The pizza was really good, and the honey drizzle added a nice touch. The sauce had a lot of flavor, the cheese was great, and the crust was crispy in the best way. Everything tasted fresh, and I would definitely come back. read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I love pizza, but am new to Detroit style pizza. I've been to sister restaurant EMILY in Brooklyn so I knew this would be a great place!! The pizzas were hearty, with cheese crisped perfectly around the corners and a light yet solid crust! It was a great spot. read more

This is one of our favorite pizza spots. Thick delicious crust with toppings to the edge! I had the Good Pauline with caramalized onion, sausage and cheese of course. Every bite was delicious. This review lost one star from me though because the bathroom was a bit unkept, and one I was in had no paper towels. In general, could have used a bit of a wipe down... But every time I come here the pizza NEVER disappoints. read more

Best detroit pizza anywhere around. Food is always phenomenal. Great service as well. Look forward to eating here every time. read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - The founders (right) and the ang (let) - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

We had the Big Hawaiian pizza and butternut squash Brussels sprouts and everything was really good. I enjoyed the focaccia-style dough they used and the brussel sprouts were also really tasty. They were pretty fast in getting out our order and we had a good waitress who would stop by and ask how the food was. read more

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Offer great gluten free pizzas. A nice portion size for a pizza as well. Nice outside seating.

I would absolutely recommend coming here. Chill or kick it kind of vibe. We almost didn't eat here. The attendant behind the bar tried to get us seated and offered the bar because it was completely empty. My husband didn't want to sit at the bar. When the front host came up he told us we needed a reservation, no seating outside was available due to rain. It was a Saturday eve. So I get it. People wait for good food. Trust me. We decided to walk around and see if there was anything else. We returned, I made a reservation, 30 min. Ironically when we returned I heard the guy telling people there's a 30 min wait. Cool. Next time tell me too. Waited a bit but we were seated on the kitchen door side right next to the partition. I stress this because....... the waitress Deana with the biggest smile appeared and was very cordial. Her actitud was genuine & welcoming so we gave her some kindness right back. Order: El jefe no chicken, waitress added mushrooms, chicken wings-naked, mango pineapple sauce on side so it would be crispy, seasoned waffle fries (yes they were crisp), margarita with hibiscus, Brussels salad- diff but good. I finally found someone who can make a pizza with a crunch. Thank you. Midwest folks ain't asking for much! I don't want your soggy bottoms. So thank you Emmy. I'll be back. Glad I came by. Omg, I reheated my pizza in the Air Fryer it's giving Crisp edge on the crust. Thank you. Good pizza can be found here. Businesses!!!! really need to cross over to the Prince George's. I'm going to get me a new position to bring good food to my County because we drive to spend money it would be nice to have a variety here. The size of this place doesn't require much. read more

First time visit to Emmy Squared Pizza. The place was pretty empty on a Monday afternoon but that was perfectly fine with me. The hostess immediately sat down and welcomed me with a tall bottle of cold water. I knew I wanted the Cesar salad but not sure on what pizza I wanted to get. I should start asking for recommendations. The salad was pretty big. I was not able to finish it all. I decided on the Miranda for my pizza. The Miranda has 4 cheeses, crispy bacon and hot honey. The pizza was delicious. I would order this pizza again, but I would get it without the ricotta cheese. The crust, the texture and flavor were all phenomenal. I can't wait to come back and try other pies. read more

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So good! The restaurant was nice and cozy and the pizza was amazing!!! It's all deep dish (I think) so if you're not into that then this place isn't for you... but if you're like me and prefer deep dish then I can't recommend it enough!!! We had the Margherita pizza and I want to go back for more! The staff was also very nice :) read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - Margherita Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I came with family as I had heard the food is delicious. We had the hot buffalo wings which weren't hot, and the zia fries for starters. We then got two pizzas, one with grilled chicken and the other with fried chicken. Altogether, the food was okay, quite average in my opinion. What I will say is that the service was fantastic. Our server, Olsen was excellent. Polite, informed and friendly! Don't know if I'll go again, but overall we had a nice time. read more

