Emmy Squared Pizza: Durham, North Carolina

This was INCREDIBLE. I have to eat gluten free and their pizza is PHENOMENAL. You would never know it’s GF!! Our waitress was amazing. Even the hostess when we arrived allowed us to have a booth when we asked instead of a table since it would be easier for our kids. Such a delicious meal. Will definitely be back! The watermelon salad was so fresh and tasty and the pesto pizza was 👌🏻!!

A friend and I dined in today. It was not busy. I see bigger crowds there at night. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, great service, and delicious food. We shared the Butternut Squash and Brussels salad and it was bursting with flavor! The gluten free pizza may be the best I’ve ever had. We enjoyed the Good Paulie this time. The crispy crust is yummy! My friend was surprised how good the gf pizza was.

This place is amazing!! I ate here last Friday and went back on Monday because I was craving it. Both days I went during lunch. Cole was our server (and the only server) who was juggling being a host, server, and bartender. The restaurant was packed (at least 7 tables full both time) and Cole was the only server for all of them. He did such a great job and was very helpful. The food was top notch. I had the garlic cheese sticks to start and we tried the MVP and Colony pizza. Absolutely delicious!!! This is easily my new favorite pizza. The bottom and crust have the perfect crisp while remaining soft. To the owners - please hire another server during lunch time. Cole did an amazing job but he could use the help! We felt so bad watching him be the only one running around.

Just as good as the original. Great ambience, service was awesome, and the pizza was just as good as ever. We got the Brussels sprouts to start which were fantastic. The VIP pizza was amazing and so glad we had leftovers to bring home.

Delicious food and super friendly, fast service! A new Durham fave. We love the Zia Fries (huge, could be shared by 6 people) and the Big Hawaiian pizza (perfect combo of salty, sweet, and spicy).

I visited the new Emmy Square in Durham and had a fantastic experience. The Brightleaf Square location is convenient, and the building is beautiful and comfortable. The waitstaff was great, and most importantly, the pizza was absolutely perfect and delicious. As a big fan of Detroit-style pizza, I can confidently say that this did not disappoint. Also, I went on opening night and felt like the "table check-in" pace was really good. Sometimes, owners or managers of restaurants can stop by way too often or linger too long, and it gets awkward, but they really had a good flow. It was just such a lovely experience.

Stopped in for a quick bite and DIDN’T WANT TO LEAVE! The vibes are immaculate. The food was delicious. And the service was world class. Sat at the bar with Stephanie and was treated like royalty. She took the time to explain the entire menu and made sure we didn’t have any questions. We ordered a pitcher of “Not from the stand” It was refreshing, and tasted like a spiked cherry limeade. For an appetizer we got the Zia Fries…. Do yourself a favor and order these! And of course we had to try a pizza so we settled on the Big Ang with a hot honey drizzle and MY GAWD! I couldn’t say one bad thing about this place if tried. Edit: Brought my parents back the next day for lunch and they LOVED it. Lucy took great care of us and made us feel right at home!

Amazing service. Loved the bartender! The ambiance was great and the pizza was delicious. I asked for cocktail recommendations from the bartender and it was great! Lovely place.

I've heard great things about this place and have always wanted to check it out. The person I went with is gluten free and therefore this time around we got the gluten free mvp pizza. Honestly may have been the best gluten free pizza I have ever had. I've also had their normal crust pizza and can also confirm best Detroit style pizza in the triangle. Definitely will be back to try their other pizzas. The atmosphere inside was great. We went on a weekday and it was pretty empty around 6 pm. The staff was super friendly and help and got us seated quickly. We did not have to make a reservation but you can if you want. The one downside is that is place is definitely pricey. The pizza we got for 6 squares came out to around $23 (I think it's $19 for regular crust). Parking is also a hit or miss. There is street parking and paid lots around the area. Overall, this place has some of the best pizza in the triangle but definitely on the pricey side. I will be back to try some of their other pizzas/seasonal items!

