Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
9788 W Northern Ave, Peoria, AZ, 85345
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Address :
9788 W Northern Ave
Peoria, AZ, 85345 - Phone (623) 486-4455
- Website https://www.grimaldispizzeria.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 10
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Pizza
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Bob B.
It's NY Pizza!! Right from Under the Brooklyn Bridge Yelp wants me to write more, so you must visit this restaurant. You will enjoy every bite
(5)Cody V.
This was my third visit. The ovens weren't on the first two. It happens every day after lunch. They come on just before dinner. So don't come at 3 and expect a pizza. Everything else on the menu is available. We shared a small Caesar salad. Large enough portion for two hungry people! We ordered the white pizza. It was very good but on the bland side. Nothing really fantastic about the flavor. I wouldn't be back for that pizza. I had a red Sangria. It was delicious. Had a wonderful flavor and a generous portion. Come for the Sangria but maybe try a red sauced pizza if you do!
(2)Key B.
A little pricey for pizza. For example, to add mushrooms, green onions, chicken spicy saugage its costs an extra $2-$4...They are known for pizza, salad, beer, wine and that is pretty much it! The restaurant is a little small; however the customer service is good here. Also the pizza is great! Key Bentley's Recommendation: I recommend this establishment the pizza is fresh and tasty...
(3)Judy L.
I have been the original Grimaldi's under the Brooklyn Bridge & the location in NYC and I have to say... Eating at the Peoria location brings me back to my NY trips! Of course, without the heavy winter coat, shaking in the cold, and wind in my face while waiting for 45 mins for a table for two. I am here in AZ, in flipflops and enjoying the weather while waiting outside on the bench! :) The service was great (no asking for refills). He checked on us a few times. I had the white pizza with chicken and bacon... YUM! I am still in love with the regular red sauce. Guess I need to go back soon!
(5)Linda L.
I LOVE their pizzas! Always our favorite.. Pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms and basil. Thin crusts, crisps, Brooklyn style, perfection. Delish.. (They make their own mozzarella!) Salads are fresh and delicious! (Tried them all) Service always friendly (so far). It would be a solid 5 stars if they had better wine and dessert options. Tiramisu is the best if you must have dessert. Not bad for a chain.. Go get their pizzas. YUM!
(4)Jessica S.
5 stars for the service, Friendly over the phone when ordering. Nice service when I picked up dinner and decided to add salads. 1 star for the price. Paid $40 for one small pizza and two large salads. The salads are were $9.00 a piece and barely anything came along with the lettuce. Wont be doing that again. I can get a hardy loaded salad other places from $8 to $11 other places meat included and lots of goodies and flavor. Husband is the only one who can eat pizza there since the rest of us is gluten free. He said the crust and toppings were excellent. The sauce was more of a thin flavorless marinara. That is just not his style of sauce. May be good for others. Great to experience. Wont be back. Still recommend giving it a trying.
(3)Joe T.
Another great date night! We visited on Friday 9/4 and once again great pizza, salads, and friendly service! My wife and I started joking that once we had finished off our pizza we actually wondered what the table nearby would think if we took a slice from their table! We'll be back!
(5)Helen G.
The very best pizza in the West Valley, takes me back to New York City. I always bring home a pizza for my freezer. Their salads are bright and crisp. Not to be missed.
(5)Deni G.
A great pie I'm originally from NY, and it's always a challenge to find a great NY style Italian Pie. I have eaten lots of pies at Grimaldi's original location under the Brooklyn Bridge, and I have to say this Grimaldi's has equally great pies. We arrived at 11:00 after watching a movie and we were seated within minutes. Our server took our drink order, and the drinks were delivered quickly. On this visit we kept it simple, a small pepperoni, double cheese pizza. The small pizza is enough for two people (16"). The pizzas are thin crust, crispy, and delicious. We were filled from our pizza, but we couldn't pass up desert. So we went with the "trio" for desert. You pick any three deserts off the menu. We tried the Tiramisu, Oreo cookie cheesecake, and Cannoli. My favorites was the cannoli. Grimaldi's has great food, service, and staff, which always keepd me coming back.
(5)Leslie M.
Great pizza! We stopped by during the week. Decided on a meatball pizza and Mediterranean salad. Both were delicious! Great service! Will definitely be back!
(4)Dave F.
After a long hot day at the ballpark, getting to the Peoria Grimaldi's was a huge priority. 2 18" large pizza's and 2 salads were enough for 4 adults and an exhausted ballplayer. We were told there was a 20 minute wait, but were actually seated faster. I really like any pizza with their spicy chicken sausage. And, we had 2 with Pepperoni and Spicy Chicken Sausage. Our server was great and she stayed on top of much needed drink refills!
(5)B S.
If you want pizza as good as just about any pie from the big apple, come here! Pizza is crispy and sauces are tasty and well seasoned. The white pizza is one of my favorites, real crispy and with a nice coal inspired char! Be sure to get a Caeser salad as well, one of the best in the area.
(5)Nicole T.
Wow this pizza is tasty. We celebrated with a bunch of people and our waitress was fast and attentive. The pizza is probably one of my favorites in the valley. The cheese was high quality and there were toppings aplenty. It wasn't too greasy; it was just right. I deducted one star for the limited menu. I wish they served wings and other typical items found at most pizza joints. This place is definitely worth it if you love good pizza.
(4)Mariah L.
Stopped in the other night for a beer before watching Jurassic World on opening night. The place was pretty empty considering they were getting ready to close. We decided to come back and try pizza in the near future because it smelled so good. The server was chill, got us our beers, and wasn't pesty. I enjoyed the ambiance, and what appeared to be glass bottle lighting. The bathrooms were also clean.
(4)Tim S.
So.....I have only had pizza once in the past 4 months and it was super crappy. I needed to get some good pizza in my system asap. Now that I live in Arizona, a Grimaldis is always close by. Decided to come down to this one in Peoria (It's only about a 15 minute drive from my new house) for lunch. I ordered a large cheese pizza and a Diet Pepsi. I kept it simple today. Pizza was as good as always. Great thin/charred crust, fresh mozzarella, great sauce and a little basil. It's a perfect pizza! I ate 4 slices and brought the other half home for dinner. Service was friendly and my waitress brought me another soda right when I was about done with my first...she was on point! The manager came by to everybody's table and asked them how the food was too. I will be back sooner than later. This pizza today made my move to AZ worth it ;-). I can't say enough good things about Grimaldis.
(5)Thomas S.
Finally got a good meal here, the pizza is great and different taste however I don't know if I'd say its worth the wait like most other reviewers. Several different calls over the past 7 months to them and their availability in pizza all depends on when they're stoking the oven which in my experience is more than half the time. Call ahead make sure they're not stoking the oven or booked up.
(3)Justin B.
Ooo , ooo , ooo where to begin. I had gotten a gift card for Christmas and waited till now to order which was a grave mistake. We got here at 4:30 PM and was notified that from 4-5 they stoke the coals and prepare the brick oven for more magic to happen. We sat down for some delicious refreshments and were greeted by Jake an amazing server. He was knowledgeable and very friendly. He made the service of this dinner memorable. We ordered a 18" cal zone with extra mozerlla, ricotta, spicy chicken sausage, extra basil, kalamata olives, and pepperoni. WOW was it the best damn pizza I have ever had and it was HUGE. The flavors were dead on and a party in your mouth . The price is a little steep but for a amazing eat like this and service that Jake provided I will be back again and again..
(5)Jeff C.
We come here a lot and we stopped by tonight for a birthday dinner for my wife and I. We decided to dine in and take advantage of our free bday pizza coupon. We had to wait as they were getting a table ready which is no big deal; this is where it went wrong. We sat down and the table was still covered in crumbs from the last table, a plate was dirty, then our sever came over. She took our drunk order and remove the plate, no apology, no big deal. When she brought the drinks back and took our order she gave a bit of an attitude. Then she got a larger table and we almost never saw her after that, but could hear her schmoozing it up with them. When she finally came back I asked if I could have a beer and a new water as my glass had something in it. She took the glass and again no apology. 10 minutes a later I got my beer which I could see was at the bar waiting and she took numerous drinks from there to her other tables. The beer was like warm at best. We ordered 2 large pizzas which came at completely different times and delivered by two different people. The pizza, however, was amazing as usual. We asked for our remaining pizza to go, our server stacked the two pizza tins on top of one another smashing one pizza, and then placing dirty dishes on top of the other pizza. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes I wouldn't have believed it. We didn't take the leftovers. Despite my suggestions my wife did leave a tip. From now on we will only be getting pizza to go because of this, hopefully anomaly, terrible service. We were so disappointed as we usually get amazing service every time we go.
(2)Jason C.
They have great pizza, but today I was there (4:30 on a Saturday) and the hostess told us that we would have to wait 30 minutes for pizza since they were "stoking the oven". My wife and I decided at first not to wait but quickly changed our minds and went back in. The hostess then told us they were on a 45 minute wait....let me just say, the restaurant was almost totally empty. In addition, the hostess was very aloof about her inability to serve her customers and quickly resumed her teenage chat with her friends once we decided not to stay. I think someone should remind the staff that their business model REQUIRES that they sell pizza to customers.
(2)Jennifer M.
Another amazing dinner!! This place definitely doesn't disappoint. Pesto pizza was delish, as was the traditional pepperoni. Our server Claudia was great. Made perfect pizza suggestions and my drink was never empty. Keep up the great work !!
(5)Nick M.
Best thin crust pizza in town by far. I usually just get pepperoni they are little bit not dried out like other pizza joints. The house salad is good with a light house dressing. Don't ask for ranch I think it would be an insult. All the staff is friendly. I have also tired the calzones that at really good too. The large will feed a small army. Good place to take a family or go have a beer. You wan watch them make your pizzas using fresh ingredients.
(5)Joyce W.
3.5 stars! After doing some light shopping in the Park West area, my friend and I stopped into Grimaldi's Pizzeria for a quick bite. The coal-brick oven was a pretty enticing feature and my friend and I ordered two personal pizzas. The crust was thin, crispy, and had a good amount of char. The tomato sauce also had decent flavor. What I didn't enjoy was paying for each topping I wanted. It can go from a $10 pizza up to a $20 pizza easily... and this is for a small 12" pie! We passed up on dessert and just headed over to the chocolate shop across the way. Grimaldi's is a cute little restaurant with lots to offer. It's a tasty pie but for the price, I rather eat elsewhere.
(3)Jordan R.
All the pizzas I have had there were delicious. They are all "build your own". I really wish they had at least a few pre-built options to choose from for those days where I don't feel like being a chef. -1 star for their sangrias. Had a red and a white one. Neither was very good.
(4)Rollie L.
Our first time here. It was as good as everyone has been saying. We had a small pizza and a salad and it made a nice light meal for two. We sat on the patio and people watched. Meranda was a great server.
(5)Sam S.
Thin bubbly brick oven pizza: HELLO lovely!! The hostess was on the phone when we came in so the manager came over & seated us in our choice of low top table. Apparently you get a free slice of cheesecake w/ a carafe of wine purchase. We opt for a Lambrusco bottle and the antipasto to start. The antipasto is a plate of bread and a plate of literally 4 slices salami, 4 slices mozzarella, 1 basil leaf, roasted red peppers, and 4 green olives and 6 kalamatas. Not overly in love with this assortment- I could do a better antipasto from my refrigerator. Where's the prosciutto?? The pizza though!! Thin crust happiness with that authentic chewy New York fold in half style. The sauce was nice & chunky and even the small pizza is large for 2 people. I basically went into a pizza coma and forgave the uninspired (though fresh) antipasto! Pumpkin cheesecake as promised: great flavor and texture to the filling but the crust was soggy. Maybe it was free because it was frozen or a week old?
(4)Mitchell R.
I've been to quite a few of the best pizza places here in Phoenix. So far Grimaldis is my favorite among all of them. They're pretty consistent, at least every time I go the pizza is great. Usually when I go I get a large pepperoni pizza so I don't spend much.
(5)Scott M.
I have been coming to Grimaldis for a few years now. This is probably my 20th visit, give or take. The pizza is really the best. No joke, it's the best pizza in town. Their salads are great as well. The service has been great every time. I have nothing bad to say about Grimaldis. Let's face it, I come back because of the food and service.
(5)Jeremy H.
I had heard many great things about this pizza so it was on a high pedestal for reference, and maybe because it was Father's Day they phoned it in, but I don't get to go out and spend $80 on dinner that often (food price only). I wanted to go to Pizzeria Bianco downtown but they are closed on Sunday's. Grimaldi's was stoking the fire, which takes about 45min, but we decided to wait. Ordered a house salad and a caprese salad. Also put an order in for 1sm (16") regular sauce pizza w/pepperoni for the kids and 1sm white with 4 veggies on it. The price is per topping, even if it's only on half of the pizza ($2-$4 each). The house salad had a fly at the bottom, which looked like cracked pepper until my daughter almost ate it (the manager removed it from the bill). The service was terrible, the entire time. She ran behind me when we had outer mouths full and asked how we were doing without stopping. I had asked originally that I would want some wine but wanted to look over the menu, and all the menus were taken along with the glasses when I was in the bathroom. One busboy brought us new plates for the pizza and then another one came, stacked them up and took them away without asking. The waitress couldn't hear us over the din of an empty restaurant, so I felt like I was yelling and she said she didn't hear what I said when I didn't say anything. We were rushed, told not to get larges, which would have worked for us better because we like pizza leftovers and got none, there were no pre-built recommendations and everybody's meat and veggies are different from the next place. I had to cut the large pizza slices for my kids with the butter knife (hard to do and messy, the fork was sharper) because the waitress could not be tracked down. The mozzarella was good, but I've had better. The pizza was good, but I've had better in town. We got a booster seat only after we asked a manager. Sorry all the issues aren't in order, but I keep remembering all the stuff that went wrong while I'm typing and will remember a few more after I'm done. I was so fed up with the service that I didn't order any wine, I just wanted out of there, which took too long because our server was apparently swamped with the other tables. For the price it wasn't worth it (I feel like deleting the review and repeating that statement for the entire length). My Father's Day dinner was a letdown. The pizza was just OK, the service was something out of the twilight zone.. I'm going somewhere else next time and not going to let people talk about it like it's the best pizza in town.
(2)Debra F.
My honey & I were extremely disappointed in the Pizza at this Grimaldi's location, The first pizza was cooked way too long. It was obvious our waiter thought so as he put it on our table. We gave it the benefit of our doubt but took one bite & knew it was going back. It was hard, dry with burnt edges. Our waiter took it back without any questions & had a new one made (& we appreciated it) We received another one but by that time I was over the whole experience. ( it shouldn't have even been brought to the table over cooked to begin with) when we got our bill we were both disappointed to see nothing was taken off our bill. No compensation at all. We won't be going back.
(2)Leslee S.
I received a. Email for a free one topping pizza and went in to redeem it! Wow, it wasn't a small pizza at all it was their 18" pizza! We ordered Sausage and pepperoni and it was delicious! I have to admit their sausage was above and beyond any other place I've had sausage on a pizza! Thank you for the free birthday pizza and I'll definitely continue being a patron of your establishment
(5)Terry C.
Came here for a bday lunch for a friend(only 4 or us in attendance) We all ordered the lunch special of a white pizza with side Cesar salad and an iced tea. My companions each received their lunches and then I was advised by our server he forgot to place my order and it would only be 3-5 minutes for my pizza. Normally the service is good, not today. When my pizza finally arrived, well after the rest of my party was finished eating, I asked for a to go box as our lunch hour is over. The waiter apologized and told me he was having it compt, I was appreciative of the gesture. Then my bill arrived and the only item compt was the pizza and I was charged separately for my tea and side salad. Now I did eat the salad and drink the tea but to be charged $7.08 for a side lunch salad and iced tea is ridiculous considering the lunch special for the pizza, side salad and drink for my companions was only $9.00. What a joke and I definitely will consider twice before eating at Gimaldi's Pizzeria again!
(1)Robert D.
We enjoy this pizza tremendously... Great pizza and salads. The service was great. We keep returning...very friendly
(5)Bernice G.
Best pizza place ever!! Italian waiter, Tommy was great! House wine was sufficient and very good! Arrive around 5pm. For minimal wait time!
(5)Ann G.
My family loves the pizza. I love the salads! We eat here often and have never had a less than great experience.
(4)Lisa Monique C.
Kevin is the best server. He always takes care of me and my family. He's hilarious and very kind. Pizza is bomb. I always get the sausage and pepperoni pizza with a small Caesar salad. BOMB! You must order Oreo cheesecake for dessert. It is TO DIE FOR. If you haven't been to Grimaldis, get your toosh there right now.
(5)Jackie S.
The best pizza In the west valley! Our family loves it here and our kids beg for Grimaldis all the time! Delicious Calzones, the best pizza .. And great friendly staff! Only shame is no location in surprise ;)
(5)David M.
Service Dog friendly only: They only allow service animals to enter their restaurants and patios. If you tell them it is a service animal then they will gladly allow them to enter and dine. Service animals are not required to wear the identifying vests and they are not allowed to ask the guest for proof that the animal is a service animal, according to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Pepperoni: kinda blows (hard, little, greasy). However, everything else is great - great sauce, cheese, crust, fresh toppings...best pizza around. The only place where i get veggie only pizza...oh so good.
(5)Kate H.
Update to my previous food. Great food! And, this time great service. Granted, I did not come during dinner rush. We were seated immediately and our orders taken soon after. As I had two young children with me, the server brought small lumps of dough for them to work on, which kept them delightfully occupied. The service was good and timely. It was a little slow and getting the bill and the payment, but otherwise excellent!!
(4)Stacy L.
Yummy pizza! Came on a weekday and used my free birthday pizza coupon. Our waitress was really friendly and the service was quick. I recommend the blueberry cobbler cheesecake it is so good!
(5)Devin M.
Not impressed with the manager... He greeted my girlfriend with "what can I do for you".? Clearly when you enter a restaurant you are not there to get your tires rotated... Also there was a long wait and there is absolutely no seating for the people that are waiting.. We wanted to walk around the shopping area while we waited but they have no pager system or text alert to let us know that our table was ready. Food was good, staff other then the manager was nice. A little pricey for what you get.
(3)Lorna W.
Grimaldi's Pizza confounds my family. It is always packed, to the point where they claim to be booked all day, but when we finally get in it is simply the most mediocre pizza. We were given gift cards thirteen months ago. Four times, including this afternoon, we tried to make reservations but were told that they were booked for the entire day. Finally I asked if I could cash in the gift cards because using them has proved impossible. The hostess was able to find us a table when I requested a refund. After we were seated, we looked around at the dining room. There were at least six empty tables. Six! We arrived at 1:30. Our pizza wasn't served until 2:10. During those 40 minutes, two of those six tables were seated. Why claim to be booked out and have tables sit empty for 40 minutes? The pizza and calzone were mediocre at best. The crust was chewy and flat. There is a lack of salt and pepper, it seems. The salad had only four ingredients so I paid the extra 5 dollars to put chicken in it. The service was average. I do not see us going back.
(2)Abigail P.
Pizza is excellent and worth the price. They do close during the day sometimes to clean the pizza ovens and you have to wait half an hour. We had one bad experience with the staff when we had a larger party and they were very rude to us but we haven't encountered that since. Great location, pizza and drinks.
(4)Beth O.
I posted my first review about this restaurant when I first went there last October. My review was excellent from the food to the service. I promised myself next time I was in Phoenix I would go back. I've been back down here visiting with relatives for about 2 weeks now and I went back twice in those 2 weeks. We like to get lunch before seeing a movie at the theater next door. Still the same great service, delicious pizza, and if you like Caesar Salad, you will love theirs. I may have to go one more time before leaving town, lol. I do recommend this restaurant. The food is delicious and the service is like none other.
(5)Amber G.
Every time I order over the phone. It's always something. Pizza dough over proofed so no lunch menu? Last time the oven wasn't stocked. And before that it's took over a hour to have my personal salad to be ready, A salad. Come on....the food is great when ever they do have them selfs together. I give up on ordering anymore
(1)Sheena D.
The pizza was delicious like a taste not often found here in AZ! Our waiter tommy was great, very attentive to our every need. The salad was great too. Fresh and cold just how I like it.
(5)The Denius J.
This place is just okay. We got a pizza and had tiramisu for dessert. The pizza needed more cheese and the the crust was a bit too thin, in my opinion. Maybe I just prefer a little more bread under my toppings... Also, I don't like tiramisu but they had a good one. One thing I did notice was that this place was first restaurant on this AZ trip where we were greeted us with a slight rudeness. The servers were good though.
(3)Mark C.
Another great dinner experience with Kevin as our server! Great job on the service, food and atmosphere! We were seated, served our drinks and ordered within 5 minutes. Salads came and hot pizza was short to follow. Very nice!
(5)Yolanda H.
This is best pizza is the west side we had a very good customer service , that salad was awesome and very affordable prices
(5)Eddie C.
On a recent family trip to Glendale Arizona we visited Grimaldis as I had heard good things. The location is in a nice area in Peoria and restaurant looked very clean and inviting. We ordered 2 pizzas with Pepperoni and chicken sausage. The pizzas were large and very thin as a ny style pizza usually is. The crust was slightly crunchy and the taste of pizza was fantastic. From the sauce to the toppings everything was top notch. The chicken sausage was spicy so it made the pizza great. We also ordered some wine for our meal and for dessert some NY style cheesecakes. These were nice and creamy. Yum! The service was also fantastic as the servers were very attentive. The restaurant was crowded and definitely had a nice elegant vibe. Prices were a tad high but well worth it. Would definitely recommend. Will be visiting Glendale again soon and this will be one of my must stops. Thank you Grimaldis for creating a great experience for my family and i.
(5)Kyle W.
Awesome pizza! I'm from just outside nyc and CRAVE good pizza, n while it's not 100% like home, closest thing I've found here. Always great service too. I live kinda far but it's worth the drive. Bravo!
(5)Keith A.
Highly recommended, the whole family enjoyed the pizza. The service could be faster and would be nice to have a selection of appetizers. It was on the pricey side. Very fresh ingredients. Long wait to get in but I can't blame them for people lining up for their food.
(5)Brent D.
Crisp and thin Brooklyn style pizza. It was very good. Note that the menu has little else except salads. We tried the dessert sampler and really enjoyed the cheesecake, cannoli and tiramisu. The restaurant has a long wait on weekends so we chose to sit on the patio. It was a bit warm but the service was still very good.
(4)Adrian R.
I LOVE GRIMALDI'S!! It is my favorite pizza restaurant hands down. I always go there and the quality is excellent EVERY TIME! I always order a pepperoni pizza with a caesar salad. I highly recommend it.
(5)Laura H.
Food is good, but the menu is limited. Their cleaning practices are poor, they brush crumbs off the table on to the floor and chairs, the bothersome part is they don't brush the crumbs off the chairs. Our waitress was nice but didn't do a very good job. After ordering 1 pizza she immediately put her note pad away, my friend had to tell her we weren't done ordering. My 2 other companions also wanted salads. She also grabbed a glass before asking if we wanted more and when we didn't, put the glass back down. I've never had a server do these things. Very disappointed, especially since they are so pricey. Over $50 for 1 pizza and 2 small salads.
(2)Ken A.
A Grimaldi's house salad and an 18" mushroom and sausage pizza along with a glass of chardonnay and a beer and we were both very happy people. Grimaldi's is the best pizza around!
(5)Jo Ann S.
Amazing pizza and excellent service our waiter Kevin was exceptional first time here and we will definitely be back when in town
(5)Lil Feisty P.
Good pizza. Nice patio and indoor seating. The waitress was very pleasant and thoroughly explained the menu. Ordered a small Caesar salad and it was more than enough to serve two. I would've added a bit more dressing and preferred buttered seasoned croutons instead the toasted bread cubes, but it was good. My friends pizza came out a good four minutes before my pizza arrived, even though we ordered at the same time and my pizza had less toppings. The pizzas were good, fresh ingredients. They only offer thin crust, which I prefer, but not for everyone. I liked the very fresh whole milk mozzarella, it melts so much better and adds that string cheesy pull. The personal size pizza that we ordered was more than enough for two to share. It's a cool place to hang out and good for a date night
(3)Marcy R.
First time at Grimaldi's I loved the Mediterranean salad. I highly recommend the white cheese pizza it was delicious n the Italian sausage mushrooms n olives was great too. I usually don't like thin crust pizza but Grimaldi's thin crust was excellent it wasn't dry n the flavor mmmmmm!!!!
(5)Carol O.
I am a fan! My dearest and I went last night - he is borderline diabetic so doesn't eat pizza very often. But, he had a need for za so we went to Grimaldi's. We had been there once before many year ago with a larger party but this was just the two of us. Red and white checkered tablecloths - I looked around for LADY or a TRAMP but none in sight. We got there early and were lucky to score a high top table as the place was filled otherwise. Our waitress was so good. Personable, knowledgeable about the menu and much more importantly, friendly. I ordered the house pinot for $4.00. WOW. Generous pour and a really nice pinot. OK so my dearest went with a Miller Lite............. There are three basic choices for the pizza. Regular, tomato based sauce (sure it was San Marzano's), white sauce and pesto. We opted for the regular with meatball, onion, mushroom and green pepper on half for you know who! Not me! The atmosphere is fun - lively, kids doing their thing, and a great patio! We waited awhile for our pizza but it was fun just date talking and people watching. Several of the people around us ordered one of their salads. They looked wonderful and the small one easily feeds 3 if not 4. When our pizza came it was delicioso! I am such a fan. They only serve beer and wine but what's not to like with an excellent pino grig at $4 and Miller Lite ( oh yes they did have many other more palatable options). I am looking forward to going back! Highly recommended!
(4)Brenna R.
Not great. The pizza was okay and the service was terrible. The waitress tried to be polite to make up for it but it didn't justify the incredibly long wait for everything. They were NOT super busy and we waited over 30 minutes for our one small pizza we ordered. We sat and watched guests who arrived 15 minutes later than us receive their food before us. It took so long for the waitress to take the check after we put our card with it that I had to get up and ask another employee to run our card. It wasn't until then that our waitress decided to end her personal conversation and do her job.
(2)Jesse C.
Our fave! We used to eat here all the time when we lived in Glendale. We moved to Flagstaff 4 years ago, but every time we are in the area we HAVE to come here. We get the meatball or pepperoni, and a house salad. Great service. Amazing pizza. This might be the only thing I would transplant from PHX to Flagstaff.
(5)Cory C.
So a small's a (large 16in) and a Large is an (extra-large 18in) Very good pie, easily one of the top 5 in the valley, Ordered a small pepp, and sausage... Came out great..... Cost was 19.85 and well worth it!Authentic New York, fold style pizza....:) Will definitely be back.........
(4)Brandon E.
What a pleasant surprise so close to home. The service was outstanding, the pizza was superb. The crust wad a perfect texture topped with freshness. I can't wait to try more items. I highly recomend.
(5)Steve F.
Love this place! Without a doubt the best pizza I have ever had and I would go again. However, be aware - Bring a big wallet. 3 drinks, 2 pizzas with salad = $91.00 plus tip, so bottom line was - $100. Like I said, I will go again, but not very often.
(4)Chris S.
This place is always a good choice! Twice in a week i have been here. Both times were togo and both times i had to wait for the oven. Willing to wait as I know that it can take a bit for this process. I just sat at the bar where thr wait staff at the time constantly checked on me. I always recommend this place if you want a quality pie that does not make you feel sick after eating.
(5)Tonya B.
My significant other and I were in town this weekend to visit with friends. We had limited time and needed to have our favorite pizza. Since moving to Seattle/Tacoma area, we have not had anything near as good as Grimaldi's. We decided we would post on Facebook to let our friends know where we'd be if they wanted to meet up with us. When the head count reached 12 we thought we better make reservations. Before lunch was over, we had a party of 26!!! The staff at Grimaldi's was so accommodating of our rather large and unexpected group. And, as always, the pizza was the best. Thank you so much for making our reunion lunch so wonderful. I only wish we had ordered a pizza to go to bring back to the Pacific Northwest, I'm hungry for more.
(5)Melissa A.
The general manager reached out in a professional caring manner. Thank you for taking time out. The fix was better communication to provide the same great service that matches their great quality of food.
(5)David L.
Great food and I witnesses outstanding customer service today from the management at this location. I will be back!
(5)Daniel L.
Glad we ordered half original pizza and half white pizza, with italian sausage topping. Glad my friend liked the white pizza more, because I liked the original pizza. Glad the pizza came out perfectly, the bottom not being burnt. Glad one of the worker is a Dodgers fan. P.S. Tommy Lasorda eats here when he's in town. Amazing pizza makes me really happy.
(4)Ed H.
The best pizza in town! Great service and food came out quickly, especially on a busy Friday night. Our server Cesar was courteous and professional. You gotta try this place if you love good pizza.
