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Maria’s on Summit

8100 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19128
  • (215) 508-5600
  • Store is closed

Maria’s on Summit Menu

  • Appetizers
  • Soups
  • Big Salads
  • Entrees
  • Charbroiled Burgers
  • Signature Pizza
  • French Fries

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  • Appetizers
  • Soups
  • Big Salads
  • Entrees
  • Charbroiled Burgers
  • Signature Pizza
  • French Fries

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  • Paul D.

    The main reason to frequent this establishment is their pizza. At a little over $12 a pie (plain), you can find cheaper pizzas in Roxborough and Manayunk, but the cheese won't be as good. Their cheese is the key to their pizza. Their other dishes are okay, but nothing to write home about. I've only ever gotten carry-out so I can't objectively comment on their service. I will say that the atmosphere seems nice and they have a wide selection of booze. Particularly, beer. Just wish they'd offer more pizza specials.

    (4)

  • Rich K.

    Very very good food, the risotto is fantastic, small place you sometimes are sat almost too close to the people next to you , but in terms of Italian food the place is very good

    (4)

  • Andrea M.

    Maria's is as warm and accommodating as Maria herself! Just had our little girl's baptism reception at Maria's. We had the whole main dining area to ourselves and two fantastic waitresses to take care of our every need. The buffet was great, we got to choose a fish, a chicken, pasta, bread, salad, veggies and potatoes. My big italian family had nothing but wonderful things to say about the lunch and we were very pleased with the whole experience. Now to come up with another occasion to have a party for!

    (5)

  • Haseeb A.

    I was here on a Friday night for dinner and the atmosphere is really nice. You can choose between a bar or sit-down setting in the dining room. I sat in the dining room and it was quiet. You couldn't really hear much coming from the bar. After placing our order, we got a basket of bread which was delicious. We ordered fried calamari for appetizer which was really good but nothing to rave about. I ordered a prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, and tomato sandwich. It came on the same type of bread that came in the basket. Good sandwich, but nothing special. My girlfriend ordered the chicken parm sandwich which was also good, but nothing special. Both sandwiches came with french fries which were not good at all. The fries seemed like they were store bought frozen fries that they just tossed in the fryer. I would say that this place is a little over priced as well. The service was good and prompt. Overall, a nice little restaurant to change things up from the normal, but nothing to go crazy about.

    (3)

  • Jocelyn B.

    My fiance and I received a gift card to Maria's for Christmas and finally got around to trying it out. A lot of people in the neighborhood have spoke pretty highly of the restaurant. When we got there, we were seated right away but then no one even recognized we were there for a good 10-15 minutes. It was a Friday night so it was a bit busy... a simple "I'll be right with you" from our waitress (who walked past us plenty of times) would have been good though! Once the server greeted us she was very nice. Since we waited so long for a greeting, we had already decided on the menu and ordered right away. After waiting and waiting some more, I over heard another server giving the night's specials.... SEA BASS! An entree in which I love! We couldn't find our waitress (again) and the other server asked if anyone had taken our order, I told him yes but asked if it was too late to change tot he special. They obliged and happily made the change. Our calamari appetizer was so-so. We waited and waited yet again until our entree finally arrived. My fiance ordered crab cakes... a lot of filler, not much crab. My Sea bass was different than I expected... it was a very thin piece of fish and had a VERY salty taste. Not impressed. It IS an Italian restaurant so maybe we just went wrong with our selections... pasta might have been a better choice?? And while the server was friendly and courteous, she certainly didn't score points for timely service or frequent visits to our table. I don't think we will ever go back for a sit-down dinner again, I do think we'll be back to try their pizza... Carry-out!

    (2)

  • Frannie C.

    Tried Maria's a while back and was not happy. But heard some good things recently so I deceided to try again. Went with 2 other friends meet at the small bar where the bartender was none existent although there. not a bit helpful with drinks or food questions, it was like we were bothering him. Also Drinks were a bit pricey for a neighborhood restr. We felt like we were not even wanted there. The bar service was horrible so we did not even stay for dinner. Went down the st to a much more friendly restr.

    (1)

  • Kelly W.

