Leaning Tower of Pizza - Uptown Ankeny

$ • Pizza, Vegetarian

About Leaning Tower of Pizza - Uptown Ankeny

Leaning Tower of Pizza - Uptown Ankeny is a long-standing traditional pizza place that has been a local favorite for years. The pizza is always perfectly cooked, and the food is consistently excellent. The restaurant has a casual, checkered tablecloth atmosphere, and the staff, though sometimes understaffed, provides great service. The menu features a variety of pizzas, including the popular Leaner, with a thin crust that many customers enjoy. The restaurant has even gone above and beyond for one customer, catering their wedding rehearsal dinner and delivering a special wedding pizza the next day. The ingredients taste fresh, with crisp veggies and robust sauce, making it a winning spot. The atmosphere reminds some visitors of a classic pizzeria from long ago. Overall, Leaning Tower of Pizza is a reliable and beloved pizza spot in the community, offering reasonably priced meals like the Harrington pizza and onion rings. While the selection of drinks is limited to Pepsi products, the quality of the food and friendly service make it a great place to enjoy a meal. Carry out is recommended due to limited seating that fills up fast. Many have enjoyed it for over 25 years and suggest giving it another try if they haven't visited in a while. Customers praise the very tasty appetizers, like bread bites, and the pizzas, including gluten-free options. The homemade sausage and cheeseburger pizza are favorites, with some appreciating the friendly staff and the welcoming environment that feels like a classic pizzeria from long ago.