(5)Ms J.
Great Great Pizza!!!! The reason I gave it three stars is because the service. My friend and I walked in and was told give me a minute by the host. The host was busy with a to go order. Three servers came to the front and never greeted or acknowledged my friend and I. The manager was standing over by the pizza stove and watched us. Asked two others if we have been helped but never came over to see for herself. A male server finally came up to us but by that time the host was available for us. We were sat. Again not paid attention to for about 5 mins before I stopped a server and ask "is there someone who can help us?" she said she would get us started. She ended up being our server. Not once did the manager visit our table. will visit again. hopefully everyone will be more on point.
(3)Kyle H.
Well, I am back to re-rate this place. Father's Day found me and the family out and about. Unfortunately, the service here was...well I am not sure it is considered service. We arrived and were given the option of waiting thirty (30) minutes or sitting outside. Opting for the outdoor seating, and given the heat, we expected a waiter that would at least make sure we had something to drink. The service started out normal with drinks coming out fairly quickly; however, that was the end of the pleasantries. Again, with the heat, our drinks went rather quickly. Our empty glasses sat for roughly 10 minutes before our waiter (Vanessa) came back to refill them. Seated outside, we had no clue where our waiter was most of the time because we only saw her three times: 1) when she took our order, 2) when she refilled our drinks (for the first and only time), and 3) when she brought us the check. To make matters worse, the waiter helping the people across from us was doing an excellent job (i.e., refilling drinks, conversing, and checking on the quality of the food). It was like night and day between the waiters. Overall, our waiter was either ready to clock out or just didn't care about us. Again, the food is good, but the service can be ridiculously bad. It was not a nice way to spend a Father's Day.
(2)Merissa T.
I planned a girls night out and created an event on Facebook, only about 9 people said they were coming so I made a reservation for 15 just in case. So I found out when we got there about 25 people were going to show up, I let the waitress know who in turn told her "manager", she came to me and told me she couldn't accommodate more people because they were just too packed. This stressed me out because I planed the event so I just told people that we should leave and go to Buca Di Bepo where they are ok with a big party. When more of my guests arrived, another manager named Mike came and saw my friends sharing a chair took the initiative to get us another table which made me feel a lot better. We had a really good time and the food was so good! My suggestion is if you're going to have a big party, don't come here because it's way too small of a place and Park West has the worse parking lot. This place is better for a smaller party. Oh and when I made the reservation they said I had to have a $200 minimum and could only have the table for 2 hours, that really didn't make much sense to me. Anyway, I wouldn't come back as often, the women manager put a bad taste in my mouth, you would think that my guests money is just as any other person waiting for a table
(3)Stephanie F.
Great pizza with an excellent free birthday gift of a free pizza if you are in their email club. That was nice. Just had to pay for drinks and a salad for our meal yesterday! Very nice-and their pizza is excellent!
(4)Shelley M.
We were doing some shopping and decided to get a late lunch. I had the white pizza with tomatoes and the hubby had the red sauce with pepperoni. Both were delicious. I ordered the personal size and hubby had the small. I thought the personal pizza was pretty large and could not finish it. We split the butterscotch toffee cheesecake that was super yummy. The house Pinot Grigio was decent and only $4 a glass. The service was a tad slow but we liked not feeling rushed at the same time. We will definitely be going back.
(4)Ginny T.
Located in a cute little open-air shopping district, it has a comfortable ambience. The menu is super simple - salad, pizza, dessert, beverages. We had pizza & tried a couple different salads, both of which were not disappointing. If you love pizza & can appreciate just a salad & drink on the side ..this might be a place for you. We enjoyed it.
(4)Olivia K.
Coming from Chicago I never been a fan of chain restaurants. Grimaldi's is the exception to the rule. This place has some of the BEST customer service I have ever experienced and the pizza tickles the taste buds in the most delectable of ways. If you are looking for a great pizza and a home town feel, look no further. The GM Mike was very warm and inviting. If you're looking for a great bartender make sure to see Lindsay and for a vivacious rad server, ask for Tommy. Some of the best staff in town.
(5)Jennifer L.
Brian is the best bartender/waiter and ensures you have the best food!! their pizzas beat everybody else's
(5)eric n.
I am updating this review due to the fact that I actually got to try the pizza this time. I caved and went to Grimaldis to try the pizza last night. I have been wanting to for a very long time now. Ive been to the one in Scottsdale and was not that impressed. One of my co-workers told me he has been to this one and loves the pizza here. My curiosity got the better of me so I went. It was packed so I had to wait about 30 minutes. When I was called I was seated at a tiny little table in the back corner. Not exactly the best seat in the house I have to say. The waiter came over after about 10 minutes and took my order. After another 20 minutes the pizza arrived. It looked good and smelled good and tasted fantastic! I do have to admit this was one excellent pizza. Great sauce, very good crust and just the right amount of grease for flavor. And yes I did say grease. A pizza is not a pizza without a bit of grease to make it taste good. Even though I had the interesting, "stoking the ovens" fiasco the first time I tried to eat here, I will be back. This would be a nice date place on maybe a Thursday or Sunday when it's not so busy. I recommend the pepperoni and sausage. They both had great flavor and really made the pizza. Enjoy!
(4)Matthew B.
Really nicely decorated. Our servers was very helpful, suggesting a different approach to our order. Which was really appreciated and a better idea. The pizza was a little crusty with a little more oil than I'm use to. It was still really good, and they had a good selection of stand alones and mixed large pizzas. On that note, a large pizza is ideal for 3-4 people. Makes for about two slices a person. Combined with drinks it a fair split.
(4)El G.
Want a good NY pizza. Well look no further! Man-o-Man do they do it right with their brick oven. Any toppings you want, they got but I do suggest that you don't put too many on the pizza because it just ruins it. Plus the toppings get heavy and your pizza wouldn't support it. The other plus is their Ceaser Salad. Everything is good including the staff who is on point! Good job guys and keep up the good work.
(5)Melanie S.
I'm updating this review. I've been back to this location a few times in the last couple of months. Not sure what they did, but the customer service was way better than before! Pizza was good as usual.
(4)Marie B.
Very yummy pizza, everything is served family style. Service was awesome, she suggested pizza with pesto and marinara sauce on it together and it was delicious!! The waitress noticed that there was a problem with our pizza and took care of it and gave us a complimentary pizza to make up for it. Our waitress' name was Alyicia, ask for her.
(5)Jordan H.
Pepperoni was spot on. Cheese and crust are both very New York Style. Best pizza I've had in Phoenix. Love me some Grimaldi's!
(4)Amber T.
Pizza is amazing as well as their Caesar salad and cheesecake. Also always have great service. I have eaten here a few times but I normally pick up the food to-go.
(5)Jeremiah P.
Friggin' sweet pies here! Customa souvice like you wouldn't believe, forget abatt it!
(5)Mindi s.
Any time a manager or owner reaches out to me after a bad review I give them an extra star for following up and being aware of their reputation. This is what this extra star is for.
(3)Kyle B.
They have really good thin wood fired pizza. It is on the higher price side but they have a great lunch special here. You get a mini pizza, salad and drink for $8. Can't beat the price
(5)Lauren R.
My family has been going to Grimaldi's for quite a few years and we have always had a good dining experience. We know that they stoke the ovens between 4-5 and know there can be quite a wait. We don't mind waiting the time to get good quality pizza. The reason I am only giving it three stars after this visit is because of the staff. Especially the host Francisco. He is rude! He speaks in a condescending tone. Especially if you have parties larger then 4. He acts annoyed. During my 45 minute wait for a table I watched people that wanted tables that had larger parties be spoken in a tone and manner that was not respectful. Love your pizza but please come up with a better system for parties over 4 and by all means please coach your lead host on how to deal with people.
(3)Darrell M.
Always fresh, great service(ask for Kevin). I enjoy this place very much. Fun for family or a night out with friends.
(5)Xuankieu T.
The pizza was really good especially the tomato sauce that they used. However, I'm not really a fan of pizza place where you pay for each topping that you want, which can be pricey. . I prefer specialty pizza menu. The environment is more of a family pizza place.
(3)Tim K.
Ah, finally a place I can write a good review about. Saturday night and the place is packed. Lucky I made a reservation, others had to wait 20-30 minutes as there were private parties, families couples and groups of folks everywhere...and the place is pretty big. Plenty of staff to serve everyone and we were quickly seated. Ordered the house salad and a couple of personal sized pizzas. The salad arrived quickly and one small took care of two of us. There was one guy tossing the pizza dough and he was putting on quite a show, although not sure I would want the pizza where he ran the dough across his back, that shirt was a bit sweaty. But, he was talented that is for sure. Pizza arrived and it was very good, New York style thin crust. Cheese was fresh and excellent, good sauce, crust while the bottom was crisp and the edges done well, there was still a thin layer of soggy between the toppings and the bottom. Maybe that is just the way a brick oven cooks. Overall a superior product that will bring me back again.
(4)Jan Y.
Really wanted to like this. Pizza took over an hour with a 1/3 occupancy at 3 pm. Would have missed the movie after dinner. Our server was good but no one bothered to help her while others stood around. Even manager ignored our obvious needs: refills,check processed...
(3)Jennifer W.
I never rate on Yelp due to horrendous service but I feel like everyone should be warned. We sat down and ordered 15 minutes later, got our salads then waited an hour before we noticed our food was not at the table yet. After addressing it with the manager she said it would be ANOTHER 40 minutes and was not apologetic and had informed us that our server should have told us it was 1.5 wait for our pizza. This place is seriously unorganized and is in desperate need of a staff revamp. We couldn't wait because we had an event so all 9 of us had to leave. They still charged us for our alcohol. This is the worst dining experience I have ever encountered and will never be eating at this location EVER AGAIN. This location needs a serious reality check, you are running your business to the ground!
(1)Tessa S.
Best pizza ever! The white garlic sauce is amazing!!! Also tried the red sauce with pepperoni and sausage. It was also really good. You can do 1/2 sauces on the pizzas! Service was perfect! Drinks always filled and very friendly staff. We will defiantly be back! Must try the Oreo cheesecake!!!!
(5)Ron P.
Excellent thin crust pizza. Very much like NY style. I only tried the pizza on this visit but will be back to sample other menue items.
(5)Jaime F.
Absolutely the best pizza ever! The service is always good. People really seems to care. Been going here for years never had an issue!...
(5)Stacy Z.
Love this pizza- consistently good and you can't beat the pepperoni. Our favorite is the white garlic pizza with pepperoni. the cheesecakes are awesome too. Free pizza on your birthday if you sign up on their website. One negative experience with a waitress, but other than that we've never had a bad experience here. It can get crowded during busy times and it is a bit loud, but this is a pizza place.
(4)Will W.
OK picture this... 106 degrees outside in the shade in the middle of the AZ desert. Some one had a fantastic idea, lets put a BRICK OVEN PIZZA shop here in Peoria!! Awesome pizza. I was looking for some good pie as I am missing the east coast. I found this place in a nice upscale outdoor shopping plaza. I walked in and was seated pretty much right away. I ordered a soda and the large pie, (I had a feeling I would eat well in the hotel later, I was right). I got pepperoni and mushroom. The pizza came out about 20 min later and it was fantastic, the crust was thin and properly blackened from the brick oven, the sauce was proportioned well with crushed tomato and the mozzarella was applied in slices which was a nice touch. I ate half and took the other half to go. It was just as delicious later. When I went in I did not know that this was a chain and was a pizza company started in NYC but has grown across the country. I cannot wait to get home and try out the Tampa location!
(5)Kathryn M.
delicious pizza but inconsistent. We frequent Grimaldi's often for eat in and carry out. Our favorite toppings are fresh garlic, ricotta, pepperoni, and Italian sausage. Most times everything is great. This last time there was an overload of sauce and a lack of cheese. Imagine just entire pieces striped an inch thick, the whole length with only sauce. The cheese adds the correct element of saltiness even it is not stretchy. When there's not enough (and an overload of sauce), the whole pizza is disappointing. Maybe they had a new chef because even the ricotta was just dumped on in huge chunks. The server: She was pleasant but infrequently seen despite only having three tables. The hostess: Was completely missing. We waited several minutes for someone to even say hi. The bar tender (why was he wearing purple?) sat us. Strange. Hopefully this was just an off night for Grimaldi's because I'd hate if the service and pizza was going downhill. It's our favorite in Arizona!
(3)Bill D.
Trying this place again for the 2nd time and pizza is very good. I like the thin crust so makes you feel like not having all those carbs. The pizza can get expensive when you add all the toppings since cost for each other then that it was good. Now make sure you have sunglasses since when the AZ hear beats down on the front window and sun shines in your face that would be the only draw back
(4)Serjio H.
Not our first time here but it always good. The staff is very friendly. The pizza is yhe best I've had.
(5)Josie R.
Love this place.. Their Pizza n salad are delicious. Every time I go here, never disappointed. The Service & food is amazing. In all the times I've been here, I've always had great service. Unfortunately, yesterday(6-28-14), my server was not up to par. Remind you, it was not busy. She did not pre-bus, it took a while before We got what we requested for, rarely checked on us, had some attitude, and condescending. I definitely will make sure I don't have her on my next visit. If it will help management, she was the server to a party of 9 ppl and a baby, having a baby shower lunch. However on a previous visit, our server Tommy, well yesterday, he came and visited our table and greeted us with a warm hello. This was just a nice gesture that our server remembered us. :) Keep up the great work Grimaldi's!!!
(4)Brian H.
Been coming here for a few years and have never had bad service or bad food. If you have young kids they bring them a small piece of dough to play with. If you want you can watch them make your pizza. All the pizzas are hand tossed it's really neat to see them toss your pizza in the air.
(5)Carl L.
The manager wrote to me personally regarding my previous review and directly addressed the issues with our visit. I'm impressed by his polite and honest reply and will give them another try soon.
(3)Ross K.
This is the best thin crust pizza in Phoenix.. I love the the basic pepperoni and sausage but everything I have tried is awesome.
(5)Heather J.
This is a great family place! They give you a ball of dough to play with for the kids. I love the meatball and pesto pizza and the house wine is great to drink as well! If you go try to go before they change over to supper that is when the real deals happen!
(4)Dennis I.
Great pizza! No complaints at all on the food! So-so service :( Waitress forgot our order, didn't acknowledge it, didn't offer to recover the service in any way. Improve the service and you would have a lifetime customer...
(3)Chris W.
I still prefer deep dish pies, but Grimaldi's definitely makes it tough to hold steady on that position. Best recommendation I can give you is that the day after pizza was almost as delicious as the day of pizza.
(5)Trish G.
This pizza has no flavor. The crust was good but that's really it. Totally disappointed.
(1)Chris Z.
When I want pizza in the valley, this is what I want. The pepperoni at Grimaldi's is amazing. And I'm normally not a fan of it. Why white pizzas are great. Combine the two and I'm going to need to haul my butt to the gym because I'm downing half a pizza. They have a decent selection of beer and wine. Maybe not as good as some places but not bad. And the seasonal cheesecakes are great. Assuming that were are ordering less than 1 pizza for every other person, then I usually have room for the cheesecake and never regret it. If you do overdo it at dinner... just do some jumping jacks and pack it down! The staff is friendly and I've only ever had 1 issue with anyone here. Also don't forget to sign up on their website for a free pizza on your birthday.
(4)Justine P.
The pizza here was delicious!! Pluses are that the crust was perfectly crisp and the ingredients were fresh and you could taste it. Freshness does come at a cost though, and this place can hit you in the wallet if you let it.
(5)Rich Y.
Overall good dinner. But nothing blew me away. Pizza was good, cannoli was average, soda was watered down. Server was great and I liked the atmosphere. Price was good too.
(3)Brad P.
Overall, the experience was positive, although I would give it 3.5 stars if that were an option. The wait at this location is ALWAYS lengthy, and the food is not so good that it feels worthwhile. The hostess team on 11-29-14 seemed particularly ill-prepared to seat people efficiently, and they were thoroughly confused when our name was called. Our table for two was ready. . . . but it really wasn't. . . . After more waiting, we were offered a table outside (which is precisely what we asked not to have); we took it because we were hungry. On the positive side, the manager did seem to try to please guests on a busy night, and our server was extremely pleasant and attentive. (I wish I could remember her name) The pizza was very tasty, and our salad was also good. Beverages were refilled promptly throughout the evening. The bread leaves a lot to be desired; far below the offerings of other mid-scale Italian establishments. Again, 3 stars seems harsh, but 4 may be a bit generous in light of the wait and confusion leading up to our being seated.
(4)Kazi H.
A while ago my friends and I stopped by here for the very first time and I can't recall what we ordered but it was a thin crust pizza. The crust was crispy but not hard to where it tasted like cardboard. The ingredients tasted fresh and the pizza itself had tons of flavor! I loved it! A week later, another girlfriend of mine and I wanted to go somewhere to eat. Me being a pizza freak, I suggested pizza as told her that she had to try this place. We got there and were seated. As I am sitting I look down at my empty plate and THERE WAS A FREAKING DEAD CRICKET ON IT!!! I was astonished! So we get up to leave; On our way out, we told someone and they said they'd seat us elsewhere! Uhhhh no thank you, you can eat your own insect pizza! No apology, no nothing!!
(1)Rob L.
Impressive every time Have been back a few times since my last review. Visited yesterday and all is still excellent. Pizzas remain incredibly yummy, service is fast and kind, and it's an excellent choice when you have kids. The dough they give younglings to play with keeps them occupied and is a winner of an idea. We had one boo-boo where the server mixed up my little girl's order. The manager immediately came out, apologized, and said it was on them. An occasional error happens and I told him that was nice to offer, but not necessary. TIP: We ordered a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake to share for dessert-- makes you want to say Hallelujah after each bite. The bill came and both my daughter's meal and the dessert were credited back. I made it up on the tip side, but it was a forthright gesture that the place wants to nail the dining experience every time. NICE!
(5)Matt B.
First experience at Grimaldi's and the waitress was terrible we were here for it seemed the whole night like a couple hours. The pizza was good. Thin crust style burnt crispy crust. If it were not for the service it was overall an ok experience. The pizza wasn't that that good and not good enough to make it worth my money to come back. I also didn't like that toppings were a la carte. The pizza is well overpriced with a large cheese being 16. Toppings being 2 to 4 per topping. So no for pizza instead of a fine dining 5 course meal and wine 5 hour dining definitely not worth my time. The only positive about the waitress was she filled my water. I'm done and out!
(2)Jason V.
I used to live about a fifteen minute walk away from the famous Grimaldi's in Brooklyn Heights. It was a little bit of a tourist trap, because everyone knew about it thanks to TV shows, magazines and the "Best Pizza In America" award. I went 1 for 5 in my attempts to get in that line down under the Brooklyn Bridge, and the one time I did manage to make it early enough to secure a decent spot, the za was definitely worth the 40 minute wait. With that in mind, I was pretty intrigued by the prospect of a Grimaldi's pizza without the 2 hour line at the original location. I think, however, that there are forces at work to keep me and a Grimaldi's pizza apart and they have followed me to Phoenix. This place is f*cking hard to find without a GPS. It's hidden in a shopping plaza across from a movie theater with some of the most understated signage ever. The service was pleasant enough, and attentive. The antipasti and drinks came to the table right away and I hoped within 15-20 mins our pizza would follow. 20 mins pass. 25. Then 30, then 35. Where the hell is the 'za? People who were seated after I was are being served tasty looking pizzas and I got nothin'. I noticed that Honey Boo-Boo's family, who were seated a couple tables away from me about ten minutes after I arrived were enjoying a pie that was identical to what I ordered. Shortly after they begin devouring that first pizza, they are presented with another pizza, which is followed by some discussion with their server and what seems to be some sort of apology. As if they had been given the wrong pizza and had begun eating it anyhow. Yeah, they were eating my pizza. The server had goofed something up, and within 2 minutes brought a pizza to my table that was not at all what I had ordered as if she had a clue. I asked for my check. The server told me the manager was coming to my table but no one ever showed. She boxed the pizza up for me (it was mushroom, onion and tomato, not pepperoni as I had ordered, and I'm sorry, but I think putting tomato slices on a pizza that already has tomato sauce is dumb and I am not down to become a vegetarian because you botched my order) and I never did receive a check for it but I did tip her what would have been 20% of the bill. Poor handling of my case leads me to believe they're all new and learning how to work together, but I can't see coming back to this particular location. Maybe I'll try Scottsdale instead or go to Barro's. BTW- when it comes to pizza in Brooklyn, it's Carmine's or Lucali hands down over Grimaldi's anyhow.
(1)V S.
I took my daughter, niece, and nephew here yesterday for an early dinner. We were all starving and couldn't wait to eat. The wait wasn't long at all but it was 6pm on a Wednesday. The waitress was very kind and prompt with our drinks and salad. But our pizza was another story. Other customers who arrived after us received theirs before us. After 45 minutes of waiting I asked the waitress for a discount because I felt they were taking too long. 10 minutes later the manager came out and apologized and told us the pizza was on them. And shortly after that the pizza arrived. All the kids shouted FINALLY!! Lol the waitress kept apologizing which I respected! And the we all dug in. The pizza was delicious and the crust was amazing. I would have given 5stars but the wait was reDICKulous But over all we loved it and I wouldn't mind going back and trying it out again even though I feel like the price was a little bit too much per topping I feel like it was worth it.
(4)Greg B.
Not a fan of thin crust but this was awesome!!
(5)Alyssa R.
We have a Grimaldi's in NYC & this was my first visit to one. It was delicious. We had cold antipast to start with a Mediterranean salad which was pretty good. We ordered a pie with black olives, a meatball & pepperoni pie & then a white personal pie. All very good & the bill was close to $100.00. We also saw Tommy LaSorda who is a regular there & he was such a sweetheart. He came over to talk with us & take pictures. So if you're a big baseball fan - you may see him here.
(5)Kent P.
Not sure why people stand in line to get in this place. I arrived early & still waited 1 hour & 15 min. for a small pepperoni & kalamata olive pizza & salad. The salad had 2 olives, a few pieces of red pepper & a bowl full of romaine lettuce. You had to pay extra for the pepperoni & kalamata olive which would have been ok but each slice had 2-3 small pepperoni's & 2 pieces of olives. People were waiting to get in & they had several empty tables & lots of staff hanging around as 1 pizza at a time seemed to come out of the oven. I should have never missed an early evening at Oregano's for this. My 1st trip to Grimaldi's will be my last!
(1)Brittnee B.
Grimaldi's is my favorite pizza. The staff is always pleasant and attentive. I love the brick oven cooked pizza. Their crust is thin and has just enough crisp to it. I prefer the white pizza that they make. I am not fond of pizza sauce so I'm really glad they have an alternative. Although they are on the high end of pricing I feel it's worth every penny. My husband and I usually get a large white pizza with sausage and mushroom, which is AMAZING! We always end up with leftovers for lunch the next day and it is still good, even cold.
(5)Rosemary L.
Went today for lunch, very nice experience!!! Waiter was helpful (Cesar ) and explained menu as it was our first time! Had delicious ice tea, house salad and individual pizzas!!! Food came quickly and hot! Not a big selection for lunch pizzas or calzones but the basic! Intend to come again and get a large one with more topping! A little more pricey than average pizza place but the service and added elegance (table cloths, cloth napkins) made it worth it! I recommend you try it if you like thin crust pizza, just the right amount of sauce and a crispy crust which I do love!!!
(4)Ernie P.
Awesome service and the pizza is so good. All the pizzas are so delicious. Every time I come to Arizona I always have to visit this place.
(5)Amber F.
Great pizza, great service. Salad was good. It has a feeling of an authentic Italian restaurant, similar to tastes we experienced while in Italy. The server was very attentive and the manager on staff was jumping in and serving and checking on tables. We will go back.
(5)Ashlee A.
I love this place! The staff is always friendly and the pizza is amazing. Its expensive but so worth the money. My boyfriend and I love to go here. The crust and sauce is what makes this pizza the best. I enjoy their desserts as well.
(5)Beth S.
Honestly? I'm just done with this Grimaldi's. The service absolutely SUCKS and last night's effort was definitely a perfect example of what's wrong with this location. We had a 1 hour wait last evening, which was excessive given there were tables that were empty waiting to be filled for quite some time. Secondly, we ordered 2 salads but only received 1 of them. We waited so long for the other, the pizza came out first so we cancelled the other salad. No apology. No offer of making it up to us...nothing. There were at least 1/2 a dozen times when a server or a guest broke a dish or glass while we were there. It was almost to the point where people should have started shouting OPAH! afterwards! At one point during our meal, a child raised a plate over his head, smashed a plate to the floor (to which the parents did NOTHING--but that's another story) right in front of the server. The plate broke in a thousand pieces, several of which hit us in the legs. It took at least 15 minutes before someone came and swept up the remnants of the broken plate. That is unacceptable but......Did the manager come over? Heck no. He didn't even MOVE or turn around from his seat at the bar where he was parked watching the Spurs/Heat game. That's right. The manager parked his butt in a seat at the bar the entire time. He would randomly get up and go cut a pizza from time to time, without washing his hands first mind you, but he never came around to a single table, never looked up once during the parade of broken dishes, and could not have been any less involved in his shift. The pizza took so long to arrive that it was actually cold and the crust was soggy. Done. There's just no reason for this when Grimaldi's isn't a cheap visit at all. I've given too many chances and it's just not worth it.
(1)Miss C.
Walked in the door to the host listening to a server blatantly bitching about something, no acknowledgement, nothing, and another gentlemen with his back to the door who greeted me before the two girls staring right at me! Our server was a little frazzled, but I am throwing that on tweedle dee at the front who clearly had triple sat her. The place has a huge acoustics problem.. It was boisterously loud and echoey. THe layout is really awkward, it is an oddly shaped place and that leads to tables being in odd spots. We were in some sort of corner of a corner. I was about to walk out as I was waiting for the hubster to find a parking spot (really tricky at this place on a weekend) and he found a spot quicker than our server greeted us (about 5 min). But I felt bad leaving after he had spent so much time to find a place to park and we had wanted to try this place... We were actually trying it so see if it would be a good fit for a large (i.e 25 people) party we are planning in November (clearly we have decided against that) I ordered a beer, I had asked what their draft selection was and she said that they had the Sam Adams seasonal (knowing Sam Adams usually has more than one seasonal at a time, this was as informative as telling me the beer was yellow). I inquired more and the server said, "oh, I don't know, its like light you know, definitely lighter than Blue Moon" I reply with, "light in what sense because Blue Moon is not a heavy beer in the slightest bit" ,( its actually an anti-beer..back in the serving days it is what I would suggest to people who want a beer that didn't usually drink beer). Her reply was "oh Blue Moon is REALLY strong! So this beer isn't like this!" Oh jeez. Really?!?! Why I continued to ask for more clarification is beyond me, clearly this girl had never had actual beer in her life.. (having worked at a brewery for eight years, there is an inevitable beer snobbery that kicks in) But, I have had some REALLY GROSS Sam Adams before (ie. their Winter beer with pine needles...yes, yes, pine needles...it tastes as air freshenery as it sounds) Anyways, insert 3 more completely incorrect statements about beer later, and I just ordered the damn thing. It was 118 out the weekend we went, and I just wanted something cold...all else fails I could just down it. I was very thirsty by time it got to me...8 minutes later-with no head bc it sat at the well so long. It was the oh so lovely host who brought it (which mind you, didn't look like she was old enough to serve the glass). While waiting for my food (see below) I ordered a second beer...yeah, that one took so long to get to me it was warm...sigh. About 30 min later the hubster's pizza came. Mine, not so much. Our server did not even acknowledge that my pizza was MIA. I saw her frantically trying to get the managers attention. I saw her impatiently talking to the expo. I saw her pacing. Not once did she say, "hey it will be just a moment on the pizza". Five minutes later she finally gets the manager to acknowledge she needs help. Manager goes to the line, gets my pizza and delivers it. Not once does the MANAGER say "sorry about the wait, etc". I bring up the wait. Her response...HA! "Oh well, our pizzas are hand made, so they can't possibly all come out at the same time. And your pizza has fresh sausage on it, so clearly it has to cook for longer. I mean you should see how it is when we have large parties, they never get their food at the same time. It is just how we do things here. You should of expected that for a fresh made pizza" WHAT THE HECK?!?!?!?!?! Did that just happen?!? Oh and your FRESH sausage...it tastes just like the pepperoni on the hubsters pizza...tastes just like Jimmy Dean. Lady, don't patronize me. I worked in restaurants for 13 years, I watched the game happen the second our server realized she forgot to put my pizza in...Don't make up some lame excuse about pizzas can't possibly be ready at the same time for the same table...if that is actually true then you have a very POORLY run kitchen. Our server was nice, but that didn't make up for the horrible service we got... Only part of it was on her end though. I asked for a box, server said she would box it...ugh I hate that. What I ended up with was foil very loosely covering my pizza and thrown in a huge bag...umm...really?!? You're a pizza joint and this is the best method you have for left overs?! $50 for two pizzas, 2 beers, and a salad accompanied by obnoxious staff and overcooked pizzas....yeeeah no thanks! Oh and they were rolling silverware outside on the patio... Sucks for the server that does it & I sure hope bugs don't land on the "clean silverware".
