Picasso’s
5266 Williamsburg Way, Fitchburg, WI, 53719
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Address :
5266 Williamsburg Way
Fitchburg, WI, 53719 - Phone (608) 271-8440
- Website https://www.picassosonline.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :4:00 pm - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
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.
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.
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Tim T.
Host various events at our home, and really struggled to find great caterers here in Madison. We used Picassos last night and it was the best experience we've ever had with a caterer. Chad, the owner, stayed and prepared the food the entire night. Things were fresh, and I heard amazing comments from the guests about the food. Chad arrived early for set up, helped throw away garbage and recycling during the event, and sort of disappeared quietly after everyone was done eating dessert. He was a true professional. Would highly recommend Picassos to anyone hosting an event,
(5)Daniel K.
We like it. An easy pick up after work. people are friendly. Ranch dressing on the Picasso salad is great. We like the spaghetti and meatballs.
(4)Kristin G.
Don't let the location fool you this place has outstanding food. I have been there several times and have never been disappointed.
(5)Nancy W.
After having excellent pizza delivered, we decided to branch out and actually dine in...big mistake. My husband ordered soup and was asked if he wanted crackers with it. He said sure and the response was "we don't usually serve them, but I will see if I can find some in the basement." Wow not very appetizing to hear the crackers are in the basement and even worse, they tasted like they were 20 years old. All food was lukewarm, service was awful, had to remind our server of different things we ordered and did not receive. Spotted Cow on tap was flat and tasted old also. We will stick to the pizza delivery from now on and skip the rest of the menu.
(2)Jazz M.
I placed and order an hour and a half ago after being told I'd receive my delivery in 45 min. After I called to inquire the status of my order the dude said his delivery guy didn't show and my food left 8 min ago. It'd been nice to have a courtesy call. It's equivalent to sitting in the restaurant awaiting food to come out. Customers shouldn't be ignored. Sad to say I don't recommend their delivery method.
(1)Bridget A.
I'm always looking to try new restaurants and was in the mood for pizza and came across Picasso's. My boyfriend and I loved it!! We each got a 10" pizza. I got a create your own with tomato sauce and my bf got the bbq chicken. Both were excellent!! I can't believe I didn't know about this place sooner. We dined in but they do have delivery as well. The manager stopped by our table and asked us how everything was-he was very nice & appreciative of our business. It's got a more ma & pa feel to it, rather than a typical franchise restaurant such as Pizza Hut, Rocky's, domino's, Caesars, etc. It's thin crust style and there are tons of ingredients to choose from, including Gouda cheese I definitely recommend trying Picasso's, you won't be disappointed!
(5)Thomas T.
Their pizza is pretty fantastic. We used to live down the road and got it more often than we do now. I really like the ratio of sauce to cheese (very dense and cheesey). Their italian sausage is excellent. Call ahead and carry it out - or eat in, either way, it's an excellent meal that will satisfy!
(5)Charles M.
I have ordered from Picasso's three times and eaten in there once. They make consistently great pizza, and accurately represent delivery times when I place orders for delivery. The Roman Ruler pizza is a favorite of mine, however the cajun cream sauce on the Cajun Comfort didn't really do much for me the one time I ordered it. If you're looking for an excellent family-owned business instead of a chain, start with this one. You won't be disappointed.
(4)Dave J.
I have visited this restaurant 3 times in the past few months and have been impressed. From the outside one can be let not to expect much but give this place a chance. I have had pizza, pasta and a sandwich and enjoyed them all. All items I ordered were really good and the service was friendly. We'll be back again
(4)Kelsey P.
Solid 3 stars for Picasso's. I walked in with a friend about 6 on a Saturday night and the place was already pretty full. We asked to be seated and got kind of an annoyed response from the host -but they put us at a table right by the door. At first we thought it was tolerable, but with the revolving front door with a zillion people picking up their take out pizza, we were freezing in minutes. When we asked to be seated somewhere away from the door, we got another look of frustration but they moved us. Our waiter honestly seemed slightly intoxicated. He was flustered and didn't really seem to be all that prepared to be waiting tables. However, overall I thought he gave us pretty decent service. Our food took ages to come out and he came back a few times to apologize for the wait and ask if we wanted another glass of wine. At the end of the meal, he took a dollar off our drinks for the wait which was very nice. The food overall was meh - not bad but nothing memorable. I had the garlic chicken pizza and my friend had the mac & cheese pizza. Both were average. Couldn't say I would return.
