Bianco, Phoenix, Arizona Restaurant Details

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The staff ignored us most of the visit. Its a free for all for the servers. They help whoever they want. They gave us the wrong food brought appetizers and salad out after the pizza was already eatn.

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Best Pizza Ever, Hands Down

I had some shopping to do at Town & Country Plaza, but hadn't had a thing to eat all day. I saw the sign for Pizzeria Bianco and decided to see if they were too busy to accommodate me. (I had heard that there was always a line to get in.)

Well, it was apparently my lucky day. When I entered the restaurant, I was promptly shown to a nice seat at the bar and provided with ice water and a lunch menu.

The menu wasn't large, and my eye immediately focused on the pizza selections. There were 6 pizza offerings, 3 with red sauce, and 3 without. I wanted something straightforward, so I settled on the pizza margherita (tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil) and asked them to add garlic. I was assured that the crust would be thin and crisp. I also ordered a glass of the house red wine, and settled in to wait.

While I was waiting, the couple next to me generously offered to share their pizza with me since they had more than they could eat. I let them know I appreciated the offer, but that I was reserving my appetite to be able to finish my own pizza.

It came out moments later, and looked perfect. Biting into my first slice was even better. The crust was super thin, crisp, and tasty. This was not going to be one of those pizzas where part of the crust would be left on the plate. Every bit of each slice demanded to be eaten. the tomato sauce was just acidic enough, and married well with the fresh mozzarella, basil, garlic and the crust. Each mouthful was light and delightful. There was nothing heavy at all about my pizza. I was glad that I had kept it simple rather than ordering a pizza heavy with ingredients.

Pizza devoured, I became curious about the dessert offerings. I hadn't seen any on the menu, and so had to quiz my server about the possibilities. I settled on a pear tart, garnished with a dip of nutmeg Italian ice. The pear tart was nice, but the nutmeg Italian ice was out of this world. Yum!!! It almost tasted perfumed with the nutmeg, and slightly custardy. I didn't even need the pear tart.

I have to go back again for the pizza, but I don't intend to leave without having the nutmeg Italian ice again. My entire lunch was such a treat. This is now at the top of my list for best pizza.

The service, while very friendly, was a little spotty. I wasn't sure at several points, who was supposed to be taking care of me, and about the time I finished my pizza, everyone disappeared. I had to solicit someone to discuss dessert, and again, to pay my check. I enjoyed my meal so much that I really didn't mind too much.

------------------------------------------------­Second Visit 9/8/15-------------------------------
OK, I am now still a fan of the pizza, but NOT a fan of the service. It was worse than spotty this time. I was able to place my order, but then there was apparently a shift change. Someone did bring me the piping hot pizza I had ordered - and it was perfect again - but then no check back to see how it was, no service period until someone finally noticed my plate pushed away and came to take it around 10 minutes after I had finished. It wasn't busy, there were all kinds of staff standing around across the room talking to each other. I stand by the pizza, but the service was so poor that I cut way back on my tip. Reduced my rating to 4 stars from 5.

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In from NJ/NY where the best pizza and Italian food is in my opinion (Never been to Italy probably better). I was told this pizza is just like the east coast. NOTHING like it at all besides the crust kinda. Their is only 1 size of pizza, it's extremely small and it's 15 bucks for just a plain pie. Was very upset when a group of homie's and i paid 35 bucks for 2 pies. Cheese pies come with large Basil leaves which is completely uncalled for in my opinion. For East coast people i do not recommend getting this pizza. You will be disappointed. West coast people probably think it's great.

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Excellent food, excellent service, excellent out door seating! Loved the pizza, and the elegantly relaxed atmosphere. Also, the spaghetti was good!

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We are made it a tradition to come here on Valentines Day with our friends. We love the food and the atmosphere. They make great pizzas with fresh ingredients. I would definitely give them a try if you are in the area!