Matt F.
Yelp
Finally made it to Pizza Barn after all these years.
They were at another location, but that area is notorious for horrid parking - hence why my lazy self never went. I always planned for it, but then I saw they were moving to a new location and I knew once they moved in and renovated, I would at long last get to try them.
Let's get this out of the way - yes, the "Super Slice" is a gimmick. But it's a gimmick which has worked out well for them. I've seen their videos years ago. Most businesses would love that exposure and it's clearly good for their business. Yes, I know how the slice is made - and they've been up front with it in those videos, so not a big deal. Though it has never been that far away from me, I'd have never heard of this place if not for those videos regarding the super slice, so it's good business for them. Just mentioning that for the ones who dismiss this place solely based off that.
That being said, I came in the very first day they opened at this newer location. For locals, this used to be DOCS but Pizza Barn completely renovated the building and lot. Yes, they have a small parking lot with a space or two right in front.
Place was bustling. I'm unsure if this is the norm or it's because they just opened here - or maybe it was a typical Friday night. I went in the very next day - Saturday - and it was the same. Despite the lines/crowd, the ones behind the counter were very nice and attentive - which goes a long way.
Tried the "Super Slice" the first night and came back the next day to try a regular pizza pie. The Super Slice is what it is. It wasn't bad at all. I preferred the regular pie honestly - maybe it's just because I also like crust with my slices when the Super Slice only has 2 pieces with crust. Crust here is thick and I do like it.
I've said this in every pizzeria review and I'll type it once again: not all pizza or pizzerias are good. Not everyone's taste buds are the same and people generally have their preferences. But there is a such thing as bad pizza and good pizza. This was easily not the greatest I've ever had, but far from the worst. Both the Super Slice and the regular pie were filling and tasted just fine.
The online menu was slightly different than the one inside. They had no take out menus at the time, so I had to just read the one in store. The fridge is limiting, but the Mexican Coke/Sprite is a big plus. As I said, everyone inside was good despite the madness. They have about 6 or so tables inside to dine in.
They have the small parking lot and there's about 2 spots in front to park in. Due to the Casino, most of the side streets have permits required, so keep that in mind.
There are literally 3 other pizzerias in less than a mile from this location, so they need to keep on their toes here, which I'm sure they will as they've been in business for a long time. Everything was good enough, that I will certainly come back here again. I do want to try their one pound garlic knot and their stuffed crust with garlic.
It's easy to dismiss a place over a "gimmick", expect something more, and then say "that's it?" - but the "gimmick" has worked and unless something changes, this place is more than just the "gimmick". Keep expectations in the right place and you'll be fine.