(1)Siam M.
I'm not a big fan of thin crust pizza but for this place I would recommend this place for is fresh toppings like the mozzarella and traditional sauces. We came here for a birthday celebration because my SO signed up for their email list and you get a free large one topping pizza for your birthday. There was some miscommunication with our server and received the pizza with a different sauce which we were fine with but the server and the manger were insistent on getting it taken care of. The atmosphere is nice with it being nicer with the outdoor seating. The only complaint we really had was it was cold inside with the indoor seating
(4)Dave B.
Good pizza, but not great. They have different pizza basic options ... And you add toppings at. $2-$4/ea from there. It can get pricey fast if you let kids order. They only have one special 'defined' pizza. Personally, I like to see what chefs come up with - if I want to make my own, I'll call a delivery service. Big wine selection ... But wine and pizza don't go for me. Lots of lagers and hoppy ales - no stouts, porters or brown ales (I don't count Newcastle anymore)
(3)Jesse P.
The Best pizza that I have ever tasted they r a little slow on service So order 2 drinis at one time
(5)Wes B.
Listen, this place could have the worst service, horrible atmosphere and ridiculous prices and I'd still come here. And the answers yes, there pizza is just that good. But here's the bonus; there's great service and a nice italian diner atmosphere. Located conveniently next to a Harkins Theatre it's a wonderful date location as well. As long as they don't tweak that wonderful pizza this Italian isn't going to change his opinion(Fact, it's a FACT that there pizza is delicious ;)
(5)Jennifer L.
We visited our friends in Goodyear and I was kind of psyched to revisit Taste of Italy 2 where we had pizza the last time. Our local friends wanted to take us to Grimaldi's instead, their favorite pizzeria about 20 minutes away. Being the Yelpcurious sort, I was game to try this much hyped place. The downside to a place that has been hyped is that one's expectations are higher. We ordered: * Mediterranean Salad - Tasted fresh and good, but the dressing wasn't very balanced. yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… * Pizza half plain cheese, half with basil and tomatoes yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… * Pizza with sausage, pepperoni, and basil yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… * Louis Martini Cabernet - for our friend * Red Sangria - for our friend Positives: + I'm all about the thin crust. yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… + The sauce has a nice kick to it. + The fresh mozzarella tasted good. In fact, everything was very fresh. + They give kids pizza dough to play with while waiting for the food - fun! yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… Negatives: - There was a 45 minute wait - the price of popularity. - The service had chain feel to it that didn't rub me the right way. "I'm (server's name), and I'm going to take care of you." It was friendly enough, but wasn't for me. - My friend's pizza didn't have enough basil, and she asked for more. Our server said she could bring more for $2. That was disappointing for a tiny dish of chopped basil, considering it was already a topping and our $75 bill. Overall, I enjoyed the pizza and the kid-friendly atmosphere. It wasn't the best ever, but I'm a fan.
(4)Tony P.
First they were very busy, but that doesn't excuse poor service. Our waiter was also the Bartender. He took great care of the people at the bar but continued to forgery about us. Only refilled our drinks once after we finally got his attention after 20 minutes. He walked past us multiple times workout even glancing at us. Then or order was wrong which they did correct the pizza without us mentioning it and the salad was corrected after my wife brought it to the attention of the manager who waited on us more than our actual waiter. Different might have been better experience. The food did taste good. Call me old fashion but if I am spending $70 plus on a meal, I expect good service. I would not go back just because of the service.
(2)Jonathan G.
Pretty great pizzas! A bit pricy but you are paying for quality here not quantity. It's delicious!
(3)Mari M.
This is the pizza place that spoiled the taste of any other pizza for me, because it is the best I've ever had ! Oh how I miss you Grimaldi's ! Nothing compares to you ; )
(5)Candice T.
First time at Grimaldi's... Great experience!! We had a 30min wait on a Friday night but it was definitely worth it. Kim was our server and she was hilarious! She kept us laughing the whole time. Not to mention her service was exceptional. There was an error on our order and she quickly addressed it. Pizza and salad was delish. Request Kim at Peoria location and you'll definitely come back!
(4)John P.
This is our favorite brick oven pizza place. We have been back 20+ times and have only been disappointed once. The pie took 1.5 hours because someone forgot to fire the coals early. The manager fixed it by giving us a free large pie on our next visit. Sign everyone up for the birthday club. A free birthday pizza every year. Parking is tight around here because of the Harkins across the street. When our kids were little the wait staff would give them a pizza pan with some dough on it to play with while we waited for the pie. As for the pizza, we love it. Thin crust and folds perfectly for one handed eating. The salads are top notch. This place has a nice NY feel and was a real welcome addition to the west side. Worth every cent!
(5)Elizabeth A.
Since my family and I eat here at least once a month i should leave a review. This place is amazing. beer selection is great. Best Pizza in Arizona. Never bad service and place is always busy. Great cheesecake!!!!
(5)Eric M.
Excellent New York style pizza! I never expected to find this good of pizza in Phoenix, but maybe I should. The entire city is an oven!
(5)Tiny D.
I don't get why everyone thinks this place is so great. A friend recommended this place awhile ago and I finally tried it and was totally disappointed. Their crust sucks and is paper-thin. I was expecting deep-dish crust with tons of flavor. What they have is communion-wafer crust that they over cook. I ordered mine with pepperoni and "meatballs". These meatballs looked more like meat discs. And my pizza was way too dark. It looked burnt. I honestly liked the salad better.
(2)Danielle F.
Ricotta, extra mozzarella, pepperoni and Italian sausage make the best pie. Kim is a great personality.
(4)Haili S.
We LOVED Grimaldi's until we went last night... They had dropped our pizza on the floor and had to make it for us again.. No big deal, except that while they were making us a new pizza they were using a high pressure hose and spraying it straight down on the floor making a huge range of water back spray, hitting our new pizza and the open line where all the toppings are kept. Gross, I wont pay for floor water pizza. We had to leave. So disappointed and the worst part was the manager didn't even care.
(1)Harvey S.
Coming out of a later movie in Glendale the other night, we decided to look for a place to eat nearby. Whipped out the smartphone, set the setting to YELP, and the tractor beam locked onto Grimaldi's nearby. Off we went at warp speed. At the time of arrival, which was later dinnertime, there was no wait. We got a table and had to hop up on the chairs to sit there. Looking around, I enjoyed the whimsy of the decor, with what appeared as wine bottles with their bottoms cut off as hanging lights, different NYC Subway signs, some b&w classic NYC scenes, and the cooks nearby, twirling the pizza dough. The menu is clearly focused on the pies, with basically just a few appetizers and salads for other items. We ordered a Caesar salad to start. The plate and salad were nice and chilled, with the dressing having a slight lemon taste; it was light, not a hearty Caesar dressing, but enjoyable. The presentation of the pizza is as they should be: a stand to give it the respect it deserves, and served on a platter with a serving utensil (unlike many places that just expect you to use your own fork or knife--barbarians!) Ours was a large, thin crust cheese pizza with fresh tomatoes and kalamata olives. The tomatoes were perfectly cut and distributed--it looked like a pepperoni pizza. The olives stood out, very nice flavor with a salty kick--these were the good ones and not overcooked! Although I did order a pie with sauce, I didn't really notice it...maybe they didn't use much. I hope to return and try that again. Though there was plenty to fill us up and take a few pieces home, we decided to save room for dessert and ordered the tiramisu, which is always interesting to see how each place interprets it. We found they don't make their own (though they do make their own cheesecakes), but it was excellent: very moist and flavorful. Our service was great: the waitress came over several times to see how we were doing and someone else came by towards the end to see if we had a good experience. Of course, it also wasn't the rush hour, so that helped. I hope to make it back to this or another of their locations, as it has great thin crust pizza WITHOUT a huge wait. Beam me back, Scotty!
(4)Tim W.
THE PIZZA IS SOOO GOOD! Ok, first of all Grimaldi's Pizza is a New York style pizza with a coal burning oven. The pizza is very cheesy and also has very good homemade sauce. We went there last night and here is what we think, Pizza- 5 (cheese, grilled chicken /w roasted peppers and sun dried tomatoes) Drinks- 4 ( Iced Tea, and lemonade) I would recommend going to ANY Grimaldi's, they have great pizza and are very consistent.
(5)Lindsay K.
The pizza is delicious definitely cannot complain about the taste or the texture everything is good the only problem with this place is the limited menu! They only have pizza, salads and calzones, it would be nice if there was a little bit more variety. They also have desert but I haven't had any yet.
(4)Sandra H.
Good pizza, wish there was more cheese. Didn't realize each topping was a charge. Used to 2 or more topping there be a charge. But overall a great place to eat, nice and relaxing. to bad the landlord does not allow dogs on the patio.
(4)Ann M.
We had some time (40 minutes) before our movie started so we thought it would be a good spot to grab some food, and it was not busy at all on a friday night so we thought that would help with time too. We go in and even though the place is empty we are sat in a tiny dark corner and left to look at our menus. We sat for about 10 minutes and then we had to get up and go over to the several girls standing at the hostess stand and asked where our server was, after another 3 minutes or so he finally showed up and took our drink and food orders, the food took some time but did show up. It was good and I liked the brick oven taste it had but then they messed up on (and again took forever) to get our dessert order. We only saw our server once, no refills offered on our drinks and it was all together a horrible experience, and late 10 min to our movie. Next time we will go over to toby keith's place a short walk up instead!
(2)Anton E.
Went to a group family party here. So glad I wasn't paying. We sat and chomped on ice, had to wait forever on refills. Food was so-so...definitely not worth what the group ended up paying for. Once again, this place disappoints at every opportunity. Pizza crust is too thin and burnt and flavorless-unless you like charcoal. Even for free I was less than impressed.
(1)Azspiceco D.
This place has great Pizza. After buying it here for years I won't be back. I waited 10 minutes to place a to go order only to be passed up for the bartenders friends. Maybe you have to know someone here to get good service. I will not go back to this place. There is a much better one in Gilbert and Scottsdale. Same great food, better service.
(2)Joyce F.
walked over there for dinner saturday night and they were closed!
(1)Jason J.
Great thin crust pizza with really fresh toppings. You may want to order a size bigger than usual based on the super thin crust
(5)Eliza W.
Love this place. Went for the first time the other day. Food was great, atmosphere was great, service was great. Will definitely be back.
(5)Holly B.
Grimaldis is great! I went after we found they have scientists that have replicated the NY water to make true NY pizza. It is just that - true New York pizza that you will never get any other place than New York. The pizza is excellent and the menu is extremely basic - I like that. I have two kids and they bring the dough for them to play with while we wait for the order. The wait has never been more than 20 minutes from the time we order to the time we get our fabulous food. Our waiters have always been good about refills. They also have a half off Tuesday for their wines!
(4)Arlin B.
This Grimaldi's is A~OK if your in the area looking for good pizza. I usually rave about one of the other Girmaldi locations to my friends and since we were in the area we thought, why not try this Grimaldi's. After all it's a Girmaldi's and the Patsy Girmaldi's in DC Ranch taste a like the Girmaldi's in New York. We were a little concerned when we arrived since this place was very slow and it was during peak lunch time. The service was ok not exceptional but good. I usually don't have to ask for a refill on my beverage at the other location, but here I did twice... The decor of this Grimaldi's is very nice. I found myself starring at the ceiling more than once thinking: "better not bring my bride here; she'll want me to do this to our ceiling in the den"! Lunch~ antipasto salad. The fresh mozzarella was very good, oven roasted sweet red peppers were too cold and not seasoned, the salami was sliced very thin and offered only four pieces (lacking), some olives and some fresh baked bread. The mozzarella and bread were the stars of this dish ~ everything else let you wanting more or something different. Personal pizza ~ white garlic with fresh tomatoes. For the first time ever I had to add salt to my pizza, what the heck? The crust was full of the deliciousness goodness I'm used to at Grimaldi's, crispy and scrumptious but the white cheesy and garlicky toppings needed more seasoning... The calzones my colleagues had were delish and they ate everything in sight including the left over sauce from their calzones. I would come back again but for dinner not lunch. The bar area seemed to be the place to be in this location. This is where you want to sit so you can watch the pizza dough flying before they load it into their brick oven, have some beer or wine but order a different kind of pizza!
(3)Russell S.
My coworkers have raved about this pizza place I finally went with then for lunch. We were greeted promptly, asked for our drinks. Nice atmosphere with a taste of NYC. The waiter came back and took our order. We all opted for the lunch special of pizza, salad and drink. The salads came back a few minutes later and was a good size with a nice vinegarette. About 10 minutes later, the pizza arrived. I really enjoyed my pizza. I ate my personal pizza quickly. I wish I had more.sausage on my pizza. That would be my only complaint that each slice had maybe 1 or 2 bits of sausage. Service was very good. We were in/out within 45 minutes. This will be a place I will head to for lunch often! Great pizza at a great price.
(4)Jeff K.
Great pizza! I was in the mood for thin crust and this place delivered. There was something about the dough that had a unique taste which was good. I will come back for sure!
(4)Sanford R.
I just tried Grimaldi's for the first time and enjoyed the experience on the whole. Their pizza is quite unique and while I wouldn't say it is a favorite of mine it is still very good. We also ordered two small salads and were surprised by how big they were. We wondered what the large salads must look like. Also, the cheesecake was some of the best I have had in awhile. That was probably even better than the pizza to tell you the truth. The restaurant did feel a little crowded and there were certainly a lot of people there, but it seemed like a great place to eat nonetheless. The prices are slightly higher than what I expected, but I still had a nice experience at this pizzeria.
(4)Taric W.
THIS is what passes for gourmet pizza in Glendale? I think not. You're kidding me. Grimaldi's is a sweet looking place in the desolate Park West. The decorations are great, and there is plenty of Sinatra playing to further the illusion of class, but once you sit down and look at the menu, the disappointment starts flying at you. Appetizers? I think not, unless you're feeling like salad. There is salad, pizza, and wine. Also, a full bar, with beer. Not that having a simple menu is bad, it's just that when pizza is all you make, I expect mind blowing pizza. This falls flat on all levels. The crust I'll admit was decent. Just the right amount of flavor and charring. You're getting that right. But the tomato sauce? Nothing special. Do they buy it from Safeway? The cheese? Just alright for a gourmet pizza, and certainly not enough of it. As far as toppings go, I don't like the idea of needing to order extra cheese just to have my pizza covered. Also, I feel every gourmet pizza joint of this magnitude should have proscuitto as an option. 'Ham' just isn't cutting it. Don't fret, the white pizza was okay. It used just the right amount of garlic, and had a fair balance. It was a bit on the bland side, and I would definitely have olives on that if I ever came back. But please, Grimaldi's, spare us all your pretentiousness. No matter how many decorations (your plastic hostesses included) you put up, or how much backstory you have about NYC, you define mediocre. Don't offer me some BS wine pairing with your pizza, the only pairing it deserves is a mug of Budweiser and a Yankee's game. It's just not quality stuff. Some poor chump is going to waste $40 on a pizza and some $5 BevMo wine thinking he's dining on something amazing. Meanwhile, I'll be enjoying my meal at a place like Piazza Al Forno. Take notes.
(2)Mariana V.
Love the atmosphere and the delicious pizza. It's the perfect combination of crispy and thicknes. You can tell they use high quality ingredients. Yes, I do admit the wait is long on weekends but if you want to enjoy fast service and don't mind a dinner date during the week then I suggest you go on the not so busy days. They don't have much of a appetizer selection, but who needs appetizers with pizza this good! This is one of my favorite romantic places to go with my husband. I definitely recommend it.
(5)Diane R.
Went in w my birthday email for free pizza. Waiter was great. Just had iced tea & soda. Pizza was delicious as usual Left tip as if bill had $16 pizza incl Dont want to short-change staff
(5)Angelica P.
I've eaten an both this location and their Scottsdale location as well. I'm always happy with their food and drinks. Service is great.
(5)Jenny W.
My favorite local pizza spot to eat with the family or on a date night. love the pepperoni and garlic pizza. So yummy! Great service and relaxed environment. They will even hold your pizza if you have a movie to catch.
(5)Daniel B.
I was hungry on a Sunday afternoon, and I was visiting from California. Let me start off this review by saying that this place has the potential to be a 5 star, but I only downgraded because it is a very tiny place that is very popular, which results in some waiting for a table/spot at the bar, and your pizza. However, this place is the BOMB.com for several reasons. First, it has a great atmosphere. All the waiters are friendly and attentive, even if you aren't sitting at a table! The bartender Kevin kicks ass. Great sense of humor, and excellent bartender all-around. The pizza is amazing! I had a simple Personal Pepperoni Pizza with Extra Famous Grimaldi's Sauce. Absolutely delicious! As far as the price goes, I ordered a small caesar salad, a lemonade, and a personal pizza with two toppings and the price came to about $24. This is misleading, because I ate all the food myself, but it could have easily fed 2-3 people. So in summary, great food, great employees, great price. Check it out, but try and go when its not as busy.
(4)Mike S.
Wow this place has very bad service. Stopped in for a personal size pizza had 45 min before movie starts next door. Seated no more then 20 feet from the pizza station. After 30 min the server comes by and says they are still woking on it. 15 min latter we walked out with nothing. This was the only time we talked to the server and the Manager never came over, even though he could see us seating there bored to death, to explain why they are inept. Had more conversation with the bus boy as he pickup around us. Really how long does it take to bake a 12" pizza 5 -8 min. Never again, has been 3 years since I was there before and it was so-so then, so it's not gotten better. Fool me once good for you, fool me twice shame on me.
(1)Laura M.
The hubs, babylove and I stopped by Grimaldi's Pizzeria last Saturday for a late lunch. A dear friend of mine had been telling me forever about how wonderful the pizza was here. We finally got to find out for ourselves what all the buzz was about. We ordered a pepperoni pizza with a ceasar salad; and I ordered a glass of the house red wine. The salad was a perfectly dressed ceasar--not too much dressing but not so little that you're just eating dry romaine. The pizza was delicious! That crust truly is so crispy and appetizing! And of course the wine was a perfect compliment to the meal. A bit on the dry side with a bit of a bite but delicious nonetheless. And because I am all about the ambiance of an establishment, I was very impressed with the 'hand' of the table linens. Red and white checked tablecloths with a heavy cotton hand prove this is no cheesy (no pun intended) Italian joint. The table is simply set with just the minimum items needed for your meal. As for the customer service--from the hostess that greeted us to the waiter, we experienced friendly, professional service. Everyone was kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I look forward to visiting Grimaldi's again in the very near future!
(5)Anne W.
Rude staff, rude manager, and slow service. We have given it three separate tries and it is the same every time. Perhaps I am overly critical of the rudeness because I work in hospitality. However, we will not be returning.
(1)Barbara H.
We've been to Grimaldi's several times and every time it's just as fabulous as it was the last time. Their pizza is, by far, my favorite in the valley and is always consistently good. They have an excellent by the glass or bottle wine list and their beer selection is also good. They have an excellent Caprese salad that we like to have as an appetizer before our pizza. Their menu is small, mainly pizza and a few salads, so if you are looking for a place with lots of choices (pastas, sandwiches, etc) Grimaldi's may not be the place for you. But if you are looking for amazing pizza, I would highly recommend giving Grimaldi's a try. One thing to keep in mind: weekend evenings can be very busy, so I suggest going at slightly off times or bringing a dose of patience.
(5)Bad L.
I am fast becoming a pizza afficianado. We found this group of restaurants off of Northern and the 101 - one exit before the cardinal stadium. I like Grimaldis. It's different pizza. You can't go wrong. Pizza is good and salads are great too.
(4)Donna P.
My family eats here often. One if the best pizza places in the valley. Fresh ingredients. The salads and desserts are really tasty too. We are picky about our pizza and hard to please and this is 1 of 3 places we will eat pizza at in the Valley.
(4)Debbie T.
Ahhhh...it's nice to be back! We hadn't been here in a while, and had actually forgotten what delicious pizza tastes like. I love their menu, simple and to the point...salads, pizzas and calzones. We started off with a small caesar salad, which could feed 3-4 people. It was tangy and fresh tasting, with crunchy croutons. We couldn't stop eating it. But, then our pizza arrived...a large with ricotta, fresh sliced tomatoes and half meatball...mouth-watering! I've never been a big fan of overly sauced pizza, and this always has just the right amount on it. The crust is the perfect vehicle for their fresh ingredients. My husband finished off his slices, and I took home half of mine (to be enjoyed later). The staff was very nice, but the food was "MWAAAH"!! We can't wait to come back.
(5)Luisa V.
Oh Grimaldis, where do I start?!? The pizza is amazing (pepperoni and jalapeño being our family favorite) and its always made perfectly with the right amount of toppings but the reason I can't give 5 stars is because I can't understand why the bathrooms are so small!!! Three people can not even fit in their comfortably, I like to wash my hands without reaching over people so that's why I have to give 4 stars. If the bathroom was spacious it would definitely be 5 stars!!! But service and pizza are amazing!
(4)Terri D.
Great pizza, nice crispy thin crust, great sauce best I have had since moving to the valley. Service was also good will be back for more I highly recommend giving them a try.
(5)Cassandra B.
You can always count on an excellent trip when you visit Grimaldi's. I have never had a bad experience in any way in any of the times I've eaten at this location or any other one for that matter. Grimaldi's gives a consistently professional experience and always has scrumptious food. Today was no different. My husband and I we were in for lunch so we started with a small Mediterranean salad to share (that we could have split to with more people as well) and a half carafe of the house wine. We ordered a pesto pizza with beef meatballs, jalapenos and mushrooms. The thin crust is delicious the pesto is to die for. It is one of my favorite pizzas in the valley. We ended the meal with a slice of Bailey's Irish Cream cheesecake and a glass of Moscato. The service was spot on and the entire experience was enjoyable. I highlt recommend Grimaldi's to everyone!
(5)Joseph M.
This place was great. Was in town on business and went here with a couple of coworkers. We ended up getting two pizzas and salad. I loved the meatlovers pizza, the crust was great and was filled with lots of toppings. We also got a pesto artichoke pizza that was also great. Overall if I were in the area again I would def check this spot out again.
(4)Cherlyn E.
Interesting service. Not sure if it is bad or just the staff. But the pizza is very good. Sit at the bar for better service.
(4)Jose M.
Kept seeing this place next to the theater and I decided to try it out one day. I had the ceasar salad and cheese pizza. The food was decent enough to eat it all but I mostly live the atmosphere, artwork on the walls, and great jazz music. Nice cost place to stop by at for a glass of wine after a movie.
(3)David D.
Ok, so I seem to agree with everyone here from the 5 stars to the 1 star. The pizza is simply fantastic. I understand they use a filtering system for their water which explains the delightful crust. The mozzarella is top notch, they use quality pepperoni and other meats. Like some of the others here though, I have experienced downright shoddy service. The management is lackadaisical to the point where I took the time to write the corporate office. To be blunt "he just doesn't give a damn". That is too bad because the place is just screaming to be a success. I know that I have avoided this place, just based on the management alone. We have a wood fired pizza joint (Sal's Tuscan grill) nearby which has really good pizza as well and when I am peeved at Grimaldi's, I go there instead. It isn't as good as Grimaldi's but customer service counts for something. GET OVER YOURSELF and treat your customers with some respect.
(4)Erica C.
Ive been remiss in posting updates: But, we have been to Grimaldi's at Park Central numerous times since my original post. The pizza's are very good, and the ingredients are of good quality. The wine selection is nice. If you go during the spring, you are certain to see some type of celebrity. Also, be sure to sign up for the email's and your birthday to get a free pizza for your birthday. If you are without children, I suggest you sit at the bar. Quick, and excellent service.
(4)Christina N.
Ate here was not impressed with the service or food. Pizza was mediocre and while we were dining a server came and removed our table condiments such as red pepper, parmesean, salt, & pepper. Although they weren't busy we still had an hour before close and I thought that was very rude (I actually use red peppers) won't be back here and for the price and atmosphere I have higher expectations
(1)Trace M.
I have been to Grimaldi's before and this was my second visit while on a date before heading to Westgate. The service was good and the food was good. However here is where the unprofessional-ism comes in. After dinner my GF went to the restroom, while in the restroom, a waitress approaches her with a proposition from the Manager named "Rich". Stating, "he wanted to give her his number since he found her so attractive and wanted to know her status with the guy at the table". This offended her and she declined the offer. Evidently, this is a common practice by the manager to prey on female patrons as the waitress had no problem assailing her on his behalf. My GF returned embarrassed/offended and wanted to leave immediately; she wouldn't tell me what was wrong until we exited the restaurant, in order to prevent a scene from occurring. The manager should really take some classes on business ethics. Patrons are there for the growth of your establishment, not for your own carnal desires.
(1)Cindi D.
If you like genuine NY brick oven pizza made with fresh mozzarella,tasty tomato sauce and quality meats, this is da place! Choice of freshly made crusts..thick or thin..both are great. I'm fourth generation off the boat Italian and fussy about my pizza and this really hits the spot. A large pizza with toppings is a reasonable under $20.00. Mangia!
(4)Andy L.
Everyone says that the best pizza in Arizona is Pizzera Bianco. I think it is Grimaldi's. I am 99% vegan, but when I have cheat days, it is for cheese pizza and there are only a couple of places I am going to cheat at. Grimaldi's is one. I swear I could eat an entire 18" by myself.
(5)Jake V.
Great pizza. The caprese salad is awesome. I love the mushroom, pepperoni, sausage, and basil pizza. Awesome will come back.
(4)Sam F.
This place is amazing, great food, nice atmosphere, family friendly. It's hard to eat any other pizza than Grimaldi's. After visiting the original location in Brooklyn, this is very comparable to the great pizza they serve. Always finish the meal with some original cheesecake. Well worth it!
(5)Happy J.
Me and a friend stopped at this location for a Friday lunch after going to the movies. The staff was friendly and not intrusive. The waitress did a good job of replenishing my soda. As for the food: I couldn't even tell I was eating a sausage calzone. Very light on the toppings. My friend's calzone had to be returned to the kitchen for reheating; the middle was cold. Unfortunately there really wasn't anything that made the food stand out. Desserts were okay too. We both had cheesecake and it was no different than cheesecake from a supplier that any restaurant would serve. Comparing the price with the food quality and uniqueness, I'm not sure if I would return here.
(2)Angel M.
I came here on a strong recommendation from a friend. After reading the reviews, I was anxious to try it out. I went on a Saturday night, half expecting it to be really busy. We were seated in about five minutes or less. Not busy on a Saturday night...made me kind of worried. The menu is sparse, it made ordering really easy. Service was fairly slow considering the small amount of people in the restaurant. Refills were slow, service was kind of inattentive but not rude. Our pizza came out in about 15-20 mins. We ordered a white with garlic with pepperoni and sausage. The pizza looked and smelled delicious, but that's where it all went bad. First off, the pizza crust was really soggy because of all the grease under the pizza. I have never ate such a greasy pizza in my life. i had to drain every single slice, it literally created a puddle on my plate. There was a significant lack of sauce on my pizza, some parts of my crust were bare, not even a hint of red on them. The pepperoni and the sausage tasted great and there was enough toppings on the pizza to justify the $2 price tag. The non soggy areas of crust were great, and the cheese was amazing. We ended up taking half the pizza home, the slices were filling. The pizza was better the next day, after the box absorbed most of the grease, after throwing away the pizza box, the bottom of the box was saturated in grease. I'm not sure if grease makes a quality pizza, but in this case it just made a soggy crust. **Update** Under intense pressure I came back here and tried a white with chicken, they seriously redeemed themselves. I spoke to the manager and he insisted my last time was a fluke and should have been corrected. I would come back on occasion.
(4)Jean S.
Menu is pretty simple. Pizza and Salad but its the best pizza I've ever had! Thin crust new York style pizza with quality ingredients. The sausage is amazing and I'm not usually a sausage pizza person. Service was great and very friendly staff.
(5)Matthew S.
This place has great food, great service and is in a great location. The lunch specials are a good deal, but if your eating and drinking here for dinner your tab will be pretty high. Just make sure you check the beer and wine prices before ordering or you could be sitting there staring at your bill going "wtf."
(4)Thomas H.
Delicious crispy and always done the way you want it. This is one of the best pizzas I've ever eaten. The ambiance is great, the staff are friendly.
(5)Tony S.
