Had bitondos the other night since I haven't had anything all day. The veal is my fave and I always order it with cheese and mushroom. It is price really good compare to their competitors. I've tried their pizza slice and it was not as great, probably cause it was sitting there for a while, even reheating it. I was disappointed and wish I order a veal sandwich instead. Never had the calzone/panzo yet, though I was told that I can customize it by calling ahead which is good. Their standard panzo is just cheese. The atmosphere is kind of a dive, renovation would be nice. They do have seating (lawn chair) with a couple of tables to dine in for those who want to eat in. Be wary with parking Infront of the place, parking enforcement frequent the area and would ninja you with a hefty ticket. If you are in the little italy, go check it out and order a veal. Simply delish and the price is great. read more

Bitondo's Pizzeria - Goku approve of the hot veal with mushroom and cheese. - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

It was okay. They only had pepperoni available. It wasn't as good as I'd heard. Need a cheap slice? Try this. They were definitely large portions. Didn't try anything else but they have a few pasta options as well. read more

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Decent pizza overall but found the crust a little chewy for my liking and could have used more time in the oven to becoming more crunchy. read more

Bitondo's Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Ha ha ha. Funny story about my most recent Bitondo's visit. After seeing a black cat in Yorkville, bad luck followed. The green P machine ate my ticket. I came to Little Italy to try P.G Cluck's famous fried chicken sandwich. They were out of bread. I went to veal place across from Bitondo's for a sandwich, they were out of buns! After complaining about the bread shortage in Toronto that night, I decided to give Bitondo's a second try. It was late around 9:30 pm, but the slices were hot and fresh! I ordered a pep slice and a chocolate milk $6.00. It was a huge slice, with great cheese and pepperoni. Cant ask for much more. Well, except for garlic dip which they didn't have. They only had marinara on deck, which made me forgiving because the place seemed old-school, authentic, and legit! read more

Bitondo's has apparently been around for a long time. I recently had my first experience. They serve a rather large slice of pepperoni pizza for 3.75. Add a Brio cola and your total is 6$. (5$ if you opt for a can of pop). The pizza is good, if a bit bland, yet they have chilli flakes available. They are bringing the pizzas straight out of the oven right before your eyes here. Be sure to make time to eat your pizza here. The place (from the table-top Miss PacMan machine to the orange plastic chairs) evokes a strong sense of a by-gone era when Little Italy was a lot more Italian. read more

Can't believe I've never posted a review for Bitondos! I've come here many dozens of times, tried almost everything, and got to say if you're looking for a veal sandwich, an old-school jumbo pizza slice, or especially a deep-fried panzerotti, this is a truly great spot. Parking is tricky, being in a busy residential neighborhood, and atmosphere is non-existent, unless, like me you love old school Neighbourhood greasy-spoon pizza joints run by the family and pumping out delicious food! For the uninitiated, make sure you get your Panzerotti deep fried, and absolutely, positively, order extra sauce on the side, because while it will be loaded with tons of cheese and your chosen toppings, the sauce inside is merely a tease. Pizza slices are very good, but, like any pizza slice, make sure you ask for them extra-well-done and (re)heated up very hot, they're not nearly as good if they are rushed, and I've had a few. Italian sandwiches are also very solid, and I would put only Abruzzo in Richmond Hill slightly ahead of Bitondos as far as making two of the truly great panzerotti, here in the GTA. read more

First time finding this gem. One of best slices In Toronto. Would highly highly recommend !!! read more

My absolute favorite place to get a panzerotti! Ever since I was a little girl, I would always make a stop here for lunch, when I would come to visit my grandparents. The quality of the food has been consistent and they are just as good today as they were when I was a little girl 25 years ago. The only thing that sucks is that they charge you $1 for a side of extra sauce. The place isn't exactly a cheap hole in the wall restaurant, so charging an additional $1 for a little container of sauce I think is steep. However, the quality in their food is solid. read more

