.7/10 – very good! As part of my search across Western Pennsylvania for the perfect pizza, I recently tried the pepperoni and sausage pizza from John’s Pizzeria in Saltsburg. This pizza has some great qualities and comes in at a solid 6.7, which I consider a very good rating.…

  • Pizza Review: Ianni’s of Vandergrift – Large Pepperoni

    Pizza Review: Ianni’s of Vandergrift – Large Pepperoni

    Location: Ianni’s of Vandergrift, 133 Grant Ave, Vandergrift, PA 15690 Rating: 8.1/10 During my search for the perfect pizza across Western Pennsylvania, I stopped by Ianni’s of Vandergrift to try their large pepperoni pizza. This pizza stands out as an all-around great option, with no component falling short. At just under $20 for a large…

  • Pizza Review: Aviva Brick Oven – Bianco Pizza
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    Pizza Review: Aviva Brick Oven – Bianco Pizza

    Location: Aviva Brick Oven, 16099 Perry Hwy, Warrendale, PA 15086 Rating: 7.6/10 On a recent trip to Aviva Brick Oven, I decided to try their Bianco pizza, a white pizza that swaps traditional tomato sauce for a cheese-forward flavor profile. After tasting it, I can confidently say that it was a solid pizza with some…