Artichoke Basille's Pizza (Tempe)

The pizza is mouthwatering good and quickly became a family fave. We usually get the “Sicilian,” a pizza cut into huge squares and made with twice baked crust. The result is a heavenly mix somehow of both crispness and soft. Ingredients include a plum tomato sauce, olive oil, fresh basil and a blend of Italian cheeses. It ain’t cheap. But it easily feeds four - and it literally is as big as my front passenger seat. Lately we’ve been getting The Staten Island pizza, which might be even better. It’s an amazing blend of ricotta cheese, sausage, and red onions. We’ve only ordered “to go” but there’s a big patio, plenty of TVs showing the big games, and easy parking. One tip: if you order drinks to go, remember to check for them. FOUR times now they were not included so we had to go back.

Been coming here for the past few weeks and have tried so far every Pizza on the menu including the garlic knots. I absolutely enjoy the food, the drinks, and the people that work here! Great place to enjoy a drink and great food while watching the game or just relaxing with friends and family. The best part about this establishment is that if Manny the lead cook is unsatisfied with the quality of the food that is being serve, it will get redone before it leaves the kitchen. If that's not customer service then what is?!

Ordered the Sicilian, pepperoni, spinach/artichoke and Staten Island and they almost filled the whole pizza box. They are large slices. I was not a big fan of the Gooey texture of the spinach/Artichoke. It's a heavy slice. My favorite was the pepperoni and Staten Island. However, the pepperoni was a bit on the salty side and was loaded with grease. I also wished the crust wasn't so crispy. It cracked in half when I tried to fold it to eat it. Lastly, I picked this pizza up shorlty after they opened and I think it was warmed up pizza that was sitting overnight. the pizza is definitely worth a second chance though. Fingers crossed my next visit is a bit better.

Well; I was raised in NY and hoping to find good pizza and this was just alright. I ordered the garlic knots and I felt as if the sauce needed more flavor because there really wasn’t any, but the texture was fine. The staff was super friendly and attentive. They do have specials and the price is decent.

We ordered for takeout and I was pleasantly surprised to learn that they were not going to make my food until I got off the phone. We ordered a 16 in Crab Pizza and a small chopped salad. Both were absolutely delicious! The toppings on the pizza were plentiful and extremely tasty. I didn't think I would eat the whole salad but I couldn't stop, it was that good! I highly recommend this place for its freshness, unique offerings and pure tastiness!

I called in an order to be picked up an hour and a half later. I show at the pickup time and was told to wait 10 minutes. I ended up waiting an additional 25 minutes for my order. Not a sorry for the delay just an excuse that they've just opened and figuring things out in the kitchen. Pizza had a decent taste but was average overall with burnt crust. Not worth the cost and extra wait.

I have been meaning to visit Artichoke for at least a year now, but thanks to COVID-19, I've been unable to. My wife and I finally decided to try them out on a Saturday night, and we will definitely be back again. Social distancing was definitely being practiced here, as tables were spread far apart, and the place was relatively empty as well. We were initially confused whether to order an entire 16" pizza for the two of us, or separate slices. Based on what we were recommended by our friendly waitress, we ordered 3 separate slices: the Vodka, the Sicilian and the Artichoke. We also decided to try out the their Sangria and Michelada. The food was served relatively quickly (in around 10 mins), but the drinks took a little longer (around 20 mins). First off, I have to say that they're slices are HUGE! I am so glad we didn't order the entire pizza. All three slice types were great, but I must admit that the Sicilian was hands-down my favorite, then the Vodka, and finally the Artichoke. The artichoke slice was the largest and heaviest of them all (it was basically an artichoke dip on a pizza slice), and I think that by itself could be an entire meal for a person. The drinks were good too, and I definitely liked the Sangria over the Michelada, which was a little too spicy for me (for a drink). The ingredients are fresh, the food is delicious, and the price is right (averages around $5 a slice). They even offer happy hours on the weekdays from 3 to 5:30 PM where the prices are even cheaper for the slices. We will definitely be back here to try their other varieties!