Maybe I hyped it up in my mind. But definitely not one the best. It is cheap I'll give it that, also much better than anything you'll get at pizza pizza, Nova. Pizza libretto is probably better, more expensive yes but would definitely worth the price. Personally thought it lacked sauce, wasn't dry but needed something else. Had a thick crust with good amount of cheese. No dipping sauce just marinara. read more

Bitondo's Pizzeria - Small cheese pizza, with 2 drinks come out to $15. So not bad at all - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This has been my go to pizzeria since I was a kid and it continues to be that way. It is on a side street south of College St in the heart of Little Italy, run by members of the same family. Nothing fancy but it has a comfortable and well worn charm that continues to please it's customers with good pizza made fresh before your eyes. A large pizza with 4 toppings will run you $20 which is well worth it (my favourite is with anchovies, pepperoni, mushrooms and hot peppers... yum!) But the best offerings are their deep fried panzarotti. Soft dough filled with cheese and tomato sauce, one of these babies is a meal unto itself. Sometimes they have a few ready made but they go quickly. Yesterday they had a line-up waiting for ones to be made... well worth the 15 or 20 minute wait! There is always the PacMan console to pass the time. They only take cash and have recently installed an ATM machine. They do not deliver. Parking is limited and you need to always be on the lookout for the parking cops who love to hang around the area and write tickets. Be aware and forewarned...! read more

After eating many a time at California sandwich. I was told of bitondos just up the street. Less breading and a better sauce, and cheaper. You can't go wrong. Plus if you have a big appetite you can grab a $3 pizza slice, which is amazing. read more

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Great hidden gem. The ambience is like walking back in time but this is a great spot to grab a quick slice, sandwich or panz. The slices are huge for a fair price and the panzeratti is the best I've had! read more

My rating isn't really set in stone. I feel like I should give Bitondo's another whirl and order a fresh pie. I ended up just popping in quickly for a slice of pepperoni, and I found it pretty average. If they had even popped it into the oven for a minute I feel like it would've been a far better experience, but unfortunately I got a tepid slice with chewy cheese. I feel like they might be able to redeem themselves to at least a 4. Extra points for the vibe though. Very chill, kind of retro, table-top video game. Cool spot. read more

Yummy Panzerotto! It's about one of the only places in Toronto that you can get a deep fried panzerotto after panzerotto pizza closed. If you're looking for that please tell me where that exists. The crust is much thicker and the pepperoni isn't as good. I gave it four stars not so much for the food but for the experience. The inside is like stepping back in time in a good way. The signage is old school and the fact that they have a Pac man table seat seals the deal. read more

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Ok one of the best calzone in Toronto it cant be beat and a must have with it is the baby pepperoni in a cup if your in the area and hungry this is the place good food and good service 10 out of 10 ooo and the price cheep read more

Exceptional Panzos !! Fresh, Filling, Tasty, and Authentic. I cant wait to go back !!! Its a good take out place that is very reasonably priced ! Mom-n-Pop type of owned place with a few tables available for seating. read more

I'm really not a big fan of pepperoni pizza, but Bitondo's slices are a winner. I quite like the tomato sauce. Nice big slices (practically 2 slices in one) and cheap at a tax-in $2.75. It's a 5 minute (or less) walk for me and I think I've been 3 times in the past 2 weeks. Despite the other reviewers' praise, for now I'll pass on the panzerotto. Have you ever seen a MODEL of a pound of fat?... well, that's pretty much what it reminds me of, anyway ... *shudder* read more