My first time trying Detroit-style pizza! Came here for lunch on a Monday with a friend; service was great & fast, ambiance is very nice (honestly everywhere in Brightleaf Square is so aesthetic). We got the: - Zia Fries (seasoned waffle fries, blanco cheddar queso, scallions, bacon, ranch): This was utter perfection! Wonderfully crunchy, salty, cheesy, savory. My only warning is that the portion is huge & it feels pretty heavy, so you may end up feeling too full for the pizza haha (we definitely did). - Big Ang Pizza (house made vodka sauce, ricotta, double pecorino, Italian sausage, banana peppers): Extremely cheesy, super fluffy dough, and very crunchy crust. I do feel the cheese to sauce ratio was off & it could have used a lot more sauce. Good amount of sausage & banana peppers (which provided a very needed flavor contrast). We got the large pizza, which is huge & provided a lot of leftovers (which were even better tasting in the next few days). 8/10 would recommend!

Great vibe, well decorated with seating for some larger groups. Menu has a wealth of options... sandwiches, pasta, pizza (obviously), salads and awesome shareables. Service was perfect, Ivy crushed it! Can't wait to come back!

A girlfriend took me to Emmy squared while I was in town for a visit. It's a quaint restaurant in Downtown Durham surrounded by other small businesses and restaurants. It was a Friday night, so they were very busy. No idea what the wait time would have been if we didn't have a reservation. With the reservation, we were seated right on time. The interior was cozy. A few tables, booths, and a small bar. We were greeted immediately by the waiter and a bottle of water. He took our drink order, left, then quickly returned with our drinks. I ordered a Bull City Cider and my friend ordered a cinnamon bourbon drink. We then ordered quite a bit of food. The Kale salad, Zia Fries, an order of wings and the Colony Pizza. The kale salad had butternut squash and cheese and it was massaged with a vinegarette. The Zia Fries were my absolute fave. The fries were crunchy and savory. Somehow the cheese sauce also tasted like ranch dressing. I just wish the fries were topped with a little more scallion. The wings were Krispy and sticky. We split the order inton2 flavors. Lemon pepper and BBQ. They were standard, but really good wings and ranch. The Colony Pizza was delicious. I think pickled jalapeños would have been better for me to add the heat, but also break up some the the fat from the cheese and pepperoni the Tomato sauce was sweet and light. The crust was perfectly crispy and buttery. Overall a great experience! Service was friendly, fast, and accurate. I would recommend these place for lunch and/or a fun night out.

If you want Detroit Style you found it! Great atmosphere and service with an aroma even if you were not hungry you would still order a pie .

What a cute spot! My boyfriend and I set last minute reservations on OpenTable for Saturday night dinner. I highly recommend anybody doing so if you don't want a long wait. From speculation, there are bar seats and a high top for walk-ins during dinner service so it's not necessary, but once you take a whiff of their delicious pizzas, you don't want to be waiting any longer than necessary . The interior was very warm and cozy and the lights were dim which was nice. They have a couple tvs on the walls with different sports playing. Our waitress was very attentive and super nice! The food was on another level! It was so delicious and it's a mix between a deep dish and flat bread almost. The edges were nice and crispy and the cheese and toppings were oozing with goodness. The brussel sprout salad was a good starter for us and had the right amount of dressing. It's always a worry if a restaurant would drown their salad in dressing, but it was perfect! Emmy squared pizza won my heart and we will definitely be returning soon!!

First timer a verdict is would only come back as a couple or group not a great solo dining place. Food: I ordered the fries and regular deluxe pizza (sausage only on half). Everything tasted amazing! Fries were well seasoned and crispy (not soggy or oily). Both were very large portions. I had the reg margarita on Monday for their happy hour deal. It was good and strong. Service: I walked in at 4 and wasn't sure if the place was open. No one greeted me for some time. After someone finally saw me I was seated where ever I wanted as there was only 1 other party present. I was brought water but took some time to take my order. Seemed like only 1 person was working the tables and maybe 1 at the bar. I ordered drinks and food all together. My food came out but my drinks never did. I had to remind the waiter of my drink order. Ambiance: great decor and seating options. Also has outdoor seating which is a nice option on a nice sunny day. I think pricing is steep but you do get a lot of food. Most felt shareable. This is a great place for groups or couples. I took so much food home that didn't taste as good because it wasn't fresh and was reheated. Wish there were smaller (half) portions.