(3)Amanda N.
Horrible service, waited over an hour for our one pizza. The cook was wandering through the dining area covered in flour. The waitress told me that they were "out" of cheese. Pretty sure I was waiting for someone to go to the grocery store. ..I overheard two waitresses talking about how they were pissed because the "cook" was DRUNK. WONT GO BACK FOR AWHILE BUT WILL TRY AGAIN ANOTHER TIME.
(1)Brian K.
Our pursuit of truly unforgettable Friday Fish Fry cuisine continues and this time from the comfort of our very own couch. The weather was typical March terrible madness yesterday and so we decided to stay in. I had read a great article that gave props to the fish at Picasso's Pizza, not far from our abode so needless to say, they were on our must try Friday Fish Fry list. When I called to place our order I was pleasantly surprised to learn that they delivered and I was able to continue to enjoy my Cabin Fever honey bock from New Glarus on the comfort of my couch. I was told our order would be about 45 minutes and I'm pleased to say it arrived much earlier than that. I ordered the battered walleye with fries and garlic bread. My fiancee ordered the battered perch with baked potato. When I opened the perch I was quite surprised to find only three fairly small pieces. The menu says a half-pound of perch and I'm not sure where the rest went but our order seemed rather skinny. I placed both orders in the toaster oven for 5 minutes at 400 each to bring them back to life as they both looked a little cool and lifeless. After a little warm-up, they were fabulous! The batter was just right. Often batters can be bland, this was very tasteful and the fish was fresh and succulent. The perch got rave reviews as well. The fries were pretty forgettable and if I could change anything it would be better fries. The delivery was prompt, the food was delicious and I'm glad to say this will remain on our Friday Fish Fry list as I can't wait to try it again!
(4)John P.
One was the lowest I could give , after ordering carryout 2 times with short waits but no pressure I ordered on my way to work one night. Their pizza is good but waiting 20 minutes for a carryout on my way to work after calling 40 minutes ahead is not acceptable! Nevermore!
(1)John G.
Great pizza, reliable food, decent service (always friendly). This is one of those locally owned places that you find yourself asking "Why don't I eat here more often?" If it has been a while for you, you should head back to Picasso's. I still think it's the best pizza in town. Thin cracker style crust, cut in squares, with generous portions. You won't lose weight eating here, but it makes for a nice, happy night out. Their lasagna is outstanding, but it's very rich. Their specials are always unique and reliable. I really do like this place. Full bar and several beers on tap.
(5)Katie E.
Excellent service! Very good deep dish pizza and the fish fry smelled delicious. Good atmosphere and reasonably priced. Our waitress timed everything perfectly.
(5)Blaize N.
Exactly what you would expect from the outside, unfortunately. And don't get parthenon pizza under any circumstances.
(1)Eric S.
Though it may not look like a lot from the outside, Picassos makes some of the best thin crust pizza in Madison. Living in Fitchburg it is a great alternative to chain pizza like pizza hut or dominoes, and ingredients and flavors that are more fresh and unique than other local favorites such as glass nickel or roman candle pizza. I highly suggest the roman ruler if you are into the supreme sort. The only problem some may have with Picassos is the price, which is probably double what you pay at pizza hut, but you get what you pay for. They run coupons in many of the local monthly coupon books that we receive in the mail, so we usually can get a large for the price of a medium, or a second half off to offset the cost. Overall it's one of my top 3 pizza places in town and they offer a full dine in Italian menu and wine/beer offerings which I have always wanted to try.
(4)Timothy S.