There is nothing I cherish more than a mom-and-pop shop that's just embedded into the neighbourhood. Take a few steps south of College St and it's fully residential -- save for this place. I stopped in with some Little Italians (Nicole A, Kent P) for an afternoon sammich and was not disappointed. The decor is pretty much non-existent, so taking your meal to go isn't a bad option. Because I am One Of The People, I had no problem taking a seat on the worn lawn furniture and devouring my lunch atop a paper bag. The young lady in our company was served on Royal Chinet. We tried to convince her that this was a racist slight (nothing quite like a sandwich shop rumble) but she wasn't having it. What did I eat? A six dollar veal sandwich that's what. It was the size of my head and 37 times as delicious (this means very delicious). I washed it down with a Brio (again I'm OOTP) which was a winning move. Their panzerotto (pure cheese, baby) looks pretty good too. Definitely a neighbourhood gem. Obligatory Title Pun: Give a little BIT/Give a little BIT of your time for me. Menu Readability: There was some kind of forgettable dilapidated sign. Need to mention: They are also known for their pizza. Worth checking out. What this place teaches me about myself: Supertramp! read more

I went to Bitondo's Pizzeria on a fluke and had my first panzarotti[1]. I'd seen signs for panzarotti at various pizza places in town but I wasn't sure what they were. (Pizza joints in NYC don't have them.) But, dang, it's pretty delish at Bitondo's. THE FOOD Their panzarotti ($5.99 including tax) kind of look like deflated calzones with softer crusts, rich with olive oil. My first couple of bites were all fried dough but when I got to the filling, it was like striking gold; a stream of molten mozzarella mingling with tomato sauce was unearthed. My one complaint: While it was still warm from the heat box, I wish it were made fresh so that the crust would be crisper and less greasy and the cheese more fluid. Their pizza ($2.75 a slice), however, was a let down---yet still leagues above the nastiness of Pizza Pizza/Domino's/[insert pizza chain here]. I asked for "a slice" and got one loaded with pepperoni[2]. It had been sitting under a heating lamp and the counter guy didn't crisp it up in the oven so the crust was a soggy bleh. But the pepperoni was the real deal; intensely porky, spicy and flavorful. If you're a bitter-flavors junkie like me, get a can of Brio ($1.25). It's an Italian soda that tastes like Coke flavored with Campari. For the rest of you, they have a vintage Coca-Cola cooler filled with cans of the usual stuff. They also have sandwiches and pizza by the pie available. THE VIBE It feels like the quintessential neighborhood take-out spot in Little Italy. The space is small with a few tables and chairs. Eat in and you can check out the Italian soccer photos and posters on the walls, or play a few games of Ms. Pacman (Yes, I said Ms. Pacman!) on the table arcade for 25 cents a pop. ======================================= [1] Is it overly correct to use "panzarotto" for the singular? [2] Isn't the standard slice just cheese? read more

The owner really doesn't care. His staff is yapping on the phone while working. It's really pathetic that staff doesn't read proper instructions when orders are placed. If someone has an allergy, I really hopecthey get sued. Pizza was quite disgusting, have raw & doughy read more

Don't know what happ to Bitondos but it's not the same place I remember. Ordered party size with pepperoni, bacon and onions - bacon was raw (what little there was) and onions were non existent. Crust was so thin in the middle it was like paper. The worst pizza I have ever had. Shame on you Bitondos for putting out a product like this. Have been going there for over forty years but today is the last day that you have my patronage. read more