I was really excited to try this place. I was however highly disappointed. The pepperoni was too thick, prefer more thin and crispy. I think the thick pepperoni led to a grease bomb. This thing was dripping grease. When I peeled off the pepperoni it wasn't as bad but could still barely eat. Crust and sauce were good so maybe pepperoni isn't the way to go! Also pretty high price for throwing most of it away.

We stumbled on this place by accident. I meant to order Crust Brothers down the street and called Crust Pizzeria. I was worried but the minute we walked in I knew we were going to be just fine! We were greeted as soon as we walked in and the place was so inviting. The pizza was NY style and they had these amazing looking fresh chocolate chip cookies as well. The service was fast, friendly, and we will be and! We ordered the large pepperoni NY pizza, the crust was exactly how we wanted it. We also ordered 16 Buffalo wings and they were fresh and great as well. My ONLY complaint would be to make your own ranch!! The ranch is sweet and it would be so much better salty with that pizza. We went and got wing stop dressing with it and I was in heaven!! We will definitely be back!!!

I enjoyed my first dining experience here. Trying rhe spicy knots were the best. The dough was delifhtful and so good. The fresh minced garlic and hot chili oil makes this appetizer mouthwatering good. The meat calzone is super huge. I was able to eat off of it for 3 days. The inside of the restaurant is nice. Bery clean and spcaious.

The staff was amazing. They were able to accommodate our party of 8, last minute. The place wasn't busy, we were there for lunch. I had a small Caesar salad and a jersey sure gluten free pizza. The salad had entirely too much dressing, it was swimming in it. *dressing was homemade, which was a plus! The pizza was good, but cold. Overall, I'd probably go back and give it another shot, I can see ppl do enjoy eating here. The service was really great, can't say enough about it.

I ordered a Stromboli that is delicious. It was made to order and ill definitely recommend it. The only issue I have is something was spicy, I think it's the sauce that comes with Stromboli. Im dissapointed because I couldn't even eat half because my toungue is tingling from the Spice. I wish it would have said something about the spicy sauce. I couldn't continue to enjoy it. The big chocolate chip cookie was hard, over baked and not to tasty. service was good, clean resturant.

Great spot for NY style pizza in Tempe! Crust is the perfect spot for a casual family dinner, with tons of family style deals and quality food! The service was fast and friendly, making it perfect for an easy night out. Not only was their pizza delicious, but they also had a great variety of wings, salads, and calzones. Tried the -garlic parmesan wings: perfectly spicy with the fresno peppers and the croutons have a nice crunchy touch -grandmas 20' pie: great basic pie. simple toppings and flavors but does the job. also massive. -brooklyn burrata: great fun pizza, awesome flavor with the caramelized onion and pesto. got the rustica style pie which is a wine bottle shape, never had a pie like that before! -mediterranean farm salad: good starter salad but still hearty with the farro and numerous veggies

Meh, there's plenty of pizza out that that's more cost effective and tastes better. Fine for a quick neighborhood pickup but I'd go with something else.

We stopped in for a slice but that ends at 3pm. We ordered a large Bianca and added mushrooms and chicken. It was very good!! We would have loved some spinach but they don't carry it. The crust was perfect and the garlic was delicious! It was a quiet night and it was a peaceful setting. The staff was efficient.

We came in, and they said to sit anywhere, so we grabbed a table, and sat there for 15 minutes with no communication from staff so we left, it's not hard to come to the table and ask for drinks or something

Q: How do you fix a broken pizza? A: With tomato paste. Crust Pizzeria, what a hoot. Recently, a group of my friends and I had The Upside Down (Mozzarella, pizza sauce, parmesan) and The Burrata (Sausage, pesto, caramelized onions, pickled Fresno peppers, red pepper cream). While not my favorite pizza place, they're decent. I wouldn't order The Upside Down again, as I found the red sauce to be too sweet, but I always enjoy The Burrata. It's a great place. Support local and get some pizza here. There's plenty of seating, lots of parking, and you can even grab some froyo next door for dessert.

We went on a Saturday for lunch around 12 and the whole place was empty which we found a little odd, but the food and drinks were great! The calzone is MASSIVE and you can even customize your own pizza slice. They definitely need a menu with the toppings they offer as the server had to verbally list them off for us, but the prices were very reasonable for a quick lunch.

