I live very close by and LOVE pizza, so I tried this place in June of 2013 and then again in September. Haven't been back more recently so maybe things have improved since then but I thought I'd leave an honest review based on my experience. So the staff was super friendly to me, no complaints there. I think the prices are fair and I thought the decor was fine, not spectacular but nice. I ordered two slices of pizza the first time and boy was I disappointed. The pizza tasted old, reheated, I didn't like the texture of the cheese at all, and I found it all very bland. I did think it was crunchy so that's good, but I think it's because they really reheated it a long time. To be fair, I walked in during the early evening/late afternoon and was the only person in there. It's obvious that they can't cook an entire pizza to give me two slices when the place is empty, but that doesn't excuse the lack of flavor. The second time I went in I had the exact same experience and I won't be back. It's really a shame too because I love Italian food and there isn't anywhere nearby that offers it besides this place. Long story short, nice people but low quality food. Try going in on a Friday or Saturday night when there are more people. Avoid single slices of pizza.
(2)
Matty P.
Pizza is yummy! Pasta and meatballs excellant! the delivery was quick and the price is very fair.
(5)
L R.
My co-worker and I ordered spaghetti with chicken parmigiana, I was very disappointed when my order came in. The spaghetti was a bit dry and the order brought about 4 small strips of chicken, chicken is suppose to be whole. I was not too happy with the order and if I had to order again Id order just the garlic rolls.
(1)
Marilyn H.
Great Tasting Pizza! Loved it!!
(5)
Hyojung I.
I love the vegetable pizza in this place. Also, garic bread and chicken wings are so good. This place always gives me intertainment for my mouth and mind. Thank you! Even now I am waiting the pizza. ^^ So exciting...
(4)
Raidel M.
The owner actually spoke to me about my last review that I gave him and I have to say I was impressed with the way he chose to.speak to me about the review and the way he acted...he is a gentleman and knows how to speak to his customers....excellent customer service! and honestly his wife can make one hell of a pizza!!!! I like them....and they have great prices!!!!
(5)
Rick M.
These guys were kind enough to cater one of the five nights of the Miami Improv Festival of 2015 so I was able to sample several of their pizzas. They were all good, but the Caprese pizza -- and the garlic rolls -- really stood out as amazing. The Caprese pie came with ricotta, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. The garlic rolls were pillows of bliss. A few weeks later, a few of us from the festival decided to walk over to dine in (it's just a couple of blocks East of Just The Funny), and I figured I would try something else besides the namesake pizzas. I went with a chicken parm sandwich and it was huge and tasty. Friendly service and a clean dining room to go along with reasonably priced eats? That works.
(5)
Rodrigo D.
Stopped by early afternoon for a bite. Place is small, decent decor. Staff is super friendly and nice! They took a custom calzone order without a problem. The calzone was huge, enough to feed two people, with a large serving of marinara on the side. It was certified delicious! Will definitely stop by again whenever I'm around. Wish they had a better selection of beers, though.
(5)
Hernani A.
Crust is good but sauce needs salt... Flavor. The place is small but cozy and very good service... Unfortunately pizza wasn't something to brag about...
(2)
Chris E.
The Original Pizza Shop This place is right next door to Alameda Deli. I went there for some more great empanadas but they were closed so I went here. I was on my bike so I couldn't carry a pizza and I wasn't about to sit and eat a whole one. I noticed they had pasta, burgers, soups and hot dogs so I went inside. The place is small. Just a few tables for two and one that seats 4 comfortably. The two employees both spoke english in addition to there spanish. Always a plus for us gringos from somewhere else. I ordered a chicken soup and a burger. Hmmmm Where do I start? They brought the soup first so lets begin with that. I think it was seriously Campbell's Chicken Noodle Soup....seriously. So it was fine but if I wanted that I would've went to Publix. Cost - $3.50 The burger was not real impressive either. Cost - $2.99 I asked for ketchup, mustard, pickles lettuce and cheese. A pretty standard burger order I thought, but I noticed the only thing he wrote down was the lettuce. I let it pass since I was the only customer and assumed he would remember. When the burger arrived it had the pickles, cheese and lettuce, but not no ketchup or mustard. Instead they have their own sauce that looked like McDonalds Big Mac sauce. However it was lacking all flavor. It was edible but nothing to come back for. Doesn't come with fries or any other sides. I never tried their pizza. Maybe I should have. Maybe a place called The Original Pizza Shop should stick to pizza and let the burgers and soup go. Pass.
(2)
Alex H.
These jerks leave a flyer with a bunch of coupons at my door and when i call to place an order they tell me the prices for everything are higher now and they cant honor the coupons.