For those of you who've been following my reviews for the past few months, you know I have been making some pretty bold claims about the best PANZO in the entire GTA (Toronto and surrounding areas). For those uncertain what I'm talking about, I will leave searching my past reviews up to you because this is all about Bitondo's. A friend made the sacrilicious statement to me once that Bitondos was the best pizza/panzo joint anywhere - a comment to which I took personal offence with. So we made a pact that I would show her mine, if she showed me hers (pizza parlour). A few weeks back I introduced her to my fav spot outside the city, I watched her eyes roll in the back of her head as a small moan of satisfaction escaped her lips. She admitted it was good but stated I would need to try her place before a consensus could be reached. Fast forward to this past Saturday night, College Street Festival, my friend and I had partaken in several $6 Martinis and were feeling no pain as we milled around with other Festival patrons in the street. As our night drew to a close we got the after bar munchies and my friend demanded that we finish our Panzo wager. I agreed with little resistance. Walking a short distance down Clinton we found the little pizza shop nestled among the houses of the local neighbourhood. Dimly lit and apparently looking the same as it did in 1968 (the original PacMan machine is the only update since 1986). It was bumping even at 12:30am with people ordering pies and sitting on the street out front to chow down. The plastic lawn orange lawn furniture and old school Coca Cola cooler didn't deter me from my goal. Consume mass quantities of PANZA! We decided to share one panzo between us, a mistake, as the moment we cut the deep fried bad boy in half, a flood of molten cheese and sauce began to pour out in waves like liquid MAG-MA! I can honestly say I have never eaten something so cheesy. Each time I took a bite the ropes of cheese that pulled from this delicacy required me to wrap it around my finger at least 10 times.....OH EM GEEEEE - (I am drooling again). The SAWCE.........yes folks its going to happen.....was BAWSE. The dough was beautifully cooked. But the cheese.......ohhhhh the cheese, there was so much cheese *single tear*. I couldn't tell you what the price was I paid that night but I know that I woke up the next morning a la The Hangover, unsure what I had done the night before, however knowing that I had cheated on my hometown steady..... and loved every minute of it. Bitondo's is not better...just different, and anytime I am in the city I will gladly cheat again and again. I guess the only question I need to ask is if Ashley Madison delivers Pizza? read more

The panzos are the best thing they have but I'd avoid everything else. Don't get a slice unless its fresh cause they'll sell you some crap that's been sitting for hours. read more

Average pizza in my opinion, it would be a lot better if it was fresher and not sitting in that little warming oven the keep the slices in that are already cut read more

Pretty good "dirty" pizza, if you don't know what dirty pizza is it's basically just good old fashion greasy pizza normally from places that just make old fashion pizza none of that pizza with chicken and artichoke crap... This place is just plan old fashion pizza which is becoming more and more rare in Toronto's downtown core as hipsters take over. This place is certainly family run, the 90 year old man who makes the pizzas went outside to shovel snow in just a tee shirt and said he didn't realize he wasn't wearing a coat, the girl who worked there was sharing stories this place is 100% family run and it's awesome. Obviously it isn't the best pizza, but it's cheap and good if your looking for some classic pizza that's nothing fancy just pepperoni and cheese pizza. read more

As I've written before, I feel that to truly judge a pizza, it should be at it's simplest; plain cheese (See Ray's, NYC), and straight from the oven. I'll definitely have a slice when on the run, but I won't judge a pizza place by a slice that's been sitting a while. Jonathan K and I called in our order, and headed over. We went for 1/2 plain cheese, and 1/2 mushrooms and (not very) hot peppers. It was promised for 25 minutes, but was ready in about 15. We got there right at noon, moments before the student rush. I liked this pie a lot. It was VERY similar to Danforth Pizza House. Real cheese, a nice tomato sauce and a traditional crust. I also like the authenticity of this little hole in the wall. I'll be back. NB. This was noon, remember, and they ONLY had pepperoni slices. Maybe that's all they do. read more

VIBE This place feels like my Maltese grandmother's patio area. 1. there are Mediterranean tiles on the walls (who does that after 1987?) 2. there is plastic lawn furniture as tables. 3. There is a Pacman game (ok, my grandmother didn't have that. She's not that cool) 4. and a coca cola ice box (ok, she didn't have that either....just go with it. "Take it and Go..." --Russel Peters reference). It gets busy at lunch and in an instant. WE ATE Good ol' pepperoni pizza. The pepperoni didn't seem completely cooked but that cheese...mmm. The crust was meh. Maybe I'm not a crust person. I washed it down with a coke. Great lunch. Great day. And very affordable at $10 for a small pizza which was perfect split between two people. OBLIGATORY CATCHY REMARK Bit Bit BITE. Yummy. I like its unassuming location south of College on Clinton. Seriously, take it....and go. read more

