Florida Pizza

RE: Florida Pizza (NJskeeter)

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:11:31 GMT

quote:
Originally posted by Baah Ben

NJskeeter...Where do you live in Jeerzy? I'm from Bergen County..I am glad you liked Anthony's and the wings..Anyway, if you are in the Hackensack area...Go to Brooklyn Pizza..Another really good one! Coal fired pizza..Wonderful. I hear Hoboken has some really good pizza places, too. Boy, that town has come a long way dining wise from what I hear.

Next time you are back in So Fla do try to go to John the Baker (my favorite but it's out west) or Mario the Baker....Go at lunch during the week when they have their weekday specials. You get your own individual pie and 3 of the most incredible garlic rolls you will ever have in your life. I have never seen them served like this anyplace else.

Thanks for the report. Glad to see Anthony's is still great.

I'm on the Union/Somerset county line and I'm rarely up in Bergen county for anything, and there's a lot of awesome stuff not too far from me. I'm originally from Elizabeth so I still make the drive to Spirito's for the best pizza/Veal parm combo on earth and then walk down the street to DiCosmo's for the best lemon ice on earth hands down. I also love the Reservoir in South Orange and Michelino's, which has a few locations around Union County. Anyway, back to the topic...I will definitely check out John or Mario next time we're down there, which will hopefully be within the next year or so. Thanks for the recommendations.

RE: Florida Pizza (Baah Ben)

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:50:54 GMT

NJskeeter...Where do you live in Jeerzy? I'm from Bergen County..I am glad you liked Anthony's and the wings..Anyway, if you are in the Hackensack area...Go to Brooklyn Pizza..Another really good one! Coal fired pizza..Wonderful. I hear Hoboken has some really good pizza places, too. Boy, that town has come a long way dining wise from what I hear.

Next time you are back in So Fla do try to go to John the Baker (my favorite but it's out west) or Mario the Baker....Go at lunch during the week when they have their weekday specials. You get your own individual pie and 3 of the most incredible garlic rolls you will ever have in your life. I have never seen them served like this anyplace else.

Thanks for the report. Glad to see Anthony's is still great.

RE: Florida Pizza (NJskeeter)

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 14:40:44 GMT

I just got back from Lauderdale a few days ago and didn't have time to hit John or Mario but went to Anthony's again and was totally blown away this time. We did try the wings and they were great. I've had better elsewhere but these were different and addictive. I had to save room for our ricotta meatball pie though. This pizza was exquisite. The mini meatballs were perfect and the blend of ricotta and mozzarella on top of their sauce was amazing. The best part was that underneath all that, the crust actually held up and stayed crisp somehow. This is a pie I will be longing for until my next vacation down there.

RE: Florida Pizza (Baah Ben)

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 17:28:38 GMT

Don - I wonder if someone brought the rights to franchise Mario The Baker? For years, they never were any place else but NMB. Then that neighborhood changed, for the worse. One of their cousins (I believe that's who he was) made a terrific business move and opened his own Mario's, but he called it John The Baker in Pembroke Pines right near where we lived. He absolutely killed! Same fantastic garlic rolls (have you ever had any better?)and great individual pizzas..thin crust, fresh clumps of sausage, etc. What a business he developed in the 5th fastest growing city in the entire country at that time...The early 2000's.

He was so smart. He sponsored local teams and hired high school kids to work in his restaurant. But, they had to maintain their grades. He would actually check their report cards each marking period. A wonderful young man and an asset to the community. I loved living in Pembroke Pines. The place was filled with families every single night.

I'd have thought he'd (his name is John) be the one who would have run with the franchise idea. That's what makes me think someone with deep pockets took over Mario The Baker and saw an opportunity to franchinse it and get into some better areas of town, too.

They are franchising or at least openiong other branches of Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, too. Boy, if I had to choose were to eat my pizza amongst these two places, it would be very, very tough. So different and yet both so good in their own ways.

Ok Don..Here's the big question I continue to ask...Have you tried _____________yet?

RE: Florida Pizza (MiamiDon)

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:26:30 GMT

Baah Ben:

Thanks for reminding me about[url='http://www.mariothebakerpizza.com/locations.htm']Mario the Baker[/url]. A vendor in North Miami used to buy me lunch at the original location on West Dixie Highway frequently. Maybe it being free swayed my taste, but I enjoyed the single-serving pizza with pepperoni, and the great garlic rolls. Definitely needed to wash up after that - lots of olive oil, etc. If you follow the link above, you'll see that they have sprouted up all over the place (and still expanding).