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Yes! This place will be on repeat!! Just stumbled upon this place on King Street, and boy am I glad we did! After hanging out in old town, Alexandria and walking around touring shops, we were starving. Most of the restaurants were crowded with long waits, but Emmy Squared seemed to have had plenty of tables and seats. Not to mention the bar was open and no one was there as well. I was beginning to think this was a bad sign and a red flag, but it was explained later to me that they get a large number of takeout orders instead of folks eating inside on some nights. Good this for us because....At first, we started to walk away, but I am so glad we did not. We enjoyed a relaxing time at the bar over several drinks that were on point .....and strong, might I add. Also, we ordered several pizzas to go. The vibe and atmosphere was very laid back, casual and non-touristy, nor crowded. Just like I like it and something that you will find rare in this section of Old Town Alexandria due to the many visitors, out of towners, and people that flock to this historic area to enjoy the sites and views of the Potomac river. This made for an enjoyable, relaxed experience. The staff was friendly and very helpful. Both the drinks and food delicious! The pizza is hands down one of the best in this area of VA and I would even go as far to "almost" say....and I do quote.... The DMV! Our to-go items came out in no time and due to the smells and warmth of the pizza box, I must say I couldn't resist. I dived-in on a couple of slices of pizza at the bar and was blown away! The pizza crust had this crispy, chewy buttery edges that were to die for, and the toppings (including the meats and veggies) were plentiful. To top things off I asked for extra sauce and the they did not disappoint. There was sauce and cheese everywhere.... And, oh soooo good! The portion was more than enough to enjoy while in the restaurant and there was plenty to take home. Everything about the visit was awesome and a great experience. I plan to definitely come back when in this part of Old Town Alexandria again and again and again!! read more

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I have ordered from here multiple times and it was great but recently I ordered 2 pizzas different dates but both pizzas have not been cooked all the way read more

We sat at the bar and enjoyed the attentive service from L.T. we really enjoyed the pizza and cocktails and loved how crispy the dough was and not greasy. We highly recommend the emotional damage cocktail. Top notch and we cannot wait to go back! read more

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Hosted a group lunch at Emmy Squared. It was not very busy which I was surprised about but it was a week day. We had wings, Brussels sprout salad and caesar salad to start. I can tell why people love Emmy Squared. We had a classic and a colony pizza. I am typically a NY greasy style pizza girl and strictly round. Emmy does Squared (duh) and more savory than grease. It was all worth setting outside of my pizza box. read more

I am a big fan of Detroit style pizza ... and this place knows how to do it right. I have been here a few times and the pizza has been very consistent. Fresh ingredients and cooked to perfection. And ... my wife says their gluten free is one of the best she has ever had. So extra points for that! And when you add to that good service and a pleasant surrounding, you have got a winner! One word of caution ... their pricing is a little steep for pizza. So be prepared. read more

A family member went here recently for a birthday celebration. She loves the food and appreciatesd the extra effort Emmy staff took for her special day. Thank you for operating such a kind and tasty restaurant! read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - Nice card for a birthday! Thank you Emmy staff! - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

We love Emmy! Came during the snow storm, Miranda was wonderful and the food was amazing! read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - Meatish and Big Hawaiian Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Great pizza! My sister was in town visiting and we decided to stop here for lunch. We visited on a Friday afternoon before the after work rush so seating was a breeze. I love Detroit style pizza, it was crispy on the outside but still very delectable. I customized my own pizza. I think it's definitely worth visiting. read more

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I do revisit places that are at least a three my first time trying (to me that means, I am not a fan of things I ordered, but there were things shared that were not bad and there were things on the menu I'd like to try if I do come back) My second time here , I ordered from the brunch menu and got the [SEC]FAN (Which had the breakfast sausage, fried egg, american cheese on pretzel bun, ketchup + sammy sauce on side) I found this to be a really good sandwich and the breakfast sausage had a great kick of spice. The pretzel bun was fluffy, and all the ingredients worked together. It was a good portion and was filling. I would order this again! Also enjoyed the brussels sprouts salad or 'Brooklyn mozz sticks but those were great appetizers/shareable dishes. My frist time here I kept seeing the sign for Detroit styled pizza and finally decided to try it and got the Colony. I prefer more cheese than sauce on my pizza so that ratio was not the best for me. This gives me pan pizza vibes so just two slices filled me up quickly! The zia fries were a bit much for me. I realized I'm not a fan of loaded fries & pimento cheese (it's a texture thing for me) Cheesy garlic sticks were simple. read more

This place has been on my list for a long time, especially since I learned there was an Old Town location. Honestly, the dinner was a blur because it was so good even though the staff were a little MIA for the first 30 minutes after we sat down. We got the Big Ang pizza and the watermelon salad and all I have to say is oof, I need come back and try everything else. The pizza was so crispy but flavorful, and the banana peppers were exactly what it needed to cut some of the fat. I hate its location since it's in the most dense part of Old Town, but the food totally makes up for it. read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - Big Ang Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

