Pizza Plus

We're a bit behind in updating - unfortunately, I've forgotten what some of these pizzas were like! If it weren't for the photos, I think I might have forgotten them entirely.

On this night, we ordered from Pizza Plus, a little place in a strip mall off Conroy. We were tired after a long week at work, and they delivered, so it seemed like a good plan. Unfortunately, the pizza took almost an hour, so we were STARVING by the time it arrived.

The pizza was actually very tasty - really nice toppings, and I probably would have rated it an 8.5. But I'll subtract 50% for lateness!

I'd be willing to give this place a second chance - but maybe pick up next time instead.

Uncle Joe's Pizza

For years, there have been various pizza places in the strip mall at the bottom of Kilborn in Alta Vista. Now "under new management", Uncle Joe's Pizza is the current occupant.

This was a "nothing special" delivery pizza. The crust was thin-ish, and had a nice texture, and the cheese was stretchy and gooey. And not real bacon, which for me, is a major strike against! It wasn't bad, but it was fairly unmemorable.

Cost $21.41 for delivery (free delivery, but they have walk-in specials as well)

Crust - 7.5/10
Cheese - 7.5/10
Sauce - 6/10
Toppings - 4/10

Overall Impression - 6.5/10

Colonnade Pizza

Colonnade Pizza is a long-standing Ottawa tradition and have been around since 1967. Even the current Prime Minister is a fan of their pizza! On one Saturday evening trip to the Metcalfe location a couple of years ago, we were pleased to note that half the restaurant was empty, save for two tables in the centre - one with 2 men and 2 teenaged boys, and one with four burly looking guys. It was only when we looked more closely, that we realized those empty tables were surrounding the PM and his son, along with some friends, and the burly guys were security, rather than other diners! We never did find out what kind of pizza the Harpers enjoy.

In addition to their original downtown location, Colonnade Pizza has four other restaurants around the city, including one in the old Burger King at the Blue Heron mall on Bank Street. We usually visit to dine in (their zucchini sticks make a great appetizer!) but decided to pick-up a pizza for our test. They do not deliver.

Another restaurant style pizza - pretty thick, lots of cheese covering the toppings.

Cost - $24.74 for a large two topping (pick-up)

Crust - 8/10
Cheese - 9/10
Sauce - 8/10
Toppings - 8/10

Overall Impression - 8/10

There's a reason this is such a popular restaurant! My overall feeling was that it was a decent take-out pizza, but perhaps a bit more enjoyable in the restaurant. Unlike some of the less savoury establishments we've gotten take out from lately, this is a great place to take the family.