    My husband and I tried Maria's last Saturday and loved it. I had the crab stuffed ravioli and a glass of red wine. My husband had the rack of lamb. My meal was absolutely delicious. For dessert, I had the tiramisu and a cappuccino. We ate everything and felt satisfied but not weighed down (this is my little test for real, good food vs. over-processed chain restaurant food). We loved it and I highly recommend it. The staff was friendly and happy. We will go there again.

    (5)

  • D G.

    i love this place!!! i went to check it out because we are going to have our rehersal dinner there and the dining room is just so pretty. my fiance and I went in on a Thursday night around 7 and from the minute we walked it everyone was so nice! our waitress Lindsey was so sweet and helpful. they have so many beer choices and great wine. the bread is amazing and salad dressing (homemade) was to die for! i ordered the special and my steak was a little over cooked, im very picky :) they took it right back, made me a new one (which was awesome) and took it off the bill! just excellent customer service, clean and a great place to go for a romantic dinner for two or with your family and friends! get the vodka sauce on whatever pasta you get!

    (5)

  • Anna Marie V.

    I have had good and bad experiences here. Sometimes everything goes pretty well and other times it is a mess. I have been happy with the food and that is why I continue to go back there, but I only had one bad dish and they remade it for me and it was delicious. Food seems a little over priced for certain items. I have walked in there and stood at the host stand for a few minutes before anyone greeted us. I was surprised too because there was no one at the bar and the bartender saw us walk in. Service for the most part is decent, but I do tend to be a bit critical because I also work in the industry. Drinks are always perfect (martini's, wine, mixed drinks). The atmosphere is ok. The tables are close together and there doesn't seem to be a decisive walkway when the restaurant is full so you feel like you are in the way. The music is so quiet sometimes that you can barely hear it so I feel like other tables can hear my conversations, because I can hear theirs. I still go there so there is no problem big enough that it has stopped me from coming back. They defiantly need to work their service though.

    (3)

  • Matt S.

    2 times. 2 terrible experiences. First time was at the actual nice "ristorante" and they had a special limited menu for v-day. Would have been nice if they told me that in advance instead of when they put the menu in front of me. Oh and it was $50 per person no matter what. 2nd time was At the pizza shop on roxborough. Had a coupon for an 8$ large pizza carryout with no fine print. I go there and they tell me it's only for a plain and toppings are extra and specialty pizzas aren't included. Would have been nice to know that ahead of time. Got a BBQ chicken pizza. Absolutely horrible. I can eat most things but I took one bite and decided to throw the whole piazza away. Chicken was bad and the sauce tasted like they mixed BBQ sauce right with the pizza sauce. They managed to screw up pizza! Tony A's and Mr P's ftw!

    (1)

  • John S.

    The food at Maria's was great until they converted to a partial pizza takeout place. The menu has since been drastically cut and quality has dropped. It's a shame, too, because certain meals (homemade gnocchi, chicken cutlet) were amazing.

    (3)

  • Batb G.

    Ate dinner here tonight for the 1st time. Had scallops & risotto which was awesome! My date had linguini & clams. Ate every last bite. Clean as a whistle & Great service. Be back soon;)

    (5)

  • Carly S.

    I went to check this place out on a Wednesday with my boyfriend and we were pleasantly surprised with our experience! They have a Wednesday special that can't be beat- all you can eat pasta with muscles (or without), with bruschetta (sooo good), soup, and salad, plus bread and oil for $15! Our server was very personable and attentive and the food was great, especially for the price. The atmosphere was a family-style local place that felt homey and comfortable. Loved our first visit here

    (5)

  • Chyrisse A.

    I have had several meals here & they have been great! Last night was a special seafood menu & wine tasting & it was delicious & Maria makes everyone feel at home'

    (4)

  • Bill R.

