Loved it we went on a Sunday night they had some live music sat at the bar The food was excellent it was our first visit about tinder was first class The service was great with other servers serving food really neat oven area where you can sit and watch the kitchen we just moved to Gloucester a year ago and had yet been will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Abby Henderson
Loved this place! The lovliest atmosphere and great fresh made pizza and oysters.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mihir Shah
One of the best pizzas I’ve had - perfectly proportioned crust, sauce, cheese, & toppings. Excellent service & great atmosphere.
Well worth a ~1 hour trip from Boston.
Vegetarian options: Most of the pizzas are vegetarian - many other great options including appetizers, salads, & pasta.
Vegans may find the menu challenging.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza with Olives, Pizza Marinara, Jersey Girl Pizza
Tessa Svoboda
Best pizza youll ever have
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
William Horn
Food is solid, serviceable Italian with a couple of high points. Service left a lot to be desired, items never made it out, water was left empty for the whole meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Anne Clemons
Warning! Avoid sitting at one of the two-top tables against the wall of the bar area. The guests who stand there waiting for a table to open up are directly above your head. You will hear each and every word of their conversation projecting directly down onto you. Extremely distracting and loud. It looked like sitting in front of the open kitchen would be the best spot!
Anyway, after seeing the nod in NYTimes, we went for the pizza. Fungi was fabulous with that touch of lemon, and a pillowy, semi-charred crust. Could’ve used a touch of salt. Wish we would’ve ordered a second pizza as one feeds one hungry person. Yes it does take 45 mins.
Apps: All 3 oyster varietals were extremely fresh and delicious. Beet and peach salad was tasty but needed more pistachios for texture.
Overall a top notch spot for pizza & oysters under one roof. I wouldn’t call it mind-blowing as some reviews suggest, unless it’s your first time eating artisanal wood-fired pizza.
Lastly and unimportantly, there was an un-well woman in the lobby when we first arrived who clearly wasn’t there as a patron. As my partner and I entered she shared some unsolicited observations with us regarding our physical appearances. Very bizarre and most likely an anomaly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Oyster Shells
Gianluca Centola
As I sat down to make this reservation after reading the NYT article mentioning this Gloucester establishment, I was beginning to have high expectations considering I'd have to make the hour drive just to try their pizza, but it was a risk I was willing to take.
Pulling in to park near the restaurant, the first thing visible to us was one of the employees chopping wood in the back for their wood fired oven and a line around the corner before they opened. From there I had the inkling that this place was really legit. When they seated us our waiter was incredibly polite and helpful as he gave us his recommendations for pizzas to try. After viewing the menu it was time to order for our table of 3.
To start, we ordered a dozen oysters (2 of each oyster offered) which came out cold, fresh, and incredibly delicious. The cocktail sauce accompanying the oysters was an excellent way to elevate the oysters as well. Now for pizza: we ordered the margherita, the ricardo, the funghi, and the louis primo. The pizzas themselves are pretty small so three to four is a good amount especially if your looking to try multiple pizzas. The margherita was very good but compared to the other pizzas the most basic. The freshness of the basil and the sauce elevated the margherita but at the end of the day it was the most simple. The louis primo was a step up with the cheese and sausage and a hint to heat with the peppers and onions and another must have. The ricardo similarly was delicious and the soppressata brought the whole pizza together. While all the pizzas thus far were incredible, the funghi pizza was the bell of the ball. The white pizza with mushrooms, cheese, onion, and a hint of lemon was the showstopper of all showstoppers. I appreciated that they didn't just cut up big mushrooms but instead used smaller mushrooms. The hint of lemon added acidity and zest that truly tied this pizza together. If there is one pizza that has to be ordered it is no doubt the funghi pizza.