From the outside the restaurant looks like a hole in the wall pizza joint. I was surprised by some of the good reviews on Yelp that said this place had really good food so I finally got over there to check it out. When I walked in the door I was really surprised. Inside it opens up into a nice space with a bar and a fair amount of places to eat. Then they have a large patio area with another bar and that leads to an even larger space with a fire pit. I love places like this that you would never guess what's behind this door and voila, a whole new world. To be safe I ordered a basic Pizza called Roman Rule. They had a good amount of other variety pizzas and other dishes and they also let you create your own pizza if you so wish. Our "16 inch" came to 23 dollars and yes, that is the pizza I am talking about. We were not disappointed. When it came we were filled up with yummy goodness. I have looked for a long time for a pizza place that makes pizza like I used to eat as a kid in my home town and this is the closest I have found to that and it was delicious. Great flavors, perfectly cooked, delicious cheese, perfectly sliced and tasty tomatoes. Super good. Oh, and most importantly, the crust was perfect, crispy, tasty, just like I like. We will be back to try some of their other pizzas soon and also to tip back a few beers in their hidden little world out back.
(4)G V.
Came out to visit my significant other and arrived in the evening, so I was hungry. He had previously ordered from this pizza place and seemed to like it, so I went with it. It was a good idea. We ordered a calzone with fresh tomatoes and garlic for him, and an italian salad and a veggie sandwich for me for delivery. I was too busy eating my food to sample his, but from the looks of it, the food was thoroughly enjoyed. The salad was HUGE. (I'm still working on it). It's definitely not a puny side salad and not a large salad with wilted lettuce like I've seen some salads as main entrees seen as. Had lots of lettuce topped with banana peppers, salami, green bell peppers, black olives, tomato slices, and mozzarella cheese on top. There was a choice of dressing which I chose the Italian Ranch dressing. The veggie sandwich was omg yum! The basil pesto aioli came on the side, which I was happy with (I like dipping my food into sauces). Quite frankly though, the sandwich is great by itself. I had completely forgotten about the aioli (probably because I thought it was a spread on the sandwich). I will mention that when I called, I didnt realize that it was already 915 pm. They close at 9pm. When I called, they hesitated and said they close at 9 and I was ready to apologize and end the call when they told me to hold on and that they would speak with manager. A minute later they got back on and took my order. Delivery was prompt and the delivery man was friendly, although probably exhausted. Thanks, Picasso's PIzza for letting us order even though it was past closing!
(4)Rebecca S.
I was all set to love Picasso's - that little hole in the wall that nobody bothers to try, according to the five-star reviews. Unfortunately, I found the one-stars a little closer to reality. So yeah, the location. Definitely not ideal, but not so bad, really. Their neighbor is a liquor store, not a crack house. The ambience is actually pretty nice for the kind of restaurant it turned out to be. At a family-friedly pizza place I'd expect red & white checked vinyl table cloths, you know? Picasso's has muted colors, actual artwork on the walls, and a dimly lit bar. But then there's the food, which I will sum up in three words: Too Much Cheese. OK, the appetizer was our fault - we ordered the cheese bread. But the salad? Approximately 1/3 shredded cheese. And the lasagna? Approximately 1/2 melted cheese. The spaghetti & meatballs? Also covered in cheese. But cheese is good, right? This is Wisconsin! Well, some cheese is good and some cheese turns to rubber upon chewing. I'm not sure what makes cheese do that, but I know I don't like it. OK, let's say you love cheese and wouldn't be the least bit put off by the excesses. You might have liked the lasagna - aside from the cheese it was your basic lasagna with noodles, meat and tomato sauce. The presentation was a little weird with a small square in the middle of a large plate, the rest of the plate filled in with sauce and cheese. On the other hand, I really can't say anything good about the meatballs that came with the spaghetti. They smelled like dog food and tasted a little better. Dry, overcooked, barely flavored, hard. Yuck. And a word of warning: if you don't like the music playing on the patio, make sure you get a table on the left side. On the right side you will hear the music at all times, and you will REALLY hear it every time the patio door opens.
(2)Stella Z.
Super tasty and friendly service! If you're looking for some good food off the beaten path, stop in here- you won't regret it!
(5)Sharyn M.