    It's always a downer coming in. I hate to say it, but I've been here to get take-out pizza six or seven times since I moved to the area a couple months ago, and every time without fail it ruins my happy mood. This evening I walked in, and the girl at the register looked straight at me saying nothing as I approached. To break the awkward silence I greeted her and immediately proceeded to inform her of my order. It wasn't sufficient to get her to lose that "I just ate a handful of dirt that was peed on by a hormonal wild boar" expression, but it thankfully ended our interaction. At the takeout area, the only employee who's kind of happy is the guy who makes the pizza (and he does an awesome job of it, even when they forget to put in the order, which has happened to me in the past with no acknowledgement from the staff). But as much as the pizza guy wants to be happy, the rest of the staff won't let him - there's simply too much of that "I hate having to work here, it just sucks" vibe exuding from everyone else. So it's gotten to where I compliment the pizza baker profusely for making me a beautiful pizza, (because he does, consistently, and I believe in giving credit where credit is due) and then I walk out the door without a 'thanks, see ya,' or whatever. The past two or three times, I've forced myself to come in because the pizza is so good, but tonight I've finally decided that it's not worth it. I've decided that I'd rather buy a mediocre pizza from happy and appreciative staff somewhere else, than to endure the persistent negative attitude from the staff at Maria's Roxborough. It really is a thermonuclear buzzkill coming here. I don't expect to be fawned over, but come on. Say 'Hi'. Say 'Thanks'. At least act as if you had some sort of upbringing. Oh BTW, the second star is for the beer cooler.

    (2)

  • Phil D.

    Visited: Sunday - January 25, 2015 - 5PM I've enjoyed a couple slices of pizza at Maria's but never dinner - until today. The parking lot is adequate for off hours dining but a bit of a challenge during dinner. I found a spot among the few that remained. Parking on the street is always an option. The interior is dark with modest decor. Choice of booths or table is available. My family chose a table. My son and mom ordered the Lobster Ravioli ($17.00 each dish). I ordered the gnocchi ( $15.00 ) and a side of two meatballs ($3.00 ). Focaccia and salads with dressing accompanied the dinners. The focaccia was light and crispy. The salad and dressing were unremarkable. My mother did NOT like the raviolis but my son enjoyed his and eagerly finished her's. My gnocchis' appeared freshly made but were over cooked and chewy. The gravy ( "sauce" to many ) was full bodied but tasteless. The meatballs were reasonably sized but bland. This was diner food with restaurant prices. Note: I generally avoid dining at restaurants offering italian food because many rarely match the quality of properly prepared Italian food. I prepare Italian food using many family recipes.

    (3)

  • Lori Y.

    This is a cozy, friendly, amazingly secret ace to enjoy a wonderful meal. The ambience is magnificent, the food seems to be prepared for you as an individual and if you get Trish for a waitress, you will never be satisfied with a regular server again. Now, the food, it is unbelievably good. I have been here several times and have NEVER had a bad meal. Please, takes advice and try this wonderful slice of culinary heaven!!!

    (5)

  • Robert J. C.

    Strictly take-out. I like Maria's on Summit. Tonight, they forgot to put my order in but were nice about it and said it would only take 10 minutes - which it did. Its hard to get a flavorful pizza in the Rox/Manayunk area. I'm not sold on any one place, and I tend to switch it up between Roma's and Pinas (kinda far), but for your standard plain with extra cheese it is a good choice. The chicken fingers are breaded home made, so its mostly chicken and not breading (big plus). It is a little on the pricy side for what you get, the portions aren't huge or anything. But the food is good and so is the quality, and that speaks louder imo. After all, who would want a large quantity of bland food anyway ?? (drunk Chinese food doesn't count)

    (5)

  • Alice R.

    Love Maria's. The food is always delicious. It is our go to place.

    (5)

  • Rick S.

    OK so this is an update to my previous review. I had a really bad experience before but wanted to give Marias another shot. Everyone deserves a second chance, even a place of business. My girlfriend and I were hungry and wanted to try somewhere different. I was hesitant to recommend Marias based on my previous experience but I did it anyway. We ordered a shrimp scampi pizza, fries and chicken fingers (I know not that healthy). Anyway, I was floored. The pizza was delcicous, the fries were tasty and the chicken fingers were HOMEMADE, moist and just awesome. I was extremely happy I gave them a second chance and will most certainly be back. (On a side note -we've ordered 3 times since then and have loved everything we have ordered.) That was 4 times in a span of 2 weeks. Either we have problems or the food is that good, and I'll be the first to say it's definitely the food. This is my new go to italian/pizza take-out place and I'm glad I gave them another chance.

    (5)

  • Nan L.