The pizza was thin crust, generous amounts of toppings - and best of all the pizza was not greasy. There was literally no grease running all over like some pizza's and we really liked the flavor. The service was prompt and they seemed to have a good amount of traffic in and out of the store, so they can handle the busy times it appears. We will be back! I would reccomend this for parties of 2-4 only. It does not look like it would be easy to get larger parties seated.
(4)Scott B.
took my wife there last week. it is a really good. the food was great and the decor was really cool and the staff was very helpful and nice.
(4)Jack N.
Another pizza chain claiming to be the best from NY. Grimaldis is located across from the Harkins at Park West. The inside always smells like dough and bleach for some reason. The staff is always rude and very short with replies. I went recently with my wife and another couple. They sat us in the very back in an alley like room even though the place was more than half empty. The waitress came out and asked for our drinks. Not friendly or if she was happy to see us. The menu consists of about half a dozen items. No wings or appetizers. Just build your own pizza and some salads. I ordered a large pizza with pepperoni, jalapenos, and mushrooms. I also ordered a large Mediterranean salad. Asked for ranch and the waitress arrogantly replied they don't carry ranch. So I asked for blue cheese and again she smirks that they don't carry dressings. I said, "Oh, okay thanks." Point taken: I am beneath your level of standards. Thanks. The salad was okay. Everything tasted fresh but had a little too much of their balsamic vinegar dressing. And for 10 bucks I could have made a salad that would have stomped a mud hole in that one. The pizza was a pretty decent size. The edges were slightly burnt and the cheese and sauce were on point. However, for 2 dollars per topping I expect more than 8 slices of jalapeno, 10 slivers of mushrooms, and the tiniest circles of pepperoni that I have ever seen. Not to mention the jalapenos had the ends on them. Yum, that tastes great chewing on jalapeno stems. Thanks Grimaldis! Then the manager comes by and cant even make eye contact and asks how we are doing. Great thanks. We wont come back here. The bill comes out to 40+ bucks before tip. For a pizza, salad, and a couple of drinks. Do yourself a favor. Go somewhere that appreciates your business and welcomes you in their restaurant at bare minimum. If you want to drop 40 bucks on a pizza and salad go to Piazza AL Forna, Bianco, La Grande, Spinatos, Oreganos, Cibo...etc...etc...etc.
(2)Travis L.
Went here for a bday party last night, service was way to slow then food came at various times so some folks in the party were half done while others plates were just arriving. Manager knew but didn't seem to care. Pizza was good but crust was barely cooked. If you have moderate standards this place may disappoint.
(2)Tracey S.
My friend took me for her favorite pizza around the area. It was delicious with a crispy thin crust, right amount of sauce. My half had pepperoni and onion. I would have preferred a few more onions for the $2.00 per topping but the pepperoni was generous. The waitress was efficient and refilled my ice tea 3 x's without asking. The place wasn't busy so the pizza came quickly. My friend and I split the Carmel toffee cheesecake that was divine. I would recommend this place and will go again.
(4)Mike O.
My wife loves their pizza, so there's four stars automatically. But that's where we stop. Too much inter-employee BS going on and not enough looking after the customer. And the floor manager (guess that's what he was, he sure wasn't helping anybody) needs to go to attitude school. We were lucky - very nice waitress. But you have to wonder when she's talking to the table next to us, telling them she's looking for another job where she can make some money. And, oh, yeah...they're believers in the "use a tiny carafe to serve the wine - it looks like they're getting more" school.
(4)Gina L.
This location should receive 5 stars for the food and none for the service. So I compromised. We arrived at 415pm on a Saturday and we were informed by the Host as he drank a soda with the straw in his mouth "we are stoking, are you familiar with this". No, this was the first time we've been here. Still with the straw in his mouth, "we have to change the coals out and re-start the fire and this process takes about an hour". Ok, we will order an appetizer and wait. He then said, it will be just a moment while we get your table ready. I looked around and there were only 3 tables occupied. About 15 minutes later, he directs us to a table right near where we were standing. The server took our drink order and offered to go ahead and place the order so we were first in line when the oven was ready. We ordered a couple appetizers and placed the order. The small salad was enough for 3 people and the large antipata was enough for 5. They were wonderful! We ordered 2 large pizzas & a large calzone- All were excellent! The meatball pizza was amazing! The calzone was stuffed full and did not disappoint. The price was a little high. Not happy that you have to pay $4-$6 for each additional topping. When we were ready to go, the server was nowhere in sight. We finally waived down a Manager and he took our card. Only then did the Server appear and drop off our bill and say, "thank you so much for stopping in". Again, the food was fantastic, but the service was bad. And why they would change the coals at dinner time on a Saturday, I'm not sure. I would go back again. But I would order ahead and make sure to avoid the "stoking" hours.
(3)Jenn D.
Best in town! Family friendly too!
(5)Matt N.
Grimaldi's pizza is good but over priced.
(3)Dave W.
I am so happy to find a quality pizzeria in my area! The quality of food here is top notch. The mozzarella they use is imported just for them, and it's amazing. And the rest of their ingredients are just as satisfying. The servers are very attentive and will even serve you your pizza slices. The ambiance is fun; very New York/Rat Pack, classy Italian-esque. See you again soon, Grimaldi's!!!
(5)Holly R.
My boyfriend and I heard good things so we decided to try it out. We were seating immediately but it took 15 minutes before someone took our order and then an hour until we got our medium pepperoni pizza. The salads were- eh. I would choose a QT salad over Grimaldi's any day. Oh yeah, when we finally got our pizza-it was BURNT on the bottom. For all the money this place charges. So not worth it. Should have went to Pizza Hut. :/
(1)Daren C.
Great service, food and atmosphere... why only 4 stars. The pizza was not as good as the Scottsdale site. it could be the ovens were not "seasoned" yet or it could be I had pizza for dinner the night before, and lunch the day of, then dinner here... but usually that would not be an issue. We had 3 large pizzas and it feed 7 adults and 5 kids. (full but not stuffed) 1. Tomato and garlic EXCELLENT 2. Pep GREAT 3. Cheese MEH The server was attentive, funny and nice.
(4)Glen F.
Pizza was good. Drinks are better! Staff ok
(3)Matthew V.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria is my new favorite place to get pizza. I usually go with my family and here's what we order. We share the Mediterranean Salad. It is big enough to serve four people with a little extra for who is hungry. That would be me. Romaine lettuce, olives, feta cheese onions etc. The dressing is very light and refreshing. For pizza, we order two personal sized pizzas and that feeds four people with a little extra for who is really hungry. That would be me AGAIN. This pizza goes down easy. It's great tasting pizza with delicious sauce, fresh toppings, and thin crusts that do not leave you bloated with dough. The wait staff remembers my family and we are greeted when we enter and throughout the course of our dinner. A past waiter will always drop by to say hello. The wait staff are very attentive and are true professionals. This Grimaldi's location is in the new Park West shopping center. Check it out. This location gets packed on the weekends and week nights draw a respectable crowd. Grimaldi's is one of the reasons.
(4)Rick G.
I placed a to go order and had personal size with onions, olives and red peppers, it's probably the best pizza i've ever had. The personal size is 12" so it's the size of a medium at most other places. The personal cheese pizza is $9.99 but I had to pay $8 for just 3 toppings, but once I got to eat it, it felt it was well worth the price. I would definitely recommend it to pizza lovers.
(5)Jeremy G.
I go here about once a month. The food is always consistent and the service is also. Keep up the good work!
(5)Matt H.
Been busy with work and haven't written a review in a while so I figure it's about time i contribute. I've been meaning to try Grimaldi's at the new Park West complex for a while now. I'd heard good things from family members, and last week the opportunity finally presented itself. The first thing I noticed is that their lobby is virtually non existent, tons of people huddled around the hostess podium with a wait upwards of 30 minutes. To be fair it's about 6:30PM on a friday and they have a bar, but the bar is completely full as well. many patrons were waiting around the edge of the glass enclosed kitchen in the middle of the restaurant which I found odd. When we finally got seated our waiter greated us promptly with what seemed like a very "forced" brooklyn accent, " Ya Evah Been Heeyah Befo,... It's Good Pie" pleasantries aside he was very prompt and took good care of the table. He even gave my neice who was with us some pizza dough to keep her occupied. I ordered an individual red sauce pizza with with pepperoni, sausage and mushroom. They have 3 different sauces, red, white and pesto. The pizza came and was actually very good, the mozzarella was the fresh kind, not too much cheese, the sauce was a thick puree without being chunky. the toppings were very fresh, everything in sliced form, even the sausage. definitely need a fork and knife to eat this. supposedly it was a 12" pizza, but being new york style it was very thin, and I was actually kind of surprised I finished the whole thing. All in all not a bad restaurant, not a bad pizza and I would go back.
(3)Faith A.
Grimaldi's Grimaldi's.. You have changed the way I view pizzerias forever! I walk into this location for the first time, I can honestly say it's a mixture of ambiance between The Olive Garden and a typical pizzeria. The moment I walked in I was greeted and seated. The service may be described as polite and respectable. The food items ordered were a small pizza and a Mediterranean salad. The pizza had a THIN crust with mostly ingredients being the key volume piece in the pizza. The salad was delicious, fresh and filling. Thank you Grimaldi's for making pizza an eatable food once again without the fear of endless bread enhancers! I no longer feel guilty for eating pizza and PREFER Grimaldi's thin crust over any other pizzeria's pizzas. Great service, beautiful location and delicious food, five stars without a doubt :)
(5)Albert H.
This is NOT the same Grimaldis that is up on 59th Ave & 101 in Glendale. The Grmaldis here in Peoria claims original roots to the famous Grimaldis in New York. Extremely thin "Neopolitan" pizza is served up here and it was quite good. Good quality cheese, minimal sauce, and a few good beers are on tap (Pilsener Urquell paired well with their food). Located across from the movie theatre so it may be worthwile to dine at hours when people won't be going to the movies so much.
(4)Sydney T.
On our way home to So Cal, we decided to stop by Grimaldi's in Peoria, since it was both closer and not out of the way, like the Scottsdale one. The last time we were in town, Kathy first tried the one in Scottsdale and just died and went to pizza heaven. I agreed with her as we had it before leaving for home. An interesting note: the one in Scottsdale points to patsygrimaldis.com and the Peoria one just points to grimaldis.com . I'll need to ask... We had to take a detour off of Northern, since there was street work being done from out direction. When we finally got there, Grimaldi's was in a new shopping complex that looked like an outlet. The restaurant was facing the movie theatre and it started to rain while we walked in. We sat down and put in our order immediately, since we were dying hungry and didn't want the back and forth. Our usual: Pepperoni, onions and garlic. A nice blend of salty, sweet and savory. Kathy also ordered the mozzarella, tomato and basil salad. The mozzarella tasted store made and not hand made. The waitress did confirm that a company made the cheese just for Grimaldi's. When the pie did come out, it smelled divine and was just as good as I remember it to be. Kathy thought that the Scottsdale location made a better pie, but I think she is going off of euphoria. The crust was kissed by the coals, thin and crispy. As thin crust pizzas goes, Grimaldi's is head of the class. Pizzeria Bianco is in a class of its own, but that is an another review... We devoured our pie and I made sure to leave room for tiramisu. I am a maniac when it comes to tiramisu and was very pleased when I dove into the fresh tiramisu on drizzled chocolate. SO fricken good! Chased it with restaurant quality coffee. I can't think of a better way to end a meal. I found out that the father, Patsy, owned the original Brooklyn location and the son branched out to Florida, Arizona and other states. The name was changed to Grimaldi's from Patsy Grimaldi's after the dad retired. Overall, if you want a slice of New York pizza, outside of New York, Grimaldi's is your best bet. It only 6 hours from So Cal, but worth the drive...Stay hungry, my friends and good eatings!
(4)Heather B.
Grimaldi's, I love your food, but your customer service is horrible, therefore I am forced to rate you as a 1. Let's take last night as an example. I went to pick up my large pizza and a salad. I saw my pizza come out, I saw two guys opening the box, looking at the pizza and discussing something. One guys comes over to me, quickly opens the lid and says "isthisok?" (yup all in one word.) I said "uhh yeah, I guess so"... "but wait it looks a little small to be a large." He says - oh yeah it's between a medium and a large, but we will give you your salad for free. So, if I would have said "yes, it looks fine," they would have left me walk out of there with something less than what I paid for?! Plus now I have a pizza that will not fill up my family? When I ask for a new pizza he grudgingly says "well its gonna take 20-25 minutes." So, I leave... with a small pizza and a crappy wilted salad... and don't expect anyone to hold the door for you either... they are all too busy gabbing around the guest kiosk. Ps- this is the 2nd time my order was messed up and I must say even Domino's and Pizza Hut have never messed up my pizza size or toppings!
(1)Marika K.
Have been here twice and I am quite impressed. Great service and really great pizza. We have had the "white pizza" , pepperoni pizza and pepperoni, sausage and jalapeños and those have all been great. Hope this place continues to deliver great food and service for us! Glad we came across it!
(5)Thomas I.
I miss new York and the real Grimaldi's pizza. This is disappointing. Ordered 2 pizzas and would rather pay double for one slice in Brooklyn.
(2)Kristina W.
I love this pizza! The flavor, the crust, the toppings, are all fresh and yummy. The Greek salad had such awesome flavor; my hubby actually loved it and he doesn't usually eat green food! Lol it was a bit pricey but I actually tried to buy all the items and make my own at home the other night and it was close to the same price for less food! Service is fabulous! Nya is our favorite. great at what she does, sweet, and fun. All around had a great time. We will be back!
(4)J Z.
A friend and I went here for lunch today. We received a lukewarm (I'll be with you guys in a minute) greeting from a server. Same server took us to our table, piss poor attitude. Our actual server provided the same lukewarm greeting. Note to restaurants: TRAIN your servers to not address guests as "You Guys," especially when one of the guests is a lady. We ordered a pizza with tomatoes, mushrooms and sausage (sausage only on half). They messed up our first pizza and brought us out another. This restaurant is nothing like the namesake in Brooklyn. Decent food, bad service. I will not be going back here or any other Grimaldi's except the original in Brooklyn.
(1)Joe F.
5 stars are pretty hard to come by. I should review more, but time and all. This is how pizza should be. Great thin crust, hi temps and fresh ingredients. The server suggested a bruschetta. Man it was great. My 4 yr old and wife both wanted a pepperoni so we got one one those also. It was very good. My wife said it was the best pizza she has ever eaten. Very good service and I loved the atmosphere. I really like the fact that the menu is very small. I have always been of the opinion, do what you do best and excel. It was pretty expensive though. It was almost $50 for 2 pie's, 3 soda's and tip. We did have plenty to take home. We wont be eating there that often as money is kinda tight. Takeout would be quite a bit more affordable so that's a good option.
(5)Cathey P.
I have taken several groups of freinds from New England here as it reminds me of the pizza from the NE. Never been the least bit disappointed in the food or the service. Tonight we had a GREAT dinner and later discovered a wallet was left on the table. It was after closing time and when we called the manager agreed to wait for us to make the 15minute trip back to retrieve it even though it was LATE. He returned the wallet and all the contents and refused to even take something for staying late for us to get there. SOOOOOOOO nice to know thats the caliber of place we deal with both for our food and our service!! What a place!!!! KUDOS!!!!!!!!!!!
(5)Christopher D.
Ordered the white pizza with tomato onion and kalamata olives and was pretty tasty. They recommended that the pizza be cooked for an extended amount of time because of the wet ingredients which caused the crust to be slightly burned with a tad too much crunch for my tastes. Plenty of staff inside. Interior atmosphere was o.k. The only markdown I give them is the price. It seemed to lack value and was over priced. Probably will not return given it is too far away from me...and even if there were one closer, other places would get my dollar first.
(3)JM T.
After leaving the movie theater we were looking for a place to have dinner. Upon exiting the theater we saw 2 places in front of us; Grimaldi's and the Blue Burger Grill. We chose Grimaldi's. The place looks really cool, I love the decor, it is elegant and yet casual. I especially love the pictures of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. The service was really good. The food is not great but really good. We ordered a 16 inch pizza with tomato and mushroom. It was delicious. If you like ranch with your pizza be warned that they do not offer ranch. The price was reasonable. Overall this place is a very good pizzeria. I will be returning quite often.
(3)R B.
I love a good pizzeria and this place always delivers great, filling pizza. Period. I don't get why people would go for Domino's or Pizza Hut when you can have Grimaldi's.
(5)Diane E.
My husband and I went to Grimaldi's today for lunch. We decided to try this place one more time. Our last visit resulted in my sister biting into a large piece of coal and breaking her tooth. According to the manager this is common and they are supposed to check the pizza for coal before serving. My sister got the run around for awhile before she finally got her tooth looked at by a dentist. The manager wanted my sister to pay for everything and then Grimaldi's would reimburse. She finally was able to get the insurance information for billing, prior to her dentist appointment. This took several phone calls and a lot of frustration on her part. Today we decided to check the pizza ourself for coal and sure enough my husband found two small pieces in his pizza slice. Our waitress started out waiting tables and ended up behind the bar serving drinks. We had to ask several other waitresses for another, beer, water, etc., because our waitress never came back to our table. The service was horrible and the food was not worth the wait or the frustration of bad service!!!
(1)Amanda J.
Ate here for lunch. A cute restaurant with black straws (the nicer the eatery the more likely they are to use black straws). We were quickly seated, drinks arrived quickly. I was shocked that the menu offered only salads, pizza, calzone, and a couple dessert options. No appetizers, no pasta. I always like to see what other customers are eating. Most had salads, and all looked delicious. We had the antipasto which was alright. Rather bland with the exception of the kalamata olives. Everyone was eating pizza. All looked good and greasy. We had a small pizza with pepperoni and mushrooms. The cheese was good, and the sauce was real sauce! My dad said, "This pepperoni is some serious meat!" And my mother had heartburn in the first 5 minutes. Even though there was more than enough staff, our drinks sat empty for quite awhile. Our table exchanged "where'd the waiter go?" glances and a manager must have had radar for this. She immediately appeared at our table and refilled our drinks, boxed our pizza, brought our check and ran the credit card. I give that lady 5 stars. On the funny side- there was a girl "working" (could never tell what she was actually doing) who looked like a younger version of Tabitha from Tabitha's Takeover (show on Bravo). Little things: Restroom was clean! We sat near the front and heard the telephone ring multiple times. The brick pizza oven is in the middle of the restaurant and you can watch the guys toss pizzas. I wouldn't avoid the place in the future, but I won't go out of my way to eat there again.
(3)Joe D.
My brother also posted about our Mother's Day experience. These must be franchises because the Scottsdale and Chandler locations are like eating at a different restaurant entirely. This is the second and last time we will frequent this location. The pizza and calzones were awful.
(1)Honest R.
Great Pizza place. I like the thin crust but must warn you that if you order for pick up by the time you make it home it will be cold and soggy. I had it there and enjoyed it freshly out of the oven. The place is very nice and always busy.
(4)Ben B.
This is some of the best pizza in Phoenix. I have tried some of the others like Pizzeria Bianco but I still prefer Grimaldi's. Its not that I don't like the other places but there is something about that coal fired oven that gives the pizza just an amazing taste and texture that a wood fired oven just can't do. I agree with with some that the service could be better. It's not bad, it just could be better. I forgive them though because I really like their pizza. Usual we get a white pizza with ham on it and then I get a side of pizza sauce for me (my wife does not like any pizza sauce). Yummy, Yummy.
(5)Kelly T.
Ate here before a movie the other night with my hubby & daughter. We've been here numerous times before and are always pleased! If you call in advance, they take reservations for larger groups and are very accommodating. Caprese salad is awesome! And what to say about their amazing pizza .... I have cravings for their delicious crust often. Although the crust is thin, it will fill you up perfectly. Oreo cheesecake is phenomenal. Beer selection is great which is very important to me.
(5)Nicole M.
The pizza is pretty good.... but hello Cheesecake. Just the plain cheesecake is so delish! I never order desserts but swear I could never go there and not order the cheesecake at the end... It is the best!
(4)Kelly C.
I work at a near by restaurant ... we were craving something different because we eat our food everyday. So we ordered takeout. I am not a big pizza fan but it was hot tasty and ready when they said it would be.
(5)David T.
The best pizza in AZ. If not the world.
(5)Jennifer D.
Prior to eating at Grimaldi's Pizza in Peoria I was a fan of the Scottsdale location. I was very excited to learn that a location would be opening up near our home. This is the best pizza that I've had in the Valley, hands down. We always order a large Pepperoni Pizza with the occasional purchase of a White Pizza. We've also ordered salads and and antipasto and have been pleased every time. The crust is thin and a little chewy and the quality of the toppings come shining through. No, the pizza isn't weighed down with tons of toppings, there are enough toppings for every part of the pizza to sing.
(5)Ian T.
Wow, without a doubt one of the best place for pizza in the world paired with great wine and also awesome service. With the brick oven that carrys the pizza through the cooking process and gives it that elegant flavor, you can not beat grimaldis pizzeria. My wife and I go to this pizzeria almost every friday to catch up with friends and have that great feeling of being home and also feeling like you are wanted. We plan to keep going to this place for years to come based off food and service.
(5)Emina L.
I am giving Grimaldi's Pizzeria a 4 just because I had one not-so-tiny bad experience there, otherwise, it would get 5 stars from me. First time trying it was over a year ago and it was delicious. I would come back all the time and referred quite a few customers there. I still go about once a week, or every other week. My first bad experience was several weeks ago when I ordered a sliced tomato and mushroom pizza. My boyfriend and I were enjoying and were half way finished when I took a bite in something very chewy. It was pepperoni. Now this wouldn't be a big deal at all if eating meat was not against my beliefs. It really surprised me because I had been there so many times and this one time, out of all the pizzas, and all the people who do eat meat, this happens to me. Weird. I complained and the manager came out to apologize and that was it. She just apologized and stood there. It took her a few minutes to offer not charging us for the pizza. It was very awkward. Other that that one bad experience, I still come back. Always. The quality of the pizza sauce and the cheese is GREAT and everything else is great as well. This pizza is made in the brick over so it will not be your usual pizza you order from Dominos or Pizza Hut. If you are used to thick, greasy, nasty, low quality pizza, this place is NOT for you.
(4)Margaret L.
This place totally makes up for the other pizza place that unfortunately shares the same name as this place, but has absolutely no affiliation (thank goodness). First off, I have to say that the two times I've been here, I haven't once paid for the actual pizza, because if you sign up your birthday, you're given a coupon by e-mail for a FREE PIZZA. Extra toppings are extra charge, of course. So if you haven't tried this place yet and don't know whether you should spend your money, sign up to get a coupon on your birthday. I'll definitely spend my money for a pizza even without a coupon. The crust is thin and crispy, with just enough chew to it so it doesn't taste like a cracker with toppings. The coal firing gives a wonderfully smokey flavor to the pizza, and leaves yummy bubbles in the crust. So far we've done half pepperoni and half meatball. Meatball you say? I admit I've never had meatball on a pizza, so I couldn't help but picture golfball sized meatballs atop a thin slice harnessed in place with strings of mozzarella. I know, I know..they Slice the meatballs, silly. I'm normally not a big fan of pepperoni, but this stuff was surprizingly meaty, slightly spicey, and not too oily. The meatballs though...the meatballs are my favorite. Top everything off with great service (people that actually know their stuff), a fully stocked bar (with beer sporting the name of "the Kilt Lifter"), and nice cozy atmosphere. I have been back, and I will be back.
(5)Scott C.
Excellent coal fired pizza and fresh salads. Definitely make a visit!
(5)Ryan G.
This is the best pizza I've had since Bianco. Why would I wait 3-5 hours downtown when I can slide down Glentucky to grab a hand tossed pie and homemade tiramisu? Not to mention, my parents said the pizza was on par with or better than what they've had in Italy.
(5)Matt D.
Bad experience all around. We decided on Grimaldi's for Mother's day. Our service was iffy at best, but hell, we were excited for the pizza and calzone's. The pizza was adequate and nothing special. All the cheese shakers on the table had spoiled cheese, so that was no good. Also, they put the basil on before they cooked the pizza. That's a no no. In a 700 degree oven it comes out burnt. Did I mention the area we were sitting in had at least 5 flies fying around the whole time? The calzone's looked great, but there was something off. Each person who tasted the 4 calzone's said something was off. The texture was all wrong, the sausage that we asked for was ground up like ground beef and had no taste. Needless to say, except for the kids who enjoyed playing with dough, everyone at our table said they won't be back. Being from Brooklyn and knowing the kind of food Grimaldi's is capable of, we were very disapointed.
(1)Alex S.
Amazing pizza! I would have to say the best pizza I've ever had. I never really had real pizza until this place. Maybe, I thought I had, but once tasting this pizza I realized that I hadn't. A friend took me and my wife to this place and told me that they actually are from New York and they were first having trouble getting the pizza to taste authentic when they first got to Arizona, but they found out it was because of the water here. So they actually used purified water for the dough. It just shows you the detail that goes into making their pizzas. They can even tell you what wine goes with which pizza. pretty cool.
(5)Ashlee W.
The pizza is great and it's so original! The price is good and the food is great. But don't ask them for ranch it will highly offend them, they say that people use ranch to cover up the taste of bad pizza. The cheese is amazing!
(5)David S.
Great food! Ask for extra cheese. The staff is friendly and takes care of their customers. Best cal zone I've ever had.
(5)Julie S.
Bad reservation policy. Sunday night 5:30 pm, 9 of 11 guests were present with 2 guests in route; but the hostess, citing company policy, would not even take our name down for seating half an hour later as "all if our party was not present". When the rest of our party joined us at 6:00 pm, we were quoted a one hour wait. Grimaldi just lost the business of big spenders and big tippers, including a restaurant GM who lives and works in the area. To quote Pretty Woman, "Big mistake!" BJs Brewery, here we come.
(1)Eric G.
I don't review often, but I am still sitting at my table here at Grimaldis and I had to write this review. The pizza i just attempted to chew here at Grimaldis at Park West was less than average. The crust was supposed to be the best part and it was not at all. It was so chewy that me and my partner could barely chew it. The toppings were sparingly and they charge for every topping ($2). I Have eaten at Grimaldis in Scottsdale and it was much better. I would much rather have had pizza hut than this. I love pizzeria bianco and rays of ny. I hope mgr here sees this and figures it out soon.
(1)Cherry G.
This is great pizza. I love the mozzarella they use-it's the best,all others are only pretenders. It's obvious they use good ingredients. I wish it were more comfortable to eat in,like with booths,but overall it's a great place with great food. I didn't really like the calzone with ricotta as well as the pizzas-I'm just not a fan of the ricotta vs other cheese.The only thing I wish they would do is offer coupons so I would go more often. I asked them if they would take a coupon for the other grimaldi's and they snootily said they don't take coupons. la di da-still good eats. A pizza is a bit pricier than some,but worth it.
(4)Chris W.
still a big fan, wonderful pizza!!! -- Remember to join their birthday club!!!-
(5)CINDY H.
Great tasting pizza!! Its not traditional NY pizza but its amazingly good! Coal brick oven pizza and plus they make their own cheese which you can taste the freshness. I'm not a fan of greasy food and this place works well with my cheat days while I'm dieting. The salads are super good too!
(5)Sam G.
I have to agree with Taric W.'s review.
(2)Dan T.
Place is always friend, and I LOVE THE PIZZA. It's by far my favorite pizza place. Sign up on their VIP newsletter or eclub and you get a free pizza on your birthday, get it for free and try it. Sounds good to me.
(5)Julie R.
We went there last night, and enjoyed it, we order a bruschetta pizza and a veggie one. both were good, the service was good as well. We ordered 2 large pizzas, for 5 people, and everyone left full.
(4)Kelly A.
Horrible! my husband and I decided to eat here since I am from NY and he is from MD, we both love NY style pizza.........which this is not! it looked good when it came to the table but as soon as I took a bite I was very dissapointed, we got 2 small pizzas first was a pizza with red sauce cheese and shrooms and the second was a white margherita pizza, the red sauce has absolutely no flavor to it, I mean NO flavor it tasted like water seriously! the white pizza was the better place of the two but still wasnt worth what we paid. its expensive for what it is and the topping are priced way to high between 2-4 dollars per topping. the only thing I can say good about this place is that the cheesecake is made fresh in house and is very good, I got a strawberry cheesecake and hubby got the oreo which he and I both loved,the strawberry actually has strawberries in the mix its not on top like most others. I would never go back for the pizza but if I was in the area and wanted cheesecake I would stop in and get it to go. Oh and when hubby and I walked into this place there was about 5 servers or whoever just standing there in a group talking,but when we walked in they just stared at us as we walked to our table,didnt say anything just stared it was really awkward!!!!
(2)Dustin D.
simply put!!! we love this place and come here for a pie about twice a month. the caesar salad and the anti pasta are our favorite starters. the pepperoni is the best along with the sausage, but we always love a good tomato basil pizza.