Family weekend at NCCU and I was craving pizza. The restaurant was across from our hotel and had great reviews and it did not disappoint. We were seated immediately, our server was great. The restaurant was quiet, but very nice. You could sit indoors or outdoors, we decided to sit inside. The pizza was amazing, drinks were amazing, not pictured Caesar salad was delicious also. Highly recommend!

This place is currently in my top 3 best pizza places I've been to in North Carolina. Emmy's has a fun and casual atmosphere inside that lets you feel relaxed and have a good time. There is several seating options, from bar to both small and larger tables. The waiters were very nice and able to offer both suggestions and recommendations based on how long they thought the pizza would take to cook. Emmy does a great job of making a Detroit-style pizza that has 3 key characteristics: a soft but not mushy interior, a well-done crust to provide a good diversity in texture, and toppings that convey flavor well throughout the bite. There is not much more I can say about this place, except that it is fantastic. My only suggestion is to order an appetizer during prime hours, the wait for the pizza can get a little long.

Tried this Detroit-style pizza place for an early Saturday lunch. It's in Brightleaf Square which we hadn't been to in a long time. Parking was in a nearby lot that said free for Brightleaf customers for 2 hours. (we were told later when I asked that we didn't need to validate anything, and nobody checked). Another note about Saturday lunch parking is heads up there's a Saturday outdoor flea market and it was packed! We got lucky to get a spot. Also got lucky that the restaurant wasn't crowded. But they do allow folks to use their two restrooms to try on clothes, which was not something I was a fan of as a customer. We were given our choice of sitting inside or out, booth or table, and we chose an indoor booth. Two unsweetened teas later we shared a small Colony with sausage added. This was just the right amount for two of us as it is super rich! Even though the doughy crust is thick, it's also light (must be lots of oil). Full of flavor. Love the tangy sauce. And not expensive at all, especially for the quality. Service very good. Also note they are apparently known for their burger as well, but it would be hard to go there and not get that pizza.

Emmy Squared Pizza is located in Brightleaf Square. You can park in the lot located across the street for free up to 2 hours. My friend and I both started off with a beer then we split a caesar salad and the roni supreme pizza (half with the calabrian oil and the other with hot honey). This Detroit-style pizza was delicious. I can't wait to return.

