Vernholt R.
Yelp
"In loving memory of what used to be zucchini. 2025-2025."
If disappointment had a face, it would be these zucchini sticks.
What was supposed to be a crispy, golden appetizer arrived looking more like charcoal logs forgotten in a campfire. Completely blackened, dry as dust, and sprinkled with a sad pinch of what I assume was once Parmesan, these sticks were an insult to both zucchini and paying customers alike.
Each bite crumbled like ancient ruins in my mouth. I actually checked to make sure I hadn't accidentally ordered something from a survivalist training camp. Zucchini sticks this burnt should've come with their own death certificate.
Tony C's, if you're going to send out zucchini sticks this burnt, you might as well throw in a tetanus shot and call it a day. At least then I'd feel like I got my money's worth.
Now for part two
Redemption Delivered
After the Great Zucchini Debacle , I wasn't sure if I should laugh, cry, or just go somewhere else.
But then -- like a cheesy knight in shining armor -- Tony C's 16" pepperoni pizza showed up and completely redeemed the day.
The Pizza:
Absolute beauty but cold on arrival. Thin yet sturdy crust that held up like a champ. Plenty of pepperoni -- none of that sad, sparse sprinkle you get at other places. The cheese was melted, but congealed due to the cold temp, the sauce was perfectly tangy, and the pepperoni had those glorious crispy edges that dreams are made of. Pro tip: order the 16" , because anything smaller might make you regret that you didn't get more.
The Caesar Salad:
Fresh, crisp romaine, not that soggy bagged stuff. The dressing was bold without being overpowering, and they didn't skimp on the Parmesan (thank you). Bonus points for the garlic knot subbing for croutons.
The Garden Salad:
Simple, fresh, and exactly what a garden salad should be. Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots -- the whole colorful squad was present and accounted for. Perfect as a lighter sidekick to the meal.
Final Verdict:
Forget the zucchini sticks -- Tony C's is all about the pizza and the salads. There's major room for improvement in the sides department. And food temp? Your pizza should have arrived wearing a parka. Ice cold!
Two stars with the potential for five. At a cost of $80 all in (heavy sigh with a sprinkling of outrage) you can do better.
Pro Tip #2. Eat there. Door Dash while convenient did Tony C's no favors here.