(5)Devin M.
Not impressed with the manager... He greeted my girlfriend with "what can I do for you".? Clearly when you enter a restaurant you are not there to get your tires rotated... Also there was a long wait and there is absolutely no seating for the people that are waiting.. We wanted to walk around the shopping area while we waited but they have no pager system or text alert to let us know that our table was ready. Food was good, staff other then the manager was nice. A little pricey for what you get.
(3)Jeff C.
We come here a lot and we stopped by tonight for a birthday dinner for my wife and I. We decided to dine in and take advantage of our free bday pizza coupon. We had to wait as they were getting a table ready which is no big deal; this is where it went wrong. We sat down and the table was still covered in crumbs from the last table, a plate was dirty, then our sever came over. She took our drunk order and remove the plate, no apology, no big deal. When she brought the drinks back and took our order she gave a bit of an attitude. Then she got a larger table and we almost never saw her after that, but could hear her schmoozing it up with them. When she finally came back I asked if I could have a beer and a new water as my glass had something in it. She took the glass and again no apology. 10 minutes a later I got my beer which I could see was at the bar waiting and she took numerous drinks from there to her other tables. The beer was like warm at best. We ordered 2 large pizzas which came at completely different times and delivered by two different people. The pizza, however, was amazing as usual. We asked for our remaining pizza to go, our server stacked the two pizza tins on top of one another smashing one pizza, and then placing dirty dishes on top of the other pizza. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes I wouldn't have believed it. We didn't take the leftovers. Despite my suggestions my wife did leave a tip. From now on we will only be getting pizza to go because of this, hopefully anomaly, terrible service. We were so disappointed as we usually get amazing service every time we go.
(2)Jason C.
They have great pizza, but today I was there (4:30 on a Saturday) and the hostess told us that we would have to wait 30 minutes for pizza since they were "stoking the oven". My wife and I decided at first not to wait but quickly changed our minds and went back in. The hostess then told us they were on a 45 minute wait....let me just say, the restaurant was almost totally empty. In addition, the hostess was very aloof about her inability to serve her customers and quickly resumed her teenage chat with her friends once we decided not to stay. I think someone should remind the staff that their business model REQUIRES that they sell pizza to customers.
(2)Jennifer M.
Another amazing dinner!! This place definitely doesn't disappoint. Pesto pizza was delish, as was the traditional pepperoni. Our server Claudia was great. Made perfect pizza suggestions and my drink was never empty. Keep up the great work !!
(5)Nick M.
Best thin crust pizza in town by far. I usually just get pepperoni they are little bit not dried out like other pizza joints. The house salad is good with a light house dressing. Don't ask for ranch I think it would be an insult. All the staff is friendly. I have also tired the calzones that at really good too. The large will feed a small army. Good place to take a family or go have a beer. You wan watch them make your pizzas using fresh ingredients.
(5)Joyce W.
3.5 stars! After doing some light shopping in the Park West area, my friend and I stopped into Grimaldi's Pizzeria for a quick bite. The coal-brick oven was a pretty enticing feature and my friend and I ordered two personal pizzas. The crust was thin, crispy, and had a good amount of char. The tomato sauce also had decent flavor. What I didn't enjoy was paying for each topping I wanted. It can go from a $10 pizza up to a $20 pizza easily... and this is for a small 12" pie! We passed up on dessert and just headed over to the chocolate shop across the way. Grimaldi's is a cute little restaurant with lots to offer. It's a tasty pie but for the price, I rather eat elsewhere.
(3)Jordan R.
All the pizzas I have had there were delicious. They are all "build your own". I really wish they had at least a few pre-built options to choose from for those days where I don't feel like being a chef. -1 star for their sangrias. Had a red and a white one. Neither was very good.
(4)Rollie L.
Our first time here. It was as good as everyone has been saying. We had a small pizza and a salad and it made a nice light meal for two. We sat on the patio and people watched. Meranda was a great server.
(5)Sam S.
Thin bubbly brick oven pizza: HELLO lovely!! The hostess was on the phone when we came in so the manager came over & seated us in our choice of low top table. Apparently you get a free slice of cheesecake w/ a carafe of wine purchase. We opt for a Lambrusco bottle and the antipasto to start. The antipasto is a plate of bread and a plate of literally 4 slices salami, 4 slices mozzarella, 1 basil leaf, roasted red peppers, and 4 green olives and 6 kalamatas. Not overly in love with this assortment- I could do a better antipasto from my refrigerator. Where's the prosciutto?? The pizza though!! Thin crust happiness with that authentic chewy New York fold in half style. The sauce was nice & chunky and even the small pizza is large for 2 people. I basically went into a pizza coma and forgave the uninspired (though fresh) antipasto! Pumpkin cheesecake as promised: great flavor and texture to the filling but the crust was soggy. Maybe it was free because it was frozen or a week old?
(4)Mitchell R.
I've been to quite a few of the best pizza places here in Phoenix. So far Grimaldis is my favorite among all of them. They're pretty consistent, at least every time I go the pizza is great. Usually when I go I get a large pepperoni pizza so I don't spend much.
(5)Scott M.
I have been coming to Grimaldis for a few years now. This is probably my 20th visit, give or take. The pizza is really the best. No joke, it's the best pizza in town. Their salads are great as well. The service has been great every time. I have nothing bad to say about Grimaldis. Let's face it, I come back because of the food and service.
(5)Jeremy H.
I had heard many great things about this pizza so it was on a high pedestal for reference, and maybe because it was Father's Day they phoned it in, but I don't get to go out and spend $80 on dinner that often (food price only). I wanted to go to Pizzeria Bianco downtown but they are closed on Sunday's. Grimaldi's was stoking the fire, which takes about 45min, but we decided to wait. Ordered a house salad and a caprese salad. Also put an order in for 1sm (16") regular sauce pizza w/pepperoni for the kids and 1sm white with 4 veggies on it. The price is per topping, even if it's only on half of the pizza ($2-$4 each). The house salad had a fly at the bottom, which looked like cracked pepper until my daughter almost ate it (the manager removed it from the bill). The service was terrible, the entire time. She ran behind me when we had outer mouths full and asked how we were doing without stopping. I had asked originally that I would want some wine but wanted to look over the menu, and all the menus were taken along with the glasses when I was in the bathroom. One busboy brought us new plates for the pizza and then another one came, stacked them up and took them away without asking. The waitress couldn't hear us over the din of an empty restaurant, so I felt like I was yelling and she said she didn't hear what I said when I didn't say anything. We were rushed, told not to get larges, which would have worked for us better because we like pizza leftovers and got none, there were no pre-built recommendations and everybody's meat and veggies are different from the next place. I had to cut the large pizza slices for my kids with the butter knife (hard to do and messy, the fork was sharper) because the waitress could not be tracked down. The mozzarella was good, but I've had better. The pizza was good, but I've had better in town. We got a booster seat only after we asked a manager. Sorry all the issues aren't in order, but I keep remembering all the stuff that went wrong while I'm typing and will remember a few more after I'm done. I was so fed up with the service that I didn't order any wine, I just wanted out of there, which took too long because our server was apparently swamped with the other tables. For the price it wasn't worth it (I feel like deleting the review and repeating that statement for the entire length). My Father's Day dinner was a letdown. The pizza was just OK, the service was something out of the twilight zone.. I'm going somewhere else next time and not going to let people talk about it like it's the best pizza in town.
(2)Debra F.
My honey & I were extremely disappointed in the Pizza at this Grimaldi's location, The first pizza was cooked way too long. It was obvious our waiter thought so as he put it on our table. We gave it the benefit of our doubt but took one bite & knew it was going back. It was hard, dry with burnt edges. Our waiter took it back without any questions & had a new one made (& we appreciated it) We received another one but by that time I was over the whole experience. ( it shouldn't have even been brought to the table over cooked to begin with) when we got our bill we were both disappointed to see nothing was taken off our bill. No compensation at all. We won't be going back.
(2)Terry C.
Came here for a bday lunch for a friend(only 4 or us in attendance) We all ordered the lunch special of a white pizza with side Cesar salad and an iced tea. My companions each received their lunches and then I was advised by our server he forgot to place my order and it would only be 3-5 minutes for my pizza. Normally the service is good, not today. When my pizza finally arrived, well after the rest of my party was finished eating, I asked for a to go box as our lunch hour is over. The waiter apologized and told me he was having it compt, I was appreciative of the gesture. Then my bill arrived and the only item compt was the pizza and I was charged separately for my tea and side salad. Now I did eat the salad and drink the tea but to be charged $7.08 for a side lunch salad and iced tea is ridiculous considering the lunch special for the pizza, side salad and drink for my companions was only $9.00. What a joke and I definitely will consider twice before eating at Gimaldi's Pizzeria again!
(1)Robert D.
We enjoy this pizza tremendously... Great pizza and salads. The service was great. We keep returning...very friendly
(5)Bernice G.
Best pizza place ever!! Italian waiter, Tommy was great! House wine was sufficient and very good! Arrive around 5pm. For minimal wait time!
(5)Ann G.
My family loves the pizza. I love the salads! We eat here often and have never had a less than great experience.
(4)Lisa Monique C.
Kevin is the best server. He always takes care of me and my family. He's hilarious and very kind. Pizza is bomb. I always get the sausage and pepperoni pizza with a small Caesar salad. BOMB! You must order Oreo cheesecake for dessert. It is TO DIE FOR. If you haven't been to Grimaldis, get your toosh there right now.
(5)Jackie S.
The best pizza In the west valley! Our family loves it here and our kids beg for Grimaldis all the time! Delicious Calzones, the best pizza .. And great friendly staff! Only shame is no location in surprise ;)
(5)David M.
Service Dog friendly only: They only allow service animals to enter their restaurants and patios. If you tell them it is a service animal then they will gladly allow them to enter and dine. Service animals are not required to wear the identifying vests and they are not allowed to ask the guest for proof that the animal is a service animal, according to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Pepperoni: kinda blows (hard, little, greasy). However, everything else is great - great sauce, cheese, crust, fresh toppings...best pizza around. The only place where i get veggie only pizza...oh so good.
(5)Kate H.
Update to my previous food. Great food! And, this time great service. Granted, I did not come during dinner rush. We were seated immediately and our orders taken soon after. As I had two young children with me, the server brought small lumps of dough for them to work on, which kept them delightfully occupied. The service was good and timely. It was a little slow and getting the bill and the payment, but otherwise excellent!!
(4)Lorna W.
Grimaldi's Pizza confounds my family. It is always packed, to the point where they claim to be booked all day, but when we finally get in it is simply the most mediocre pizza. We were given gift cards thirteen months ago. Four times, including this afternoon, we tried to make reservations but were told that they were booked for the entire day. Finally I asked if I could cash in the gift cards because using them has proved impossible. The hostess was able to find us a table when I requested a refund. After we were seated, we looked around at the dining room. There were at least six empty tables. Six! We arrived at 1:30. Our pizza wasn't served until 2:10. During those 40 minutes, two of those six tables were seated. Why claim to be booked out and have tables sit empty for 40 minutes? The pizza and calzone were mediocre at best. The crust was chewy and flat. There is a lack of salt and pepper, it seems. The salad had only four ingredients so I paid the extra 5 dollars to put chicken in it. The service was average. I do not see us going back.
(2)Abigail P.
Pizza is excellent and worth the price. They do close during the day sometimes to clean the pizza ovens and you have to wait half an hour. We had one bad experience with the staff when we had a larger party and they were very rude to us but we haven't encountered that since. Great location, pizza and drinks.
(4)Beth O.
I posted my first review about this restaurant when I first went there last October. My review was excellent from the food to the service. I promised myself next time I was in Phoenix I would go back. I've been back down here visiting with relatives for about 2 weeks now and I went back twice in those 2 weeks. We like to get lunch before seeing a movie at the theater next door. Still the same great service, delicious pizza, and if you like Caesar Salad, you will love theirs. I may have to go one more time before leaving town, lol. I do recommend this restaurant. The food is delicious and the service is like none other.
(5)Amber G.
Every time I order over the phone. It's always something. Pizza dough over proofed so no lunch menu? Last time the oven wasn't stocked. And before that it's took over a hour to have my personal salad to be ready, A salad. Come on....the food is great when ever they do have them selfs together. I give up on ordering anymore
(1)Sheena D.
The pizza was delicious like a taste not often found here in AZ! Our waiter tommy was great, very attentive to our every need. The salad was great too. Fresh and cold just how I like it.
(5)The Denius J.
This place is just okay. We got a pizza and had tiramisu for dessert. The pizza needed more cheese and the the crust was a bit too thin, in my opinion. Maybe I just prefer a little more bread under my toppings... Also, I don't like tiramisu but they had a good one. One thing I did notice was that this place was first restaurant on this AZ trip where we were greeted us with a slight rudeness. The servers were good though.
(3)Eddie C.
On a recent family trip to Glendale Arizona we visited Grimaldis as I had heard good things. The location is in a nice area in Peoria and restaurant looked very clean and inviting. We ordered 2 pizzas with Pepperoni and chicken sausage. The pizzas were large and very thin as a ny style pizza usually is. The crust was slightly crunchy and the taste of pizza was fantastic. From the sauce to the toppings everything was top notch. The chicken sausage was spicy so it made the pizza great. We also ordered some wine for our meal and for dessert some NY style cheesecakes. These were nice and creamy. Yum! The service was also fantastic as the servers were very attentive. The restaurant was crowded and definitely had a nice elegant vibe. Prices were a tad high but well worth it. Would definitely recommend. Will be visiting Glendale again soon and this will be one of my must stops. Thank you Grimaldis for creating a great experience for my family and i.
(5)Kyle W.
Awesome pizza! I'm from just outside nyc and CRAVE good pizza, n while it's not 100% like home, closest thing I've found here. Always great service too. I live kinda far but it's worth the drive. Bravo!
(5)Keith A.
Highly recommended, the whole family enjoyed the pizza. The service could be faster and would be nice to have a selection of appetizers. It was on the pricey side. Very fresh ingredients. Long wait to get in but I can't blame them for people lining up for their food.
(5)Brent D.
Crisp and thin Brooklyn style pizza. It was very good. Note that the menu has little else except salads. We tried the dessert sampler and really enjoyed the cheesecake, cannoli and tiramisu. The restaurant has a long wait on weekends so we chose to sit on the patio. It was a bit warm but the service was still very good.
(4)Adrian R.
I LOVE GRIMALDI'S!! It is my favorite pizza restaurant hands down. I always go there and the quality is excellent EVERY TIME! I always order a pepperoni pizza with a caesar salad. I highly recommend it.
(5)Laura H.
Food is good, but the menu is limited. Their cleaning practices are poor, they brush crumbs off the table on to the floor and chairs, the bothersome part is they don't brush the crumbs off the chairs. Our waitress was nice but didn't do a very good job. After ordering 1 pizza she immediately put her note pad away, my friend had to tell her we weren't done ordering. My 2 other companions also wanted salads. She also grabbed a glass before asking if we wanted more and when we didn't, put the glass back down. I've never had a server do these things. Very disappointed, especially since they are so pricey. Over $50 for 1 pizza and 2 small salads.
(2)Ken A.
A Grimaldi's house salad and an 18" mushroom and sausage pizza along with a glass of chardonnay and a beer and we were both very happy people. Grimaldi's is the best pizza around!
(5)Jo Ann S.
Amazing pizza and excellent service our waiter Kevin was exceptional first time here and we will definitely be back when in town
(5)Lil Feisty P.
Good pizza. Nice patio and indoor seating. The waitress was very pleasant and thoroughly explained the menu. Ordered a small Caesar salad and it was more than enough to serve two. I would've added a bit more dressing and preferred buttered seasoned croutons instead the toasted bread cubes, but it was good. My friends pizza came out a good four minutes before my pizza arrived, even though we ordered at the same time and my pizza had less toppings. The pizzas were good, fresh ingredients. They only offer thin crust, which I prefer, but not for everyone. I liked the very fresh whole milk mozzarella, it melts so much better and adds that string cheesy pull. The personal size pizza that we ordered was more than enough for two to share. It's a cool place to hang out and good for a date night
(3)Marcy R.
First time at Grimaldi's I loved the Mediterranean salad. I highly recommend the white cheese pizza it was delicious n the Italian sausage mushrooms n olives was great too. I usually don't like thin crust pizza but Grimaldi's thin crust was excellent it wasn't dry n the flavor mmmmmm!!!!
(5)Carol O.
I am a fan! My dearest and I went last night - he is borderline diabetic so doesn't eat pizza very often. But, he had a need for za so we went to Grimaldi's. We had been there once before many year ago with a larger party but this was just the two of us. Red and white checkered tablecloths - I looked around for LADY or a TRAMP but none in sight. We got there early and were lucky to score a high top table as the place was filled otherwise. Our waitress was so good. Personable, knowledgeable about the menu and much more importantly, friendly. I ordered the house pinot for $4.00. WOW. Generous pour and a really nice pinot. OK so my dearest went with a Miller Lite............. There are three basic choices for the pizza. Regular, tomato based sauce (sure it was San Marzano's), white sauce and pesto. We opted for the regular with meatball, onion, mushroom and green pepper on half for you know who! Not me! The atmosphere is fun - lively, kids doing their thing, and a great patio! We waited awhile for our pizza but it was fun just date talking and people watching. Several of the people around us ordered one of their salads. They looked wonderful and the small one easily feeds 3 if not 4. When our pizza came it was delicioso! I am such a fan. They only serve beer and wine but what's not to like with an excellent pino grig at $4 and Miller Lite ( oh yes they did have many other more palatable options). I am looking forward to going back! Highly recommended!
(4)Brenna R.
Not great. The pizza was okay and the service was terrible. The waitress tried to be polite to make up for it but it didn't justify the incredibly long wait for everything. They were NOT super busy and we waited over 30 minutes for our one small pizza we ordered. We sat and watched guests who arrived 15 minutes later than us receive their food before us. It took so long for the waitress to take the check after we put our card with it that I had to get up and ask another employee to run our card. It wasn't until then that our waitress decided to end her personal conversation and do her job.
(2)Jesse C.
Our fave! We used to eat here all the time when we lived in Glendale. We moved to Flagstaff 4 years ago, but every time we are in the area we HAVE to come here. We get the meatball or pepperoni, and a house salad. Great service. Amazing pizza. This might be the only thing I would transplant from PHX to Flagstaff.
(5)Cory C.
So a small's a (large 16in) and a Large is an (extra-large 18in) Very good pie, easily one of the top 5 in the valley, Ordered a small pepp, and sausage... Came out great..... Cost was 19.85 and well worth it!Authentic New York, fold style pizza....:) Will definitely be back.........
(4)Brandon E.
What a pleasant surprise so close to home. The service was outstanding, the pizza was superb. The crust wad a perfect texture topped with freshness. I can't wait to try more items. I highly recomend.
(5)Steve F.
Love this place! Without a doubt the best pizza I have ever had and I would go again. However, be aware - Bring a big wallet. 3 drinks, 2 pizzas with salad = $91.00 plus tip, so bottom line was - $100. Like I said, I will go again, but not very often.
(4)Chris S.
This place is always a good choice! Twice in a week i have been here. Both times were togo and both times i had to wait for the oven. Willing to wait as I know that it can take a bit for this process. I just sat at the bar where thr wait staff at the time constantly checked on me. I always recommend this place if you want a quality pie that does not make you feel sick after eating.
(5)Tonya B.
My significant other and I were in town this weekend to visit with friends. We had limited time and needed to have our favorite pizza. Since moving to Seattle/Tacoma area, we have not had anything near as good as Grimaldi's. We decided we would post on Facebook to let our friends know where we'd be if they wanted to meet up with us. When the head count reached 12 we thought we better make reservations. Before lunch was over, we had a party of 26!!! The staff at Grimaldi's was so accommodating of our rather large and unexpected group. And, as always, the pizza was the best. Thank you so much for making our reunion lunch so wonderful. I only wish we had ordered a pizza to go to bring back to the Pacific Northwest, I'm hungry for more.
(5)Melissa A.
The general manager reached out in a professional caring manner. Thank you for taking time out. The fix was better communication to provide the same great service that matches their great quality of food.
(5)David L.
Great food and I witnesses outstanding customer service today from the management at this location. I will be back!
(5)Daniel L.
Glad we ordered half original pizza and half white pizza, with italian sausage topping. Glad my friend liked the white pizza more, because I liked the original pizza. Glad the pizza came out perfectly, the bottom not being burnt. Glad one of the worker is a Dodgers fan. P.S. Tommy Lasorda eats here when he's in town. Amazing pizza makes me really happy.
(4)Ed H.
The best pizza in town! Great service and food came out quickly, especially on a busy Friday night. Our server Cesar was courteous and professional. You gotta try this place if you love good pizza.
(5)Ms J.
Great Great Pizza!!!! The reason I gave it three stars is because the service. My friend and I walked in and was told give me a minute by the host. The host was busy with a to go order. Three servers came to the front and never greeted or acknowledged my friend and I. The manager was standing over by the pizza stove and watched us. Asked two others if we have been helped but never came over to see for herself. A male server finally came up to us but by that time the host was available for us. We were sat. Again not paid attention to for about 5 mins before I stopped a server and ask "is there someone who can help us?" she said she would get us started. She ended up being our server. Not once did the manager visit our table. will visit again. hopefully everyone will be more on point.
(3)Kyle H.
Well, I am back to re-rate this place. Father's Day found me and the family out and about. Unfortunately, the service here was...well I am not sure it is considered service. We arrived and were given the option of waiting thirty (30) minutes or sitting outside. Opting for the outdoor seating, and given the heat, we expected a waiter that would at least make sure we had something to drink. The service started out normal with drinks coming out fairly quickly; however, that was the end of the pleasantries. Again, with the heat, our drinks went rather quickly. Our empty glasses sat for roughly 10 minutes before our waiter (Vanessa) came back to refill them. Seated outside, we had no clue where our waiter was most of the time because we only saw her three times: 1) when she took our order, 2) when she refilled our drinks (for the first and only time), and 3) when she brought us the check. To make matters worse, the waiter helping the people across from us was doing an excellent job (i.e., refilling drinks, conversing, and checking on the quality of the food). It was like night and day between the waiters. Overall, our waiter was either ready to clock out or just didn't care about us. Again, the food is good, but the service can be ridiculously bad. It was not a nice way to spend a Father's Day.
(2)Jeremiah P.
Friggin' sweet pies here! Customa souvice like you wouldn't believe, forget abatt it!
(5)Mindi s.
Any time a manager or owner reaches out to me after a bad review I give them an extra star for following up and being aware of their reputation. This is what this extra star is for.
(3)Kyle B.
They have really good thin wood fired pizza. It is on the higher price side but they have a great lunch special here. You get a mini pizza, salad and drink for $8. Can't beat the price
(5)Merissa T.
I planned a girls night out and created an event on Facebook, only about 9 people said they were coming so I made a reservation for 15 just in case. So I found out when we got there about 25 people were going to show up, I let the waitress know who in turn told her "manager", she came to me and told me she couldn't accommodate more people because they were just too packed. This stressed me out because I planed the event so I just told people that we should leave and go to Buca Di Bepo where they are ok with a big party. When more of my guests arrived, another manager named Mike came and saw my friends sharing a chair took the initiative to get us another table which made me feel a lot better. We had a really good time and the food was so good! My suggestion is if you're going to have a big party, don't come here because it's way too small of a place and Park West has the worse parking lot. This place is better for a smaller party. Oh and when I made the reservation they said I had to have a $200 minimum and could only have the table for 2 hours, that really didn't make much sense to me. Anyway, I wouldn't come back as often, the women manager put a bad taste in my mouth, you would think that my guests money is just as any other person waiting for a table
(3)Stephanie F.
Great pizza with an excellent free birthday gift of a free pizza if you are in their email club. That was nice. Just had to pay for drinks and a salad for our meal yesterday! Very nice-and their pizza is excellent!
(4)Shelley M.
We were doing some shopping and decided to get a late lunch. I had the white pizza with tomatoes and the hubby had the red sauce with pepperoni. Both were delicious. I ordered the personal size and hubby had the small. I thought the personal pizza was pretty large and could not finish it. We split the butterscotch toffee cheesecake that was super yummy. The house Pinot Grigio was decent and only $4 a glass. The service was a tad slow but we liked not feeling rushed at the same time. We will definitely be going back.
(4)Ginny T.
Located in a cute little open-air shopping district, it has a comfortable ambience. The menu is super simple - salad, pizza, dessert, beverages. We had pizza & tried a couple different salads, both of which were not disappointing. If you love pizza & can appreciate just a salad & drink on the side ..this might be a place for you. We enjoyed it.
(4)Olivia K.
Coming from Chicago I never been a fan of chain restaurants. Grimaldi's is the exception to the rule. This place has some of the BEST customer service I have ever experienced and the pizza tickles the taste buds in the most delectable of ways. If you are looking for a great pizza and a home town feel, look no further. The GM Mike was very warm and inviting. If you're looking for a great bartender make sure to see Lindsay and for a vivacious rad server, ask for Tommy. Some of the best staff in town.
(5)Jennifer L.
Brian is the best bartender/waiter and ensures you have the best food!! their pizzas beat everybody else's
(5)eric n.
I am updating this review due to the fact that I actually got to try the pizza this time. I caved and went to Grimaldis to try the pizza last night. I have been wanting to for a very long time now. Ive been to the one in Scottsdale and was not that impressed. One of my co-workers told me he has been to this one and loves the pizza here. My curiosity got the better of me so I went. It was packed so I had to wait about 30 minutes. When I was called I was seated at a tiny little table in the back corner. Not exactly the best seat in the house I have to say. The waiter came over after about 10 minutes and took my order. After another 20 minutes the pizza arrived. It looked good and smelled good and tasted fantastic! I do have to admit this was one excellent pizza. Great sauce, very good crust and just the right amount of grease for flavor. And yes I did say grease. A pizza is not a pizza without a bit of grease to make it taste good. Even though I had the interesting, "stoking the ovens" fiasco the first time I tried to eat here, I will be back. This would be a nice date place on maybe a Thursday or Sunday when it's not so busy. I recommend the pepperoni and sausage. They both had great flavor and really made the pizza. Enjoy!
(4)Matthew B.
Really nicely decorated. Our servers was very helpful, suggesting a different approach to our order. Which was really appreciated and a better idea. The pizza was a little crusty with a little more oil than I'm use to. It was still really good, and they had a good selection of stand alones and mixed large pizzas. On that note, a large pizza is ideal for 3-4 people. Makes for about two slices a person. Combined with drinks it a fair split.
(4)El G.
Want a good NY pizza. Well look no further! Man-o-Man do they do it right with their brick oven. Any toppings you want, they got but I do suggest that you don't put too many on the pizza because it just ruins it. Plus the toppings get heavy and your pizza wouldn't support it. The other plus is their Ceaser Salad. Everything is good including the staff who is on point! Good job guys and keep up the good work.
(5)Melanie S.
I'm updating this review. I've been back to this location a few times in the last couple of months. Not sure what they did, but the customer service was way better than before! Pizza was good as usual.
(4)Marie B.
Very yummy pizza, everything is served family style. Service was awesome, she suggested pizza with pesto and marinara sauce on it together and it was delicious!! The waitress noticed that there was a problem with our pizza and took care of it and gave us a complimentary pizza to make up for it. Our waitress' name was Alyicia, ask for her.
(5)Jordan H.
Pepperoni was spot on. Cheese and crust are both very New York Style. Best pizza I've had in Phoenix. Love me some Grimaldi's!
(4)Amber T.
Pizza is amazing as well as their Caesar salad and cheesecake. Also always have great service. I have eaten here a few times but I normally pick up the food to-go.
(5)Lauren R.
My family has been going to Grimaldi's for quite a few years and we have always had a good dining experience. We know that they stoke the ovens between 4-5 and know there can be quite a wait. We don't mind waiting the time to get good quality pizza. The reason I am only giving it three stars after this visit is because of the staff. Especially the host Francisco. He is rude! He speaks in a condescending tone. Especially if you have parties larger then 4. He acts annoyed. During my 45 minute wait for a table I watched people that wanted tables that had larger parties be spoken in a tone and manner that was not respectful. Love your pizza but please come up with a better system for parties over 4 and by all means please coach your lead host on how to deal with people.
(3)Darrell M.
Always fresh, great service(ask for Kevin). I enjoy this place very much. Fun for family or a night out with friends.
(5)Xuankieu T.
The pizza was really good especially the tomato sauce that they used. However, I'm not really a fan of pizza place where you pay for each topping that you want, which can be pricey. . I prefer specialty pizza menu. The environment is more of a family pizza place.
(3)Tim K.
