Sunday, June 27, 2010

Pie Pizzeria - Dayton, Ohio

I'd just recently heard tell of a little place called Pie Pizzeria, thanks to an ad my friend showed me, where the place was very clearly calling Cousin Vinny's bluff on their late night eats lockdown. Let it be known that Food vs. Face is no stranger to Cousin Vinny's, and I've eaten just as many times sober as I have, uh...not sober. And it's good pizza. It's not spectacular, but it's good, cheap, and they'll deliver until 4 a.m. I hate to be the one to tell you this, and Vinny's - I'm so, so sorry - but there's a new sheriff in town, and that sheriff's name is Pie Pizzeria.

My friend Melanie who showed me the aforementioned ad raved about the pizza, and drooled over their 8 pound stuffed pie, the Fughetaboutit. Their online menu doesn't seem to have as much info as the print one I saw, but it's enough info to make an order. It also boasts the "Bigger 10," which is a 16" 1 topping pizza, 8 breadsticks and 2 cans of soda.

After spending all day cooking in the sun at a family reunion yesterday, my sister, myself and our beaus decided no one wanted to stand around in a hot kitchen and cook, and that this would be the prime time to try the new joint. So, we ordered the Bigger 10 and an additional large pie. Note: It should be mentioned that these photos were taken of reheated pizza. The ones taken last night came out with the big-foot effect again.


I should also note that we have nearly 12" dinner plates and the breadsticks still hung over the side. I've honestly never seen breadsticks this gigantor, and to boot - they were delicious. I have to admit, I have a soft spot for Cousin Vinny's breadsticks (cheese dust and cheese sauce...om nom nom). So, Pie hasn't yet won the breadstick battle with me.

But the pizza, now that's a different story. As far as delivery goes, this is probably some of the best pie I've ever had. I never order from large chains like Domino's, but this is far better than CV's, LaRosa's, Sarpino's and maybe Corleone's. The tops of the crust (same as the breadsticks) have a parmesan-herb dusting that's divine. I'm not sure if they make their own sauce, but it's in the same category as Troni's marinara, which is saying a lot. Not too sweet, not overly salty or acidic. The crust itself is great, and almost pastry-like in its density. A lot can also be said for the perfect amount of cheese. It's not triple bypass cheese like Pizza Hut, but also not the "Hey, we perpetually just ran out of cheese while making your pizza" that Dayton-style 'za typically sports. I can't say a lot for the toppings, because we got 1 pepperoni and another pepperoni with green peppers, but I doubt they disappoint when it comes to the easy stuff.

Their specialty pies are a bit steep, but I'm sure I'll try them eventually (I'm looking at you, Bronx BBQ). But, the Bigger 10 is a great deal and somehow this stuff fills you up faster than the original Big 10 from Vinny's. Two of the biggest eaters I know (Meestor Seestor and Mr. FvF) couldn't polish off a large between the two of them, let alone by themselves. We had about 3/4 of a pie left and a few breadsticks left.

Considering their small staff and relative newness (they opened in November), delivery didn't take any longer than expected on a Saturday night - about 40 minutes, which was the estimate I was given on the phone.

4.5 out of 5 sporks!

9 comments:

Sarah S. said...

You know, I tried it and HATED it. I don't know if they were having a bad night or what...but the 8 breadsticks were so dry and sick, they went straight in the trash. And the pizza was dry, stiff, and completely tasteless. The cheese was like a thick dried glue. Everyone I know really likes them...but I am so afraid to try them again!

Vizz said...

Sarah, I really think you should give it another whirl. Everyone has an off-night. Frankly, I was surprised that things went so well, considering we ordered on one of their (presumably) busiest nights of the week.
I'm pretty picky about pizza (I have a mild gluten allergy, so it has to be worth it), and the stuff we got was legit.

Anonymous said...

Was your delivery driver a black guy?

Vizz said...

Anonymous, that's sort of an odd question - but i can't say I recall. This was over a month ago, and my attention is normally on the anxiously awaited food, not the driver.

Anonymous said...

I must say I have ordered from these guys at least 16 times in the past 2 months. I am straight out of NY and their pie has always been right on! I have my family asking me to send them the sauce that pie uses. If my Bronx family is asking for sauce then you better believe it's authentic. Sarah S I would try it again!!!

Anonymous said...

I agree that their pizza is good but not worth the terrible service. I've had two experiences with them...both were bad. First I picked up a pizza and when I went in the employees were flipping out saying the computer was down. One guy just kept punching the screen...as if that would help the situation. After standing there for about ten minutes they finally let me pay and take my pizza. Then I asked to have pizza delivered and they said it would be here in about 30min. 2 hrs later I still had no pizza. I called the store and got hung up on repeatedly. They won't get my business again.

Anonymous said...

I agree that their pizza is good but not worth the terrible service. I've had two experiences with them...both were bad. First I picked up a pizza and when I went in the employees were flipping out saying the computer was down. One guy just kept punching the screen...as if that would help the situation. After standing there for about ten minutes they finally let me pay and take my pizza. Then I asked to have pizza delivered and they said it would be here in about 30min. 2 hrs later I still had no pizza. I called the store and got hung up on repeatedly. They won't get my business again.
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Was the driver/cashier a black guy?

Vizz said...

Ok, Anonymous. Now you're just being a fucking weirdo. No one's going to answer that question, no matter how many times you ask, on the grounds of YOU'RE A JACKASS.

Shitty service is shitty service, no matter who it comes from.

Anonymous said...

Hi there, I wanted to thank you for writing on article on my restaurant. I also wanted to respond to "anonymous" I completely agree with Vizz on the last entry... who cares who was there but just to set the record straight, there is no computer screen at JB PIE Pizzeria in Springboro, and plus, who waits for a pizza for 2 hours?? As for Sarah... we serve 6 breadsticks in an order not 8... maybe you are confused with where you ordered from, did you call to get the order corrected?

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