Pictured: Brooklyn Burrata Sausage, Pesto, Caramelized Onions, Fresno Peppers, & Spicy Ailoi Crust is a great neighborhood spot. Friendly staff (shoutout to Giana and Taylor!) who are always recommending food and cocktails. I've eaten my way through about 90% of the menu and have yet to find something I didn't like. Their personal size pizzas are a great deal, and they have great pasta options as well. With a glut of kind of cruddy pizza options, Crust has pizza that goes above and beyond. If you are looking for a place with excellent food, and a considerably quieter atmosphere than the Porch next door, come to Crust. A great spot for date night, dinner with the family, or maybe just grabbing a beer and some food after work.

After posting my previous review, I was contacted by the owner who offered to make things right and gave me information on who to contact. I'm always a bit skeptical when this happens, but I was informed that this location recently changed management from the last time I was there. I gave it another try today for lunch and I am so glad that I did. The previous experience was awful with what felt like food that had been sitting. This pizza was so fresh and tasty. I got the special of the month which had Alfredo, grilled chicken, mozzarella, and bacon. So delicious. I ordered an extra side of grilled chicken because it was so moist and juicy packing a lot of flavor. The big test for me was the paper underneath the pizza. My biggest issue last time was the amount of grease on the pizza. As you can see from my photo, this one almost had none! Amazing considering how tasty it was. The ambiance looked much nicer and cleaner than my previous visit. I will have to try dining in next time to see if it is the same experience. By the way, in regard to service, I was greeted the second I walked in the door. That was a step up from last time too. I will definitely be back again. Keep coming up with delicious new specials.

It is worth coming here just for the garlic knots. They are amazing. Cute little restaurant in Tempe in a plaza off baseline near a few other restaurants and a movie theater. Service was quick and the restaurant was bright and inviting. Seriously get the garlic knots. The pizza slices were decent and large slices.

OMG the food at Crust is drool worthy . My boyfriend and I decided to go out for dinner on a Friday night and were first surprised by no wait! We got the pizza and wing special along with some drinks. DELISH! The pizza is huge! We took half home to eat later. The BBQ wings were crispy and saucy, a favorite and I LOVE wings. The ranch was also soooo tasty. The outdoor seating is also so cute. The sun went down while we ate and the outdoor lighting was so cute and set the mood perfectly. I think I've found my new fave pizza spot.

**Best Pizza HANDS DOWN!** BEST DEAL IN TEMPE: $25 for a 20" NY Pizza & NY Wings!! If you haven't tried this pizza yet, do yourself a favor and get there ASAP--because it's *next level* incredible. From the first bite, you'll know you've found the holy grail of pizza. The sauce? Rich, hearty, and undeniably authentic, with that perfect tang and depth of flavor that only comes from real Italian craftsmanship. It's like they've captured the essence of Italy in every spoonful. The crust is nothing short of perfection: a crispy, golden exterior with just the right amount of chewiness in the center. It's the perfect balance--crispy enough to give you that satisfying crunch, but chewy enough to give you that melt-in-your-mouth texture. Honestly, it's the kind of crust that has you reaching for that second slice before you even realize it. Every ingredient sings its own note--quality cheese that's ooey-gooey, fresh toppings that are bursting with flavor, and just the right amount of seasoning to bring it all together. Whether you're a classic Margherita fan or you love a fully loaded pie, they absolutely nail it every time. It's the kind of pizza that makes you want to shout from the rooftops about how good it is. The ambiance is relaxed, inviting, and full of energy! To put it simply: I've tried pizza all over the world, but this one? This is the *real deal*. If you want an authentic, mouthwatering experience that'll have you coming back for more--this is *the one*. END. OF. STORY.