All in all I think the NYT absolutely nailed this review and frankly it's a shame Massachusetts doesn't have the Michelin Guide because believe me this place deserves more than its flowers, it deserves a star. When you have an italian like my father tell the waiter that this is the best pizza he's had in this country then you know its the real deal. I thought the oyster and pizza combo would be odd but it works so well that now I can't think of pizza without it. The locally sourced produce that they mention on the menu from the local farms adds an additional level of freshness that it hard to beat. I believe that this place might not only have the best pizza in the state but that it's WELL WORTH the drive from wherever you are.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kathrine Rive
We had an incredible meal here. I had a NA cocktail that I've been thinking about for weeks. Started with a bluefin tartare and half a dozen oysters. Finished with a couple of excellent pizzas made right in front of us. Highly highly recommend it! It was so good I didn't remember to take any photos.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kyle Mack
Very good pizza but doesn’t quite live up to the hype. My wife and I drove here from Salem, about 40 minutes, after reading about it in the NYT. No doubt the pizza was very good, but if you are expecting something transcendent you might be slightly disappointed. If I lived in Gloucester or a neighboring town I would be thrilled to come here all the time, but if you are thinking of driving more than 45 minutes, you might be slightly let down.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Josh Brosnan
Pizza is unreal. Loved the drinks and vibe and Krista the bartender is fantastic
It was great to have dinner here tonight to celebrate my dad’s and aunt’s birthdays. My dad owns the building and opened Valentino’s restaurant in the 80’s when I was a child. I have fond memories of that restaurant and it’s nice to have another successful in its place. The oysters are fresh and a good price when you go early and the pizza is delicious. Definitely check them out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 2 Dozens of Oysters, Margherita Pizza Slice
Glenn Berntson
Pizza good. A bit cramped.
Reservations are strongly recommended if you don't want to wait, or you are more than two people.
Pizza is not typical American fare. Come with an open mind. Lots of very flavorful options! Crust is crispy and delicious.
Beer and cocktail selection was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Margherita Pizza Slice, Jersey Girl Pizza, Bruschetta Olive
Neil Henderson
Not open until 5 pm, limited hours, not tried yet
Jonathan Feist
Terrific restaurant! I'm a local and have been here dozens of times, over the years (done a lot of take-out too). This is one of our favorite places in the North Shore, and possibly the one we've been to most often, as it's affordable. Amazing pizza, with such clean flavors. Salads are first rate; they source the best produce from the region. Oysters are super fresh and there are often half-price specials. You can do just pizza, oysters, and a salad and be happy as a clam. But the entrees are other appetizers are always worth venturing out for as well. Everything is creative and thoughtful, and well prepared. Service is solid. Atmosphere is informal and fun, and some tables look out into Main Street, which is sweet and bustling. The clam pizza that just hopped onto the menu is first rate, and I hope it sticks around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marla Samost
Totally professional from the hostess to the bartender who was also our sever. We had a little wait but while we did were accommodated so nicely with menus and fresh water and drinks. Seated as quickly as possible without a reservation and our server/barmaid Sophia was amazing! She was so busy yet attentive and friendly. We ordered a salad, the meatballs and the pizza and all was absolutely delicious, The NYT got it right here and we will be backing for sure.
Loved it we went on a Sunday night they had some live music sat at the bar The food was excellent it was our first visit about tinder was first class The service was great with other servers serving food really neat oven area where you can sit and watch the kitchen we just moved to Gloucester a year ago and had yet been will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved this place! The lovliest atmosphere and great fresh made pizza and oysters.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best pizzas I’ve had - perfectly proportioned crust, sauce, cheese, & toppings. Excellent service & great atmosphere.
Well worth a ~1 hour trip from Boston.
Vegetarian options: Most of the pizzas are vegetarian - many other great options including appetizers, salads, & pasta.
Vegans may find the menu challenging.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza with Olives, Pizza Marinara, Jersey Girl Pizza
Best pizza youll ever have
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is solid, serviceable Italian with a couple of high points. Service left a lot to be desired, items never made it out, water was left empty for the whole meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Warning! Avoid sitting at one of the two-top tables against the wall of the bar area. The guests who stand there waiting for a table to open up are directly above your head. You will hear each and every word of their conversation projecting directly down onto you. Extremely distracting and loud. It looked like sitting in front of the open kitchen would be the best spot!
Anyway, after seeing the nod in NYTimes, we went for the pizza. Fungi was fabulous with that touch of lemon, and a pillowy, semi-charred crust. Could’ve used a touch of salt. Wish we would’ve ordered a second pizza as one feeds one hungry person. Yes it does take 45 mins.
Apps: All 3 oyster varietals were extremely fresh and delicious. Beet and peach salad was tasty but needed more pistachios for texture.
Overall a top notch spot for pizza & oysters under one roof. I wouldn’t call it mind-blowing as some reviews suggest, unless it’s your first time eating artisanal wood-fired pizza.
Lastly and unimportantly, there was an un-well woman in the lobby when we first arrived who clearly wasn’t there as a patron. As my partner and I entered she shared some unsolicited observations with us regarding our physical appearances. Very bizarre and most likely an anomaly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Oyster Shells
As I sat down to make this reservation after reading the NYT article mentioning this Gloucester establishment, I was beginning to have high expectations considering I'd have to make the hour drive just to try their pizza, but it was a risk I was willing to take.