    First the eat in. It's not what it used to be (pre take out counter), but it's still pretty darn good. Always, always ask for the specials! They are usually the freshest and tastiest thing on the menu--especially the risotto and fresh pasta dishes. The gnocchi are always good, but definitely ask for bolognese sauce; otherwise they are served with a mediocre tomato gravy. The tortellini and peas is always reliable; the Alfredo sauce is excellent. Re apps, skip the calamari--just not good anymore. Eggplant involtini, roman artichokes, bruschetta---all excellent. Usually the fish specials are very, very good. Service can be spotty, but ask for Trish if things aren't going well--and then they will be going very well. Limoncello is a fabulous dessert, and usually there is a fresh made cake or pie to die for; cappuccino is excellent. The carry out is great --for pizza. The crust is outstanding, cheese is top grade mozzarella, and toppings are fresh and plentiful. Our favorite is mushroom, with an order of meatballs on the side that we cut on top. if you can--pick your pie up, as the wait to delivery definitely diminished the pie. (We had delivery one time--the crisp, delicious crust was soft after steaming in a bag.) I'm Italian, I'm picky, and I always get a good meal at Maria's-- you will too!

    (4)

  • Fred C.

    This neighborhood restaurant is a gem. The ambiance is very pleasant . . . polished wood floors and whitewashed stucco walls adorned with brightly colored paintings . . . and the food is outstanding. My companion and I ordered a bottle of Chianti and shared an antipasto which turned out to be large enough for four, with generous slices of several cheeses, prosciutto, salami, artichokes, pimento and seedless olives. We couldn't finish it, but it was difficult to stop, and we left very little. My Eggplant Parmigiano was incredible. While it's difficult for me to recall all the times I've ordered this dish in hundreds of restaurants throughout the U.S. and Italy, I believe that Maria's offering was the best I've ever encountered. My companion ordered one of the fish specials, a Bronzino, sautéed to perfection. Both entrees came with pasta and small salads of crisp lettuce, perfectly sauced with Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing. The servers were competent, efficient and extremely personable. When I told our waitress that we enjoy lingering over our appetizer and wine, she allowed us plenty of time. She also inquired if we would like some time before our entrees, and accommodated us beautifully. After the large antipasto I intended to eat only half of my entree, and, in fact, I cut it in half so that I could take home a neat portion. Unfortunately, my self-discipline failed me, and, I found my self repeatedly taking "just one more little slice." As I consumed the last delectable morsel, I had to quote the Alka Seltzer Lady's line . . . "I can't believe I ate the whole thing!" Neither of us had room for dessert, but when our waitress presented the tray, just in case, and we spied a luscious looking Strawberry Tiramisu, we thought we would just order one to split and take home. It was superb, and we dispatched it in short order, This was an exceptionally pleasant experience, and, naturally, Maria's now occupies a place at the top of my favorites list. The restaurant has a private parking lot, and there is also more than ample parking on the street.

    (5)

  • Lu M.

    Have eaten here a couple times -always just ok.I recently had an salad which was pretty good fresh with good dressing but I can't understand how Italian restaurant can put crappy tomatoes in their salad.Not red slightly yellow tomatoes don't do it for me!Put some good red ripe vine tomatoes in a salad!I use better tomatoes in my homemade salads!I went back again with the hopes it would be better Had fried calamari it was rubber.Had a pasta special that was nothing special at all I could of made it at home for half the price.24 bucks for pasta with sausage really ugh !overpriced for average Italian food!

    (3)

  • Stephen S.

    My wife I had been coming here since the restaurant was new. At first the owner was very friendly to us, but after we had visited a number of times, on our last visit she sat there and glared at us during the entire meal with a sour puss on her face the entire time we were eating. That was IT for us. The food was never that great, anyway, but after that last visit we had had enough. I do not know whether her attitude was because the restaurant was starting to become a little busier, and she resented having someone in a wheelchair in her restaurant.

    (1)

  • Maura C.

    I have been to Maria's twice and I expect to be there more often as I can walk there from my house. Some menu items I have had are on point and others not exactly exciting: -Gnocchi: the most fluffy, cheesy, potato goodness I have had in a decade. Hands down. -Calamari: Would not order this or recommend it. Very bland. Marinara was weak sauce (pun intended). -Margherita Pizza: In the words of my husband "Garlicy and cheesy - this is the best kind of pizza!" Very delicious. Highly recommended. They do offer gluten free crust but were out of it last night when I went. Can't wait to order that next time as I do like Gluten Free options. -Banana Cream Pie: Exquisite. Best I've ever had. The chocolate crust was perfect! So really I've only had one bad item on the menu. We have always been able to get a seat, the service is timely, and they usually have the Phillies or some other Philadelphia sports team on. Overall two thumbs up!