Hard for me to believe that this so called pizza gets any positive reviews. My son and I ordered a large pizza, for delivery, and it was sincerely the worst pizza we have ever tasted,with no exaggeration, this was the only time ever I had disposed of an entire pizza after one bite. No flavor and a more than bland flour water crust. it was truly embarrassing. We threw away 26 dollars worth of horribleness, and never heard back from them with our dismal opinion. They offered no refund or compromise. The delivery man was extremely unfriendly with no pizza warmer and couldn't wait to run away with his 5 dollar tip, as if he knew how bad it was. I never recommend this place. Picassos is the worst in madison by far. Don't even try it. Way better options for your money.
(1)Colin D.
Picasso's is a really good restaurant that likely is not as popular as it could be a) because of its location and b) because of the name. It is located in a dirty little strip mall off Verona Road next to a liquor store. The sign makes it look like a crappy carryout pizza place, when in reality the menu is quite extensive and pizza is only the start. The last time I was there I had a ravioli dish with fresh asparagus that was fantastic. Very impressive beer selection. Make an effort to go in the summer, as there is seating outdoors that makes you feel like you're out in your own backyard. This place could definitely be more popular but I think part of the appeal is that it is a little hidden jewel.
(5)Angel S.
The food here is always tasty, and they have great appetizers. The staff is friendly as well. I have always enjoyed eating here.
(5)Carly S.
I like this place. It's never busy, the food is usually great, and the staff is friendly. In love with the mushroom strudel appetizer ... mmmm.
(4)BD K.
Picasso's Pizza is my favorite pizza joint in the Madison area by virtue of their consistency and continuous quality. There are plenty of places to get a great pizza in Madison and the surrounding area, but I find myself coming back to Picasso's time and time again. A good part of this is the location. Picasso's is located in an small strip mall off of Verona Road in Fitchburg. Not exactly a chic location, but it happens to fall about halfway between my place and my best friends' in Fitchburg. Another friend lives within walking distance. It's the kind of place where we can all meet up, have a couple of pitchers of their excellent taps and enjoy a few of their signature pizzas. There is even a nice seating area in the lawn out back during the summer months. The atmosphere is always laid back and friendly. The staff seem to always be happy to see you and are quick and efficient. The pizzas: I personally have tried about half of the specialty pizzas and I have not come across one that I did not like. What really sets the pizzas apart is the crispy thin crust, fresh toppings and the interesting combinations. The crust can be too thin for some people, especially on the center pieces (square cut) which can be nearly impossible to eat by hand. This doesn't bother me since I like mine in this style. My personal favorites are the Venetian (spinach, artichoke, olives), Gorgonzola Ribeye (steak, onions, mushrooms & gorgonzola), Treehugger (veggie pizza with marinara) and Cajun Comfort (chicken and andouille sausage with spicy cream sauce). I have also gotten the Chicago stuffed pizza here, which was a treat. Not quite Giordano's, but certainly the best I've had in Madison. It took upwards of an hour, but my parents and I enjoyed a nice bottle of wine while we waited. Picasso's does dine in, carry out or delivery. There have been a few times we've done delivery and not received anything for over an hour. To be fair these have been on busy weekend nights and the pizza still came hot, but because of this we do delivery only on weeknights. There is a whole lot of other items on the menu, much more than I have ever tried. It seems that every time I come here I eye the pasta entrees but come back to the pizza. One time I'll get adventuresome but I've only ventured off the pizza menu a couple of times for sandwiches. My favorite is the Hot Hoagie, which is a toasted italian with a lot of cheese. It's a bit sloppy (like their pizzas) but completely worth it. The appetizers are always delicious. I make it a point to get the garlic cheese bread just about every time, and the fried portabella mushrooms are great. My father and I have also gotten the Cajun mussels - perfectly done, balancing the savory garlic butter with a bit of spice. Lastly, the beer selection at Picasso's is bar none. Even if you just go with the taps there is always an excellent selection of micros both local and national, combined with a great import selection. There is a nice wine list too, but I rarely get past the taps to even consider it. Picasso's is an excellent pizza place that is a lot more than pizza.
(4)Rick S.
We visited here on a Saturday mid-afternoon. Not another soul in the place. We were greeted and sat down, service was prompt. Went to the restroom... "Men's out of order, please use Women's". Hmmmm. Big sheet of black plastic across another part of the restaurant - not very attractive. While we sat waiting for our pizza, there were dozens of flies everywhere around us. Decided to take it to-go. Pizza was decent but the restaurant itself is disappointing.
