Tried them tonight for the first time after hearing great things but I have to tell you the pizza was not good and if I had to give it a rating it would be a 3.7. The toppings were extremely skimpy and very very weak. I have pics. Three pizzas almost $80 and they were not even a good size pie…. Kind of on the small side. Hugely disappointed..
Joe Agresti
The Josephine. The knightsville. This place is for real. Just came back 4 days later and had the Paul giamatti. This place is LEGIT.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michele Sylvia
I ordered a Margherita Pizza, Rigatoni Bolognese, the Knightsville, Josephine, & Eggplant Parmigiana sandwiches for my family for movie night. Everything was absolutely delicious ?!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Terence McAndrew
I drive an hour for the pizza and the fried mozzarella.BTW...the current mayor of Cranston could have a little competition on his hands with Carmine...the guy is a legend!!
Bob O.
better than grandma's if you order from merlino's( you'll be glad and satisfied!!!!) cannot get better anywhere!!!
Daniel C.
1st time trying this place tonight. Got two large pizzas and mozzarella sticks. Cheese pizza perfectly cooked. Asked light cheese and well done was perfect. Pepperoni pizza also well done sauce was great. Mozzarella sticks. Amazing. Great place we will be back. Thanks.
Peter C.
We had a pizza picked up and it was very delicious. Prices are quite reasonable. There are other very good options on the meni
Deb R.
After seeing so many Instagram posts and photos, we were so excited to try Merlinos for the first time this week. We were happy there was a table available to eat it there, as it's small inside. It's a BYOB which is a bonus We split the Josephine grinder which was amazing!!!! Big, perfectly cooked chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella cheese, arugula, roasted pepper and balsamic glaze( we asked for that on the side). One of the best sandwiches I've ever had. The chicken cutlet was fried perfectly and that fresh mozzarella cheese was incredible. We then split a large pepperoni pizza. Again, one of the best I have ever had!! Crispy and delicious crust. The owner was there and he was so kind and personable to everyone that was inside. We loved Merlino's and cannot wait to go back.
R.J. P.
Live right next door and finally made it here after reading some pretty good reviews and seeing barstools review. Ordered the AJ Dieci which was delicious. I do love my toppings a little more evenly distributed, but understand with certain ingredients that can be tough. Crust was thin but held up with a wonderful chew which I absolutely love! Will definitely be back!
Richard Plaisted
Bread that they use is subpar very expensive for a 9inch sub.It's a one and done
I had a large pepperoni and it was absolutely delicious. Crispy crust but not burnt, just the right amount of greasiness from the cheese and 'roni. Very tasty.I felt miserable later that day, but I ate six slices so that's really on me, not them.Most impressively I ate them all while driving on 95 N through Providence and Pawtucket and didn't spill a drop of grease or sauce on my pants.Will be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda H.
This. Pizza. Is. Delicious. I have been craving this style of pizza since moving to the area and have been failed by many cardboard pies. The depth of flavor is perfect and I love that this pizza does not have that typical sub shop overly sweet red sauce. Great cheese choice whatever this combo is. Love the little pepperoni cups and they do not skimp on topping. Definitely worth the very fair price. It's a huge pizza. Also ordered the Castilli sandwich (added fontina which for me was a must) and wow, this sandwich is outrageous. Total flavor bomb. My only comment is that this might standup a hint better in a crusty roll, but I personally love when a fresh soft bread collects all of the savory juices lol. Haven't had a sandwich this good in ages. Obsessed. Probably won't get pizza or sandwiches anywhere else now. Well done Merlino's!
ladyfe55
Some of the best pizza I’ve had in RI! Super fresh ingredients and friendly staff. ???
This is a good solid pizza. I enjoyed it. But $20+? Nope! The price gouging that is going on in restaurants today is totally irresponsible. I liked it but I'm not paying almost $100 for 3 large pizza and a salad again.
Tried them tonight for the first time after hearing great things but I have to tell you the pizza was not good and if I had to give it a rating it would be a 3.7. The toppings were extremely skimpy and very very weak. I have pics. Three pizzas almost $80 and they were not even a good size pie…. Kind of on the small side. Hugely disappointed..
The Josephine. The knightsville. This place is for real. Just came back 4 days later and had the Paul giamatti. This place is LEGIT.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered a Margherita Pizza, Rigatoni Bolognese, the Knightsville, Josephine, & Eggplant Parmigiana sandwiches for my family for movie night. Everything was absolutely delicious ?!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I drive an hour for the pizza and the fried mozzarella.BTW...the current mayor of Cranston could have a little competition on his hands with Carmine...the guy is a legend!!
better than grandma's if you order from merlino's( you'll be glad and satisfied!!!!) cannot get better anywhere!!!
1st time trying this place tonight. Got two large pizzas and mozzarella sticks. Cheese pizza perfectly cooked. Asked light cheese and well done was perfect. Pepperoni pizza also well done sauce was great. Mozzarella sticks. Amazing. Great place we will be back. Thanks.
We had a pizza picked up and it was very delicious. Prices are quite reasonable. There are other very good options on the meni
After seeing so many Instagram posts and photos, we were so excited to try Merlinos for the first time this week. We were happy there was a table available to eat it there, as it's small inside. It's a BYOB which is a bonus We split the Josephine grinder which was amazing!!!! Big, perfectly cooked chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella cheese, arugula, roasted pepper and balsamic glaze( we asked for that on the side). One of the best sandwiches I've ever had. The chicken cutlet was fried perfectly and that fresh mozzarella cheese was incredible. We then split a large pepperoni pizza. Again, one of the best I have ever had!! Crispy and delicious crust. The owner was there and he was so kind and personable to everyone that was inside. We loved Merlino's and cannot wait to go back.
Live right next door and finally made it here after reading some pretty good reviews and seeing barstools review. Ordered the AJ Dieci which was delicious. I do love my toppings a little more evenly distributed, but understand with certain ingredients that can be tough. Crust was thin but held up with a wonderful chew which I absolutely love! Will definitely be back!
Bread that they use is subpar very expensive for a 9inch sub.It's a one and done
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
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I had a large pepperoni and it was absolutely delicious. Crispy crust but not burnt, just the right amount of greasiness from the cheese and 'roni. Very tasty.I felt miserable later that day, but I ate six slices so that's really on me, not them.Most impressively I ate them all while driving on 95 N through Providence and Pawtucket and didn't spill a drop of grease or sauce on my pants.Will be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This. Pizza. Is. Delicious. I have been craving this style of pizza since moving to the area and have been failed by many cardboard pies. The depth of flavor is perfect and I love that this pizza does not have that typical sub shop overly sweet red sauce. Great cheese choice whatever this combo is. Love the little pepperoni cups and they do not skimp on topping. Definitely worth the very fair price. It's a huge pizza. Also ordered the Castilli sandwich (added fontina which for me was a must) and wow, this sandwich is outrageous. Total flavor bomb. My only comment is that this might standup a hint better in a crusty roll, but I personally love when a fresh soft bread collects all of the savory juices lol. Haven't had a sandwich this good in ages. Obsessed. Probably won't get pizza or sandwiches anywhere else now. Well done Merlino's!
Some of the best pizza I’ve had in RI! Super fresh ingredients and friendly staff. ???
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Greens, Margherita Pizza, Prosciutto and Fig, Chicken Marsala
This is a good solid pizza. I enjoyed it. But $20+? Nope! The price gouging that is going on in restaurants today is totally irresponsible. I liked it but I'm not paying almost $100 for 3 large pizza and a salad again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pepperoni Pizza, Cheese Pizza
Good pizza and great staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Pizza