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DEL.ICIO.USWho Needs Pillsbury? We’ve got Shorty’s
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
AT RIGHT: NOW that’s a pie: Rosa’s Pizza on Broad Street downtown makes the best pie in town.
Photo: Phil Skinner/AJC staff
As the Pillsbury Cook-Off gets off the ground today, it seems appropriate to announce a baking contest a little closer to home.
Shorty’s, the neighborhood pizza joint in Atlanta and Tucker, has announced their first “inaugural pizza design pro-am” contest.
Here’s a (short) list of the rules:
Anyone can enter as many times as they like.
Each entry costs a buck.
Bootlegging recipes from other pizza joints is okay. (This one really disturbs me in the originality department, but it’s not my contest.)
The pizza name must have street cred. (I’m not sure what they mean by this one, either — does this mean the pizza name should be recognizable, or that is should sound like a rapsta? Since all — or most — of Shorty’s pizzas are named after rock stars, maybe that’s what they mean.)
Write neatly. (This one cracks me up. But if they can’t read it, they can’t judge it.)
Max number of toppings allowed is five.
Pizzas are judged on name, originality, appearance, taste and here’s the best one — food cost. (So don’t go thinking this is the time to introduce that foie gras pizza you’ve been working on to the world.)
Competition begins now and ends on June 6 at midnight. Ten finalists will be announced on June 10. Final judging and awards will be given on Sunday, June 6 at 2 p.m. at the Tucker location, 3701 Lawrenceville Highway, 770-414-6999. The prize? The winning pizza will be put on the menu at both Shorty’s locations.
More info? Call Bryan Wilson, 404-315-6262, or Brian Hogan, 404-285-7234.
So here’s the real question: Who makes the best slice in Atlanta? My vote, as I’ve stated, many, many times, goes to Rosa’s Pizza downtown. Second would be Floataway Cafe. Third - Baraonda in Midtown.
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By Jake
April 11, 2008 2:30 PM | Link to this
In downtown Atlanta: Rosa’s, on Broad near Woodruff park / 5 points MARTA, by far.
If in the Norcross area: Paizano’s.
By stilldefiant
April 11, 2008 2:35 PM | Link to this
Ledo’s
By Pam
April 11, 2008 2:52 PM | Link to this
COSMOS in DOWNTOWN LAWRENCEVILLE
By Left to Right
April 11, 2008 2:58 PM | Link to this
Rosa’s has good crust and good sauce, but the mozzarella cheese is standard. Not bad, but not great. Of course, a higher grade of cheese would up the price and might cost Rosa’s customers. It is still, however, about the best pizza slice one can find in Atlanta. Also, the atmosphere and the people who work there are great. I do recommend it for people looking for something relatively quick and affordable downtown.
For a pizza pie, I like the variety of pies offered by Shorty’s. Good ingredients. My only complaint with them is the crust, which is droopy and adds nothing to the pizza.
By KJ
April 11, 2008 2:58 PM | Link to this
Ugh, Rosa’s is re-warmed, and just not that good. Even Fellini’s is better.
BBQ Chicken at Rocky Mountain, and pepperoni at St. Angelo’s.
By Stephen C
April 11, 2008 3:02 PM | Link to this
Blue Moon in Marietta.
By LC
April 11, 2008 3:06 PM | Link to this
Best Pizza is Mighty Joe’s pizza in Lagrange, Ga. on the square. You will love it. !
By Danielle
April 11, 2008 3:11 PM | Link to this
Rosa’s Pizza in downtown Atlanta is the best. A slice of pie with their Italian ice is always a nice treat!
By Road Scholar
April 11, 2008 3:24 PM | Link to this
Everybodies Pizza in Va-Highland is best. Their italian sausage is the best in Atlanta.
By LC
April 11, 2008 3:28 PM | Link to this
Best pizza is Mighty Joe’s in Lagrange, Ga. Best there is ! On the square in Lagrange.
By Mark
April 11, 2008 3:29 PM | Link to this
Bassano’s in Loganville
By Chris
April 11, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this
I like Bella’s in Smyrna.
By Christopher Calandro
April 11, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this
For me, it’s either deep dish from Nancy’s OR a slice of the works from Elwood’s on Peachree, in the Cherokee Plaza Shopping Center.
By Christopher Calandro
April 11, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this
For me, it’s either deep dish from Nancy’s OR a slice of the works from Elwood’s on Peachree, in the Cherokee Plaza Shopping Center.