Q: What does a pizza wear to smell good? A: Calzogne. If you like Crust Simply Italian, your cherished traditional NY East Coast Italian eatery, you will looove Crust Pizzeria. Sitting pretty in the Artichoke Basille's spot is the new Crust Pizzeria. My first visit had me ordering the Upstate NY Wings and the Upside Down Sicilian Pizza. Both were oh so good. Upstate NY Wings (Buffalo sauce, bleu cheese crumbles, pickled red onions, potato sticks, ranch), $14.30: Think of a fancified version of some buffalo wings. All the flavors and textures work well together and the buffalo wings itself were a delight. You don't need the extra accouterments but if you want to shell out a few more bucks, it's nice. I can never say no to blue cheese crumbles. Upside Down Sicilian Pizza (Mozzarella, pizza sauce, parmesan), $26.40: I really wanted a pizza where I can taste the sauce. With no fancy toppings, this pizza still delivered big flavor. And having eaten it cold from the fridge the next day, you can really taste how the sauce evolved. Amazing. Picasso! I'm a fan of Crust Simply Italian. While my heart breaks that I can no longer get an artery-clogging slice of artichoke pizza, this beloved brand is a mother's kiss and bandaid for this broken heart. Get it. Get it now.

Excellent service and love the crust! Ordered the Sicilian. Tasty! Will come back here when we get the crave for PIZZA!

Great place for pizza and some comfort Italian dishes. Good seating for small and large groups.

I want to love this place but the slices are not good. the problem with slices in general is they are not fresh that's the nature of how pizza places can offer the conscience of providing fast service. I wish places would have one cheese pie then add to the slice so it's customized to how you want it. I believe I got a simple cheese slice that wasted like it was from yesterday and taken out of the refrigerator and warmed up until it was all dried out. Maybe they use low fat cheese who knows The service also felt slow. You know when you sit in the bar area and the bartender is serving you that ha no training on actually waiting on tables and is more concerned with making adult cocktails? I will say the cook came out and noticed I didn't eat my pizza and asked if he could remake it. Which I appreciate but in the end I doubt I'll go back for a while. I'm

Was excited to try this location as I've been to the Chandler one and loved it. Went during happy hour and ordered an Aperol spritz and their daily special that included a slice of pizza, salad of choice (house or Caesar) and a drink. The spritz was not the best I've ever had, but i still enjoyed it. The pizza slices were a little doughy and lacked flavor in the sauce.The side house salad was really good and was not over dressed. Service was friendly and prompt. They do have a cute little patio area, perfect to sit outside during this time of year! I'd be willing to come back and try a whole pizza.

Nice big, delicious pizzas. I got takeout, but the place looked cool. Those who helped me were polite and sincere. I forgot to order a salad ahead of time, but they put one together really quickly. If you're in the mood for some NY style pizza, then give Crust a shot!

Crust Pizzeria took over a previous pizza place. Located walking distance to lots of housing around and near lots of other options for food. I live close by and within a mile is 3+ pizza places that aren't your typical chain such as Papa Johns or so. So usually better options. This place stands out!! PIZZA The pizza was great once I figured out how to order it. The online ordering doesn't give the option. You have to order the cheese pizza and add pepperoni. They do offer lots of specialty options for quick order though. Crust was not as crisp as I would love and the pizza was not hot upon arriving home. Garlic Knots Garlic knots were almost the same as the place that was previously there, enough garlic to kill! Love them! Marinara was a solid compliment to them. Wings This is where I start to wander why the restaurant is always slower. The wings were great! Very affordable compared to the amount of chicken on them. The wings were HEALTHY. Sauce was typical buffalo, not drowning the wing but giving the kick and sweetness you'd assume buffalo would offer. Pasta (Not Pictured) We also ordered a pasta my wife ate. She claimed the meatballs were not as seasoned as some in the area. Other then that, worth ordering again. Overall The to-go containers for one thing were nice! Easily good enough to keep for lunch containers if you'd like. Service was quick and staff was very friendly when waiting for them to bag the order. With some improvements to the website photos and ease of ordering a custom pizza, I can see this place being around a long time. For those looking to dine in, the patio seemed awesome. Lots of room and a bar. With the staff the way they are, I can't see why dining in wouldn't be a good idea. Overall, HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I will improve my rating as I see the consistency maintain as I stated the pizza wasn't hot to start.