(2)Dave J.
I have visited this restaurant 3 times in the past few months and have been impressed. From the outside one can be let not to expect much but give this place a chance. I have had pizza, pasta and a sandwich and enjoyed them all. All items I ordered were really good and the service was friendly. We'll be back again
(4)Kelsey P.
Solid 3 stars for Picasso's. I walked in with a friend about 6 on a Saturday night and the place was already pretty full. We asked to be seated and got kind of an annoyed response from the host -but they put us at a table right by the door. At first we thought it was tolerable, but with the revolving front door with a zillion people picking up their take out pizza, we were freezing in minutes. When we asked to be seated somewhere away from the door, we got another look of frustration but they moved us. Our waiter honestly seemed slightly intoxicated. He was flustered and didn't really seem to be all that prepared to be waiting tables. However, overall I thought he gave us pretty decent service. Our food took ages to come out and he came back a few times to apologize for the wait and ask if we wanted another glass of wine. At the end of the meal, he took a dollar off our drinks for the wait which was very nice. The food overall was meh - not bad but nothing memorable. I had the garlic chicken pizza and my friend had the mac & cheese pizza. Both were average. Couldn't say I would return.
(3)Amanda N.
Horrible service, waited over an hour for our one pizza. The cook was wandering through the dining area covered in flour. The waitress told me that they were "out" of cheese. Pretty sure I was waiting for someone to go to the grocery store. ..I overheard two waitresses talking about how they were pissed because the "cook" was DRUNK. WONT GO BACK FOR AWHILE BUT WILL TRY AGAIN ANOTHER TIME.
(1)Nancy W.
After having excellent pizza delivered, we decided to branch out and actually dine in...big mistake. My husband ordered soup and was asked if he wanted crackers with it. He said sure and the response was "we don't usually serve them, but I will see if I can find some in the basement." Wow not very appetizing to hear the crackers are in the basement and even worse, they tasted like they were 20 years old. All food was lukewarm, service was awful, had to remind our server of different things we ordered and did not receive. Spotted Cow on tap was flat and tasted old also. We will stick to the pizza delivery from now on and skip the rest of the menu.
(2)Jazz M.
I placed and order an hour and a half ago after being told I'd receive my delivery in 45 min. After I called to inquire the status of my order the dude said his delivery guy didn't show and my food left 8 min ago. It'd been nice to have a courtesy call. It's equivalent to sitting in the restaurant awaiting food to come out. Customers shouldn't be ignored. Sad to say I don't recommend their delivery method.
(1)Tim T.
Host various events at our home, and really struggled to find great caterers here in Madison. We used Picassos last night and it was the best experience we've ever had with a caterer. Chad, the owner, stayed and prepared the food the entire night. Things were fresh, and I heard amazing comments from the guests about the food. Chad arrived early for set up, helped throw away garbage and recycling during the event, and sort of disappeared quietly after everyone was done eating dessert. He was a true professional. Would highly recommend Picassos to anyone hosting an event,
(5)Daniel K.
We like it. An easy pick up after work. people are friendly. Ranch dressing on the Picasso salad is great. We like the spaghetti and meatballs.
(4)Kristin G.
Don't let the location fool you this place has outstanding food. I have been there several times and have never been disappointed.
(5)Bridget A.
I'm always looking to try new restaurants and was in the mood for pizza and came across Picasso's. My boyfriend and I loved it!! We each got a 10" pizza. I got a create your own with tomato sauce and my bf got the bbq chicken. Both were excellent!! I can't believe I didn't know about this place sooner. We dined in but they do have delivery as well. The manager stopped by our table and asked us how everything was-he was very nice & appreciative of our business. It's got a more ma & pa feel to it, rather than a typical franchise restaurant such as Pizza Hut, Rocky's, domino's, Caesars, etc. It's thin crust style and there are tons of ingredients to choose from, including Gouda cheese I definitely recommend trying Picasso's, you won't be disappointed!
(5)Thomas T.