    (4)

  • Hassan S.

    Not sure why everyone doesn't give this place 5 stars. I eat here probably once a week (at least). And every single dish I've had from here is consistently great. Sometimes it's amazing. Sometimes just great. But you can't go wrong. 5 stars for sure! Don't waste your time trying other Italian restaurants (like the one down the street) cause the food doesn't even compare!

    (5)

  • Kathryn S.

    I've been here three times, and the food is great. All three mini-pizzas that I've tried have been really tasty. The calamari and salads are great too! The people are very nice and friendly, and the wine prices are much less than center city ($6 for the house). The bar area has several TV's, and they take credit cards, I will definitely be coming back!

    (4)

  • Helen B.

    I live on the same block as Maria's, and we moved here about 2 years ago. We've been to Maria's a lot and the wait was always long, but the food was good and it was super convenient. About a year ago or so, they started serving pizza, and I wasn't even disappointed when they switched from "semi-fine" to "casual" dining, but there's been a steady decline ever since. Out of the last 5 or 6 times we've ordered takeout, something has been wrong ever time. Twice, they didn't even make our food. We ate there for all you can eat pasta night once and we were literally there for 2 hours. The waitress had no idea what pastas were included, and she didn't ask - and there were only three other tables. It was just terrible, terrible service. We were overcharged on top of it. Anyway, tonight was definitely the last straw. We ordered a pizza with extra sauce and I asked for green peppers - I asked the woman on the phone if she could chop them, and she asked the chef, so we were hopeful - and chicken fingers with bbq sauce. Well, my husband picked up the food and lo and behold, my french fries were soggy, my bbq sauce was actually honey mustard, and his pizza was disgusting - oh, and THERE WERE NO PEPPERS! It's ridiculous. See ya, Marias. Never again.

    (1)

  • Michael W.

    Very Philadelphian place, Maria's, by which I mean they are friendly but not perfect! A good spirit and the desire to please can go a long way. Had a nice dinner here Thursday night, just pizza and salad. The Cobb salad was still chilled, which was not the way most diners, including this one, want to have it. But the pizzas were delicious and the "individual" size was too big for either of us to finish. We got a second dinner out of them the next night. I was pleased by the usual Maria's standards; linen on the tables and a menu of the best dishes we have had here over the years. Hadn't been here in a year, but looking forward to a return trip soon. Oh, yes, and the house wines are not $10 a glass, either. As we were leaving, I noticed the healthy crowd at the bar. Nice. Live music started in the dining room part way through our dinner, but it was a little too loud for the size of the room, for me. The singer was overly enthusiastic, though he was good. If I had come here as a stranger, first time, I would have given this particular experience three stars. But there is a reservoir of goodwill from our times at Maria's that wouldn't let me focus on a slight miss here or there. What they are good at, they are really good at, has been our experience. Service was very good Thursday night, as it usually is here. That helps, too.

    (4)

  • Nina S.

    Overpriced dinner! This is not an Ocean Front restaurant and it's not in Center City so there is no need to charge $20 for entrees that didn't even taste that great. I ordred the crab cakes and my boyfriend had the Shrimp Diablo- a pasta dish with shrimp in a red sauce. The sauce was not even that flavorful. The crab cakes were better but still nothing special and not worth $20. The creamy red sauce that these were plated in was the best thing that I ate the whole meal but the crab cakes should have been what really stole the show. Go for lunch not dinner. I had lunch here once and it was good enough for me to want to try dinner but never again. Chicken Cheesesteak was very tasty!

    (2)

  • Stephanie Z.

    I am sure it doesn't help that come from an Italian family that has a love for cooking and making "authentic" Italian-American dishes. I admit that my expectations are high but if you have solid flavorful dish then you are good to go with me. My husband's family decided to all meet up for dinner at this restaurant. It has a nice atmosphere and the decor is simple and clean. I ordered the veal parm thinking that I would induldge in a dish that I don't get to have regularly. Themeat was super tough, not tender at all, the sauce was very ordinary and I had a plate filled with spaghetti I didn't even know what to do with. It was just blah. My husband had a creamy primavera dish that was also just okay. We smothered it in grated cheese and that made it a little better. I was not impressed at all. I will not be going back to this restaurant any time soon.