I give Emmy Squared Pizza's Durham location 4.5 stars rounded up to 5. When it comes to Detroit-style pizza, I think Emmy Squared does it best, at least in recent years. This new Durham location was no exception based on our experience. If you've never had Emmy Squared before, I highly recommend it. To be clear, I thought the pizza was five stars (great) and everything else - the non-pizza dishes, drinks, and service - was four (good). Service-wise, I think the staff was still in training and working out the kinks. This location opened at Brightleaf Square on May 9, 2024. Brightleaf Square is a retail development in downtown Durham, consisting of repurposed brick warehouses that used to store bright leaf tobacco in the early 1900s. We parked for free in the surface lot at the corner of W Main St and S Gregson St. You can enter the lot from either Main or Gregson. Pay attention to signs in the lot as you may have to pay during certain hours. We visited on a Sunday from around 6:20pm to 9:50pm and didn't have to pay. I'm familiar with Emmy Squared's locations in Charlotte (two opened in 2021, September and December) and Atlanta (openings in April 2021 and January 2022). The original location opened in Brooklyn in 2016. Currently, this location in Durham is the only Emmy Squared in the Triangle. This place is popular. When we visited, it was busy, same as the other locations we've been to. Book reservations on OpenTable. Emmy Squared Durham awards dining points. Not all OpenTable restaurants do. The vibe was hip and casual. There's indoor and outdoor seating. The patio seating is nice because Brightleaf Square has a quaint, boutique feel to it. Inside, there's a small wraparound bar in the back and a big TV on one of the walls (sports were on). The storefront and interior design are consistent with the industrial look of the development, with a touch of style. You can customize your own Detroit-style pizza or choose from one of the restaurant's roughly dozen signature selections. They also serve appetizers like Sriracha-glazed wings (10 for $15) and loaded waffle-cut fries ($15), salads, and burgers and sandwiches. My wife commented that she wished Emmy Squared had more variety in their apps. Here's what eight of us ordered: Plates * 'Brooklyn' Mozz Sticks ($15) - five crispy hand-stretched mozzarella sticks, red sauce Signature Pizzas * Colony (large, 10x14, 10 slices) ($25) - red sauce, Ezzo pepperoni, pickled jalapenos, honey. * MVP (regular, 8x10, 6 slices) ($18) - housemade vodka sauce, red sauce, parsley pesto, sesame seed crust * MVP VIP (large, 10x14, 10 slices) ($25) - housemade vodka sauce, red sauce, parsley pesto, sesame seed crust + VIP ingredients: Ezzo pepperoni, Calabrian chiles * Good Paulie (large, 10x14, 10 slices) ($25) - caramelized onions, sausage, smoked Gouda Cocktails -- Seasonal * Emotional Damage ($14) - tequila, lime, passionfruit -- Classics with a Twist * House Sangria ($12) - red wine, orange, brandy * Palomo ($14) - tequila, lime, grapefruit, agave syrup, grapefruit soda -- Off Menu * Aperol Spritz ($15) Beer (Drafts) * Red Oak Amber ($8) The 'Brooklyn' Mozz Sticks were alright. Nothing special or out of the ordinary, but not bad either. All of the pizzas were superb. Emmy Squared's Detroit-style pizzas are rectangular in shape and the slices are cut into rectangles as well. My favorite thing about them is the crust. It's deep-dish thick, moist, springy, and delicious. The crust isn't dense or dry at all. They get the texture and flavor just right. It's crispy on the outside, with charred outer edges, and soft, warm, and appetizing on the inside. Compared to other types of pizza, the crust is also heavier in that it's more buttery and oily, but that's also what makes it so good. I could chow down on the rich crust alone. During this visit, my favorite pizza was the Good Paulie. It's hard to go wrong with all of that sausage and Gouda. To me, it was umami to the max. At the Emmy Squared in Plaza Midwood in Charlotte, I had the Bad Paulie, which also comes with Calabrian chiles and banana peppers. I didn't see the Bad Paulie on the menu here. The Colony and MVP pizzas were excellent as well. I do recommend making your MVP a VIP, which means adding Ezzo pepperoni. Ezzo is an old-school pepperoni brand from Columbus, Ohio and considered some of the best pepperoni around. Of the cocktails, I tried the Emotional Damage and House Sangria. They were tasty. Towards the end of our meal, the head bartender personally delivered a second sangria to my wife, on the house. The bartender didn't think the first sangria was made right. How nice of her. Trivia: If you've watched The Sopranos, they had a vegan pizza on the menu called the Artie Bucco, named after the restaurateur character from the show. That got me thinking maybe the Good/Bad Paulie was named after Paulie from the same show, but I think it's more likely named after mobster Paul Cicero from the movie Goodfellas.

This place is delicious. It was already packed the two times I went but I think this will be a popular and known spot very soon. I would recommend making reservations because it seems to always be busy and the bar is pretty small and tight if you happen to find room there (it was packed both times too). They have indoor and outdoor seating and parking is best at the pay-to-park parking lot across the street. Everyone is very friendly and both times I was greeted by a friendly hostess and had a great server. All together in both visits I tried their famous burger, the wings, caesar salad, cheesy garlic sticks, and various pizzas. The burger is phenomenal. I usually like pickles but theirs are extremely sweet so the first time I felt like it threw off the burger but I got them on the side the second time and the burger was perfection. This is definitely a top 5 burger in the area and I am extremely picky when it comes to rating a burger. I didn't care for the wings or the caesar salad. The salad was kinda dry and tangy, and the chicken in it felt boiled. The chicken wings were very mediocre. I wouldn't get either dish again. I enjoyed the cheesy garlic sticks with the pesto on them and thought the marinara was very flavorful. I LOVED the vodka pizza. It was 10/10. I also love a perfect deep dish pizza so I was already satisfied. We added burrata to it, but after trying the ricotta on another pizza we wish we did ricotta instead. Since you can't customize the speciality pizzas, we created our own for the second pizza with ricotta and fried chicken. The fried chicken was not good at all and tasted fake. I would've rather just got a margherita. I do not recommend that topping. However the vodka is great and people seem to love the pepperoni pizzas. The truffle one looks amazing too, I just don't have friends who like mushrooms like me.