Their pizza is pretty fantastic. We used to live down the road and got it more often than we do now. I really like the ratio of sauce to cheese (very dense and cheesey). Their italian sausage is excellent. Call ahead and carry it out - or eat in, either way, it's an excellent meal that will satisfy!
(5)Charles M.
I have ordered from Picasso's three times and eaten in there once. They make consistently great pizza, and accurately represent delivery times when I place orders for delivery. The Roman Ruler pizza is a favorite of mine, however the cajun cream sauce on the Cajun Comfort didn't really do much for me the one time I ordered it. If you're looking for an excellent family-owned business instead of a chain, start with this one. You won't be disappointed.
(4)Brian K.
Our pursuit of truly unforgettable Friday Fish Fry cuisine continues and this time from the comfort of our very own couch. The weather was typical March terrible madness yesterday and so we decided to stay in. I had read a great article that gave props to the fish at Picasso's Pizza, not far from our abode so needless to say, they were on our must try Friday Fish Fry list. When I called to place our order I was pleasantly surprised to learn that they delivered and I was able to continue to enjoy my Cabin Fever honey bock from New Glarus on the comfort of my couch. I was told our order would be about 45 minutes and I'm pleased to say it arrived much earlier than that. I ordered the battered walleye with fries and garlic bread. My fiancee ordered the battered perch with baked potato. When I opened the perch I was quite surprised to find only three fairly small pieces. The menu says a half-pound of perch and I'm not sure where the rest went but our order seemed rather skinny. I placed both orders in the toaster oven for 5 minutes at 400 each to bring them back to life as they both looked a little cool and lifeless. After a little warm-up, they were fabulous! The batter was just right. Often batters can be bland, this was very tasteful and the fish was fresh and succulent. The perch got rave reviews as well. The fries were pretty forgettable and if I could change anything it would be better fries. The delivery was prompt, the food was delicious and I'm glad to say this will remain on our Friday Fish Fry list as I can't wait to try it again!
(4)John P.
One was the lowest I could give , after ordering carryout 2 times with short waits but no pressure I ordered on my way to work one night. Their pizza is good but waiting 20 minutes for a carryout on my way to work after calling 40 minutes ahead is not acceptable! Nevermore!
(1)John G.
Great pizza, reliable food, decent service (always friendly). This is one of those locally owned places that you find yourself asking "Why don't I eat here more often?" If it has been a while for you, you should head back to Picasso's. I still think it's the best pizza in town. Thin cracker style crust, cut in squares, with generous portions. You won't lose weight eating here, but it makes for a nice, happy night out. Their lasagna is outstanding, but it's very rich. Their specials are always unique and reliable. I really do like this place. Full bar and several beers on tap.
(5)Katie E.
Excellent service! Very good deep dish pizza and the fish fry smelled delicious. Good atmosphere and reasonably priced. Our waitress timed everything perfectly.
(5)Blaize N.
Exactly what you would expect from the outside, unfortunately. And don't get parthenon pizza under any circumstances.
(1)Eric S.
Though it may not look like a lot from the outside, Picassos makes some of the best thin crust pizza in Madison. Living in Fitchburg it is a great alternative to chain pizza like pizza hut or dominoes, and ingredients and flavors that are more fresh and unique than other local favorites such as glass nickel or roman candle pizza. I highly suggest the roman ruler if you are into the supreme sort. The only problem some may have with Picassos is the price, which is probably double what you pay at pizza hut, but you get what you pay for. They run coupons in many of the local monthly coupon books that we receive in the mail, so we usually can get a large for the price of a medium, or a second half off to offset the cost. Overall it's one of my top 3 pizza places in town and they offer a full dine in Italian menu and wine/beer offerings which I have always wanted to try.
(4)Timothy S.