RE: Florida Pizza (Baah Ben)

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 02:02:58 GMT

Skeeter - John The Baker and Mario the Baker..All interrelated cousins, brothers, in-breds, whatever. If you go at lunch, they have a special where you get an individual pie (thin..get their sausage) along with the star of the show..Their incredible garlic rolls. No, these are not those lousy knots/twists whatever..These are nothing like that! The best I have ever had. I doubt you will find these in NJ/NYC.

I've never found them any place else than in these restaurants from this particular family. Your pizza (especially for you) will be an after thought. I would not order anything else at Mario's or John The Baker, but the pizza and the garlic rolls.

Try Anthony's wings. They are really special. Made with fresh rosemary, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Just give them a shot one time. And no, this is Florida and not New Haven or Manhattan. But, Anthony's is good enough for a lot of us transplants...Hey, aside from Cuban food, BBQ and perhaps seafood, nothing is going to compare to NYC in Florida is it?

Incidently, if you are near Anthony's again on Federal Highway in Ft. Lauderdale, head north and go to Tom Jenkin's for some of the best BBQ you will ever have. Next to Arthur Bryant's and Big Bob Gibson's, its the best I've ever had. That will most likely be better than NYC! You might like Tark's, too.

One other place you will like coming from Jeerzee...The Rustic Inn on Griffin Road (get the golden crabs if they have them) I don't think you are going to find a place like this in NJ/NY either.

RE: Florida Pizza (Fred12582)

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:27:26 GMT

In Bradenton exit 220 D.Americos Pizzeria just opened up. The owner is from NY and makes a great pie. Or 25 miles north of you Exit 246 (Big Bend Rd. Apollo Beach/Riverview) East Coast Pizza The owner is also from NY. They have been there for almost 4 years, and also makes a great pie.

RE: Florida Pizza (NJskeeter)

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 03:57:52 GMT

quote:
Originally posted by Baah Ben

Surprised you thought it was only decent...I love the place. It is a different type of pizza though..Did you happen to also order their wings?

More traditional type would be John The Baker...I love that place, too. Fantastic garlic rolls..thin crust pizza..Very good...I THINK

Oh I thought it was very good, just not blown away. I'm from New Jersey and have had the best of the best around here and have travelled to New Haven, so I'm very hard to impress. I didn't try their wings because I like mine fried.

As for Primanti Bros...the Lauderdale location looks like it's a block away from where I'm staying. I ate at one near Pittsburgh over the summer and didn't like their pizza at all. A major pet peeve of mine is onions in pizza sauce, and their sauce had a lot of onions in it. If I wanted onions in my pizza, I'd order it as a topping. Anyway, that wasn't the only thing I didn't like about the pizza. It came out far too underdone for me. This primanti's looks different because I hear they serve breakfast too. Actually I think they're open 24/7. Chances are I'll give them a shot for lunch since I'll be on the beach nearby.

I'll keep my eye out for John the Baker, from your description it sounds good to me.

RE: Florida Pizza (cavandre)

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 09:14:11 GMT

quote:
Originally posted by NJskeeter

I'll be visting Fort Lauderdale in a few weeks. I've been to Anthony's Coal Fired and thought it was pretty decent.

I liked their crust, but the sauce was a little too sweet for my taste.

RE: Florida Pizza (MetroplexJim)

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:17:29 GMT

quote:
Originally posted by NJskeeter

I'll be visting Fort Lauderdale in a few weeks. I've been to Anthony's Coal Fired and thought it was pretty decent. Anybody have any other suggestions in the area?

My goodness! Primanti Bros. - the Pittsburgh legend known for its "meal on a hunk of bread" sandwiches - has opened in Florida!

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=primanti+bros+ft+lauderdale&fb=1&view=text&latlng=7340060286224089153&dtab=2&sa=X&oi=local_result&resnum=1&ct=result

And they are getting rave reviews for their pizza! Strangely, they have never offered pizza in their original stores.

Try it and let us know.

RE: Florida Pizza (Baah Ben)

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 03:00:35 GMT

Surprised you thought it was only decent...I love the place. It is a different type of pizza though..Did you happen to also order their wings?

More traditional type would be John The Baker...I love that place, too. Fantastic garlic rolls..thin crust pizza..Very good...I THINK

RE: Florida Pizza (NJskeeter)

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 02:39:58 GMT

I'll be visting Fort Lauderdale in a few weeks. I've been to Anthony's Coal Fired and thought it was pretty decent. Anybody have any other suggestions in the area?