Old school pizza with what was thin crust in the 80's but is now more like thick crust for those who love Margerita style pizzas. This is not Libretto, this is a pizza from a kinder, gentler time when there was lots of sauce, cheese and pepperoni on a slice. Tip: get a container of the sauce that is meant for those greasy deep fried Panzerotti and dip your folded slice in it instead. Delish! Some rave about the panzo but I prefer the slices. I tried ordering a full pizza once, and like Evelyn said, it wasn't nearly as good. The crust was way too thick and toppings didn't stay on. It was as if it came from a different shop! Never tried the veal because I won't stray from California sandwiches veal which is just around the corner. and the lineups there don't lie, best Veal in the city. read more

Holy mother of veal sandwiches. This has taken over the #1 spot for veal sammich, shifting Primo Veal to #2 (I'm sorry, kind man serving me all this time...it was inevitable!). The sammich cost me around 8 bucks, it was so fresh, so big - the bun was softer than an angel feather and the meat tasted like it was specially tailored to please my taste buds. The service was nice and quick, the place itself is grimy but who the hell cares...the bathrooms were gross BUT I did find a can of coke on the floor. So...free coke? I'm disgusting, I know. My friends all has pizza, so I obviously took a couple chunks off of theirs and YUM. Just as good. They only take cash, I think? So bring some. Indulge. And then go to Cafe Diplo to wash it down with sangria. xoxo read more

Went there for the first time today. Food ordered: meatball sandwich, pepperoni slice, panzerroti. The sandwich was good. Soft bread, lots of meatball (although one large meatball sliced rather than smaller meatballs all lined up), and a sauce with a kick. I wasn't expecting the jalapeno slices, but I removed them once I knew they were there. The slice was a good slice. Not too much cheese, a good amount of pepperoni, and not too droopy. It's also huge, like a quarter of a full pie. The panzerotti was also good. The cheese was melty and the whole thing was at a good temperature. The downsides: the panzerotti was a bit greasy for my tastes, although it is deep fried and really, grease is to be expected in such cases. I'd appreciate some veggie options (salads, veggie sandwiches, etc.), but I won't hold that against them too much as this is a sandwich and slice place, not a full service restaurant. The service was fast (the only thing that had to be made was the sandwich) and the dining room is serviceable. The music was a bit loud to my tastes, but considering most of the customers are taking food to go, ambiance isn't at the top of their list. Overall it's worth going and we'll probably go again the next time we get a craving for a slice. read more

I heart you Bitondo's Youve been my staple for hang over food and none hang over food for a few years..When ever I return to the city - I make a bee line to you..your lovely gooey cheese panzerotti's makes my tummy sooo happy..with extra sauce..on top-- i drool in anticipation of devouring one of your Delicious heart attacks encased in cheese... Damn I just made my self hungry.... read more

I tried the fried cheese panzerotto yesterday with their marinara sauce for dipping! I am telling you I felt like I was transported to heaven. It was one of the most amazing things I've put in my mouth. They have been in the same location for 40 years. I know this panzerotto will haunt my dreams till I get my fix again. read more

I feel so alone. My husband loves this pizza. Coworkers have recommended it. Friends rave. It has an average of four stars. My opinion is...WTF? I hate it. Sloppy, greasy, soggy pizza just does not appeal to me. The sauce is good, but that doesn't make up for the slop, grease, and sog. And the bland crust. That's right, I said it. To be fair, (1) I am a crisp, thin-crust kind of gal; (2) every single person in the place (besides my husband and small children) is always eating the panzarotti, so maybe that's the true specialty here. Maybe the panzarotti is awesome. And if they served this mound of cheese inside a fried (baked?) pastry in portions smaller than a mailbox, I'd try it. read more

Got the sausage and I asked for the spicy but there was really only 2 bites that had a ton of spice on it - overall though it was delicious. Generally I compare to Cali's because for me that's the benchmark because they do something amazing with their sausage that no one else does. This place was no different. The sausage wasn't as good but it was still delicious. Lots of cheese and lots of sloppy sauce. The way it should be. Size was decent but gotta give props to the price. Sausage with cheese and mushrooms and a drink for just under $9.... fantastic. If I'm in the area again, I would definitely think about coming here again... but with Cali's around the corner, we'll see. read more