Yesterday was our first time buying pizza from Crust Pizzeria Tempe. My husband ordered a large cheese pizza. It was horrid! The pizza wasn't hot, it wasn't even warm! The crust wasn't that great, but what was even worse there was little sauce on it and VERY little cheese. It was a CHEESE pizza! What an impression to make on first time customers. We won't be returning. I am also doing a google review for future buyers, beware.

Amazing food, great prices. I got a screaming deal today for lunch: Caesar salad, a large slice, and a drink for $8.50. Service was on point, and the atmosphere was upbeat , with Tom Petty playing on the speakers. What a pleasant and satisfying way to spend a Sunday afternoon! I'm a fan!

Yum!! the inside of restaurant is cute, nice and clean. I like the style! Didn't get pic of garlic knots but they don't skimp on the garlic!!! Pizza was really tasty and cooked perfect with a nice crunch! Came out hot!.. love the spicy butcher on the right the most with the hot honey! ! The pesto pizza was great too- Brooklyn burrata!

First and foremost, the customer service was FANTASTIC! You don't get 5 stars without that. I had a slice of the thin crust and a slice of the Detroit style. The crust could have been a little crispier, but the sauce and the cheese were great! You can really taste the herbs in the sauce. It doesn't taste like the fake stuff! The vibe is great! Very open, modern, and welcoming. I will definitely be back to try more of the menu!

Love this place! Amazing food all around-- excellent quality. Salads are delicious. Soft buttery pizza crust and amazing hot wings.

Went there last week to grab a pizza and a brew with my wife. What a great experience. We ate outside on the patio - perfect area alongside perfect weather. Tim provided outstanding service making great suggestions for both pizza and beers. We ended up having a modified Uncle Louie's which was full of flavor. We will be back.

My bf and I live very close to this spot and we love stopping in! The patio is perfect in the cooler months and their sangria and spicy garlic knots are delicious. Staff is always friendly and generous. They will continue to have our service, even after we leave our apartment!

Having the best Valentine's Day ever! Mom and I decided on a last-minute dinner at Crust Pizzeria, and we're thrilled we did The food was incredibly quick and delicious, with fluffy pizza dough that still had that NY style feel. We'll definitely be returning! And the staff were wonderfully friendly too.

Service was quick and courteous. We ordered the family package: which came with an XL Ny style pizza. We added sausage and pepperoni. It was served with wings as an app, and a salad option. The Caesar salad was perfect house toasted croutons and saved parm. Wings were perfect sauce ratio. Pizza was perfect amount of toppings to sauce/ cheese ratio. Topped off the meal with 2 choc chip cookies. I would love if they had a different dessert option maybe a small brownie etc

Amazing pizza, great service and I love that they have an indoor/outdoor area. Everything always tastes fresh and from scratch. Great salads and crispy wings too! The spicy garlic knots are also very original and have a good kick to them. I recommend this place to everyone I know.

Can't really say anything bad just went in expecting Artichoke Pizza. The sign was off when we arrived so didn't realize it had changed businesses. The staff seemed friendly and attentive. Can't give an unbiased opinion because the pizza was way different than what we were expecting.

Stopped in for HH after a rough day & got the salad, slice combo & ordered wine. Great slice, added peppers & mushrooms to it, great portion of salad with tasty dressing. Place was clean, bright, great customer service. Music was terrible lol like the "best" of mixed 2000s pop songs that you would rather stayed in the 2000s. Wish they had more business, place was pretty much empty. Maybe with some better, higher energy music & advertising, they can steal some of the peeps that consistently frequent the Porch. TLDR; good food, good customer service, good location. Will be back. Hope more peeps stop in.

In the same location previously held by Artichoke Basille's, which had been declining in business over time, for no apparent reason, but still in the school of NYC pizza slices, Crust's prices are extremely reasonable, and the size of the slices don't disappoint either. I think the quality is very good, the crust holds up very well to the toppings, the pizza bone is delightfully crispy, sauce is not too bright, not too sweet, and cheese and meats were not too greasy. If I were to compare to our regular joint, Venezia's in Chandler, I would come back here and eat regularly because Crust is closer and the quality is not that different. Service was attentive without being cloying, and there was a nice selection of 1980s and 90s music videos playing. All in all I look forward to coming back regularly.