RE: Florida Pizza (lambchop)

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 11:43:26 GMT

Thanks for the suggestions

RE: Florida Pizza (ann peeples)

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 10:46:02 GMT

lambchop-when I am in a place and unfamiliar with restaurants,I ask the locals( like people working at grocery stores, etc.)While having gotten some bad advice, I have mostly gotten sent to good places...
Chicago Pizza
1227 Miramar St, Cape Coral, FL
LA VILLA GARDENS
4703 Sw 16th Pl, Cape Coral, FL
Maria's Restaurant & Pizzeria
(239) 945-6006
1224 Se 46th Ln, Cape Coral, FL 33904 Map it | Get directions
Cross Streets: Between Vincennes Blvd and SE 15th Ave

RE: Florida Pizza (lambchop)

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 09:53:11 GMT

I just moved to Cape Coral, Florida and have yet to find a good pizza. I LOVE LOVE LOVE pizza!!! I just have to find the perfect pizza. Any suggestions??

RE: Florida Pizza (ces1948)

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:16:45 GMT

Poppa Louie's in Port St. Lucie on US 1 near the intersection of Prima Vista Blvd in an old Pizza Hut building. Poppa Louie is the chief cook and bottle washer and makes a fine pie.

RE: Florida Pizza (crew84row)

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 19:08:34 GMT

Moon River Pizza--Jacksonville

spinach mushroom garlic

Classic Special

Maui Wowi--ham, pineapple and banana peppers

RE: Florida Pizza (MiamiDon)

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 15:22:06 GMT

Have Camera, Will Travel.

It seems that there are at least three, unrelated "Steve's" pizza places in Miami-Dade County, and at least one place in Broward that advertises itself as "Steve's Wood-fired Pizza".

I just read in the New Times review that Woody's has new owners, and that they have expanded their burger offerings. It also mentions that they have been in that location since 1954. I remember when it was not air-conditioned.

Thanks for the tip on the bakery.

RE: Florida Pizza (Baah Ben)

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 09:12:22 GMT

MiamiDon..Yup..Woodies. It's good. Not what I assume is a traditional Philly Cheesesteak (I still have never had one in Philly) but tasty like you said.

I had no idea there were any other Steve's..Not that that's an unusual name. So, maybe there are some others trying to cash in on Steve's name?

Oh, when you are in North MIami, try to get to Steve's!!! I'll be interested to hear your opinion. Try to wait for a fresh pie to come out of the oven, if you can. This way, for your effort, you'll get their "best shot."

There is also(or was?)a great artisan bakery up the street..before Woody's, on the same side of the street. In the old Roadhouse Grill Shopping Center. They do (or use to?) provide breads and pastries to many good restaurants in the area. If it is still there, go there, too.

RE: Florida Pizza (MiamiDon)

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 07:46:24 GMT

BaahBen:

OK, so the "Steve's" are like "Ray's" in NYC. I'm in that part of North Miami a couple of times per month, so I see a couple of slices in my future.

I know that steak sub place - it's "Woodie's". I haven't eaten there in a while, but I remember the sandwiches as being tasty.

RE: Florida Pizza (Baah Ben)

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 15:56:12 GMT

MiamiDon - Unless you live up in North Miami, it's not the Steve's I'm recommending. Steve's is not a chain..There is only one legitimate Steve's in South Florida..It is a block South of 123rd Street and it's on Biscayne Blvd. It's a free standing building on the east side of Biscayne Blvd. It has been there for at least 25 years.

Go on a Saturday around noon to get the "real feel" for this place. Order a couple of slices and enjoy You won't be alone...All the NY transplants and snowbirds (depending on the time of the year, of course)will be there with you.

There's another place I'd suggest you try right nearby, too. Head North on Biscayne Blvd after you try a slice or two, and drive up to around 130th or so, there is a steak sandwich place (brown and white stripe awning) on the same side of the road as Steve's. This is a family run business also more than 25 years old. This is a very good product. I think you will like it. An unusual sandwich with a Heinz 57 type sauce.....

RE: Florida Pizza (MiamiDon)

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 15:22:59 GMT

quote:
Originally posted by Baah Ben

MyTerry - I did not read where in Florida you now live...

Look we may not have a lot (as in quantity) great pizza places in Florida, but we have enough. You can only eat at one place at a time right? In So. Florida, I'll put Steve's in NMB against anything up north for a "NY slice" Witness the fact that the place is loaded with visiting NY'ers and annual snowbirds on Saturdays at lunch time. Steve's has been doing this for many, many years. It is an institution in So FL. Try it. Also, Mario the Baker makes better garlic rolls han most places anywhere..In North Miami and in Pembroke Pines. Hey, I'm from Northern NJ. I remember some good pizza and good Italian..and some not so good, too!

