"JUST CRAZY FOR CALZONES"

Being that I'm of Italian decent I'm very particular about dining in so called true 'authentic' Italian restaurants. I mean no one cooks like my mamma does! But this time I was pleasantly surprised to have found this little gem in the rough called 'Pizza Pazza' while driving by one night a few years ago.It never failed each time I looked in the window this place was always bustling with activity and still is. Surely, it had to be that way for a good reason right? So I took the plunge, went in (oh the sacrifices I have to make!) and I was hooked.

Now, I usually try to get there a few times a year (especially when I have a serious craving for a baked calzone with tomato dipping sauce which their famous for) and it just keeps getting better and better. This place is unique unto itself, while it's located in the trendy neighbourhood of Forest Hill South, it gives off that good ol' fashioned home style feel to it's patrons that keeps them coming back. You don't need reservations so that's a bonus.

It's reasonably priced (two can dine for under $50) and has a casual atmosphere that's great for couples, family and friends. For those with pizza on the brain (after all it's in the name right?) they have a wonderful selection of pies and they can all be turned into calzones to your liking (baked or fried).

All their pastas are perfectly 'al dente'. While the mussels in a spicy tomato sauce is a seafood lovers dream worth dipping your bread endlessly into. Another one of my favourites is the lightly breaded (and always served piping hot) crisp calamari rings appetizer. They just melt in your mouth.

I also recommend the italian egg drop soup (stracciatella soup) for those cold winter nights to hit the spot. There's so many great dishes on their menu to choose from (too many to mention here) so I suggest you bring a hearty appetite with you and have fun. They also provide a convenient delivery service as well as takeout for those that want to take a lil' bit of Italy home with them. On the downside, it's only open for dinner so if you're craving a lunch here, you can as the italian saying goes, 'fuggetaboutit'.

As for meter parking, it's available on the north side of the building. It's also TTC accessible, just exit at Eglinton West station (at Allen Road) and walk a block east to 1007 Eglinton Ave. West and you'll find it located on the south side. 'Pazza' (which btw translates to 'crazy' in italian) is an unusual name for this popular eatery and it's anything but crazy.

In fact, the only thing 'pazza' about this pizza is not giving it a try. I highly recommend it. But don't take my word for it, go check it out for yourself and you'll be 'Pazza' for Pizza' too in no time at all! Your stomach will forever be in heaven for it. Mmmmmm...Salute!

PIZZA PAZZA
1007 Eglinton Ave. West (1 block north of Allen Rd.)
Toronto, Ontario
M6M-2C7
416-785-8784