This is probably the best pizza I've had here in the DMV. The VIP Pizza (not on the menu on their website) blew me away - vodka sauce made in house, red sauce, pesto, pepperoni, mozzarella, Calabrian chilis, and a sesame seed crust. It's so good that I'm still thinking about it. The crust was deliciously crispy and the flavors were incredible. My boyfriend also LOVED the Colony Pizza. I forget the name of our waiter but she had a nose ring and was super attentive - I was torn between two beers and ended up choosing the peach tea over the source and she made sure to check in to see if I liked what I ordered. It was a little loud but the ambiance was great. I can't wait to go back and try more! read more

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Yesterday, I went to Emmy Squared Pizza for the first time and I wanted to take a moment to compliment our server and the manager, Anna and Miranda, respectively. I ordered my pizza without cheese and extra sauce so the dough ended up a bit raw. Their customer service was amazing. They were so kind, so thoughtful and so professional. Thank you both for going out of your way to make sure that I didn't go home hungry. Thanks to you two, our lunch was absolutely perfect! Miranda, those waffle fries were magnificent, hot and fresh, and perfectly seasoned! And what a picturesque locay, right on the waterfront and near lots of shopping! read more

Went on a Wednesday, Valentine's Day, for dinner at 6:30pm. It's a decent establishment; not fancy, very casual with tables and some booths. Everyone else in the party ordered pizzas, but I ordered a burger (so I could get enough protein). Maybe it's because I ordered mine without cheese or sauce but it was the most basic pitiful burger I've ever had. Two pretty thin patties in my opinion, and a couple of pieces of lettuce (even though I asked for a lot knowing it was all I was having). They didn't have tomatoes slices. I don't know why, but when I read 1/2 lb ground beef I was thinking a big ole patty. So suffice to say, pizza may be their specialty. Since it was Valentine's Day, they gave us some Hershey kisses with the check. I would go again to try Detroit-style pizza, but not for the burgers. read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - Le Big Matt burger - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Great food and service. We went with our grandson. He got crayons to paint , a high chair and he loved the mozzarella sticks.

This review starts off pretty badly... but ends on a good note The service wasn't good. Our guy kept forgetting to bring things (drinks, water) and seemed very distracted. He also wasn't very knowledgeable at all about the drink selection (maybe he was new... idk). When someone who looked like the manager went around asking people how everything was, she never came to our table. What about us tho :-( so unfortunately my friend and I did not feel much hospitality at this place. Also their bathroom was dingy and needed to be cleaned. But the pizza and salad were sooooo good!! This was my first time trying Detroit style pizza. I loved it! The kitchen did a great job! This is one of those experiences where the food made up for some negatives. Since I live pretty close by, I would order this delicious food to go in the future to avoid the bad service and the dingy bathroom. read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - Margherita Pizza with pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Before trying this place, I turned my nose up at Detroit-style pizza. I grew up in New York so what can you expect? Emmy Squared really changed my opinion. It's sooooo good! I've only gotten takeout and delivery so far but hope to eat in person sometime. My only negative is it's a bit pricey! read more

So admittedly I didn't know what "Detroit-style" pizza even was until I tried Emmy Squared, but now I'm a fan. I've primarily done takeout from here and have yet to be disappointed. My favorites so far have been the Angel (mushroom pizza) and the Miranda (four cheese pizza with bacon and a honey drizzle). Recently I dined in for the first time and it was great. I had a build-your-own pizza, though one of my friends had the Colony and I gotta admit I liked that one better. Ambiance was nice and our server Nat was fantastic! Perfect balance of being attentive without being interruptive. One of my friends has some severe food allergies and Nat and the kitchen manager and staff were incredibly accommodating and reassuring. Would come back again! read more

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We stopped by this restaurant for the first time today to get an appetizer as we were waiting to pick up family from the airport. I really loved the delicious, crunchy, deep dish pizza. We got the regular size and it was just perfect for my husband and me. We will definitely be back! read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - Create your own pizza with pepperoni, mushrooms, and red onion. - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

They take reservations but didn't seem necessary. Plenty of seating throughout the restaurant. Family friendly as well. Food was delicious! Loved the salad and the pizza was amazing. Tons of options and each pizza is the size of a personal pizza that can be shared by 2 people so make sure to order a few. They have a kids menu for the little ones too. Drinks were not impressive at all. Several cocktails were "unavailable" which was disappointing. The service is mediocre. The hostess was unpleasant and didn't even crack a smile. Our waitress was not personable either until it came to pay for the check. It took a while to even get water at our table. Overall food was great but don't expect much from the staff. read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - Caesar Salad - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I really enjoyed having lunch here! If you are pizza lover, give it a try! They serve Detroit style pizza, which I have not had much of in this area. I was easily able to make a reservation a day in advance. Our server was extremely nice and helpful. We sat outside because it was a nice day so I can't comment on the interior of the restaurant. We shared cheese sticks as group and ordered individual pizzas. I had the Colony pizza and it was amazing! I am a pizza connoisseur and was really impressed with the selection of pizzas and topping combinations. Overall, I am definitely coming back to try more menu items! The restaurant is in Old Town so you will have to have patience if you want street parking. There are several garages nearby. read more