Snuck into the new Emmy Squared Pizza at Brightleaf on opening day and it was delicious! A concept from Brooklyn, actually serves up Detroit-style pizza which is thick like pan pizza but features rich and buttery cheese, browned to the edges. Emmy sits in the open courtyard area at Brightleaf and is easy to find. The space is large, open and basic with a smallish bar in the back. Choose from a handful of apps, salads, and pizzas in specialty combos or build your own. Supposedly the burgers here rock, too. We did the vodka and Big Hawaiian pies which were quite good. Two or three slices and you're done. The garlic cheesy bread is pretty good but may be too much in the way of carbs. Great to have Emmy in the area. The only other places I know doing Detroit style pies are Hutchins Garage (Wednesdays) and Trophy Pizza on (Mondays). So enjoy it, Durham!

Amazing spot for some Detroit-style pizza! This place has a great vibe, with a nice bar and several TVs if you're looking to catch a game. The customer service was excellent--our server, Mackenzie, was super nice and helpful with recommendations. The Big Ang pizza was cheesy, the crust was crispy, and the sauce was delicious. I highly recommend checking this place out!

Emmy's is a chic, casual yet upscale pizza place in the heart of downtown Durham. We had fantastic service despite an almost full restaurant, and the pizza was even better. The crust was fluffy on the inside and crunchy on the outside, and the toppings were delicious. The pizza sauce was also fantastic. I would absolutely come back to try their mozzarella sticks and other pizzas.

The best pizza I've ever had also has the best gluten free pizza too my mom has to have gluten free pizza and this is the best the service is amazing and the waiters are very friendly

Detroit style pizza! Super cute restaurant, friendly service and good food. Had the Brussel sprout salad, which was a delicious surprise! Great flavor combo. Even my husband liked it. Pizza was good, crispy edges and chewy on the inside. Good drink options too! Definitely one to keep on the list.

Hot honey pizza!! I really enjoyed the thick deep dish style and it was a perfect amount for two people! It is a bit pricey but will definitely be coming back and trying a new combo

Emmy Squared is a small but growing chain of pizzerias specializing in Detroit style pies. My wife, brother in law, and I visited the Durham location for a recent, weeknight dinner and had an overall mixed experience. This location of Emmy Squared resides in the Brightleaf Square complex. Street parking around the area is limited, however a large lot with 2 hours of complimentary parking for customers can be found right next to the development. We made reservations to be safe, but found them completely unnecessary as the restaurant was mostly empty on a weeknight. We ordered two large pizzas (the VIP and a custom red pie with sausage and jalapeños), which ended up being a little too much food for three hungry diners. The VIP seemed unique in concept with both vodka and pesto sauces, Calabrian chili, pepperoni, and a sesame seed crust. Ultimately, we found that pizza a little too indulgent and salty. Furthermore, the crust on the pizza felt a little undercooked and wet given the heft of toppings. Our custom red fared better with a more puffy, light crust and slightly more restrained salt content. If we were to return, we would definitely opt for the less indulgent pies to allow for better appreciation of the Detroit style bases. The food at Emmy Squared earned four stars, but I have to dock a star for service. Our waitress failed to make us feel welcome and unnecessarily rushed our meal despite the emptiness of the restaurant and the relatively late closing time. For example, as soon as we sat down she asked us if we wanted to put appetizers in, and seemed annoyed when we asked for a chance to look at the menu. Similarly, she asked us if we wanted dessert and a box for leftovers in the middle of our dinner while we were actively eating our pizzas. Overall, we found the pizzas at Emmy Square indulgent but worth a try. Perhaps opt for takeout given the service issues we encountered.

We had to wait over an hour for our table but we killed the time just a few doors down at clouds brewing with a pitch of beer. The pizza was really good! My boyfriend felt like the waitress undersold how spicy the pepperoni pizza with jalapeño was. The margarita was so good! The corner pieces are super to the middle. For some reason... maybe the sauce, we found the middle piece too salty. Our waitress was good and we didn't get to try any drinks because of our wait down the street but I would definitely go back. It's not as laid back of an atmosphere as your traditional pizza spot.