Ah, finally a place I can write a good review about. Saturday night and the place is packed. Lucky I made a reservation, others had to wait 20-30 minutes as there were private parties, families couples and groups of folks everywhere...and the place is pretty big. Plenty of staff to serve everyone and we were quickly seated. Ordered the house salad and a couple of personal sized pizzas. The salad arrived quickly and one small took care of two of us. There was one guy tossing the pizza dough and he was putting on quite a show, although not sure I would want the pizza where he ran the dough across his back, that shirt was a bit sweaty. But, he was talented that is for sure. Pizza arrived and it was very good, New York style thin crust. Cheese was fresh and excellent, good sauce, crust while the bottom was crisp and the edges done well, there was still a thin layer of soggy between the toppings and the bottom. Maybe that is just the way a brick oven cooks. Overall a superior product that will bring me back again.
(4)Jan Y.
Really wanted to like this. Pizza took over an hour with a 1/3 occupancy at 3 pm. Would have missed the movie after dinner. Our server was good but no one bothered to help her while others stood around. Even manager ignored our obvious needs: refills,check processed...
(3)Heather J.
This is a great family place! They give you a ball of dough to play with for the kids. I love the meatball and pesto pizza and the house wine is great to drink as well! If you go try to go before they change over to supper that is when the real deals happen!
(4)Dennis I.
Great pizza! No complaints at all on the food! So-so service :( Waitress forgot our order, didn't acknowledge it, didn't offer to recover the service in any way. Improve the service and you would have a lifetime customer...
(3)Jennifer W.
I never rate on Yelp due to horrendous service but I feel like everyone should be warned. We sat down and ordered 15 minutes later, got our salads then waited an hour before we noticed our food was not at the table yet. After addressing it with the manager she said it would be ANOTHER 40 minutes and was not apologetic and had informed us that our server should have told us it was 1.5 wait for our pizza. This place is seriously unorganized and is in desperate need of a staff revamp. We couldn't wait because we had an event so all 9 of us had to leave. They still charged us for our alcohol. This is the worst dining experience I have ever encountered and will never be eating at this location EVER AGAIN. This location needs a serious reality check, you are running your business to the ground!
(1)Tessa S.
Best pizza ever! The white garlic sauce is amazing!!! Also tried the red sauce with pepperoni and sausage. It was also really good. You can do 1/2 sauces on the pizzas! Service was perfect! Drinks always filled and very friendly staff. We will defiantly be back! Must try the Oreo cheesecake!!!!
(5)Ron P.
Excellent thin crust pizza. Very much like NY style. I only tried the pizza on this visit but will be back to sample other menue items.
(5)Jaime F.
Absolutely the best pizza ever! The service is always good. People really seems to care. Been going here for years never had an issue!...
(5)Stacy Z.
Love this pizza- consistently good and you can't beat the pepperoni. Our favorite is the white garlic pizza with pepperoni. the cheesecakes are awesome too. Free pizza on your birthday if you sign up on their website. One negative experience with a waitress, but other than that we've never had a bad experience here. It can get crowded during busy times and it is a bit loud, but this is a pizza place.
(4)Will W.
OK picture this... 106 degrees outside in the shade in the middle of the AZ desert. Some one had a fantastic idea, lets put a BRICK OVEN PIZZA shop here in Peoria!! Awesome pizza. I was looking for some good pie as I am missing the east coast. I found this place in a nice upscale outdoor shopping plaza. I walked in and was seated pretty much right away. I ordered a soda and the large pie, (I had a feeling I would eat well in the hotel later, I was right). I got pepperoni and mushroom. The pizza came out about 20 min later and it was fantastic, the crust was thin and properly blackened from the brick oven, the sauce was proportioned well with crushed tomato and the mozzarella was applied in slices which was a nice touch. I ate half and took the other half to go. It was just as delicious later. When I went in I did not know that this was a chain and was a pizza company started in NYC but has grown across the country. I cannot wait to get home and try out the Tampa location!
(5)Kathryn M.
delicious pizza but inconsistent. We frequent Grimaldi's often for eat in and carry out. Our favorite toppings are fresh garlic, ricotta, pepperoni, and Italian sausage. Most times everything is great. This last time there was an overload of sauce and a lack of cheese. Imagine just entire pieces striped an inch thick, the whole length with only sauce. The cheese adds the correct element of saltiness even it is not stretchy. When there's not enough (and an overload of sauce), the whole pizza is disappointing. Maybe they had a new chef because even the ricotta was just dumped on in huge chunks. The server: She was pleasant but infrequently seen despite only having three tables. The hostess: Was completely missing. We waited several minutes for someone to even say hi. The bar tender (why was he wearing purple?) sat us. Strange. Hopefully this was just an off night for Grimaldi's because I'd hate if the service and pizza was going downhill. It's our favorite in Arizona!
(3)Bill D.
Trying this place again for the 2nd time and pizza is very good. I like the thin crust so makes you feel like not having all those carbs. The pizza can get expensive when you add all the toppings since cost for each other then that it was good. Now make sure you have sunglasses since when the AZ hear beats down on the front window and sun shines in your face that would be the only draw back
(4)Serjio H.
Not our first time here but it always good. The staff is very friendly. The pizza is yhe best I've had.
(5)Josie R.
Love this place.. Their Pizza n salad are delicious. Every time I go here, never disappointed. The Service & food is amazing. In all the times I've been here, I've always had great service. Unfortunately, yesterday(6-28-14), my server was not up to par. Remind you, it was not busy. She did not pre-bus, it took a while before We got what we requested for, rarely checked on us, had some attitude, and condescending. I definitely will make sure I don't have her on my next visit. If it will help management, she was the server to a party of 9 ppl and a baby, having a baby shower lunch. However on a previous visit, our server Tommy, well yesterday, he came and visited our table and greeted us with a warm hello. This was just a nice gesture that our server remembered us. :) Keep up the great work Grimaldi's!!!
(4)Brian H.
Been coming here for a few years and have never had bad service or bad food. If you have young kids they bring them a small piece of dough to play with. If you want you can watch them make your pizza. All the pizzas are hand tossed it's really neat to see them toss your pizza in the air.
(5)Carl L.
The manager wrote to me personally regarding my previous review and directly addressed the issues with our visit. I'm impressed by his polite and honest reply and will give them another try soon.
(3)Ross K.
This is the best thin crust pizza in Phoenix.. I love the the basic pepperoni and sausage but everything I have tried is awesome.
(5)Chris W.
I still prefer deep dish pies, but Grimaldi's definitely makes it tough to hold steady on that position. Best recommendation I can give you is that the day after pizza was almost as delicious as the day of pizza.
(5)Trish G.
This pizza has no flavor. The crust was good but that's really it. Totally disappointed.
(1)Chris Z.
When I want pizza in the valley, this is what I want. The pepperoni at Grimaldi's is amazing. And I'm normally not a fan of it. Why white pizzas are great. Combine the two and I'm going to need to haul my butt to the gym because I'm downing half a pizza. They have a decent selection of beer and wine. Maybe not as good as some places but not bad. And the seasonal cheesecakes are great. Assuming that were are ordering less than 1 pizza for every other person, then I usually have room for the cheesecake and never regret it. If you do overdo it at dinner... just do some jumping jacks and pack it down! The staff is friendly and I've only ever had 1 issue with anyone here. Also don't forget to sign up on their website for a free pizza on your birthday.
(4)Brad P.
Overall, the experience was positive, although I would give it 3.5 stars if that were an option. The wait at this location is ALWAYS lengthy, and the food is not so good that it feels worthwhile. The hostess team on 11-29-14 seemed particularly ill-prepared to seat people efficiently, and they were thoroughly confused when our name was called. Our table for two was ready. . . . but it really wasn't. . . . After more waiting, we were offered a table outside (which is precisely what we asked not to have); we took it because we were hungry. On the positive side, the manager did seem to try to please guests on a busy night, and our server was extremely pleasant and attentive. (I wish I could remember her name) The pizza was very tasty, and our salad was also good. Beverages were refilled promptly throughout the evening. The bread leaves a lot to be desired; far below the offerings of other mid-scale Italian establishments. Again, 3 stars seems harsh, but 4 may be a bit generous in light of the wait and confusion leading up to our being seated.
(4)Kazi H.
A while ago my friends and I stopped by here for the very first time and I can't recall what we ordered but it was a thin crust pizza. The crust was crispy but not hard to where it tasted like cardboard. The ingredients tasted fresh and the pizza itself had tons of flavor! I loved it! A week later, another girlfriend of mine and I wanted to go somewhere to eat. Me being a pizza freak, I suggested pizza as told her that she had to try this place. We got there and were seated. As I am sitting I look down at my empty plate and THERE WAS A FREAKING DEAD CRICKET ON IT!!! I was astonished! So we get up to leave; On our way out, we told someone and they said they'd seat us elsewhere! Uhhhh no thank you, you can eat your own insect pizza! No apology, no nothing!!
(1)Rob L.
Impressive every time Have been back a few times since my last review. Visited yesterday and all is still excellent. Pizzas remain incredibly yummy, service is fast and kind, and it's an excellent choice when you have kids. The dough they give younglings to play with keeps them occupied and is a winner of an idea. We had one boo-boo where the server mixed up my little girl's order. The manager immediately came out, apologized, and said it was on them. An occasional error happens and I told him that was nice to offer, but not necessary. TIP: We ordered a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake to share for dessert-- makes you want to say Hallelujah after each bite. The bill came and both my daughter's meal and the dessert were credited back. I made it up on the tip side, but it was a forthright gesture that the place wants to nail the dining experience every time. NICE!
(5)Matt B.
First experience at Grimaldi's and the waitress was terrible we were here for it seemed the whole night like a couple hours. The pizza was good. Thin crust style burnt crispy crust. If it were not for the service it was overall an ok experience. The pizza wasn't that that good and not good enough to make it worth my money to come back. I also didn't like that toppings were a la carte. The pizza is well overpriced with a large cheese being 16. Toppings being 2 to 4 per topping. So no for pizza instead of a fine dining 5 course meal and wine 5 hour dining definitely not worth my time. The only positive about the waitress was she filled my water. I'm done and out!
(2)Justine P.
The pizza here was delicious!! Pluses are that the crust was perfectly crisp and the ingredients were fresh and you could taste it. Freshness does come at a cost though, and this place can hit you in the wallet if you let it.
(5)Rich Y.
Overall good dinner. But nothing blew me away. Pizza was good, cannoli was average, soda was watered down. Server was great and I liked the atmosphere. Price was good too.
(3)Alyssa R.
We have a Grimaldi's in NYC & this was my first visit to one. It was delicious. We had cold antipast to start with a Mediterranean salad which was pretty good. We ordered a pie with black olives, a meatball & pepperoni pie & then a white personal pie. All very good & the bill was close to $100.00. We also saw Tommy LaSorda who is a regular there & he was such a sweetheart. He came over to talk with us & take pictures. So if you're a big baseball fan - you may see him here.
(5)Kent P.
Not sure why people stand in line to get in this place. I arrived early & still waited 1 hour & 15 min. for a small pepperoni & kalamata olive pizza & salad. The salad had 2 olives, a few pieces of red pepper & a bowl full of romaine lettuce. You had to pay extra for the pepperoni & kalamata olive which would have been ok but each slice had 2-3 small pepperoni's & 2 pieces of olives. People were waiting to get in & they had several empty tables & lots of staff hanging around as 1 pizza at a time seemed to come out of the oven. I should have never missed an early evening at Oregano's for this. My 1st trip to Grimaldi's will be my last!
(1)Jason V.
I used to live about a fifteen minute walk away from the famous Grimaldi's in Brooklyn Heights. It was a little bit of a tourist trap, because everyone knew about it thanks to TV shows, magazines and the "Best Pizza In America" award. I went 1 for 5 in my attempts to get in that line down under the Brooklyn Bridge, and the one time I did manage to make it early enough to secure a decent spot, the za was definitely worth the 40 minute wait. With that in mind, I was pretty intrigued by the prospect of a Grimaldi's pizza without the 2 hour line at the original location. I think, however, that there are forces at work to keep me and a Grimaldi's pizza apart and they have followed me to Phoenix. This place is f*cking hard to find without a GPS. It's hidden in a shopping plaza across from a movie theater with some of the most understated signage ever. The service was pleasant enough, and attentive. The antipasti and drinks came to the table right away and I hoped within 15-20 mins our pizza would follow. 20 mins pass. 25. Then 30, then 35. Where the hell is the 'za? People who were seated after I was are being served tasty looking pizzas and I got nothin'. I noticed that Honey Boo-Boo's family, who were seated a couple tables away from me about ten minutes after I arrived were enjoying a pie that was identical to what I ordered. Shortly after they begin devouring that first pizza, they are presented with another pizza, which is followed by some discussion with their server and what seems to be some sort of apology. As if they had been given the wrong pizza and had begun eating it anyhow. Yeah, they were eating my pizza. The server had goofed something up, and within 2 minutes brought a pizza to my table that was not at all what I had ordered as if she had a clue. I asked for my check. The server told me the manager was coming to my table but no one ever showed. She boxed the pizza up for me (it was mushroom, onion and tomato, not pepperoni as I had ordered, and I'm sorry, but I think putting tomato slices on a pizza that already has tomato sauce is dumb and I am not down to become a vegetarian because you botched my order) and I never did receive a check for it but I did tip her what would have been 20% of the bill. Poor handling of my case leads me to believe they're all new and learning how to work together, but I can't see coming back to this particular location. Maybe I'll try Scottsdale instead or go to Barro's. BTW- when it comes to pizza in Brooklyn, it's Carmine's or Lucali hands down over Grimaldi's anyhow.
(1)V S.
I took my daughter, niece, and nephew here yesterday for an early dinner. We were all starving and couldn't wait to eat. The wait wasn't long at all but it was 6pm on a Wednesday. The waitress was very kind and prompt with our drinks and salad. But our pizza was another story. Other customers who arrived after us received theirs before us. After 45 minutes of waiting I asked the waitress for a discount because I felt they were taking too long. 10 minutes later the manager came out and apologized and told us the pizza was on them. And shortly after that the pizza arrived. All the kids shouted FINALLY!! Lol the waitress kept apologizing which I respected! And the we all dug in. The pizza was delicious and the crust was amazing. I would have given 5stars but the wait was reDICKulous But over all we loved it and I wouldn't mind going back and trying it out again even though I feel like the price was a little bit too much per topping I feel like it was worth it.
(4)Greg B.
Not a fan of thin crust but this was awesome!!
(5)Brittnee B.
Grimaldi's is my favorite pizza. The staff is always pleasant and attentive. I love the brick oven cooked pizza. Their crust is thin and has just enough crisp to it. I prefer the white pizza that they make. I am not fond of pizza sauce so I'm really glad they have an alternative. Although they are on the high end of pricing I feel it's worth every penny. My husband and I usually get a large white pizza with sausage and mushroom, which is AMAZING! We always end up with leftovers for lunch the next day and it is still good, even cold.
(5)Rosemary L.
Went today for lunch, very nice experience!!! Waiter was helpful (Cesar ) and explained menu as it was our first time! Had delicious ice tea, house salad and individual pizzas!!! Food came quickly and hot! Not a big selection for lunch pizzas or calzones but the basic! Intend to come again and get a large one with more topping! A little more pricey than average pizza place but the service and added elegance (table cloths, cloth napkins) made it worth it! I recommend you try it if you like thin crust pizza, just the right amount of sauce and a crispy crust which I do love!!!
(4)Ernie P.
Awesome service and the pizza is so good. All the pizzas are so delicious. Every time I come to Arizona I always have to visit this place.
(5)Beth S.
Honestly? I'm just done with this Grimaldi's. The service absolutely SUCKS and last night's effort was definitely a perfect example of what's wrong with this location. We had a 1 hour wait last evening, which was excessive given there were tables that were empty waiting to be filled for quite some time. Secondly, we ordered 2 salads but only received 1 of them. We waited so long for the other, the pizza came out first so we cancelled the other salad. No apology. No offer of making it up to us...nothing. There were at least 1/2 a dozen times when a server or a guest broke a dish or glass while we were there. It was almost to the point where people should have started shouting OPAH! afterwards! At one point during our meal, a child raised a plate over his head, smashed a plate to the floor (to which the parents did NOTHING--but that's another story) right in front of the server. The plate broke in a thousand pieces, several of which hit us in the legs. It took at least 15 minutes before someone came and swept up the remnants of the broken plate. That is unacceptable but......Did the manager come over? Heck no. He didn't even MOVE or turn around from his seat at the bar where he was parked watching the Spurs/Heat game. That's right. The manager parked his butt in a seat at the bar the entire time. He would randomly get up and go cut a pizza from time to time, without washing his hands first mind you, but he never came around to a single table, never looked up once during the parade of broken dishes, and could not have been any less involved in his shift. The pizza took so long to arrive that it was actually cold and the crust was soggy. Done. There's just no reason for this when Grimaldi's isn't a cheap visit at all. I've given too many chances and it's just not worth it.
(1)Miss C.
Walked in the door to the host listening to a server blatantly bitching about something, no acknowledgement, nothing, and another gentlemen with his back to the door who greeted me before the two girls staring right at me! Our server was a little frazzled, but I am throwing that on tweedle dee at the front who clearly had triple sat her. The place has a huge acoustics problem.. It was boisterously loud and echoey. THe layout is really awkward, it is an oddly shaped place and that leads to tables being in odd spots. We were in some sort of corner of a corner. I was about to walk out as I was waiting for the hubster to find a parking spot (really tricky at this place on a weekend) and he found a spot quicker than our server greeted us (about 5 min). But I felt bad leaving after he had spent so much time to find a place to park and we had wanted to try this place... We were actually trying it so see if it would be a good fit for a large (i.e 25 people) party we are planning in November (clearly we have decided against that) I ordered a beer, I had asked what their draft selection was and she said that they had the Sam Adams seasonal (knowing Sam Adams usually has more than one seasonal at a time, this was as informative as telling me the beer was yellow). I inquired more and the server said, "oh, I don't know, its like light you know, definitely lighter than Blue Moon" I reply with, "light in what sense because Blue Moon is not a heavy beer in the slightest bit" ,( its actually an anti-beer..back in the serving days it is what I would suggest to people who want a beer that didn't usually drink beer). Her reply was "oh Blue Moon is REALLY strong! So this beer isn't like this!" Oh jeez. Really?!?! Why I continued to ask for more clarification is beyond me, clearly this girl had never had actual beer in her life.. (having worked at a brewery for eight years, there is an inevitable beer snobbery that kicks in) But, I have had some REALLY GROSS Sam Adams before (ie. their Winter beer with pine needles...yes, yes, pine needles...it tastes as air freshenery as it sounds) Anyways, insert 3 more completely incorrect statements about beer later, and I just ordered the damn thing. It was 118 out the weekend we went, and I just wanted something cold...all else fails I could just down it. I was very thirsty by time it got to me...8 minutes later-with no head bc it sat at the well so long. It was the oh so lovely host who brought it (which mind you, didn't look like she was old enough to serve the glass). While waiting for my food (see below) I ordered a second beer...yeah, that one took so long to get to me it was warm...sigh. About 30 min later the hubster's pizza came. Mine, not so much. Our server did not even acknowledge that my pizza was MIA. I saw her frantically trying to get the managers attention. I saw her impatiently talking to the expo. I saw her pacing. Not once did she say, "hey it will be just a moment on the pizza". Five minutes later she finally gets the manager to acknowledge she needs help. Manager goes to the line, gets my pizza and delivers it. Not once does the MANAGER say "sorry about the wait, etc". I bring up the wait. Her response...HA! "Oh well, our pizzas are hand made, so they can't possibly all come out at the same time. And your pizza has fresh sausage on it, so clearly it has to cook for longer. I mean you should see how it is when we have large parties, they never get their food at the same time. It is just how we do things here. You should of expected that for a fresh made pizza" WHAT THE HECK?!?!?!?!?! Did that just happen?!? Oh and your FRESH sausage...it tastes just like the pepperoni on the hubsters pizza...tastes just like Jimmy Dean. Lady, don't patronize me. I worked in restaurants for 13 years, I watched the game happen the second our server realized she forgot to put my pizza in...Don't make up some lame excuse about pizzas can't possibly be ready at the same time for the same table...if that is actually true then you have a very POORLY run kitchen. Our server was nice, but that didn't make up for the horrible service we got... Only part of it was on her end though. I asked for a box, server said she would box it...ugh I hate that. What I ended up with was foil very loosely covering my pizza and thrown in a huge bag...umm...really?!? You're a pizza joint and this is the best method you have for left overs?! $50 for two pizzas, 2 beers, and a salad accompanied by obnoxious staff and overcooked pizzas....yeeeah no thanks! Oh and they were rolling silverware outside on the patio... Sucks for the server that does it & I sure hope bugs don't land on the "clean silverware".
(1)Jack N.
Another pizza chain claiming to be the best from NY. Grimaldis is located across from the Harkins at Park West. The inside always smells like dough and bleach for some reason. The staff is always rude and very short with replies. I went recently with my wife and another couple. They sat us in the very back in an alley like room even though the place was more than half empty. The waitress came out and asked for our drinks. Not friendly or if she was happy to see us. The menu consists of about half a dozen items. No wings or appetizers. Just build your own pizza and some salads. I ordered a large pizza with pepperoni, jalapenos, and mushrooms. I also ordered a large Mediterranean salad. Asked for ranch and the waitress arrogantly replied they don't carry ranch. So I asked for blue cheese and again she smirks that they don't carry dressings. I said, "Oh, okay thanks." Point taken: I am beneath your level of standards. Thanks. The salad was okay. Everything tasted fresh but had a little too much of their balsamic vinegar dressing. And for 10 bucks I could have made a salad that would have stomped a mud hole in that one. The pizza was a pretty decent size. The edges were slightly burnt and the cheese and sauce were on point. However, for 2 dollars per topping I expect more than 8 slices of jalapeno, 10 slivers of mushrooms, and the tiniest circles of pepperoni that I have ever seen. Not to mention the jalapenos had the ends on them. Yum, that tastes great chewing on jalapeno stems. Thanks Grimaldis! Then the manager comes by and cant even make eye contact and asks how we are doing. Great thanks. We wont come back here. The bill comes out to 40+ bucks before tip. For a pizza, salad, and a couple of drinks. Do yourself a favor. Go somewhere that appreciates your business and welcomes you in their restaurant at bare minimum. If you want to drop 40 bucks on a pizza and salad go to Piazza AL Forna, Bianco, La Grande, Spinatos, Oreganos, Cibo...etc...etc...etc.
(2)Travis L.
Went here for a bday party last night, service was way to slow then food came at various times so some folks in the party were half done while others plates were just arriving. Manager knew but didn't seem to care. Pizza was good but crust was barely cooked. If you have moderate standards this place may disappoint.
(2)Tracey S.
My friend took me for her favorite pizza around the area. It was delicious with a crispy thin crust, right amount of sauce. My half had pepperoni and onion. I would have preferred a few more onions for the $2.00 per topping but the pepperoni was generous. The waitress was efficient and refilled my ice tea 3 x's without asking. The place wasn't busy so the pizza came quickly. My friend and I split the Carmel toffee cheesecake that was divine. I would recommend this place and will go again.
(4)Mike O.
My wife loves their pizza, so there's four stars automatically. But that's where we stop. Too much inter-employee BS going on and not enough looking after the customer. And the floor manager (guess that's what he was, he sure wasn't helping anybody) needs to go to attitude school. We were lucky - very nice waitress. But you have to wonder when she's talking to the table next to us, telling them she's looking for another job where she can make some money. And, oh, yeah...they're believers in the "use a tiny carafe to serve the wine - it looks like they're getting more" school.
(4)Gina L.
This location should receive 5 stars for the food and none for the service. So I compromised. We arrived at 415pm on a Saturday and we were informed by the Host as he drank a soda with the straw in his mouth "we are stoking, are you familiar with this". No, this was the first time we've been here. Still with the straw in his mouth, "we have to change the coals out and re-start the fire and this process takes about an hour". Ok, we will order an appetizer and wait. He then said, it will be just a moment while we get your table ready. I looked around and there were only 3 tables occupied. About 15 minutes later, he directs us to a table right near where we were standing. The server took our drink order and offered to go ahead and place the order so we were first in line when the oven was ready. We ordered a couple appetizers and placed the order. The small salad was enough for 3 people and the large antipata was enough for 5. They were wonderful! We ordered 2 large pizzas & a large calzone- All were excellent! The meatball pizza was amazing! The calzone was stuffed full and did not disappoint. The price was a little high. Not happy that you have to pay $4-$6 for each additional topping. When we were ready to go, the server was nowhere in sight. We finally waived down a Manager and he took our card. Only then did the Server appear and drop off our bill and say, "thank you so much for stopping in". Again, the food was fantastic, but the service was bad. And why they would change the coals at dinner time on a Saturday, I'm not sure. I would go back again. But I would order ahead and make sure to avoid the "stoking" hours.
(3)Jenn D.
Best in town! Family friendly too!
(5)Matt N.
Grimaldi's pizza is good but over priced.
(3)Dave W.
I am so happy to find a quality pizzeria in my area! The quality of food here is top notch. The mozzarella they use is imported just for them, and it's amazing. And the rest of their ingredients are just as satisfying. The servers are very attentive and will even serve you your pizza slices. The ambiance is fun; very New York/Rat Pack, classy Italian-esque. See you again soon, Grimaldi's!!!
(5)Holly R.
My boyfriend and I heard good things so we decided to try it out. We were seating immediately but it took 15 minutes before someone took our order and then an hour until we got our medium pepperoni pizza. The salads were- eh. I would choose a QT salad over Grimaldi's any day. Oh yeah, when we finally got our pizza-it was BURNT on the bottom. For all the money this place charges. So not worth it. Should have went to Pizza Hut. :/
(1)Daren C.
Great service, food and atmosphere... why only 4 stars. The pizza was not as good as the Scottsdale site. it could be the ovens were not "seasoned" yet or it could be I had pizza for dinner the night before, and lunch the day of, then dinner here... but usually that would not be an issue. We had 3 large pizzas and it feed 7 adults and 5 kids. (full but not stuffed) 1. Tomato and garlic EXCELLENT 2. Pep GREAT 3. Cheese MEH The server was attentive, funny and nice.
(4)Glen F.
Pizza was good. Drinks are better! Staff ok
(3)Matthew V.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria is my new favorite place to get pizza. I usually go with my family and here's what we order. We share the Mediterranean Salad. It is big enough to serve four people with a little extra for who is hungry. That would be me. Romaine lettuce, olives, feta cheese onions etc. The dressing is very light and refreshing. For pizza, we order two personal sized pizzas and that feeds four people with a little extra for who is really hungry. That would be me AGAIN. This pizza goes down easy. It's great tasting pizza with delicious sauce, fresh toppings, and thin crusts that do not leave you bloated with dough. The wait staff remembers my family and we are greeted when we enter and throughout the course of our dinner. A past waiter will always drop by to say hello. The wait staff are very attentive and are true professionals. This Grimaldi's location is in the new Park West shopping center. Check it out. This location gets packed on the weekends and week nights draw a respectable crowd. Grimaldi's is one of the reasons.
(4)Rick G.
I placed a to go order and had personal size with onions, olives and red peppers, it's probably the best pizza i've ever had. The personal size is 12" so it's the size of a medium at most other places. The personal cheese pizza is $9.99 but I had to pay $8 for just 3 toppings, but once I got to eat it, it felt it was well worth the price. I would definitely recommend it to pizza lovers.
(5)Jeremy G.
I go here about once a month. The food is always consistent and the service is also. Keep up the good work!
(5)Matt H.
Been busy with work and haven't written a review in a while so I figure it's about time i contribute. I've been meaning to try Grimaldi's at the new Park West complex for a while now. I'd heard good things from family members, and last week the opportunity finally presented itself. The first thing I noticed is that their lobby is virtually non existent, tons of people huddled around the hostess podium with a wait upwards of 30 minutes. To be fair it's about 6:30PM on a friday and they have a bar, but the bar is completely full as well. many patrons were waiting around the edge of the glass enclosed kitchen in the middle of the restaurant which I found odd. When we finally got seated our waiter greated us promptly with what seemed like a very "forced" brooklyn accent, " Ya Evah Been Heeyah Befo,... It's Good Pie" pleasantries aside he was very prompt and took good care of the table. He even gave my neice who was with us some pizza dough to keep her occupied. I ordered an individual red sauce pizza with with pepperoni, sausage and mushroom. They have 3 different sauces, red, white and pesto. The pizza came and was actually very good, the mozzarella was the fresh kind, not too much cheese, the sauce was a thick puree without being chunky. the toppings were very fresh, everything in sliced form, even the sausage. definitely need a fork and knife to eat this. supposedly it was a 12" pizza, but being new york style it was very thin, and I was actually kind of surprised I finished the whole thing. All in all not a bad restaurant, not a bad pizza and I would go back.