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We placed an order for delivery through DoorDash. We ordered the MVP (vodka sauce, red sauce and pesto) and a Make It Your Own (red sauce, vegan cheese, mushrooms, and pepperoni). This was my first time trying Detroit style pizza and I was a huge fan! I liked how the crust was thick and chewy but still crispy on the edges. I thought the vegan cheese was really good and melted nicely onto the crust. They were generous with the toppings so i was a fan. My husband loved the MVP. He said the sauces were really good and he would definitely order here again. Next time, I'd love to try the pizzas at the restaurant when they are fresh. read more

Emmy Squared Pizza - Old Town - MVP - Pizza Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Great service by Maria. Amazing Detroit-style pizza - mushroom ‍ and carmelized onions , plus pepperoni and mushrooms on the 2d half. Six pieces were plenty for 2. Great location near the Potomac in the heart of Old Town. Reasonably priced. Lots of fun on a hot day in July. Great galleries nearby in Torpedo Factory. read more

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Excellent service and hospitality.. serving Detroit style pizza, and more. With a full bar with bar seating and table seating.

Great square style pizza that isn't too salty. Perfect amount of cheese, pep and sauce. And that touch of honey drizzle is key. Would definitely order again as portions are generous for the price. read more

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The wings were excessively large with little flavor and insufficient sauce (1/5). The pizza was fair but unremarkable (3/5). Service was satisfactory. I had the classic pizza and the buffalo wings. read more

We made a reservation for 12 people and were promptly seated. We ordered multiple pizzas including the colony, margherita, roni supreme, and MVP, plus some other appetizers that I did not try. The colony, roni, and MVP came out at the same time. I had a slice of the MVP and was blown away. It had a ton of flavor and was cooked perfectly - nice crunchy outside layer with the sesame seed crust, and doughy/soft center. Oh, so good. All of us finished all the pizzas before the margherita even thought about making an appearance. I'm not sure why that one was so delayed, but I was still excited to try after having the MVP. Unfortunately, this one had good flavor, but was overcooked and dry in comparison. I did not try the other pizzas, but others in my group really enjoyed theirs. Overall, I enjoyed my first experience at Emmy's and will look forward to trying them again as they have locations in Charlotte. read more

This is such a great lunch spot! I stopped in on a Saturday with friends who were visiting from out of town. We were able to walk in with no reservation and were seated immediately in a cozy booth. The service was excellent, our server explained Detroit style pizza and brought us water right away. We ordered drinks, a Caesar salad and the vodka pizza to share. They have an extensive brunch menu and lots of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drink options that all looked great, but I stuck with water today. The Caesar was solid but there were a few huge chunks of cheese in it. When the server dropped off the vodka pizza, he also had a second pizza that I figured was going to another table but it turns out he offered it to us on the house! It was a gluten free crust with pepperoni, Calabrian chiles, and pesto dressing. It was so nice of him to bring it to us! That said, 2 pizzas for 3 people was a lot of food and my friends don't like spice, so I had a slice of each and brought the rest home and am very excited to eat it later! The vodka pizza was really good as well, the sauce was creamy without being too rich. I left very comfortably full with a hefty takeaway box. read more

out of all the places to eat in old town this one's my favorite because of your amazing team member, Denae!! She was so helpful with the menu, very polite and attentive!! read more

Yet another place I'm surprised has such low reviews. I would've given it five stars if they hadn't run out of bourbon. We came here for my sister's birthday party so, it was a group of about 15. The space is intimate, and there is a bar up front. Our server was fantastic. We were at different tables, and we were all taken care of. The pizza is amazing! And the appetizers we ordered were tasty as well. I'd definitely give this spot another chance! - Kim the Traveling Foodie on IG, TikTok and YouTube read more

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We decided that we had to come back a couple more times because we liked the pizza THAT much. We skipped the burgers and fries this time and got the Cheesy Garlic Sticks, the Miranda, and the Good Paulie to go. Everything we got this time was so good. The Miranda was still amazing. My girlfriend thought the Good Paulie was a little salty but I thought the flavors worked very well. The Cheesy Garlic Sticks were super greasy (more than the pizzas) but still very delicious. Great crust on everything and nice and cheesy. Loved the pizzas and sticks so much we had to order some to bring to other peoples houses and it was a hit. Definitely sticking to the pizzas but a much better experience (except for the weekend traffic/par read more