We also have a terrific brick oven pizza chain called Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza in Ft. Lauderdale and Boca. There are a few others...In Ft. Lauderdale, there is a terrific Italian restaurant Casa Di Angelo.....No, I cannot give you a big list! How many places do you need?

I'm sorry if I missed where you live. That would help me too convince you we have some decent places here..

So, you recommend the Steve's chain? There's one on US-1 less than two miles from my house, but I have never tried it.

RE: Florida Pizza (cavandre)

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 14:45:47 GMT

In the Space Coast area, Brooklyn Pizza & Pasta makes a very creditable NYC style pie & also available by the slice.

http://brooklynpizzapasta.com/

RE: Florida Pizza (Baah Ben)

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:42:04 GMT

MyTerry - I did not read where in Florida you now live...

Look we may not have a lot (as in quantity) great pizza places in Florida, but we have enough. You can only eat at one place at a time right? In So. Florida, I'll put Steve's in NMB against anything up north for a "NY slice" Witness the fact that the place is loaded with visiting NY'ers and annual snowbirds on Saturdays at lunch time. Steve's has been doing this for many, many years. It is an institution in So FL. Try it. Also, Mario the Baker makes better garlic rolls han most places anywhere..In North Miami and in Pembroke Pines. Hey, I'm from Northern NJ. I remember some good pizza and good Italian..and some not so good, too!

We also have a terrific brick oven pizza chain called Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza in Ft. Lauderdale and Boca. There are a few others...In Ft. Lauderdale, there is a terrific Italian restaurant Casa Di Angelo.....No, I cannot give you a big list! How many places do you need?

I'm sorry if I missed where you live. That would help me too convince you we have some decent places here..

RE: Florida Pizza (hutt)

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 05:13:24 GMT

quote:
Originally posted by myterry2

I live in FL for 7 months out of the year...probably been more places than you could ever think of, and all the pizza is the same...bad. Unless you have never been to NYC or Chicago or the NE, you are clueless about pizza. As far as my goes, I only call it as it is..no need to explain to anyone that any decent seafood in any form is not served at the Red Lobster. And if you have lived in FL your whole life, you have no idea what Italian food is either.
quote:
Originally posted by jimsock9

quote:
Originally posted by myterry2

All FL pizza....

You obviously don't know what you're talking about, but you're great at posting nothing but 's.
We have some superb pizza here in Florida, just as there is likely superb pizza in every state in the U.S.A.

MyTerry2[|)]
There's tons and tons of great pizza and Italian food in Florida.
It's everywhere. I'm born & raised in N.Y., boy, and you're just another hostile jerk that believes he's better than everyone else.
Jimsock was right. You have no right calling him clueless and saying he doesn't have any idea what Italian food is either(???).
I think Roadfood ousted the wrong poster.

RE: Florida Pizza (scullerton)

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:52:59 GMT

quote:
Originally posted by Greg2507

I'm on the west coast of Fl, around Bradenton, and STILL looking for NJ style thin pizza. I just read that Marucca's (of Seaside Heights, NJ) franchise that was up in Homosassa (north of Tampa) went belly up. Marucca's was and still is one heck of a good pizza. Sure hope another franchise pops up near us. Does anyone know of a good pizza down here?

Yea, I lost my home and life savings on building and running the marucas in homosassa,Fl. Still being sued, and cannot get a job anywhere for two years trying...

RE: Florida Pizza (sk bob)

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 21:14:14 GMT

sorry but I lived in new england & have had NYC & new haven pizza. they all taste the same except greek pizza which is better (to my tastes anyway).

RE: Florida Pizza (myterry2)

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 21:01:28 GMT

I live in FL for 7 months out of the year...probably been more places than you could ever think of, and all the pizza is the same...bad. Unless you have never been to NYC or Chicago or the NE, you are clueless about pizza. As far as my goes, I only call it as it is..no need to explain to anyone that any decent seafood in any form is not served at the Red Lobster. And if you have lived in FL your whole life, you have no idea what Italian food is either

quote:
Originally posted by jimsock9

quote:
Originally posted by myterry2

All FL pizza....

You obviously don't know what you're talking about, but you're great at posting nothing but 's.
We have some superb pizza here in Florida, just as there is likely superb pizza in every state in the U.S.A.

RE: Florida Pizza (sk bob)

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 20:42:52 GMT

sorry BaahBen,just had Pete's 15 mins ago. no different than paganos, grazianos, pizza dude, xtra pizza, grassionos, and the other pizza joints (exept stavros), they all taste the same. italian style thin crust thats half cold when you get it home & has minamal taste. YUCK!!!

RE: Florida Pizza (Davydd)

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 09:26:50 GMT

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