Bend, Oregon’s Best New Restaurants: Spring 2025 | Eater Portland

"Situated in a small strip mall in a neighborhood near Downtown, Fat Tony’s Pizza opened quietly but is now a local favorite. Owner Roberto Cardenas channels his early days when he learned to cook artisan pizza at a restaurant owned by first-generation Florentines. The Caesar salad is a step up from the typical chopped presentation as it’s plated with hearts of romaine leaves. The meatballs are juicy with balanced Italian seasoning seasoned; the chicken fettuccine is creamy and satisfying. And the 24-hour fermented, foldable thin-crust pizza has puffy, chewy edges. The pizza toppings are also upgraded, including fresh mozzarella and basil leaves, prosciutto, and the not-to-be-missed pistachio pizza with pistachio mortadella and pistachio pesto. Tuesday is ladies’ night, and Wednesday is senior discounts. Both offer 50 percent menu discounts. Happy Hour offers $3 wine, beer, and margaritas." - Barb Gonzalez