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Drea W.
I live very close by and LOVE pizza, so I tried this place in June of 2013 and then again in September. Haven't been back more recently so maybe things have improved since then but I thought I'd leave an honest review based on my experience. So the staff was super friendly to me, no complaints there. I think the prices are fair and I thought the decor was fine, not spectacular but nice. I ordered two slices of pizza the first time and boy was I disappointed. The pizza tasted old, reheated, I didn't like the texture of the cheese at all, and I found it all very bland. I did think it was crunchy so that's good, but I think it's because they really reheated it a long time. To be fair, I walked in during the early evening/late afternoon and was the only person in there. It's obvious that they can't cook an entire pizza to give me two slices when the place is empty, but that doesn't excuse the lack of flavor. The second time I went in I had the exact same experience and I won't be back. It's really a shame too because I love Italian food and there isn't anywhere nearby that offers it besides this place. Long story short, nice people but low quality food. Try going in on a Friday or Saturday night when there are more people. Avoid single slices of pizza.
(2)Matty P.
Pizza is yummy! Pasta and meatballs excellant! the delivery was quick and the price is very fair.
(5)L R.
My co-worker and I ordered spaghetti with chicken parmigiana, I was very disappointed when my order came in. The spaghetti was a bit dry and the order brought about 4 small strips of chicken, chicken is suppose to be whole. I was not too happy with the order and if I had to order again Id order just the garlic rolls.
(1)Marilyn H.
Great Tasting Pizza! Loved it!!
(5)Hyojung I.
I love the vegetable pizza in this place. Also, garic bread and chicken wings are so good. This place always gives me intertainment for my mouth and mind. Thank you! Even now I am waiting the pizza. ^^ So exciting...
(4)Raidel M.
The owner actually spoke to me about my last review that I gave him and I have to say I was impressed with the way he chose to.speak to me about the review and the way he acted...he is a gentleman and knows how to speak to his customers....excellent customer service! and honestly his wife can make one hell of a pizza!!!! I like them....and they have great prices!!!!
(5)Rick M.
These guys were kind enough to cater one of the five nights of the Miami Improv Festival of 2015 so I was able to sample several of their pizzas. They were all good, but the Caprese pizza -- and the garlic rolls -- really stood out as amazing. The Caprese pie came with ricotta, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. The garlic rolls were pillows of bliss. A few weeks later, a few of us from the festival decided to walk over to dine in (it's just a couple of blocks East of Just The Funny), and I figured I would try something else besides the namesake pizzas. I went with a chicken parm sandwich and it was huge and tasty. Friendly service and a clean dining room to go along with reasonably priced eats? That works.
(5)Rodrigo D.
Stopped by early afternoon for a bite. Place is small, decent decor. Staff is super friendly and nice! They took a custom calzone order without a problem. The calzone was huge, enough to feed two people, with a large serving of marinara on the side. It was certified delicious! Will definitely stop by again whenever I'm around. Wish they had a better selection of beers, though.
(5)Hernani A.
Crust is good but sauce needs salt... Flavor. The place is small but cozy and very good service... Unfortunately pizza wasn't something to brag about...
(2)Chris E.
The Original Pizza Shop This place is right next door to Alameda Deli. I went there for some more great empanadas but they were closed so I went here. I was on my bike so I couldn't carry a pizza and I wasn't about to sit and eat a whole one. I noticed they had pasta, burgers, soups and hot dogs so I went inside. The place is small. Just a few tables for two and one that seats 4 comfortably. The two employees both spoke english in addition to there spanish. Always a plus for us gringos from somewhere else. I ordered a chicken soup and a burger. Hmmmm Where do I start? They brought the soup first so lets begin with that. I think it was seriously Campbell's Chicken Noodle Soup....seriously. So it was fine but if I wanted that I would've went to Publix. Cost - $3.50 The burger was not real impressive either. Cost - $2.99 I asked for ketchup, mustard, pickles lettuce and cheese. A pretty standard burger order I thought, but I noticed the only thing he wrote down was the lettuce. I let it pass since I was the only customer and assumed he would remember. When the burger arrived it had the pickles, cheese and lettuce, but not no ketchup or mustard. Instead they have their own sauce that looked like McDonalds Big Mac sauce. However it was lacking all flavor. It was edible but nothing to come back for. Doesn't come with fries or any other sides. I never tried their pizza. Maybe I should have. Maybe a place called The Original Pizza Shop should stick to pizza and let the burgers and soup go. Pass.
(2)Alex H.
These jerks leave a flyer with a bunch of coupons at my door and when i call to place an order they tell me the prices for everything are higher now and they cant honor the coupons.
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