By Christopher Calandro
April 11, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this
For me, it’s either deep dish from Nancy’s OR a slice of the works from Elwood’s on Peachree, in the Cherokee Plaza Shopping Center.
By Rodney
April 11, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this
I’ve always liked Fritti, but with Fritti you’re getting into gourmet-ish pizzas and that’s not really TRUE pizza.
Everybody’s Pizza in Va-Hi is always a winner for a slice of good, simple pizza.
By Wanda
April 11, 2008 3:59 PM | Link to this
The best pizza I have had was from Godfathers Pizza. I think GA they went out of business. Nothing better than a slice of Godfathers pizza and an extra cold beer.
By T.O
April 11, 2008 4:00 PM | Link to this
SHORTY’S (Tucker)!No doubt!
By T.O
April 11, 2008 4:01 PM | Link to this
SHORTY’S (Tucker)!No doubt!
By Dural
April 11, 2008 4:07 PM | Link to this
hm I haven’t tried Shorty’s in Tucker ( I will soon) but I really like Ezno’s, near Mt Industral & Hugh Howell.
By Eric
April 11, 2008 4:08 PM | Link to this
There’s a place out on Veteran’s Memorial right at the Cobb/Fulton line called Pizza Bar. The crust is tasty and the toppings plentiful. And the staff is great - after a couple of visits, they remember you and any special requests you might have.
By Dural
April 11, 2008 4:09 PM | Link to this
Ezno’s pizza in Tucker is really good.
By Mudd
April 11, 2008 4:12 PM | Link to this
I like Rosa’s and Fritti the best in Atlanta (Elbow room in Buckhead is good too but not consistently).
Fritti is indeed authentic. They use Caputo Tipo 00 instead of baking flour which is the traditional ingredient for real Neopolitan pizza dough.
By julia
April 11, 2008 4:16 PM | Link to this
TO ME BY FAR THE BEST IS COSMOS, LITTLE ITALEY IN LAWRENCEVILLE
By julia
April 11, 2008 4:17 PM | Link to this
TO ME BY FAR THE BEST IS COSMOS, LITTLE ITALY IN LAWRENCEVILLE
By Yo Man
April 11, 2008 4:21 PM | Link to this
Ditto on Pizza Bar. I ate there last night. The crust is great and the toppings are awesome. Mellow Mushroom in Vinings is another favorite.
By Jeff
April 11, 2008 4:23 PM | Link to this
Felini’s with out a doubt, but super kudos to Mojo’s in Decatur!
By Jim
April 11, 2008 4:25 PM | Link to this
I have had many pizza slices in the atlanta are and the best is easily OZ PIZZA in east point.
By TC
April 11, 2008 4:26 PM | Link to this
Rosa’s is definitely the best downtown, though Slice at Fairlie & Poplar for me comes a close second.
By Tami
April 11, 2008 4:27 PM | Link to this
Bellas in Smyrna.
By Kate
April 11, 2008 4:35 PM | Link to this
Marietta Pizza Company on the square, mmmm baby!
By T.O
April 11, 2008 4:39 PM | Link to this
Hey Dural!
You live in Tucker and haven’t been to Shorty’s? That place crushes Ezno’s!! Get on it!
By Nicole
April 11, 2008 4:44 PM | Link to this
Don’t know if they sell it by the slice, but if you want GREAT thin NY-style pies, go to Giorgios on Defoors Ferry not far from Howell Mill. Usually not too crowded either. Almost always spot-on perfect pies.
By dawgdan
April 11, 2008 4:57 PM | Link to this
Bella’s in Acworth, Mario’s in Roswell, Alpine Bakery in Crabapple, and Traditions in Suwanee/Duluth.
There are hardly any comparisons. These are the only ones in town who have pizza worth eating.
By Ryan
April 11, 2008 5:36 PM | Link to this
Paisano’s in Norcross is really good. NY water and NY dough make a big difference.
By scott
April 11, 2008 5:44 PM | Link to this
franco’s gets the vote here
By livininatl
April 11, 2008 6:26 PM | Link to this
If only I could find some St. Louis style pizza down here like Imos!
By rosegirl
April 11, 2008 6:58 PM | Link to this
Chicago’s in Marietta is my favorite - Chicago-style of course!
By pizza lover
April 11, 2008 7:01 PM | Link to this
Another vote for OZ PIZZA but in Fairburn, GA though!