Love this place! I was introduced during a recent visit to Atlanta and was stoked to find out a location opened in the triangle. It's a great addition to the brightleaf district where it's surrounded by other restaurants frequented by foodies alike. I opted for the vegetarian pizza that was dressed with 3 different sauce (regular, vodka, and pesto) and complimented with a sesame seed crust. AMAZING!! It's light, fresh, and flavorful. Average price for 6 slices is about $20. They have other food options too if you're feeling hungry. The burgers appear to be popular as well. This is definitely on the list of places to go for great pizza. It matched the same experience I had in Atlanta. Oh their drinks are good too! They aren't overly sweet which is a major plus and the bartenders are very friendly. Great service all around!

I went to the pre grand opening and the pizza was so delicious that I was back opening week. The pizza ingredients are so fresh and the drinks are tasty. I have to return to try some appetizers. The staff has always been friendly as well. I love the open space indoors and outdoors, as well as the intimate bar area. I also love the location in Brightleaf.

Did not disappoint! Service was great and pizza was incredible. We ordered the Big Ang, Colony, and Caesar Salad. Got the regular size and had 6 pieces leftover between 2 of us. Has made great leftovers!! The table next to us ordered the Zia Fries and to say we were jealous was an understatement. Oz our server was very helpful and knowledgeable. Sat on the patio, although loud being next to the road, it is a good spot in the shade.

When I heard they were opening a location in Bright leaf, my girlfriend and I were pumped up. We were first introduced to Emmy back when I was in Charlotte for a work trip. We were hungry and just so happened to stumble upon the location there. Ever since that day we we're hooked. Came here for an early dinner and you can tell this place is brand new by how long it took us to get seated. Staff was super friendly and kind but we came way before the Saturday dinner rush and we even offered to sit at the bar so if I had to knock off any points it was for that. Once we sat down we knew exactly what we were getting. We ordered the Cheesy Garlic Sticks and shared a small big Hawaiian pie. No pic of the sticks but these were phenomenal! The pesto they add to this just take these to a new level. The pizza was just as good as I remember. I'm a sucker for a deep dish, Sicilian like pizza so this is now my go to pizza place since moving to NC from NY. As someone who is not the biggest pineapple on pizza person also, they don't add so much where it feels like you're just eating the bowl of the fruit. Check online for their specials as well but I encourage anyone and everyone who wants good pizza, hit up Emmys.

We went here for the first time tonight and are already strategizing about when we can come back! We had the big Hawaiian pizza and we loved the toppings. I appreciated the thick and crispy crust and that they even put the pizza on a little cooling rack so it stays crisp!

Emmy's Pizza: A New Yorker's Review Living in New York for more than 40 years, I had to write an honest review. Hands down, five stars! I've ordered here more than 50 times. The reasons I'm giving it five stars are the following: consistency, customer service, food quality, taste, presentation, and cleanliness. This is my go-to spot if you have an extra few dollars. This knocks Pizza Hut out of the box by a thousand when it comes to quality. Not only do they have options for gluten-free or Detroit-style, but this place also doesn't leave you hungry. Yeah, you might pay a little bit more than Pizza Hut, but it's truly worth it for the fine dining experience. Let's get to about 90% of the menu. Let's start with the Margherita: delicious, crispy crust, fresh mozzarella, and the sweet basil they put on top. Definitely five stars. Let's get to the next square pie pizza. By the way, just to let you know, I've been to over 100 pizza places in North Carolina, having lived here for 12 years, and this is definitely my top along with Anna's Pizza, but we'll talk about that later. I've been dying to find a vodka pizza because the best vodka pizza I found was in New York by a restaurant called Artichoke's Pizza. They make the most delicious vodka pizza in NYC, but back to NC... I wish they put a little bit more vodka sauce on the pizza, but it's still delicious. I haven't found a vodka pizza in North Carolina that comes even close. Next stop, the impeccable Roni pepperoni pizza (apologize if I'm butchering the name). It gives you a surprising spicy kick, but not too overwhelming. I had to buy it five times just for the true experience. It's a legend. They even brought back my Bodega days in Spanish Harlem with the chopped cheese on a pretzel bun. The pretzel bun was so delicious, a little pricey, but like I said, so delicious. Ground chopped cheese, seasoned to perfection with grilled onions and peppers. It's a must-try if you have the pocket. Now last but not least, and if this is a mistake, I apologize... the chicken sandwich. My family loved it, BUT I believe they make it with chicken thighs. I'm a chicken breast fan, so it was mediocre to me, but definitely fresh ingredients. If you don't mind chicken thigh, you're going to love this one. Oh, and lastly, I had a birthday party for somebody and the customer service went out of their way.. if you don't try this place, then your Nuts That's my review. I hope you enjoyed it!