I had to come back. Food, drinks, music, and atmosphere is great here. I highly recommend stopping thru.

This is the best pizza I have had in forever, maybe ever. The establishment is perfectly named because the pizza dough is absolutely amazing. Have been a few times and every time I can't wait to go back again. The customer service is amazing and create such a great inviting energy in the restaurant, which is exactly what I want in that experience. Overall such a nice place to get some incredible food.

First time visiting crust pizzeria, the inside was nice/cut indoor and outdoor-ish bar, they have a nice patio that's dog friendly. Food wise- we ordered garlic bread beware they are big so if you don't want to be full before your meal I'd say skip it, they are pretty good but very oily. We also got the garlic park wings super delicious and cooked very well, we got a pizza it's like Ny style thin and large, wish there were size options though unless there was and I missed it but it took us three days to finish lol service was very good as well but it was just us so not sure when it's busy how service would be. Overall 4/5 stars.

Food, service, and ambience were great! We thought we would give this a try as an alternative to The Porch. We were impressed and satisfied and we will be back.

Fabulous food. Great service. Reasonable prices. Try the pizza of the week, you won't be disappointed.

When it's pizza night, Crust Pizzeria is our top choice without fail. Their thin crust pizzas are an absolute delight. The ambiance of the place is cozy and inviting, and their customer service is exceptional. The staff is consistently welcoming and attentive, making each visit a pleasure. With a fantastic selection of pizza options and a small, comfortable atmosphere, it's the perfect spot for a relaxing meal. We wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone in search of a great pizza experience.

New favorite spot! So happy to see legit NY-style pizza here in Tempe. The pizza is amazing, but so is everything else we had! The wings, spinach dip, spicy garlic knots, and Italian Beef were all so good! (Pro tip: If you can't have gluten, the cauliflower and rice flour crusts are actually thin, crispy, and ~delicious~ - was legitimately blown away.)

WOW.... Brand new restaurant in Tempe, family owned, and absolutely spectacular!! As a younger customer, it was comforting to have Chef Nadia come up to our table and converse with our party. She offered us apps due to it being our first time, as well as, a dessert for the table after such a warming experience. The drinks were unexpectedly GREAT. The house cherry Moscow mule was a great surprise, and same with their take on a traditional old fashion. My man Tim was behind the bar AND was taking care of our orders at the same time, and never let our drinks hit the bottom. The pizza was a great NY style order, and they really have a great bang-for-your-buck portion size as it is 20 in. Overall, it was a great experience and will absolutely will be returning for their breathtaking deals during HH, lunch, and weekend deal offerings.

First time trying this place. Stopped in with a couple friends on a Thursday night because a neighbor restaurant had a long wait. Crust was not busy at all so we sat at the bar, which was empty. The bartender ignored us the entire time we were there. We sat with empty drinks most of the time and couldn't get the bartender to even talk to us or make eye contact. We saw that the service was terrible, so we just ordered salads to get out quickly. Unfortunately, the salads took forever but tasted fine. I hope the pizza is good enough to make up for the extremely poor service. Update: Added an additional star after the owner responded offering to resolve. We will give this place another shot soon.

Unlike any other pizza nearby, super cheesy and good umami. Lunch special is fire, 98c per extra topping is a little pricey for me but with the quality I understand.

Central Park Supreme. It was very tasty. We were sad that Artichoke Basille Pizza closed. However, after ordering this pizza from Crust Pizzeria, we will definitely be back as the flavors and the price are worth the quality. Thank you Crust Pizzeria!! Will definitely be coming back for more!

Food was delicious! Crust was soft just like I like it! The meatballs are delicious and wings are crispy. Only thing is they didn't have kid's menus and were out of cannolis. Over all it was delicious

Pizza was pretty good. I would come back. Tastes like fresh ingredients. Would recommend!

The pizza slices were massive I was able to finish about 2 slices. The pizza was a bit too heavy, and I wish there was more crisp. The pasta was great tho, and I would come back for just that.