From the outside the restaurant looks like a hole in the wall pizza joint. I was surprised by some of the good reviews on Yelp that said this place had really good food so I finally got over there to check it out. When I walked in the door I was really surprised. Inside it opens up into a nice space with a bar and a fair amount of places to eat. Then they have a large patio area with another bar and that leads to an even larger space with a fire pit. I love places like this that you would never guess what's behind this door and voila, a whole new world. To be safe I ordered a basic Pizza called Roman Rule. They had a good amount of other variety pizzas and other dishes and they also let you create your own pizza if you so wish. Our "16 inch" came to 23 dollars and yes, that is the pizza I am talking about. We were not disappointed. When it came we were filled up with yummy goodness. I have looked for a long time for a pizza place that makes pizza like I used to eat as a kid in my home town and this is the closest I have found to that and it was delicious. Great flavors, perfectly cooked, delicious cheese, perfectly sliced and tasty tomatoes. Super good. Oh, and most importantly, the crust was perfect, crispy, tasty, just like I like. We will be back to try some of their other pizzas soon and also to tip back a few beers in their hidden little world out back.
(4)Angel S.
The food here is always tasty, and they have great appetizers. The staff is friendly as well. I have always enjoyed eating here.
(5)Carly S.
I like this place. It's never busy, the food is usually great, and the staff is friendly. In love with the mushroom strudel appetizer ... mmmm.
(4)G V.
Came out to visit my significant other and arrived in the evening, so I was hungry. He had previously ordered from this pizza place and seemed to like it, so I went with it. It was a good idea. We ordered a calzone with fresh tomatoes and garlic for him, and an italian salad and a veggie sandwich for me for delivery. I was too busy eating my food to sample his, but from the looks of it, the food was thoroughly enjoyed. The salad was HUGE. (I'm still working on it). It's definitely not a puny side salad and not a large salad with wilted lettuce like I've seen some salads as main entrees seen as. Had lots of lettuce topped with banana peppers, salami, green bell peppers, black olives, tomato slices, and mozzarella cheese on top. There was a choice of dressing which I chose the Italian Ranch dressing. The veggie sandwich was omg yum! The basil pesto aioli came on the side, which I was happy with (I like dipping my food into sauces). Quite frankly though, the sandwich is great by itself. I had completely forgotten about the aioli (probably because I thought it was a spread on the sandwich). I will mention that when I called, I didnt realize that it was already 915 pm. They close at 9pm. When I called, they hesitated and said they close at 9 and I was ready to apologize and end the call when they told me to hold on and that they would speak with manager. A minute later they got back on and took my order. Delivery was prompt and the delivery man was friendly, although probably exhausted. Thanks, Picasso's PIzza for letting us order even though it was past closing!
(4)Rebecca S.
I was all set to love Picasso's - that little hole in the wall that nobody bothers to try, according to the five-star reviews. Unfortunately, I found the one-stars a little closer to reality. So yeah, the location. Definitely not ideal, but not so bad, really. Their neighbor is a liquor store, not a crack house. The ambience is actually pretty nice for the kind of restaurant it turned out to be. At a family-friedly pizza place I'd expect red & white checked vinyl table cloths, you know? Picasso's has muted colors, actual artwork on the walls, and a dimly lit bar. But then there's the food, which I will sum up in three words: Too Much Cheese. OK, the appetizer was our fault - we ordered the cheese bread. But the salad? Approximately 1/3 shredded cheese. And the lasagna? Approximately 1/2 melted cheese. The spaghetti & meatballs? Also covered in cheese. But cheese is good, right? This is Wisconsin! Well, some cheese is good and some cheese turns to rubber upon chewing. I'm not sure what makes cheese do that, but I know I don't like it. OK, let's say you love cheese and wouldn't be the least bit put off by the excesses. You might have liked the lasagna - aside from the cheese it was your basic lasagna with noodles, meat and tomato sauce. The presentation was a little weird with a small square in the middle of a large plate, the rest of the plate filled in with sauce and cheese. On the other hand, I really can't say anything good about the meatballs that came with the spaghetti. They smelled like dog food and tasted a little better. Dry, overcooked, barely flavored, hard. Yuck. And a word of warning: if you don't like the music playing on the patio, make sure you get a table on the left side. On the right side you will hear the music at all times, and you will REALLY hear it every time the patio door opens.
(2)Stella Z.
Super tasty and friendly service! If you're looking for some good food off the beaten path, stop in here- you won't regret it!
(5)Sharyn M.