Emmy Squared is a new Detroit-style pizza spot that opened in Brightleaf Square! When we arrived at around 6PM on a Friday, we were told that we would have to wait 2 hours for a table because we didn't have a reservation. However, after a few minutes the hostess kindly offered us a spot at the bar. We started our meal with the Zia Fries, which were delicious! They were smothered in queso and ranch and topped with some bacon and scallions. For our pizzas we ordered the Big Hawaiian and Big Ang. Both came out hot and had a nice crunch! The Hawaiian was balanced and we liked the chile glaze that was drizzled on top. The Big Ang was quite cheesy and also had a nice tangy bite from the banana peppers. Two regular pizzas and the fries were more than enough to feed our party of 3 and send us home with leftovers. Overall, we enjoyed the food, but one thing to note was that for the entire 1.5 hours we were there, the restaurant was at most half-full. We're not sure if the supposed 2 hour wait was due to staffing or if there was a huge party that never showed up, but it was minorly inconvenient to sit as a group of 3 at the bar when we were told that the tables next to us were reserved yet empty the entire meal.

I love this place for pizza. Found it originally in NYC and came to this new location. Pizza is 10/10-Flavor, crust, toppings. I had the brownie for dessert and it was very dry and too salty. I am still giving 5/5 based on the pizza is better than most chains.

Of course, we came for the pizza, but we tried some other menu items that were equally delicious! We ordered the Zia fries and wings for our apps, which immediately let us know that we were in for a good meal cause they both HIT! For entrees, we shared a chopped cheese and the Good Paulie Pizza. The chopped cheese was super simple but the pretzel bun took it up a notch and the Good Paulie, the only sauceless za in the menu and topped with caramelized onions, sausage, and smoked gouda, was amazing! I also saw that they have a gluten-free crust option and vegan cheese, so it seems like this is a great spot for those of you with dietary restrictions/preferences.

Pizza is good, Detroit style with thick crust and by nature a little oily but not as much as I've had before. The real highlight for me was the skillet cookie sundae. I would come back for that. Pizza was delicious but heavy. We like sitting on the outdoor patio in warmer weather. Staff was friendly too.

Food amazing had the Brussels and squash appetizer was fantastic we also for the second time got the big Hawaiian and we trid the Ang make sure you get the large because you'll want leftovers!! Lucille is the best was our person for both of our visits!! You will love the food and the service!

The pizza was delicious!!! This was the best pizza I've had in a while. I hope the quality continues. A lot of places start out good and then start cutting costs. Meanwhile, I'm planning to go back soon! One thing I found annoying is the lowest preset tip choice was 20% when you use the tap card feature. I wound up doing a custom tip, but this is annoying. It's happening everywhere. I got a takeout which did not warrant a 20% tip. I wound up doing a custom tip.

This was our first time eating here as we wanted to try somewhere new for a date night. Although the pizza was incredible, the service was not. After waiting 20 minutes after we were sat at our table, my husband had to go up to the host and ask if anyone would be able to take our drink order. Once our waiter greeted us, took our order, and gave us our drinks, he did not come to our table again until our pizza came out around 45 minutes later (although we could see him walking around/folding pizza boxes in the back). We then ordered another drink but he didn't bring it over until we finished our food. I thought it was just our waiter, but we rarely saw the staff check in with any table and heard people around us asking where their waiters were and how long the food would be. Overall, we are not much of review people but were let down with the service and hope that changes since the food was so good.

We were searching for new place to eat, and this place was a surprise to us. Clean and nice facilities. We shared the Brussel sprout salad, which was EXCELLENT! The best we've ever had. Also shared a large pizza which was more than we could eat, and therefore took some home. The pizza was very good and a little different than other pizzas. We would definitely recommend you try this restaurant.