(3)Faith A.
Grimaldi's Grimaldi's.. You have changed the way I view pizzerias forever! I walk into this location for the first time, I can honestly say it's a mixture of ambiance between The Olive Garden and a typical pizzeria. The moment I walked in I was greeted and seated. The service may be described as polite and respectable. The food items ordered were a small pizza and a Mediterranean salad. The pizza had a THIN crust with mostly ingredients being the key volume piece in the pizza. The salad was delicious, fresh and filling. Thank you Grimaldi's for making pizza an eatable food once again without the fear of endless bread enhancers! I no longer feel guilty for eating pizza and PREFER Grimaldi's thin crust over any other pizzeria's pizzas. Great service, beautiful location and delicious food, five stars without a doubt :)
(5)Albert H.
This is NOT the same Grimaldis that is up on 59th Ave & 101 in Glendale. The Grmaldis here in Peoria claims original roots to the famous Grimaldis in New York. Extremely thin "Neopolitan" pizza is served up here and it was quite good. Good quality cheese, minimal sauce, and a few good beers are on tap (Pilsener Urquell paired well with their food). Located across from the movie theatre so it may be worthwile to dine at hours when people won't be going to the movies so much.
(4)Sydney T.
On our way home to So Cal, we decided to stop by Grimaldi's in Peoria, since it was both closer and not out of the way, like the Scottsdale one. The last time we were in town, Kathy first tried the one in Scottsdale and just died and went to pizza heaven. I agreed with her as we had it before leaving for home. An interesting note: the one in Scottsdale points to patsygrimaldis.com and the Peoria one just points to grimaldis.com . I'll need to ask... We had to take a detour off of Northern, since there was street work being done from out direction. When we finally got there, Grimaldi's was in a new shopping complex that looked like an outlet. The restaurant was facing the movie theatre and it started to rain while we walked in. We sat down and put in our order immediately, since we were dying hungry and didn't want the back and forth. Our usual: Pepperoni, onions and garlic. A nice blend of salty, sweet and savory. Kathy also ordered the mozzarella, tomato and basil salad. The mozzarella tasted store made and not hand made. The waitress did confirm that a company made the cheese just for Grimaldi's. When the pie did come out, it smelled divine and was just as good as I remember it to be. Kathy thought that the Scottsdale location made a better pie, but I think she is going off of euphoria. The crust was kissed by the coals, thin and crispy. As thin crust pizzas goes, Grimaldi's is head of the class. Pizzeria Bianco is in a class of its own, but that is an another review... We devoured our pie and I made sure to leave room for tiramisu. I am a maniac when it comes to tiramisu and was very pleased when I dove into the fresh tiramisu on drizzled chocolate. SO fricken good! Chased it with restaurant quality coffee. I can't think of a better way to end a meal. I found out that the father, Patsy, owned the original Brooklyn location and the son branched out to Florida, Arizona and other states. The name was changed to Grimaldi's from Patsy Grimaldi's after the dad retired. Overall, if you want a slice of New York pizza, outside of New York, Grimaldi's is your best bet. It only 6 hours from So Cal, but worth the drive...Stay hungry, my friends and good eatings!
(4)Jake V.
Great pizza. The caprese salad is awesome. I love the mushroom, pepperoni, sausage, and basil pizza. Awesome will come back.
(4)Sam F.
This place is amazing, great food, nice atmosphere, family friendly. It's hard to eat any other pizza than Grimaldi's. After visiting the original location in Brooklyn, this is very comparable to the great pizza they serve. Always finish the meal with some original cheesecake. Well worth it!
(5)Heather B.
Grimaldi's, I love your food, but your customer service is horrible, therefore I am forced to rate you as a 1. Let's take last night as an example. I went to pick up my large pizza and a salad. I saw my pizza come out, I saw two guys opening the box, looking at the pizza and discussing something. One guys comes over to me, quickly opens the lid and says "isthisok?" (yup all in one word.) I said "uhh yeah, I guess so"... "but wait it looks a little small to be a large." He says - oh yeah it's between a medium and a large, but we will give you your salad for free. So, if I would have said "yes, it looks fine," they would have left me walk out of there with something less than what I paid for?! Plus now I have a pizza that will not fill up my family? When I ask for a new pizza he grudgingly says "well its gonna take 20-25 minutes." So, I leave... with a small pizza and a crappy wilted salad... and don't expect anyone to hold the door for you either... they are all too busy gabbing around the guest kiosk. Ps- this is the 2nd time my order was messed up and I must say even Domino's and Pizza Hut have never messed up my pizza size or toppings!
(1)Marika K.
Have been here twice and I am quite impressed. Great service and really great pizza. We have had the "white pizza" , pepperoni pizza and pepperoni, sausage and jalapeños and those have all been great. Hope this place continues to deliver great food and service for us! Glad we came across it!
(5)Thomas I.
I miss new York and the real Grimaldi's pizza. This is disappointing. Ordered 2 pizzas and would rather pay double for one slice in Brooklyn.
(2)Kristina W.
I love this pizza! The flavor, the crust, the toppings, are all fresh and yummy. The Greek salad had such awesome flavor; my hubby actually loved it and he doesn't usually eat green food! Lol it was a bit pricey but I actually tried to buy all the items and make my own at home the other night and it was close to the same price for less food! Service is fabulous! Nya is our favorite. great at what she does, sweet, and fun. All around had a great time. We will be back!
(4)J Z.
A friend and I went here for lunch today. We received a lukewarm (I'll be with you guys in a minute) greeting from a server. Same server took us to our table, piss poor attitude. Our actual server provided the same lukewarm greeting. Note to restaurants: TRAIN your servers to not address guests as "You Guys," especially when one of the guests is a lady. We ordered a pizza with tomatoes, mushrooms and sausage (sausage only on half). They messed up our first pizza and brought us out another. This restaurant is nothing like the namesake in Brooklyn. Decent food, bad service. I will not be going back here or any other Grimaldi's except the original in Brooklyn.
(1)Joe F.
5 stars are pretty hard to come by. I should review more, but time and all. This is how pizza should be. Great thin crust, hi temps and fresh ingredients. The server suggested a bruschetta. Man it was great. My 4 yr old and wife both wanted a pepperoni so we got one one those also. It was very good. My wife said it was the best pizza she has ever eaten. Very good service and I loved the atmosphere. I really like the fact that the menu is very small. I have always been of the opinion, do what you do best and excel. It was pretty expensive though. It was almost $50 for 2 pie's, 3 soda's and tip. We did have plenty to take home. We wont be eating there that often as money is kinda tight. Takeout would be quite a bit more affordable so that's a good option.
(5)Cathey P.
I have taken several groups of freinds from New England here as it reminds me of the pizza from the NE. Never been the least bit disappointed in the food or the service. Tonight we had a GREAT dinner and later discovered a wallet was left on the table. It was after closing time and when we called the manager agreed to wait for us to make the 15minute trip back to retrieve it even though it was LATE. He returned the wallet and all the contents and refused to even take something for staying late for us to get there. SOOOOOOOO nice to know thats the caliber of place we deal with both for our food and our service!! What a place!!!! KUDOS!!!!!!!!!!!
(5)Christopher D.
Ordered the white pizza with tomato onion and kalamata olives and was pretty tasty. They recommended that the pizza be cooked for an extended amount of time because of the wet ingredients which caused the crust to be slightly burned with a tad too much crunch for my tastes. Plenty of staff inside. Interior atmosphere was o.k. The only markdown I give them is the price. It seemed to lack value and was over priced. Probably will not return given it is too far away from me...and even if there were one closer, other places would get my dollar first.
(3)JM T.
After leaving the movie theater we were looking for a place to have dinner. Upon exiting the theater we saw 2 places in front of us; Grimaldi's and the Blue Burger Grill. We chose Grimaldi's. The place looks really cool, I love the decor, it is elegant and yet casual. I especially love the pictures of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. The service was really good. The food is not great but really good. We ordered a 16 inch pizza with tomato and mushroom. It was delicious. If you like ranch with your pizza be warned that they do not offer ranch. The price was reasonable. Overall this place is a very good pizzeria. I will be returning quite often.
(3)R B.
I love a good pizzeria and this place always delivers great, filling pizza. Period. I don't get why people would go for Domino's or Pizza Hut when you can have Grimaldi's.
(5)Diane E.
My husband and I went to Grimaldi's today for lunch. We decided to try this place one more time. Our last visit resulted in my sister biting into a large piece of coal and breaking her tooth. According to the manager this is common and they are supposed to check the pizza for coal before serving. My sister got the run around for awhile before she finally got her tooth looked at by a dentist. The manager wanted my sister to pay for everything and then Grimaldi's would reimburse. She finally was able to get the insurance information for billing, prior to her dentist appointment. This took several phone calls and a lot of frustration on her part. Today we decided to check the pizza ourself for coal and sure enough my husband found two small pieces in his pizza slice. Our waitress started out waiting tables and ended up behind the bar serving drinks. We had to ask several other waitresses for another, beer, water, etc., because our waitress never came back to our table. The service was horrible and the food was not worth the wait or the frustration of bad service!!!
(1)Amanda J.
Ate here for lunch. A cute restaurant with black straws (the nicer the eatery the more likely they are to use black straws). We were quickly seated, drinks arrived quickly. I was shocked that the menu offered only salads, pizza, calzone, and a couple dessert options. No appetizers, no pasta. I always like to see what other customers are eating. Most had salads, and all looked delicious. We had the antipasto which was alright. Rather bland with the exception of the kalamata olives. Everyone was eating pizza. All looked good and greasy. We had a small pizza with pepperoni and mushrooms. The cheese was good, and the sauce was real sauce! My dad said, "This pepperoni is some serious meat!" And my mother had heartburn in the first 5 minutes. Even though there was more than enough staff, our drinks sat empty for quite awhile. Our table exchanged "where'd the waiter go?" glances and a manager must have had radar for this. She immediately appeared at our table and refilled our drinks, boxed our pizza, brought our check and ran the credit card. I give that lady 5 stars. On the funny side- there was a girl "working" (could never tell what she was actually doing) who looked like a younger version of Tabitha from Tabitha's Takeover (show on Bravo). Little things: Restroom was clean! We sat near the front and heard the telephone ring multiple times. The brick pizza oven is in the middle of the restaurant and you can watch the guys toss pizzas. I wouldn't avoid the place in the future, but I won't go out of my way to eat there again.
(3)Joe D.
My brother also posted about our Mother's Day experience. These must be franchises because the Scottsdale and Chandler locations are like eating at a different restaurant entirely. This is the second and last time we will frequent this location. The pizza and calzones were awful.
(1)Happy J.
Me and a friend stopped at this location for a Friday lunch after going to the movies. The staff was friendly and not intrusive. The waitress did a good job of replenishing my soda. As for the food: I couldn't even tell I was eating a sausage calzone. Very light on the toppings. My friend's calzone had to be returned to the kitchen for reheating; the middle was cold. Unfortunately there really wasn't anything that made the food stand out. Desserts were okay too. We both had cheesecake and it was no different than cheesecake from a supplier that any restaurant would serve. Comparing the price with the food quality and uniqueness, I'm not sure if I would return here.
(2)Thomas H.
Delicious crispy and always done the way you want it. This is one of the best pizzas I've ever eaten. The ambiance is great, the staff are friendly.
(5)Tony S.
The pizza was thin crust, generous amounts of toppings - and best of all the pizza was not greasy. There was literally no grease running all over like some pizza's and we really liked the flavor. The service was prompt and they seemed to have a good amount of traffic in and out of the store, so they can handle the busy times it appears. We will be back! I would reccomend this for parties of 2-4 only. It does not look like it would be easy to get larger parties seated.
(4)Scott B.
took my wife there last week. it is a really good. the food was great and the decor was really cool and the staff was very helpful and nice.
(4)Honest R.
Great Pizza place. I like the thin crust but must warn you that if you order for pick up by the time you make it home it will be cold and soggy. I had it there and enjoyed it freshly out of the oven. The place is very nice and always busy.
(4)Ben B.
This is some of the best pizza in Phoenix. I have tried some of the others like Pizzeria Bianco but I still prefer Grimaldi's. Its not that I don't like the other places but there is something about that coal fired oven that gives the pizza just an amazing taste and texture that a wood fired oven just can't do. I agree with with some that the service could be better. It's not bad, it just could be better. I forgive them though because I really like their pizza. Usual we get a white pizza with ham on it and then I get a side of pizza sauce for me (my wife does not like any pizza sauce). Yummy, Yummy.
(5)Kelly T.
Ate here before a movie the other night with my hubby & daughter. We've been here numerous times before and are always pleased! If you call in advance, they take reservations for larger groups and are very accommodating. Caprese salad is awesome! And what to say about their amazing pizza .... I have cravings for their delicious crust often. Although the crust is thin, it will fill you up perfectly. Oreo cheesecake is phenomenal. Beer selection is great which is very important to me.
(5)Nicole M.
The pizza is pretty good.... but hello Cheesecake. Just the plain cheesecake is so delish! I never order desserts but swear I could never go there and not order the cheesecake at the end... It is the best!
(4)Kelly C.
I work at a near by restaurant ... we were craving something different because we eat our food everyday. So we ordered takeout. I am not a big pizza fan but it was hot tasty and ready when they said it would be.
(5)David T.
The best pizza in AZ. If not the world.
(5)Emina L.
I am giving Grimaldi's Pizzeria a 4 just because I had one not-so-tiny bad experience there, otherwise, it would get 5 stars from me. First time trying it was over a year ago and it was delicious. I would come back all the time and referred quite a few customers there. I still go about once a week, or every other week. My first bad experience was several weeks ago when I ordered a sliced tomato and mushroom pizza. My boyfriend and I were enjoying and were half way finished when I took a bite in something very chewy. It was pepperoni. Now this wouldn't be a big deal at all if eating meat was not against my beliefs. It really surprised me because I had been there so many times and this one time, out of all the pizzas, and all the people who do eat meat, this happens to me. Weird. I complained and the manager came out to apologize and that was it. She just apologized and stood there. It took her a few minutes to offer not charging us for the pizza. It was very awkward. Other that that one bad experience, I still come back. Always. The quality of the pizza sauce and the cheese is GREAT and everything else is great as well. This pizza is made in the brick over so it will not be your usual pizza you order from Dominos or Pizza Hut. If you are used to thick, greasy, nasty, low quality pizza, this place is NOT for you.
(4)Margaret L.
This place totally makes up for the other pizza place that unfortunately shares the same name as this place, but has absolutely no affiliation (thank goodness). First off, I have to say that the two times I've been here, I haven't once paid for the actual pizza, because if you sign up your birthday, you're given a coupon by e-mail for a FREE PIZZA. Extra toppings are extra charge, of course. So if you haven't tried this place yet and don't know whether you should spend your money, sign up to get a coupon on your birthday. I'll definitely spend my money for a pizza even without a coupon. The crust is thin and crispy, with just enough chew to it so it doesn't taste like a cracker with toppings. The coal firing gives a wonderfully smokey flavor to the pizza, and leaves yummy bubbles in the crust. So far we've done half pepperoni and half meatball. Meatball you say? I admit I've never had meatball on a pizza, so I couldn't help but picture golfball sized meatballs atop a thin slice harnessed in place with strings of mozzarella. I know, I know..they Slice the meatballs, silly. I'm normally not a big fan of pepperoni, but this stuff was surprizingly meaty, slightly spicey, and not too oily. The meatballs though...the meatballs are my favorite. Top everything off with great service (people that actually know their stuff), a fully stocked bar (with beer sporting the name of "the Kilt Lifter"), and nice cozy atmosphere. I have been back, and I will be back.
(5)Scott C.
Excellent coal fired pizza and fresh salads. Definitely make a visit!
(5)Ryan G.
This is the best pizza I've had since Bianco. Why would I wait 3-5 hours downtown when I can slide down Glentucky to grab a hand tossed pie and homemade tiramisu? Not to mention, my parents said the pizza was on par with or better than what they've had in Italy.
(5)Jennifer D.
Prior to eating at Grimaldi's Pizza in Peoria I was a fan of the Scottsdale location. I was very excited to learn that a location would be opening up near our home. This is the best pizza that I've had in the Valley, hands down. We always order a large Pepperoni Pizza with the occasional purchase of a White Pizza. We've also ordered salads and and antipasto and have been pleased every time. The crust is thin and a little chewy and the quality of the toppings come shining through. No, the pizza isn't weighed down with tons of toppings, there are enough toppings for every part of the pizza to sing.
(5)Ian T.
Wow, without a doubt one of the best place for pizza in the world paired with great wine and also awesome service. With the brick oven that carrys the pizza through the cooking process and gives it that elegant flavor, you can not beat grimaldis pizzeria. My wife and I go to this pizzeria almost every friday to catch up with friends and have that great feeling of being home and also feeling like you are wanted. We plan to keep going to this place for years to come based off food and service.
(5)Matt D.
Bad experience all around. We decided on Grimaldi's for Mother's day. Our service was iffy at best, but hell, we were excited for the pizza and calzone's. The pizza was adequate and nothing special. All the cheese shakers on the table had spoiled cheese, so that was no good. Also, they put the basil on before they cooked the pizza. That's a no no. In a 700 degree oven it comes out burnt. Did I mention the area we were sitting in had at least 5 flies fying around the whole time? The calzone's looked great, but there was something off. Each person who tasted the 4 calzone's said something was off. The texture was all wrong, the sausage that we asked for was ground up like ground beef and had no taste. Needless to say, except for the kids who enjoyed playing with dough, everyone at our table said they won't be back. Being from Brooklyn and knowing the kind of food Grimaldi's is capable of, we were very disapointed.
(1)Alex S.
Amazing pizza! I would have to say the best pizza I've ever had. I never really had real pizza until this place. Maybe, I thought I had, but once tasting this pizza I realized that I hadn't. A friend took me and my wife to this place and told me that they actually are from New York and they were first having trouble getting the pizza to taste authentic when they first got to Arizona, but they found out it was because of the water here. So they actually used purified water for the dough. It just shows you the detail that goes into making their pizzas. They can even tell you what wine goes with which pizza. pretty cool.
(5)Ashlee W.
The pizza is great and it's so original! The price is good and the food is great. But don't ask them for ranch it will highly offend them, they say that people use ranch to cover up the taste of bad pizza. The cheese is amazing!
(5)David S.
Great food! Ask for extra cheese. The staff is friendly and takes care of their customers. Best cal zone I've ever had.
(5)Julie S.
Bad reservation policy. Sunday night 5:30 pm, 9 of 11 guests were present with 2 guests in route; but the hostess, citing company policy, would not even take our name down for seating half an hour later as "all if our party was not present". When the rest of our party joined us at 6:00 pm, we were quoted a one hour wait. Grimaldi just lost the business of big spenders and big tippers, including a restaurant GM who lives and works in the area. To quote Pretty Woman, "Big mistake!" BJs Brewery, here we come.
(1)Eric G.
I don't review often, but I am still sitting at my table here at Grimaldis and I had to write this review. The pizza i just attempted to chew here at Grimaldis at Park West was less than average. The crust was supposed to be the best part and it was not at all. It was so chewy that me and my partner could barely chew it. The toppings were sparingly and they charge for every topping ($2). I Have eaten at Grimaldis in Scottsdale and it was much better. I would much rather have had pizza hut than this. I love pizzeria bianco and rays of ny. I hope mgr here sees this and figures it out soon.
(1)Cherry G.
This is great pizza. I love the mozzarella they use-it's the best,all others are only pretenders. It's obvious they use good ingredients. I wish it were more comfortable to eat in,like with booths,but overall it's a great place with great food. I didn't really like the calzone with ricotta as well as the pizzas-I'm just not a fan of the ricotta vs other cheese.The only thing I wish they would do is offer coupons so I would go more often. I asked them if they would take a coupon for the other grimaldi's and they snootily said they don't take coupons. la di da-still good eats. A pizza is a bit pricier than some,but worth it.
(4)Chris W.
still a big fan, wonderful pizza!!! -- Remember to join their birthday club!!!-
(5)CINDY H.
Great tasting pizza!! Its not traditional NY pizza but its amazingly good! Coal brick oven pizza and plus they make their own cheese which you can taste the freshness. I'm not a fan of greasy food and this place works well with my cheat days while I'm dieting. The salads are super good too!
(5)Sam G.
I have to agree with Taric W.'s review.
(2)Dan T.
Place is always friend, and I LOVE THE PIZZA. It's by far my favorite pizza place. Sign up on their VIP newsletter or eclub and you get a free pizza on your birthday, get it for free and try it. Sounds good to me.
(5)Julie R.
We went there last night, and enjoyed it, we order a bruschetta pizza and a veggie one. both were good, the service was good as well. We ordered 2 large pizzas, for 5 people, and everyone left full.
(4)Kelly A.
Horrible! my husband and I decided to eat here since I am from NY and he is from MD, we both love NY style pizza.........which this is not! it looked good when it came to the table but as soon as I took a bite I was very dissapointed, we got 2 small pizzas first was a pizza with red sauce cheese and shrooms and the second was a white margherita pizza, the red sauce has absolutely no flavor to it, I mean NO flavor it tasted like water seriously! the white pizza was the better place of the two but still wasnt worth what we paid. its expensive for what it is and the topping are priced way to high between 2-4 dollars per topping. the only thing I can say good about this place is that the cheesecake is made fresh in house and is very good, I got a strawberry cheesecake and hubby got the oreo which he and I both loved,the strawberry actually has strawberries in the mix its not on top like most others. I would never go back for the pizza but if I was in the area and wanted cheesecake I would stop in and get it to go. Oh and when hubby and I walked into this place there was about 5 servers or whoever just standing there in a group talking,but when we walked in they just stared at us as we walked to our table,didnt say anything just stared it was really awkward!!!!
(2)Dustin D.
simply put!!! we love this place and come here for a pie about twice a month. the caesar salad and the anti pasta are our favorite starters. the pepperoni is the best along with the sausage, but we always love a good tomato basil pizza.
(5)Siam M.
I'm not a big fan of thin crust pizza but for this place I would recommend this place for is fresh toppings like the mozzarella and traditional sauces. We came here for a birthday celebration because my SO signed up for their email list and you get a free large one topping pizza for your birthday. There was some miscommunication with our server and received the pizza with a different sauce which we were fine with but the server and the manger were insistent on getting it taken care of. The atmosphere is nice with it being nicer with the outdoor seating. The only complaint we really had was it was cold inside with the indoor seating
(4)Dave B.
Good pizza, but not great. They have different pizza basic options ... And you add toppings at. $2-$4/ea from there. It can get pricey fast if you let kids order. They only have one special 'defined' pizza. Personally, I like to see what chefs come up with - if I want to make my own, I'll call a delivery service. Big wine selection ... But wine and pizza don't go for me. Lots of lagers and hoppy ales - no stouts, porters or brown ales (I don't count Newcastle anymore)
(3)Jesse P.
The Best pizza that I have ever tasted they r a little slow on service So order 2 drinis at one time
(5)Amber F.
Great pizza, great service. Salad was good. It has a feeling of an authentic Italian restaurant, similar to tastes we experienced while in Italy. The server was very attentive and the manager on staff was jumping in and serving and checking on tables. We will go back.
(5)Ashlee A.
I love this place! The staff is always friendly and the pizza is amazing. Its expensive but so worth the money. My boyfriend and I love to go here. The crust and sauce is what makes this pizza the best. I enjoy their desserts as well.
(5)Wes B.
Listen, this place could have the worst service, horrible atmosphere and ridiculous prices and I'd still come here. And the answers yes, there pizza is just that good. But here's the bonus; there's great service and a nice italian diner atmosphere. Located conveniently next to a Harkins Theatre it's a wonderful date location as well. As long as they don't tweak that wonderful pizza this Italian isn't going to change his opinion(Fact, it's a FACT that there pizza is delicious ;)
(5)Jennifer L.
We visited our friends in Goodyear and I was kind of psyched to revisit Taste of Italy 2 where we had pizza the last time. Our local friends wanted to take us to Grimaldi's instead, their favorite pizzeria about 20 minutes away. Being the Yelpcurious sort, I was game to try this much hyped place. The downside to a place that has been hyped is that one's expectations are higher. We ordered: * Mediterranean Salad - Tasted fresh and good, but the dressing wasn't very balanced. yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… * Pizza half plain cheese, half with basil and tomatoes yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… * Pizza with sausage, pepperoni, and basil yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… * Louis Martini Cabernet - for our friend * Red Sangria - for our friend Positives: + I'm all about the thin crust. yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… + The sauce has a nice kick to it. + The fresh mozzarella tasted good. In fact, everything was very fresh. + They give kids pizza dough to play with while waiting for the food - fun! yelp.com/biz_photos/93FN… Negatives: - There was a 45 minute wait - the price of popularity. - The service had chain feel to it that didn't rub me the right way. "I'm (server's name), and I'm going to take care of you." It was friendly enough, but wasn't for me. - My friend's pizza didn't have enough basil, and she asked for more. Our server said she could bring more for $2. That was disappointing for a tiny dish of chopped basil, considering it was already a topping and our $75 bill. Overall, I enjoyed the pizza and the kid-friendly atmosphere. It wasn't the best ever, but I'm a fan.
(4)Tony P.
First they were very busy, but that doesn't excuse poor service. Our waiter was also the Bartender. He took great care of the people at the bar but continued to forgery about us. Only refilled our drinks once after we finally got his attention after 20 minutes. He walked past us multiple times workout even glancing at us. Then or order was wrong which they did correct the pizza without us mentioning it and the salad was corrected after my wife brought it to the attention of the manager who waited on us more than our actual waiter. Different might have been better experience. The food did taste good. Call me old fashion but if I am spending $70 plus on a meal, I expect good service. I would not go back just because of the service.
(2)Jonathan G.
Pretty great pizzas! A bit pricy but you are paying for quality here not quantity. It's delicious!
(3)Mari M.
This is the pizza place that spoiled the taste of any other pizza for me, because it is the best I've ever had ! Oh how I miss you Grimaldi's ! Nothing compares to you ; )
(5)Candice T.
First time at Grimaldi's... Great experience!! We had a 30min wait on a Friday night but it was definitely worth it. Kim was our server and she was hilarious! She kept us laughing the whole time. Not to mention her service was exceptional. There was an error on our order and she quickly addressed it. Pizza and salad was delish. Request Kim at Peoria location and you'll definitely come back!
(4)John P.
This is our favorite brick oven pizza place. We have been back 20+ times and have only been disappointed once. The pie took 1.5 hours because someone forgot to fire the coals early. The manager fixed it by giving us a free large pie on our next visit. Sign everyone up for the birthday club. A free birthday pizza every year. Parking is tight around here because of the Harkins across the street. When our kids were little the wait staff would give them a pizza pan with some dough on it to play with while we waited for the pie. As for the pizza, we love it. Thin crust and folds perfectly for one handed eating. The salads are top notch. This place has a nice NY feel and was a real welcome addition to the west side. Worth every cent!
(5)Elizabeth A.
Since my family and I eat here at least once a month i should leave a review. This place is amazing. beer selection is great. Best Pizza in Arizona. Never bad service and place is always busy. Great cheesecake!!!!
(5)Eric M.
Excellent New York style pizza! I never expected to find this good of pizza in Phoenix, but maybe I should. The entire city is an oven!
(5)Tiny D.
I don't get why everyone thinks this place is so great. A friend recommended this place awhile ago and I finally tried it and was totally disappointed. Their crust sucks and is paper-thin. I was expecting deep-dish crust with tons of flavor. What they have is communion-wafer crust that they over cook. I ordered mine with pepperoni and "meatballs". These meatballs looked more like meat discs. And my pizza was way too dark. It looked burnt. I honestly liked the salad better.
(2)Danielle F.
Ricotta, extra mozzarella, pepperoni and Italian sausage make the best pie. Kim is a great personality.
(4)Haili S.
We LOVED Grimaldi's until we went last night... They had dropped our pizza on the floor and had to make it for us again.. No big deal, except that while they were making us a new pizza they were using a high pressure hose and spraying it straight down on the floor making a huge range of water back spray, hitting our new pizza and the open line where all the toppings are kept. Gross, I wont pay for floor water pizza. We had to leave. So disappointed and the worst part was the manager didn't even care.
(1)Mark C.
Another great dinner experience with Kevin as our server! Great job on the service, food and atmosphere! We were seated, served our drinks and ordered within 5 minutes. Salads came and hot pizza was short to follow. Very nice!
(5)Yolanda H.
This is best pizza is the west side we had a very good customer service , that salad was awesome and very affordable prices
(5)Linda L.