    (2)

  • Stephanie D.

    Used them for a catering order. I got a ton of food that was good quality on short notice for not a lot of money. I fed 10 people for under $100 including delivery and tip. I'll definitely use them in the future for all my catering in that area. I got a full pan of grilled chicken caesar salad, a half pan of pasta fagiole, garlic knots, some tiramisu (get it, its SOOOO GOOD!), and soda for the group. The account that I served told me that this restaurant is really popular with locals and is well-stablished neighborhood spot. I cant see why!

    (4)

  • Kristy L.

    My first time here and the food was great. We came in on a Saturday night with no reservations so we did have a little bit of a wait which was no big deal. My friends and I really enjoyed our food and will definitely be back again.

    (4)

  • C S.

    I had my daugher's confirmation dinner at Maria's. Wonderful menu selection with fair prices, great service also. We had lobster risotto, mussels in white sauce, stuffed portobello mushroom, NY strip steak, escarole soup, chicken cutlet sandwich, grilled chicken salad. This place is a gem, can't go wrong with the private parking. We enjoyed celebrating my daughter's special day at Maria's. Thank you for making it memorable.

    (5)

  • Brooke B.

    I always get takeout from Maria's and I think it's great. Price wise I'm very happy. I usually get their homemade gnocchi with bread and a salad for about $10 take out. I recommend the gnocchi, the portion is great and I usually have leftovers for the next day. That being said I also had the lobster Raviolli and its very filling but it looks like not a lot.

    (4)

  • Kelly C.

    I have stopped into Maria's twice now, and both times I was disappointed. I actually can't comment on the food because I never stayed long enough to eat. The staff and bar service have just been unfriendly. I didn't want to spend my money at an establishment where no one would even crack a smile. I know people sometimes have bad days, but this was the case on BOTH of my visits. My last visit Isaac and I pulled into a desolate parking lot, granted it was only turning 5pm, so maybe we were early. When when we pulled up the server was outside smoking - an immediate turn off for me. I loath cigarette smoke. We went inside to have a drink at the bar before we ate. The bartender was lacking personality, so in his usual style Isaac tried to lighten him up by cracking a joke or two...there was no response. Isaac and I looked at each other, and knew it was time to go. For me the whole experience was rather depressing. I might give Maria's one last try, but honestly, it will be hard for me to forget my not - so - hot previous experiences.

    (2)

  • Bizz M.

    I went the other night with my wife and cousin. We were a little early for our reservation so we sat at the bar and had a drink. The bartender started some small talk and she was very nice. Once we sat for dinner the service was prompt, the food was good and I enjoyed myself. great review i know but i'm not really in the mood to type right now.

    (4)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:00 am - 9:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : Yes
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : Yes

Categories

Italian Cuisine

The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.

Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.

If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.

Pizza

Pizza is a famous Italian dish savored around the world. The entire credit for the popularity of Pizza in the United States goes to the chain of pizzerias all over the country. While the base and the texture of Pizza remains same across the globe, it's the toppings that differs from country to country. In the United States, you will find the top pizzerias serving pizzas with the toppings of mainly beef, bacon, chicken, ham, and sausage for the non-vegetarians. Other than these famous meat options, Pizzas with veg toppings such as mushrooms, pepperonis, garlic, tomatoes, spinach, etc. are also famous in most restaurants in the United States.

Irrespective of your locality, you will find a variety of different restaurants in your cities offering pizzas of all different types. Pizza is hot favorite among people of all ages in the United States. A large size pizza is enough to feed a family of 3 or 4 at large. Pizza is also the most preferred food whenever a group of friends is hanging out together. Pizza gained popularity in the United States after the American soldiers stationed in Italy returned from World War II.

Over the years, different pizzerias in the United States have developed their own respective regional variations. Pizza gained popularity as the iconic dish in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. Whether you prefer thin or thick crust pizza, you can find a pizza of your preference at the best pizza restaurants in your city.

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