Pulling in to park near the restaurant, the first thing visible to us was one of the employees chopping wood in the back for their wood fired oven and a line around the corner before they opened. From there I had the inkling that this place was really legit. When they seated us our waiter was incredibly polite and helpful as he gave us his recommendations for pizzas to try. After viewing the menu it was time to order for our table of 3.
To start, we ordered a dozen oysters (2 of each oyster offered) which came out cold, fresh, and incredibly delicious. The cocktail sauce accompanying the oysters was an excellent way to elevate the oysters as well. Now for pizza: we ordered the margherita, the ricardo, the funghi, and the louis primo. The pizzas themselves are pretty small so three to four is a good amount especially if your looking to try multiple pizzas. The margherita was very good but compared to the other pizzas the most basic. The freshness of the basil and the sauce elevated the margherita but at the end of the day it was the most simple. The louis primo was a step up with the cheese and sausage and a hint to heat with the peppers and onions and another must have. The ricardo similarly was delicious and the soppressata brought the whole pizza together. While all the pizzas thus far were incredible, the funghi pizza was the bell of the ball. The white pizza with mushrooms, cheese, onion, and a hint of lemon was the showstopper of all showstoppers. I appreciated that they didn't just cut up big mushrooms but instead used smaller mushrooms. The hint of lemon added acidity and zest that truly tied this pizza together. If there is one pizza that has to be ordered it is no doubt the funghi pizza.
All in all I think the NYT absolutely nailed this review and frankly it's a shame Massachusetts doesn't have the Michelin Guide because believe me this place deserves more than its flowers, it deserves a star. When you have an italian like my father tell the waiter that this is the best pizza he's had in this country then you know its the real deal. I thought the oyster and pizza combo would be odd but it works so well that now I can't think of pizza without it. The locally sourced produce that they mention on the menu from the local farms adds an additional level of freshness that it hard to beat. I believe that this place might not only have the best pizza in the state but that it's WELL WORTH the drive from wherever you are.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had an incredible meal here. I had a NA cocktail that I've been thinking about for weeks. Started with a bluefin tartare and half a dozen oysters. Finished with a couple of excellent pizzas made right in front of us. Highly highly recommend it! It was so good I didn't remember to take any photos.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very good pizza but doesn’t quite live up to the hype. My wife and I drove here from Salem, about 40 minutes, after reading about it in the NYT. No doubt the pizza was very good, but if you are expecting something transcendent you might be slightly disappointed. If I lived in Gloucester or a neighboring town I would be thrilled to come here all the time, but if you are thinking of driving more than 45 minutes, you might be slightly let down.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Pizza is unreal. Loved the drinks and vibe and Krista the bartender is fantastic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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It was great to have dinner here tonight to celebrate my dad’s and aunt’s birthdays. My dad owns the building and opened Valentino’s restaurant in the 80’s when I was a child. I have fond memories of that restaurant and it’s nice to have another successful in its place. The oysters are fresh and a good price when you go early and the pizza is delicious. Definitely check them out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 2 Dozens of Oysters, Margherita Pizza Slice
Pizza good. A bit cramped.
Reservations are strongly recommended if you don't want to wait, or you are more than two people.
Pizza is not typical American fare. Come with an open mind. Lots of very flavorful options! Crust is crispy and delicious.
Beer and cocktail selection was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Margherita Pizza Slice, Jersey Girl Pizza, Bruschetta Olive
Not open until 5 pm, limited hours, not tried yet
Terrific restaurant! I'm a local and have been here dozens of times, over the years (done a lot of take-out too). This is one of our favorite places in the North Shore, and possibly the one we've been to most often, as it's affordable. Amazing pizza, with such clean flavors. Salads are first rate; they source the best produce from the region. Oysters are super fresh and there are often half-price specials. You can do just pizza, oysters, and a salad and be happy as a clam. But the entrees are other appetizers are always worth venturing out for as well. Everything is creative and thoughtful, and well prepared. Service is solid. Atmosphere is informal and fun, and some tables look out into Main Street, which is sweet and bustling. The clam pizza that just hopped onto the menu is first rate, and I hope it sticks around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Totally professional from the hostess to the bartender who was also our sever. We had a little wait but while we did were accommodated so nicely with menus and fresh water and drinks.
Seated as quickly as possible without a reservation and our server/barmaid Sophia was amazing! She was so busy yet attentive and friendly. We ordered a salad, the meatballs and the pizza and all was absolutely delicious, The NYT got it right here and we will be backing for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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