By JRG1705
April 14, 2008 8:08 AM | Link to this
ANTHONY’S PIZZA ON SHALLOWFORD ROAD HAS THE THIN CRUST THAT IS TRULY LIKE THE BEST PIZZA WHICH IS FROM NEW YORK.
By Peterock
April 14, 2008 8:16 AM | Link to this
Anyone try Night Owl pizza in Marietta? it’s mostly delivery but definitely some good NY-style pizza when you’ve got a late night craving.
By corey
April 14, 2008 8:29 AM | Link to this
Shocked nobody has listed Pasta Vino in Peachtree Battle. Great slice of basic cheese pizza!
By brady
April 14, 2008 8:40 AM | Link to this
Mo’s Pizza on Briarcliff Rd!
By Steve
April 14, 2008 8:47 AM | Link to this
I’m glad someone else recognizes Traditions in Duluth. They have the only pizza that tastes like it was prepared by Italians. Take it from someone who grew up going to Little Italy in New York, Traditions is REAL pizza.
By reservoirDAWG
April 14, 2008 9:10 AM | Link to this
Mama’s on Old Milton for a basic slice of cheese. Bassanos on Jones Bridge for the full pie.
By Critic
April 14, 2008 9:17 AM | Link to this
To corey, my one experience with Pasta Vino went like this: I called in a pizza to go. Was told it would be ready in X amount of time (I don’t remember the actual amount) Was there at specified time. Paid and stood aside for them to bring it up. Waited and waited and waited at the counter. Was told it was “coming up”. Waited and waited some more and calmly and politley said I’d just take the money back, but was assured, “coming up”. Then after being there about an hour after calling it in, saw a pie go in the oven that had all of the toppings on it that I ordered. Indeed that was my pizza, and when I got it, I questioned why I was lied to. The cashier then pretty much threw the money on the top of the box instead of apologizing, causing a pretty good scene. The pizza itself was so soaked with grease, it was inedible. This was about 10 years ago, and needless to say, I will never darken that door again, ever.
By pizza pie guy
April 14, 2008 9:21 AM | Link to this
La Bella’s pizzeria in Marietta is consistently the best pizza I have had in metro ATL
By JohnDenver
April 14, 2008 9:31 AM | Link to this
Frequent visits and I’ve confirmed Pizza Construction makes a great slice, freakin’ huge and great each time..
By DowntownDawg
April 14, 2008 9:41 AM | Link to this
Slice on Poplar St. in Downtown isn’t a bad slice..
My favorite however is Everybodys’ in the Highlands.. Great pizza, great atmosphere too.
I’ve had Rosa’s, since I lived in the Healey for a while, it was okay.
By sp
April 14, 2008 9:43 AM | Link to this
I always enjoy a cold draft beer, a slice of pie and sit back and enjoy the house band at Chuck E Cheese. If I can’t get that, I just get Digiorno’s…..
By jeff
April 14, 2008 9:50 AM | Link to this
Uncle Vito’s on Jimmy Carter! I drive across town to get some of his pizza!
By Giovanni
April 14, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this
Fritti’s is the only edible pizza in town. All the rest is bogus.
Let me correct myself: Little Azio’s makes a thin crust pie that shouldn’t be called “pizza,” but still tastes interesting.
By steve
April 14, 2008 10:12 AM | Link to this
There’s a Godfather’s Pizza opening soon in East Point right off Camp Cree Pkwy and I-285. I remember there pizza from my childhood, and I remember how good their crust was….
By Penguinmom
April 15, 2008 10:03 AM | Link to this
Vic’s Pizza at the corner of Peachtree Ind and Pleasant Hill in the Kroger shopping center.
Great pizza. (And really great garlic puffs! Yum!)
And the staff is the wonderful. They are very friendly and the service is great!
Vic’s used to be Zapoli’s when it was located closer to Gwinnett Place Mall. They’ve been in their new location for several months now.
By Joey
April 21, 2008 2:26 PM | Link to this
Rosa’s by far is the best in Atl!! They just opened up a new location in marietta great pizza and beer at the new one cant go wrong!
By Rave Dome
April 30, 2008 11:18 AM | Link to this
I finally got a chance to go to Rosa’s on Broad. I loved the lunch vibe. But the pizza is not as good as Alessio’s in Roswell. Still my favorite.
Pizza Pride in 2008!!! Let’s go Atlanta!!!