Bitondo's Pizzeria - Sausage, mushrooms and cheese - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is actually an update about my comments about Cora's and Papa Ceo's. I'm not sure about Papa Ceo's but I have now ordered whole pizzas from Cora's, and they're quite good. Sorry Cora's. read more

We're back on the HUNT for Toronto's BEST! Stop #4 of the pizza pie tour: Bitondo's Pizzeria We left the pandemonium of Caribana to venture into Little Italy for some pizza. After starting to question our directions since we found ourselves in a residential area, we eventually made it to Bitondo's, which for whatever reason has chosen to setup shop in a house. Bitondo's has "neighbourhood joint" written all over it, plus you get the feel that they've been serving pies for years. They've got a couple seats and tables, plus some benches outside, so bringing a small group is a-ok. Instead of grabbing the usual pizza, we dabbled with panzerotti. The waitress and Facebook spoke confidently of these guys, so my excitement was high. They are made ready to order, but thankfully still taste plenty fresh. When you order the standard panzerotti, Bitondo's keeps it super simple and serves you marinara sauce and mozzarella nestled into a pizza dough envelope. It's essentially what a cheap flavour Pizza Pocket grows up into when it's a mature flavour adult. Things get a little out of hand though when you come to grips with the portion size. This thing is pretty damn big, and heed my warning; this will likely be the most cheese that you'll have consumed in a day in your life! When it comes to flavour, you'll have a satisfying time enjoying the warm marinara, the initial allure of the mozzarella, and the basic, but fitting pastry, but then either two thirds in or shortly following the meal you will pay for your somewhat irresponsible choice. I'm not saying that I didn't like it, but damn... I dare say you can have too much cheese. Good luck walking at a brisk pace afterwards. That being said, if you're walking around Little Italy after a couple pints, head straight for Bitondo's! This has the potential to be a drunk food masterpiece. I've been told that you can call in ahead and custom order whatever you want in your panzerotti. I would definitely suggest this, because if you have somehow missed it, there's no meat in the standard version. And if you do happen to go, get some extra marinara sauce on the side to satisfy your dipping sauce needs. read more

Bitondo's Pizzeria - Panzerotti: Marinara sauce, mozzarella, more mozzarella - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Live five doors down from this place and couldn't recommend it enough. So far I've only sampled the pizza slice and having sampled it all across Toronto this is best by-the-slice place in the city. Fine dining it is not but for a takeaway there are few others that come close. Friendly service with a smile is also on hand at all times. read more

Best kept secret in Little Italy! This pizzeria is off the beaten path but makes the best panzo I've ever had / the only one I've ever craved. Order it with a cup of extra tomato sauce and enjoy every deep fried, saucy, cheesy bite. read more

An authentic North American/Italian pizzeria, this joint serves up some deliciously droopy pizza. Unlike the chains, a Bitondo's Large is, in fact, large. You can feed 2-3 (maybe 4 if you stretch it) people with one of these pizzas. The Pizzas are very reasonably priced, and it's always worth the walk to this off-college spot. However, make sure you phone ahead, because you'll often have to wait for the pizza. They do a good job of telling you how long it'll be (and their ETAs are accurate.) One thing to be aware of is that this place does not deliver, which really amplifies the local-ness of the spot. Unfortunately, I cannot attest to the quality of the Panzerotti or the Veal Sandwich, but everything I've ever heard about them tells me that it's magical. I just really love their pizza. read more

The pizza is hit and miss at this place. When they are on their game that day, the pizza is top of the line. On the other days, it is brutal to a point that the slice is tossed out before finishing. Not sure why the huge spread in quality but if you get them on a good day, you will be impressed. If only they were consistent, they would be the best pizza joint in town but they lack of consistency gives them 3 stars. read more