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    DeLuca's Pizza

    4.2 (643 reviews)
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    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    DELUCA'S PIZZA ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Loud
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Cavetelli
    Tiana E.

    Gets very busy! We went on a holiday weekend at 4pm and were able to get seated at the bar. We had the cavetlli pasta with ricotta gnocchi and it was VERY good. The gnocchi melted in your mouth and the sauce was really good as was the bread it came with . We also got a sausage and pepperoni pizza - good flavor and good crust!! The pizza was massive too. Great spot!

    Already got 2 slices out before getting the picture of the Renzi and Jamesy.
    Denise Y.

    The hype is worth it! And if you get Vernon as your server even better! We stopped by on Saturday night, but too hungry to survive the 2hr wait. The hostess was very helpful (I missed getting her name), but she advised reserving a dough for Sunday. If you don't know about Deluca's Pizza they only make so much fresh dough each day and when it's gone - it's gone. Additionally, if you know your pizzas this is Brooklyn Style. The dough is stretched thin and hand-tossed, creating air pockets contributing to its light and airy texture. This crust is cooked in coal or wood-fired ovens at high temperatures, resulting in a perfectly charred exterior and a chewy, flavorful bite. Knowing this is important when looking at the reviews. Back to our experience. We came back for lunch on Sunday and as she said it would be - there was a sizable line behind they opened and we all got seated. She also said that Sunday is a good time to come and I agree - not so crazy busy! With Vernon's agreement, we had half with The Renzi (red sauce) and the other Jamesy (white sauce) and added Prosciutto on the other half. I also had a Peach Bellini. My husband prefers red sauce and I prefer white so getting both in the same pizza is awesome. We liked both styles. What can I say about the staff? They hustle and are very friendly, but like I mentioned we enjoyed Vernon's attention and information of the menu and the area. On his recommendation we also drive out to Lake Ouachita which was a good drive. We also enjoyed our leftovers.

    Pizza
    Elena H.

    It's been some years since my husband and I visited this place but from what i can remember, it was good! All the servers look like models. Kind. I love the inside. It's like a cozy pizza joint with a bar. The pizza was very good! No complaints!

    The Foresters
    Debbie A.

    Amazing pizza. Stopped in after walking Historic Downtown Hot Springs, Arkansas with The Foresters. the music, and the service was awesome! Lauren was fabulous!!!

    Amazing pizza.
    Vu N.

    Was in hot springs Arkansas and everyone keeps talking about Delucas pizza. By far the most happening spot. Had to wait about 30 min to get seated. Open seating at the bar also but there was a line also. Pizza are huge. 18 inch. You can split and go half half on toppings fyi Dough crispy. And then. Crust intentionally burnt a little and I loved it. Cheese is nice with good chew to it. Not too cheesy. Got half patsy and half Benny. Patsy was so good. Nice touch of honey. Really good pizza. Benny was great also. I added the mushroom from a local farm. So good also wish they gave more though. Martini was also excellent here. Great spot to eat. Bartenders super nice and full of energy

    Peter M.

    Easily some of the best pizza I've had in my life. I put this up with pizza spots in New York and Connecticut. No flop, elite cheese, and fantastic sauce. Picture perfect. If there's a wait time I recommend snagging a seat at the bar. The bartenders are awesome here. Bonus - Get the loaded Bloody Mary and thank me later. It'll take you places!

    Frankie's Flatbush - DeLuca's take on a basic cheese pizza, and it is ELITE!!
    David M.

    We came to Hot Springs for hiking and DeLuca's! We started with DeLuca's and the trip is already worthwhile! DeLuca's is in an old school space that reminds me of a 1970's pizza joint. Lots of hardwood, not well lit, and loud! A long bar occupies the right side of the room and we chose to sit there because even though it was mid-afternoon, there was a quite a crowd of happy pizza lovers! As we sipped excellent Bloody Marys, we enjoyed cheese covered focaccia. The bread was soft, flavorful and perfectly salted. The cheese was next level divine. I knew the pizza would be magical because the focaccia, served with a red dipping sauce was top shelf and the ingredients were clearly chosen with care. The pizza was the star of the show and I will not be able to do it justice with mere words. Great crust with little flop, perfect char and rich flavor served as the foundation for a mouth dazzling blend of cheeses and red sauce. No oil was visible. Herbs and spices were perfectly balanced. My companion said Hot Springs should have an airport just so people can fly in for lunch at DeLuca's and I agree! If pizza can be a reason to go anywhere, DeLuca's is a great reason to visit Hot Springs. Bonus points for having personable and service oriented bartenders!

    Laurie O.

    We came to DeLuca's Pizza for lunch after long hike. The service was pretty good and servers were friendly. The owner did also walk around greeting patrons. The Cesar salad was 8/10- really good. The pizza was a bit too charcoaled for our liking and too greasy. It is also pretty dark in the restaurant, which is fine for dinner and drinks out but not lunch time. It was also too pricey for the pizza.

    Delicious pizza!
    Jenn F.

    My husband and I have been here in 2021. We knew when we came back to the area we wanted to come back, as the food was delicious. We had great service even though there was a slight hiccup with our order. They remade the pizza and tried to offer a free dessert. We declined as we were completely stuffed! You can make reservations, though my husband and I were able to wait at the bar for a table. We will be back!

    Best garlic bread ever.
    Ryan S.

    We loved Deluca's! The garlic bread was the best I've ever had. The pepperoni pizza was great too and it was so much. We brought it back to the cabin and ate it the next day. Love the dark interior and also the Saturday morning football games playing on TV outside while we waited. Staff was very friendly. We will be back.

    Holly T.

    We came through Hot springs just to try this pizza. It did not disappoint. We got the barstool recommended pizza and added pepperoni and onions - asked for bell pepper but they were either out or don't serve it. I tried the blueberry wheat beer on draft that was recommended and it for as very good also. I like ranch on my pizza but they don't serve it but i get that it is probably a Texas thing and it was good without it. Server was great and even helped us to find the nearest hot spring to head to after. Pizza is thin and crispy with great flavor. My son ordered spaghetti and Meatballs w sauce on side. It as good put pretty pricey at 25 dollars. The bathrooms were only one stall (they had 2) and were clean. Glad we stopped in!

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    Much love and thanks Elena

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    Pizza was really good, service wasn't the best but they were busy, and pictures of waitresses on the wall seemed a little weird

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    Thank you so much Justin.

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    10/10 RECOMMEND!!! This is my second time here. This time, I got the Primavera Pasta (requested…read moreGluten-Free and Dairy Free/Vegan) & The Signoria/Firestone Pizza (Gluten Free). THEY WERE BOTH AMAZING! The pictures do not do them justice at all! The service was great & so was the atmosphere! This pasta? So freaking good. The sauce was super flavorful and all the veggies (spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions) were cooked perfectly. The gluten-free penne had a great bite to it -- not mushy at all but also not hard -- and the whole thing was just super satisfying without feeling heavy. Honestly didn't even miss the dairy or wheat. Now for the pizza! The crust was golden and crispy in the best way -- not that unflavored GF cardboard texture that some of them have. It's loaded with marinara, pepperoni, heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella and feta. I have now found my favorite gluten free pizza! It tastes exactly like a regular gluten filled pizza. I shared both dishes with my 3 year old niece, my sister & my boyfriend (they don't have dairy or gluten allergies) and they loved everything!!! So even if you don't have any dietary restrictions, you can enjoy these!! (You can order them with gluten and dairy of course). Also just to note- they have Milo's Lemonade as one of their drink options which is always super good.

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