Hard for me to believe that this so called pizza gets any positive reviews. My son and I ordered a large pizza, for delivery, and it was sincerely the worst pizza we have ever tasted,with no exaggeration, this was the only time ever I had disposed of an entire pizza after one bite. No flavor and a more than bland flour water crust. it was truly embarrassing. We threw away 26 dollars worth of horribleness, and never heard back from them with our dismal opinion. They offered no refund or compromise. The delivery man was extremely unfriendly with no pizza warmer and couldn't wait to run away with his 5 dollar tip, as if he knew how bad it was. I never recommend this place. Picassos is the worst in madison by far. Don't even try it. Way better options for your money.
(1)Colin D.
Picasso's is a really good restaurant that likely is not as popular as it could be a) because of its location and b) because of the name. It is located in a dirty little strip mall off Verona Road next to a liquor store. The sign makes it look like a crappy carryout pizza place, when in reality the menu is quite extensive and pizza is only the start. The last time I was there I had a ravioli dish with fresh asparagus that was fantastic. Very impressive beer selection. Make an effort to go in the summer, as there is seating outdoors that makes you feel like you're out in your own backyard. This place could definitely be more popular but I think part of the appeal is that it is a little hidden jewel.
(5)BD K.
Picasso's Pizza is my favorite pizza joint in the Madison area by virtue of their consistency and continuous quality. There are plenty of places to get a great pizza in Madison and the surrounding area, but I find myself coming back to Picasso's time and time again. A good part of this is the location. Picasso's is located in an small strip mall off of Verona Road in Fitchburg. Not exactly a chic location, but it happens to fall about halfway between my place and my best friends' in Fitchburg. Another friend lives within walking distance. It's the kind of place where we can all meet up, have a couple of pitchers of their excellent taps and enjoy a few of their signature pizzas. There is even a nice seating area in the lawn out back during the summer months. The atmosphere is always laid back and friendly. The staff seem to always be happy to see you and are quick and efficient. The pizzas: I personally have tried about half of the specialty pizzas and I have not come across one that I did not like. What really sets the pizzas apart is the crispy thin crust, fresh toppings and the interesting combinations. The crust can be too thin for some people, especially on the center pieces (square cut) which can be nearly impossible to eat by hand. This doesn't bother me since I like mine in this style. My personal favorites are the Venetian (spinach, artichoke, olives), Gorgonzola Ribeye (steak, onions, mushrooms & gorgonzola), Treehugger (veggie pizza with marinara) and Cajun Comfort (chicken and andouille sausage with spicy cream sauce). I have also gotten the Chicago stuffed pizza here, which was a treat. Not quite Giordano's, but certainly the best I've had in Madison. It took upwards of an hour, but my parents and I enjoyed a nice bottle of wine while we waited. Picasso's does dine in, carry out or delivery. There have been a few times we've done delivery and not received anything for over an hour. To be fair these have been on busy weekend nights and the pizza still came hot, but because of this we do delivery only on weeknights. There is a whole lot of other items on the menu, much more than I have ever tried. It seems that every time I come here I eye the pasta entrees but come back to the pizza. One time I'll get adventuresome but I've only ventured off the pizza menu a couple of times for sandwiches. My favorite is the Hot Hoagie, which is a toasted italian with a lot of cheese. It's a bit sloppy (like their pizzas) but completely worth it. The appetizers are always delicious. I make it a point to get the garlic cheese bread just about every time, and the fried portabella mushrooms are great. My father and I have also gotten the Cajun mussels - perfectly done, balancing the savory garlic butter with a bit of spice. Lastly, the beer selection at Picasso's is bar none. Even if you just go with the taps there is always an excellent selection of micros both local and national, combined with a great import selection. There is a nice wine list too, but I rarely get past the taps to even consider it. Picasso's is an excellent pizza place that is a lot more than pizza.
(4)Rick S.
We visited here on a Saturday mid-afternoon. Not another soul in the place. We were greeted and sat down, service was prompt. Went to the restroom... "Men's out of order, please use Women's". Hmmmm. Big sheet of black plastic across another part of the restaurant - not very attractive. While we sat waiting for our pizza, there were dozens of flies everywhere around us. Decided to take it to-go. Pizza was decent but the restaurant itself is disappointing.
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