I LOVE their pizzas! Always our favorite.. Pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms and basil. Thin crusts, crisps, Brooklyn style, perfection. Delish.. (They make their own mozzarella!) Salads are fresh and delicious! (Tried them all) Service always friendly (so far). It would be a solid 5 stars if they had better wine and dessert options. Tiramisu is the best if you must have dessert. Not bad for a chain.. Go get their pizzas. YUM!
(4)Jessica S.
5 stars for the service, Friendly over the phone when ordering. Nice service when I picked up dinner and decided to add salads. 1 star for the price. Paid $40 for one small pizza and two large salads. The salads are were $9.00 a piece and barely anything came along with the lettuce. Wont be doing that again. I can get a hardy loaded salad other places from $8 to $11 other places meat included and lots of goodies and flavor. Husband is the only one who can eat pizza there since the rest of us is gluten free. He said the crust and toppings were excellent. The sauce was more of a thin flavorless marinara. That is just not his style of sauce. May be good for others. Great to experience. Wont be back. Still recommend giving it a trying.
(3)Joe T.
Another great date night! We visited on Friday 9/4 and once again great pizza, salads, and friendly service! My wife and I started joking that once we had finished off our pizza we actually wondered what the table nearby would think if we took a slice from their table! We'll be back!
(5)Helen G.
The very best pizza in the West Valley, takes me back to New York City. I always bring home a pizza for my freezer. Their salads are bright and crisp. Not to be missed.
(5)Leslee S.
I received a. Email for a free one topping pizza and went in to redeem it! Wow, it wasn't a small pizza at all it was their 18" pizza! We ordered Sausage and pepperoni and it was delicious! I have to admit their sausage was above and beyond any other place I've had sausage on a pizza! Thank you for the free birthday pizza and I'll definitely continue being a patron of your establishment
(5)Judy L.
I have been the original Grimaldi's under the Brooklyn Bridge & the location in NYC and I have to say... Eating at the Peoria location brings me back to my NY trips! Of course, without the heavy winter coat, shaking in the cold, and wind in my face while waiting for 45 mins for a table for two. I am here in AZ, in flipflops and enjoying the weather while waiting outside on the bench! :) The service was great (no asking for refills). He checked on us a few times. I had the white pizza with chicken and bacon... YUM! I am still in love with the regular red sauce. Guess I need to go back soon!
(5)Bob B.
It's NY Pizza!! Right from Under the Brooklyn Bridge Yelp wants me to write more, so you must visit this restaurant. You will enjoy every bite
(5)Cody V.
This was my third visit. The ovens weren't on the first two. It happens every day after lunch. They come on just before dinner. So don't come at 3 and expect a pizza. Everything else on the menu is available. We shared a small Caesar salad. Large enough portion for two hungry people! We ordered the white pizza. It was very good but on the bland side. Nothing really fantastic about the flavor. I wouldn't be back for that pizza. I had a red Sangria. It was delicious. Had a wonderful flavor and a generous portion. Come for the Sangria but maybe try a red sauced pizza if you do!
(2)Key B.
A little pricey for pizza. For example, to add mushrooms, green onions, chicken spicy saugage its costs an extra $2-$4...They are known for pizza, salad, beer, wine and that is pretty much it! The restaurant is a little small; however the customer service is good here. Also the pizza is great! Key Bentley's Recommendation: I recommend this establishment the pizza is fresh and tasty...
(3)Deni G.
A great pie I'm originally from NY, and it's always a challenge to find a great NY style Italian Pie. I have eaten lots of pies at Grimaldi's original location under the Brooklyn Bridge, and I have to say this Grimaldi's has equally great pies. We arrived at 11:00 after watching a movie and we were seated within minutes. Our server took our drink order, and the drinks were delivered quickly. On this visit we kept it simple, a small pepperoni, double cheese pizza. The small pizza is enough for two people (16"). The pizzas are thin crust, crispy, and delicious. We were filled from our pizza, but we couldn't pass up desert. So we went with the "trio" for desert. You pick any three deserts off the menu. We tried the Tiramisu, Oreo cookie cheesecake, and Cannoli. My favorites was the cannoli. Grimaldi's has great food, service, and staff, which always keepd me coming back.
(5)Leslie M.
Great pizza! We stopped by during the week. Decided on a meatball pizza and Mediterranean salad. Both were delicious! Great service! Will definitely be back!
(4)Dave F.
After a long hot day at the ballpark, getting to the Peoria Grimaldi's was a huge priority. 2 18" large pizza's and 2 salads were enough for 4 adults and an exhausted ballplayer. We were told there was a 20 minute wait, but were actually seated faster. I really like any pizza with their spicy chicken sausage. And, we had 2 with Pepperoni and Spicy Chicken Sausage. Our server was great and she stayed on top of much needed drink refills!
(5)B S.
If you want pizza as good as just about any pie from the big apple, come here! Pizza is crispy and sauces are tasty and well seasoned. The white pizza is one of my favorites, real crispy and with a nice coal inspired char! Be sure to get a Caeser salad as well, one of the best in the area.
(5)Nicole T.
Wow this pizza is tasty. We celebrated with a bunch of people and our waitress was fast and attentive. The pizza is probably one of my favorites in the valley. The cheese was high quality and there were toppings aplenty. It wasn't too greasy; it was just right. I deducted one star for the limited menu. I wish they served wings and other typical items found at most pizza joints. This place is definitely worth it if you love good pizza.
(4)Mariah L.
Stopped in the other night for a beer before watching Jurassic World on opening night. The place was pretty empty considering they were getting ready to close. We decided to come back and try pizza in the near future because it smelled so good. The server was chill, got us our beers, and wasn't pesty. I enjoyed the ambiance, and what appeared to be glass bottle lighting. The bathrooms were also clean.
(4)Tim S.
So.....I have only had pizza once in the past 4 months and it was super crappy. I needed to get some good pizza in my system asap. Now that I live in Arizona, a Grimaldis is always close by. Decided to come down to this one in Peoria (It's only about a 15 minute drive from my new house) for lunch. I ordered a large cheese pizza and a Diet Pepsi. I kept it simple today. Pizza was as good as always. Great thin/charred crust, fresh mozzarella, great sauce and a little basil. It's a perfect pizza! I ate 4 slices and brought the other half home for dinner. Service was friendly and my waitress brought me another soda right when I was about done with my first...she was on point! The manager came by to everybody's table and asked them how the food was too. I will be back sooner than later. This pizza today made my move to AZ worth it ;-). I can't say enough good things about Grimaldis.
(5)Thomas S.
Finally got a good meal here, the pizza is great and different taste however I don't know if I'd say its worth the wait like most other reviewers. Several different calls over the past 7 months to them and their availability in pizza all depends on when they're stoking the oven which in my experience is more than half the time. Call ahead make sure they're not stoking the oven or booked up.
(3)Justin B.
Ooo , ooo , ooo where to begin. I had gotten a gift card for Christmas and waited till now to order which was a grave mistake. We got here at 4:30 PM and was notified that from 4-5 they stoke the coals and prepare the brick oven for more magic to happen. We sat down for some delicious refreshments and were greeted by Jake an amazing server. He was knowledgeable and very friendly. He made the service of this dinner memorable. We ordered a 18" cal zone with extra mozerlla, ricotta, spicy chicken sausage, extra basil, kalamata olives, and pepperoni. WOW was it the best damn pizza I have ever had and it was HUGE. The flavors were dead on and a party in your mouth . The price is a little steep but for a amazing eat like this and service that Jake provided I will be back again and again..
(5)Stacy L.
Yummy pizza! Came on a weekday and used my free birthday pizza coupon. Our waitress was really friendly and the service was quick. I recommend the blueberry cobbler cheesecake it is so good!
(5)Harvey S.
Coming out of a later movie in Glendale the other night, we decided to look for a place to eat nearby. Whipped out the smartphone, set the setting to YELP, and the tractor beam locked onto Grimaldi's nearby. Off we went at warp speed. At the time of arrival, which was later dinnertime, there was no wait. We got a table and had to hop up on the chairs to sit there. Looking around, I enjoyed the whimsy of the decor, with what appeared as wine bottles with their bottoms cut off as hanging lights, different NYC Subway signs, some b&w classic NYC scenes, and the cooks nearby, twirling the pizza dough. The menu is clearly focused on the pies, with basically just a few appetizers and salads for other items. We ordered a Caesar salad to start. The plate and salad were nice and chilled, with the dressing having a slight lemon taste; it was light, not a hearty Caesar dressing, but enjoyable. The presentation of the pizza is as they should be: a stand to give it the respect it deserves, and served on a platter with a serving utensil (unlike many places that just expect you to use your own fork or knife--barbarians!) Ours was a large, thin crust cheese pizza with fresh tomatoes and kalamata olives. The tomatoes were perfectly cut and distributed--it looked like a pepperoni pizza. The olives stood out, very nice flavor with a salty kick--these were the good ones and not overcooked! Although I did order a pie with sauce, I didn't really notice it...maybe they didn't use much. I hope to return and try that again. Though there was plenty to fill us up and take a few pieces home, we decided to save room for dessert and ordered the tiramisu, which is always interesting to see how each place interprets it. We found they don't make their own (though they do make their own cheesecakes), but it was excellent: very moist and flavorful. Our service was great: the waitress came over several times to see how we were doing and someone else came by towards the end to see if we had a good experience. Of course, it also wasn't the rush hour, so that helped. I hope to make it back to this or another of their locations, as it has great thin crust pizza WITHOUT a huge wait. Beam me back, Scotty!
(4)Tim W.
THE PIZZA IS SOOO GOOD! Ok, first of all Grimaldi's Pizza is a New York style pizza with a coal burning oven. The pizza is very cheesy and also has very good homemade sauce. We went there last night and here is what we think, Pizza- 5 (cheese, grilled chicken /w roasted peppers and sun dried tomatoes) Drinks- 4 ( Iced Tea, and lemonade) I would recommend going to ANY Grimaldi's, they have great pizza and are very consistent.
(5)Lindsay K.
The pizza is delicious definitely cannot complain about the taste or the texture everything is good the only problem with this place is the limited menu! They only have pizza, salads and calzones, it would be nice if there was a little bit more variety. They also have desert but I haven't had any yet.
(4)Sandra H.
Good pizza, wish there was more cheese. Didn't realize each topping was a charge. Used to 2 or more topping there be a charge. But overall a great place to eat, nice and relaxing. to bad the landlord does not allow dogs on the patio.
(4)Ann M.
We had some time (40 minutes) before our movie started so we thought it would be a good spot to grab some food, and it was not busy at all on a friday night so we thought that would help with time too. We go in and even though the place is empty we are sat in a tiny dark corner and left to look at our menus. We sat for about 10 minutes and then we had to get up and go over to the several girls standing at the hostess stand and asked where our server was, after another 3 minutes or so he finally showed up and took our drink and food orders, the food took some time but did show up. It was good and I liked the brick oven taste it had but then they messed up on (and again took forever) to get our dessert order. We only saw our server once, no refills offered on our drinks and it was all together a horrible experience, and late 10 min to our movie. Next time we will go over to toby keith's place a short walk up instead!
(2)Anton E.
Went to a group family party here. So glad I wasn't paying. We sat and chomped on ice, had to wait forever on refills. Food was so-so...definitely not worth what the group ended up paying for. Once again, this place disappoints at every opportunity. Pizza crust is too thin and burnt and flavorless-unless you like charcoal. Even for free I was less than impressed.
(1)Azspiceco D.
This place has great Pizza. After buying it here for years I won't be back. I waited 10 minutes to place a to go order only to be passed up for the bartenders friends. Maybe you have to know someone here to get good service. I will not go back to this place. There is a much better one in Gilbert and Scottsdale. Same great food, better service.
(2)Joyce F.
walked over there for dinner saturday night and they were closed!
(1)Jason J.
Great thin crust pizza with really fresh toppings. You may want to order a size bigger than usual based on the super thin crust
(5)Eliza W.
Love this place. Went for the first time the other day. Food was great, atmosphere was great, service was great. Will definitely be back.
(5)Jenny W.
My favorite local pizza spot to eat with the family or on a date night. love the pepperoni and garlic pizza. So yummy! Great service and relaxed environment. They will even hold your pizza if you have a movie to catch.
(5)Christina N.
Ate here was not impressed with the service or food. Pizza was mediocre and while we were dining a server came and removed our table condiments such as red pepper, parmesean, salt, & pepper. Although they weren't busy we still had an hour before close and I thought that was very rude (I actually use red peppers) won't be back here and for the price and atmosphere I have higher expectations
(1)Arlin B.
This Grimaldi's is A~OK if your in the area looking for good pizza. I usually rave about one of the other Girmaldi locations to my friends and since we were in the area we thought, why not try this Grimaldi's. After all it's a Girmaldi's and the Patsy Girmaldi's in DC Ranch taste a like the Girmaldi's in New York. We were a little concerned when we arrived since this place was very slow and it was during peak lunch time. The service was ok not exceptional but good. I usually don't have to ask for a refill on my beverage at the other location, but here I did twice... The decor of this Grimaldi's is very nice. I found myself starring at the ceiling more than once thinking: "better not bring my bride here; she'll want me to do this to our ceiling in the den"! Lunch~ antipasto salad. The fresh mozzarella was very good, oven roasted sweet red peppers were too cold and not seasoned, the salami was sliced very thin and offered only four pieces (lacking), some olives and some fresh baked bread. The mozzarella and bread were the stars of this dish ~ everything else let you wanting more or something different. Personal pizza ~ white garlic with fresh tomatoes. For the first time ever I had to add salt to my pizza, what the heck? The crust was full of the deliciousness goodness I'm used to at Grimaldi's, crispy and scrumptious but the white cheesy and garlicky toppings needed more seasoning... The calzones my colleagues had were delish and they ate everything in sight including the left over sauce from their calzones. I would come back again but for dinner not lunch. The bar area seemed to be the place to be in this location. This is where you want to sit so you can watch the pizza dough flying before they load it into their brick oven, have some beer or wine but order a different kind of pizza!
(3)Russell S.
My coworkers have raved about this pizza place I finally went with then for lunch. We were greeted promptly, asked for our drinks. Nice atmosphere with a taste of NYC. The waiter came back and took our order. We all opted for the lunch special of pizza, salad and drink. The salads came back a few minutes later and was a good size with a nice vinegarette. About 10 minutes later, the pizza arrived. I really enjoyed my pizza. I ate my personal pizza quickly. I wish I had more.sausage on my pizza. That would be my only complaint that each slice had maybe 1 or 2 bits of sausage. Service was very good. We were in/out within 45 minutes. This will be a place I will head to for lunch often! Great pizza at a great price.
(4)Jeff K.
Great pizza! I was in the mood for thin crust and this place delivered. There was something about the dough that had a unique taste which was good. I will come back for sure!
(4)Sanford R.
I just tried Grimaldi's for the first time and enjoyed the experience on the whole. Their pizza is quite unique and while I wouldn't say it is a favorite of mine it is still very good. We also ordered two small salads and were surprised by how big they were. We wondered what the large salads must look like. Also, the cheesecake was some of the best I have had in awhile. That was probably even better than the pizza to tell you the truth. The restaurant did feel a little crowded and there were certainly a lot of people there, but it seemed like a great place to eat nonetheless. The prices are slightly higher than what I expected, but I still had a nice experience at this pizzeria.
(4)Taric W.
THIS is what passes for gourmet pizza in Glendale? I think not. You're kidding me. Grimaldi's is a sweet looking place in the desolate Park West. The decorations are great, and there is plenty of Sinatra playing to further the illusion of class, but once you sit down and look at the menu, the disappointment starts flying at you. Appetizers? I think not, unless you're feeling like salad. There is salad, pizza, and wine. Also, a full bar, with beer. Not that having a simple menu is bad, it's just that when pizza is all you make, I expect mind blowing pizza. This falls flat on all levels. The crust I'll admit was decent. Just the right amount of flavor and charring. You're getting that right. But the tomato sauce? Nothing special. Do they buy it from Safeway? The cheese? Just alright for a gourmet pizza, and certainly not enough of it. As far as toppings go, I don't like the idea of needing to order extra cheese just to have my pizza covered. Also, I feel every gourmet pizza joint of this magnitude should have proscuitto as an option. 'Ham' just isn't cutting it. Don't fret, the white pizza was okay. It used just the right amount of garlic, and had a fair balance. It was a bit on the bland side, and I would definitely have olives on that if I ever came back. But please, Grimaldi's, spare us all your pretentiousness. No matter how many decorations (your plastic hostesses included) you put up, or how much backstory you have about NYC, you define mediocre. Don't offer me some BS wine pairing with your pizza, the only pairing it deserves is a mug of Budweiser and a Yankee's game. It's just not quality stuff. Some poor chump is going to waste $40 on a pizza and some $5 BevMo wine thinking he's dining on something amazing. Meanwhile, I'll be enjoying my meal at a place like Piazza Al Forno. Take notes.
(2)Mariana V.
Love the atmosphere and the delicious pizza. It's the perfect combination of crispy and thicknes. You can tell they use high quality ingredients. Yes, I do admit the wait is long on weekends but if you want to enjoy fast service and don't mind a dinner date during the week then I suggest you go on the not so busy days. They don't have much of a appetizer selection, but who needs appetizers with pizza this good! This is one of my favorite romantic places to go with my husband. I definitely recommend it.
(5)Diane R.
Went in w my birthday email for free pizza. Waiter was great. Just had iced tea & soda. Pizza was delicious as usual Left tip as if bill had $16 pizza incl Dont want to short-change staff
(5)Angelica P.
I've eaten an both this location and their Scottsdale location as well. I'm always happy with their food and drinks. Service is great.
(5)Holly B.
Grimaldis is great! I went after we found they have scientists that have replicated the NY water to make true NY pizza. It is just that - true New York pizza that you will never get any other place than New York. The pizza is excellent and the menu is extremely basic - I like that. I have two kids and they bring the dough for them to play with while we wait for the order. The wait has never been more than 20 minutes from the time we order to the time we get our fabulous food. Our waiters have always been good about refills. They also have a half off Tuesday for their wines!
(4)Daniel B.
I was hungry on a Sunday afternoon, and I was visiting from California. Let me start off this review by saying that this place has the potential to be a 5 star, but I only downgraded because it is a very tiny place that is very popular, which results in some waiting for a table/spot at the bar, and your pizza. However, this place is the BOMB.com for several reasons. First, it has a great atmosphere. All the waiters are friendly and attentive, even if you aren't sitting at a table! The bartender Kevin kicks ass. Great sense of humor, and excellent bartender all-around. The pizza is amazing! I had a simple Personal Pepperoni Pizza with Extra Famous Grimaldi's Sauce. Absolutely delicious! As far as the price goes, I ordered a small caesar salad, a lemonade, and a personal pizza with two toppings and the price came to about $24. This is misleading, because I ate all the food myself, but it could have easily fed 2-3 people. So in summary, great food, great employees, great price. Check it out, but try and go when its not as busy.
(4)Mike S.
Wow this place has very bad service. Stopped in for a personal size pizza had 45 min before movie starts next door. Seated no more then 20 feet from the pizza station. After 30 min the server comes by and says they are still woking on it. 15 min latter we walked out with nothing. This was the only time we talked to the server and the Manager never came over, even though he could see us seating there bored to death, to explain why they are inept. Had more conversation with the bus boy as he pickup around us. Really how long does it take to bake a 12" pizza 5 -8 min. Never again, has been 3 years since I was there before and it was so-so then, so it's not gotten better. Fool me once good for you, fool me twice shame on me.
(1)Laura M.
The hubs, babylove and I stopped by Grimaldi's Pizzeria last Saturday for a late lunch. A dear friend of mine had been telling me forever about how wonderful the pizza was here. We finally got to find out for ourselves what all the buzz was about. We ordered a pepperoni pizza with a ceasar salad; and I ordered a glass of the house red wine. The salad was a perfectly dressed ceasar--not too much dressing but not so little that you're just eating dry romaine. The pizza was delicious! That crust truly is so crispy and appetizing! And of course the wine was a perfect compliment to the meal. A bit on the dry side with a bit of a bite but delicious nonetheless. And because I am all about the ambiance of an establishment, I was very impressed with the 'hand' of the table linens. Red and white checked tablecloths with a heavy cotton hand prove this is no cheesy (no pun intended) Italian joint. The table is simply set with just the minimum items needed for your meal. As for the customer service--from the hostess that greeted us to the waiter, we experienced friendly, professional service. Everyone was kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I look forward to visiting Grimaldi's again in the very near future!
(5)Anne W.
Rude staff, rude manager, and slow service. We have given it three separate tries and it is the same every time. Perhaps I am overly critical of the rudeness because I work in hospitality. However, we will not be returning.
(1)Barbara H.
We've been to Grimaldi's several times and every time it's just as fabulous as it was the last time. Their pizza is, by far, my favorite in the valley and is always consistently good. They have an excellent by the glass or bottle wine list and their beer selection is also good. They have an excellent Caprese salad that we like to have as an appetizer before our pizza. Their menu is small, mainly pizza and a few salads, so if you are looking for a place with lots of choices (pastas, sandwiches, etc) Grimaldi's may not be the place for you. But if you are looking for amazing pizza, I would highly recommend giving Grimaldi's a try. One thing to keep in mind: weekend evenings can be very busy, so I suggest going at slightly off times or bringing a dose of patience.
(5)Bad L.
I am fast becoming a pizza afficianado. We found this group of restaurants off of Northern and the 101 - one exit before the cardinal stadium. I like Grimaldis. It's different pizza. You can't go wrong. Pizza is good and salads are great too.
(4)Donna P.
My family eats here often. One if the best pizza places in the valley. Fresh ingredients. The salads and desserts are really tasty too. We are picky about our pizza and hard to please and this is 1 of 3 places we will eat pizza at in the Valley.
(4)Debbie T.
Ahhhh...it's nice to be back! We hadn't been here in a while, and had actually forgotten what delicious pizza tastes like. I love their menu, simple and to the point...salads, pizzas and calzones. We started off with a small caesar salad, which could feed 3-4 people. It was tangy and fresh tasting, with crunchy croutons. We couldn't stop eating it. But, then our pizza arrived...a large with ricotta, fresh sliced tomatoes and half meatball...mouth-watering! I've never been a big fan of overly sauced pizza, and this always has just the right amount on it. The crust is the perfect vehicle for their fresh ingredients. My husband finished off his slices, and I took home half of mine (to be enjoyed later). The staff was very nice, but the food was "MWAAAH"!! We can't wait to come back.
(5)Luisa V.
Oh Grimaldis, where do I start?!? The pizza is amazing (pepperoni and jalapeño being our family favorite) and its always made perfectly with the right amount of toppings but the reason I can't give 5 stars is because I can't understand why the bathrooms are so small!!! Three people can not even fit in their comfortably, I like to wash my hands without reaching over people so that's why I have to give 4 stars. If the bathroom was spacious it would definitely be 5 stars!!! But service and pizza are amazing!
(4)Terri D.
Great pizza, nice crispy thin crust, great sauce best I have had since moving to the valley. Service was also good will be back for more I highly recommend giving them a try.
(5)Cassandra B.
You can always count on an excellent trip when you visit Grimaldi's. I have never had a bad experience in any way in any of the times I've eaten at this location or any other one for that matter. Grimaldi's gives a consistently professional experience and always has scrumptious food. Today was no different. My husband and I we were in for lunch so we started with a small Mediterranean salad to share (that we could have split to with more people as well) and a half carafe of the house wine. We ordered a pesto pizza with beef meatballs, jalapenos and mushrooms. The thin crust is delicious the pesto is to die for. It is one of my favorite pizzas in the valley. We ended the meal with a slice of Bailey's Irish Cream cheesecake and a glass of Moscato. The service was spot on and the entire experience was enjoyable. I highlt recommend Grimaldi's to everyone!
(5)Joseph M.
This place was great. Was in town on business and went here with a couple of coworkers. We ended up getting two pizzas and salad. I loved the meatlovers pizza, the crust was great and was filled with lots of toppings. We also got a pesto artichoke pizza that was also great. Overall if I were in the area again I would def check this spot out again.
(4)Cherlyn E.
Interesting service. Not sure if it is bad or just the staff. But the pizza is very good. Sit at the bar for better service.
(4)Jose M.
Kept seeing this place next to the theater and I decided to try it out one day. I had the ceasar salad and cheese pizza. The food was decent enough to eat it all but I mostly live the atmosphere, artwork on the walls, and great jazz music. Nice cost place to stop by at for a glass of wine after a movie.
(3)David D.
Ok, so I seem to agree with everyone here from the 5 stars to the 1 star. The pizza is simply fantastic. I understand they use a filtering system for their water which explains the delightful crust. The mozzarella is top notch, they use quality pepperoni and other meats. Like some of the others here though, I have experienced downright shoddy service. The management is lackadaisical to the point where I took the time to write the corporate office. To be blunt "he just doesn't give a damn". That is too bad because the place is just screaming to be a success. I know that I have avoided this place, just based on the management alone. We have a wood fired pizza joint (Sal's Tuscan grill) nearby which has really good pizza as well and when I am peeved at Grimaldi's, I go there instead. It isn't as good as Grimaldi's but customer service counts for something. GET OVER YOURSELF and treat your customers with some respect.
(4)Erica C.
Ive been remiss in posting updates: But, we have been to Grimaldi's at Park Central numerous times since my original post. The pizza's are very good, and the ingredients are of good quality. The wine selection is nice. If you go during the spring, you are certain to see some type of celebrity. Also, be sure to sign up for the email's and your birthday to get a free pizza for your birthday. If you are without children, I suggest you sit at the bar. Quick, and excellent service.
(4)Trace M.
I have been to Grimaldi's before and this was my second visit while on a date before heading to Westgate. The service was good and the food was good. However here is where the unprofessional-ism comes in. After dinner my GF went to the restroom, while in the restroom, a waitress approaches her with a proposition from the Manager named "Rich". Stating, "he wanted to give her his number since he found her so attractive and wanted to know her status with the guy at the table". This offended her and she declined the offer. Evidently, this is a common practice by the manager to prey on female patrons as the waitress had no problem assailing her on his behalf. My GF returned embarrassed/offended and wanted to leave immediately; she wouldn't tell me what was wrong until we exited the restaurant, in order to prevent a scene from occurring. The manager should really take some classes on business ethics. Patrons are there for the growth of your establishment, not for your own carnal desires.
(1)Cindi D.
If you like genuine NY brick oven pizza made with fresh mozzarella,tasty tomato sauce and quality meats, this is da place! Choice of freshly made crusts..thick or thin..both are great. I'm fourth generation off the boat Italian and fussy about my pizza and this really hits the spot. A large pizza with toppings is a reasonable under $20.00. Mangia!
(4)Andy L.
Everyone says that the best pizza in Arizona is Pizzera Bianco. I think it is Grimaldi's. I am 99% vegan, but when I have cheat days, it is for cheese pizza and there are only a couple of places I am going to cheat at. Grimaldi's is one. I swear I could eat an entire 18" by myself.
(5)Angel M.
I came here on a strong recommendation from a friend. After reading the reviews, I was anxious to try it out. I went on a Saturday night, half expecting it to be really busy. We were seated in about five minutes or less. Not busy on a Saturday night...made me kind of worried. The menu is sparse, it made ordering really easy. Service was fairly slow considering the small amount of people in the restaurant. Refills were slow, service was kind of inattentive but not rude. Our pizza came out in about 15-20 mins. We ordered a white with garlic with pepperoni and sausage. The pizza looked and smelled delicious, but that's where it all went bad. First off, the pizza crust was really soggy because of all the grease under the pizza. I have never ate such a greasy pizza in my life. i had to drain every single slice, it literally created a puddle on my plate. There was a significant lack of sauce on my pizza, some parts of my crust were bare, not even a hint of red on them. The pepperoni and the sausage tasted great and there was enough toppings on the pizza to justify the $2 price tag. The non soggy areas of crust were great, and the cheese was amazing. We ended up taking half the pizza home, the slices were filling. The pizza was better the next day, after the box absorbed most of the grease, after throwing away the pizza box, the bottom of the box was saturated in grease. I'm not sure if grease makes a quality pizza, but in this case it just made a soggy crust. **Update** Under intense pressure I came back here and tried a white with chicken, they seriously redeemed themselves. I spoke to the manager and he insisted my last time was a fluke and should have been corrected. I would come back on occasion.
(4)Jean S.
Menu is pretty simple. Pizza and Salad but its the best pizza I've ever had! Thin crust new York style pizza with quality ingredients. The sausage is amazing and I'm not usually a sausage pizza person. Service was great and very friendly staff.
(5)Matthew S.
This place has great food, great service and is in a great location. The lunch specials are a good deal, but if your eating and drinking here for dinner your tab will be pretty high. Just make sure you check the beer and wine prices before ordering or you could be sitting there staring at your bill going "wtf."
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