Benjamin M.
Yelp
I often seem to stop by places in the early afternoon; this isn't always on purpose, but I have usually found it is a good time to visit a restaurant.
This place, tucked away in a faux-castle-style mini mall off of McLoughlin Blvd, was peacefully empty when we arrived. The atmosphere was functional, but with a comfortable vibe. Service was very friendly, and they gave us time to peruse the menu. The offerings ranged from classic toppings like pepperoni, to more unusual pizzas. We decided on a combination of two of their more inventive creations: the Euskal (with an Arugula Pesto base, Mozzarella, Basque Chorizo, roasted mushrooms, roasted red peppers and Pecorino cheese) and the Korean BBQ Pork (Korean BBQ base with Gochujang, Mozzarella, Pork Belly, a Pineapple Pepper Salsa along with fresh Cilantro). They also had an interesting self-service pop machine with natural sodas. I went with cola. They also had some salads too, but today, I decided pizza was enough.
WOW! Each topping was careful cooked and seasoned perfectly, and together all combined in flavorful harmony! The Euskal was rich, complex, and the Chorizo had a wonderful char. The pesto was a great backdrop, and the mushrooms and peppers complemented the rich umami symphony with the cheese pulling it all together. The Korean BBQ was another winner, with spicy, complex notes along with sweetness from the pineapple salsa and the delightful pork belly. The fresh cilantro was a nice final touch to this flavor-packed pizza. And the crust was slightly sweet, wonderful chew and all in all had great texture with a complex taste. Superb! They owner even checked in with us and discussed the toppings and how they find some of the special ingredients. It was obvious they are a foodie and someone who loves and takes seriously what they do.
A great place for pizza in a slightly unexpected location. I am already planning a return visit! Highly recommended.