Caesar salad is really good. Dressing is homemade! The pizza is delicious! We went twice in a week! Tip: the booths are not made for tall and or plus sized people. You cannot cross your legs under the booth table if you are taller than 5ft4in. Request a regular table and you will be

Top notch Detroit-style pizza downtown Durham. It was our first time and the menu offers so many tantalizing options...we'll be back again and again.

I had their famous burger and it did not disappoint! Their menu had some very unique and delicious sounding items, but I had to try their burger as it was ranked 1 in the USA. my husband couldn't make it so I got to chat with, my server, Lucinda. I very much enjoyed it!

This place is absolutely delicious. Our group tried the Zia fries, cheesy garlic sticks, mozzarella sticks, chicken parmesan sandwich, and the classic pizza. Nothing disappointed. Our server was knowledgeable and helped us make great decisions. We loved her! The place is a bit small so you might want to get a reservation if you plan on going during busy hours. The music made a great atmosphere. Overall, it was so good we went back the next night to try new things! Get the Zia fries. They were the best thing on the menu and probably the best thing I've ever eaten.

Amazing food , drinks and service. The gluten free pizza here is very good- like unbelievable how good it is. The crust is chewy and delicious , not like the usual cardboard gluten free crust. Relaxed vibes

Mediocre food honestly. I've had real Detroit pizza ans this isn't it. The setting is nice and the server was attentive. It looked like they spent more time on the decor than the food itself. I wouldn't go again. As well as it being a bit pricy. If you want decent drinks then this is a place for that.

This ain't no ordinary pizza place. There was not a single thing here that wasn't the best we'd ever eaten. Lucy ... maybe the best bartender ever ... no debate. If you like a Manhattan, have the Fiscally Irresponsible. If you like an Old Fashioned, have the Intrusive Thought. Whatever you have, you won't be disappointed.

I'll preface this by saying if it were based only on the food it would be a 5. If you could add decimal points, I would say, 4.4. Pizza is exceptional, crispy, cheesy, good toppings, easily the best currently available in Durham. Wing s were tasty, could have been cooked longer. Burger was tasty as were the waffle fries, but the pizza was by far the best. My reason for a minimal deduction was the service, not very attentive, maybe a little understaffed, but not equivalent to the price paid for the food itself. The refresh of the old El Rodeo space is nice. Add more staff, or raise the service expectation of current staff, and this place would be top notch. Happy to have an Emmy Squared in Durham!

THIS?! This is $11?!?! A few chunks of iceberg and two anchovies is trash. Our wing order was also short one. Maybe the delivery driver ate it? This wouldn't be acceptable at a hole in the wall in a strip mall. DO. BETTER.

Been here several times now. Both inside and for takeout. I feel they are still working out staffing kinks. Service has been odd or shoddy each time. Looking for this to improve with time. I like this place. My favorite pizza these days is Fullsteam. Found Emmy to be somewhat similar yet unique in a good way. Delicious toppings and a great thick chewy crust with that outer crunch. Perfect location! Nice ambiance. I will keep coming back. Hoping to improve the rating in the future. 4 stars today.

My wife can't eat gluten so when we heard about this INCREDIBLE GF pizza we had to try it out. It lived up to the hype and then some. Food was awesome, service was fast and friendly, and the restaurant was nice with great vibes. I can't recommend this place enough. We will be regulars for sure

Stopped by here to get a quick bite on a concert day! Our server Jaida was kind and attentive! Great recommendations. We sat outside and the tables have umbrellas to protect from the sun. Got a Kick In The Falls to drink, and the mozzarella sticks were wonderful! Of note was the red sauce, perfectly tangy and fresh tasting, everything was well balanced without being over salted! Definitely would love to see what their pizza tastes like next time I stop by! Unfortunately we're from out of town, but had a lovely little stop!

Fabulous pizza!! I come from Chicago, and this pizza more than stands up to any pizza I get at home. Service so nice and overall a really nice meal! I will for sure be back!

We ordered three pizzas from here. The classic, the Colony and Good Paulie. The Colony and Good Paulie were really tasty. The classic not so much. Just make sure you select mozzarella. When I got the pizza, I was disappointed because it was, just bread and sauce. When I looked at my order, I made a mistake and didn't click mozzarella.