On a road trip with my son up to his university in Washington...first stop...Fat Olives! We arrived about 10mins after they opened for lunch on a Tuesday and we were promptly seated and served. It was a good thing, as the place was packed 15min later! This is our 2nd time at Fat Olives. I love their wooden floors, wooden tables and chairs and the brick walls...simple yet stylish! We decided on two pizzas- the 12" Shrimp Fra Diavolo (pesto sauce, spicy shrimp, basil, and the wonderful Calabrian chiles and chili oil) and a 10" Pepperoni. The shrimp pizza was amazing and will have me stopping in here on future Flagstaff trips! The crust was perfectly cooked- a little char from the wood smoke oven and a little chewiness like a good crust should have. Despite the place getting crazy before we left, our waiter was very attentive and got us a box for our last 3 slices (all from the pep) and to-go drinks. Being hot and sunny, we placed the pizza box on our dash and had the last few slices hours later on the road. The only problem with Fat Olives is it being in Flagstaff and not in metro-Phoenix. Okay...2nd problem is I want to try every pizza they have. If the first problem gets fixed, the 2nd problem may go away! Final note- they do have several pizzas with nuts on them, so those with nut allergies should speak to their server to understand any risk. read more

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The Barada plate that I got was so filling & what a large amount of meat as you can see! What a great appetizer to share or I had it as a meal and still had leftovers!!! We also had the Caesar salad, some type of sandwich which I can't recall (darn it) and the fettuccine Alfredo for 3 of us! We had leftovers for dinner and lunch the next day! And we can't forget the tiramisu. It wasn't the best we've ever had, but it was definitely a plus. Definitely stop in- you will be absolutely glad you did! read more

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Fantastic food and fantastic prices Fantastic prices Went three times while we were in Flagstaff read more

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Quick trip to Flagstaff and we always like to try something new. So, Fat Olives it was. Wednesday afternoon, 3:30 pm, after the lunch crowd and way before the dinner crowd. The hostess asked if we had a reservation - uh, no. It wasn't crowded. We were seated at the bar at a tiny round tabletop, barely big enough for plates of food. The waiter was kind, nothing out of the ordinary. I asked about the size of the pizza, big enough to share for two. I asked about the sandwiches and was told they were on the lunch menu and not offered. We ordered a pizza. It was okay. Really thin crust, kind of "droopy" with the toppings on it. I won't say it was bad, but it wasn't my favorite. Side note, since we were seated in the bar, the waitstaff were busy wine tasting which I thought was interesting. read more

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This was our first time here and it was so good! One of the best pizza places I've been to. They're VPN certified and the pizza really was comparable to the pizza I've had in Italy. We got the Farmers and the Di Fungi. The farmers, we added sausage and it was perfect. The Di Fungi was good as I love mushrooms but I wish there were a LOT of mushrooms on it. I was expecting the whole pizza to be covered but this just seemed like I did an add-on of mushrooms instead of ordering a pizza that's literally called "di fungi." The service was quick, and the server was really attentive to refills on our drinks. We actually noticed their happy hour menu was really good so we came back the next day and we got the margarita pizza, marinara pizza, and the stracciatella. I love that their happy hour was every day -weekends included! The pizza was just as good as the day before. The stracciatella was good but I probably wouldn't get it again. read more

Fat Olives - Farmers (bottom) and Di Fungi (top) with cheese on top - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

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I had heard quite a bit about this restaurant as we have been looking for what would be the places to go with great food. Frankly, I don't know what the Hoopla is about and why it has 4 1/2 stars, but the ambience was cute. As to the food, I thought it was average at best. I had the rigatoni and I was expecting to have more of distinguishing flavors like I have had with other Italian meals that also have fennel sausage in it because I'm a big fan of it. This was very bland and when it was served, it was warm and not hot. My wife had the chicken Parmesan and it was served in a very hot iron dish which probably they should do for most dishes to keep it nice and warm. Hertz was definitely better and I would give it 3 1/2 to 3.75 stars for its meal, but it wasn't necessarily memorable. The server was pleasant, and after we were served, took a little bit of time before she came back to check in on us, and then as we had finished relatively early, keeping half of our meals for later, we didn't see her for quite some time. It was definitely getting packed because we had an early dinner and arrived at about 3:45 PM and frankly we're done about 4:20 PM. It was Father's Day so I understand Weil. It was busy, but that doesn't speak to the Food quality. I did have an orangecello old-fashioned, which was a nice twist on the old-fashioned, but just average in the scope of old-fashioned drinks Overall, it's my opinion that it is average at the very best and we are probably a one and done. One thing, however, is that the pricing was very reasonable and likely it is you pay for what you get. read more

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We had a reservation for late on a Friday and it was screaming busy! The parking situation is tough so be warned. They sat us for our reservation quickly and our server Bailey was so nice and helpful! Very laid back, comfortable vibes. We ordered the garlic knots which were very yummy and three pizzas: Belgio dolce, kenai, and bufala margherita. I loved all of them but was slightly disappointed by the bufala margherita, there was just virtually no cheese and the crust did get a bit burnt. I would stick to the traditional margherita. My favorite was the belgio dolce! Very complex and cheesy. We ended with a cannoli and tiramisu, both delish! Will definitely come back when we are in flagstaff again! read more

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one of flagstaff's best gems. The food exceeds my expectations for a small town like flag. we went during happy hour and they have great deals and you can beat the rush of people! The pizzas that really stood out to me were adovada 10/10 and ms piggy 9/10. I love that the pizzas have honey on them which balance the savory and spiciness of the pizzas. chicken parm was SO BOMB. It was creamy and flavorful, without being too overwhelming. Usually, it can be tiring to eat a full cream pasta, but this was well balanced and had me wanting more. Spaghetti and meatballs were disappointing. Bland and a little watery for my taste. Meatballs were dry. Would not recommend getting this as there are way better dishes. Tiramisu is light and fluffy. A must have dessert here. read more

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While I'm keeping my rating the same as my first experience, my second visit was not as sharp as my first visit. My second visit was a pickup order. The wait for the order to actually be ready exceeded the 60-70 minute wait originally given by 10+ minutes. Both pizzas were examined before leaving the property. Neither pizza was warm, let alone hot, one of the pizzas was damaged but apparently presentation did not matter to whomever threw it in the box. We choose to not wait even longer for a properly made pizza. Overall, the pizzas tasted fine, once they were re-warmed. read more

Fat Olives - Margherita pizza - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

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Came in for lunch...also this is famous for being on DDD with Guy Fieri. Decor - Very cool inside with seats at kitchen and a separate bar area. Food- Pepperoni Pizza with fennel sausage. $16 + $3 for the small amount of fennel sausage. It was great but not worth the xtra $3. - Pizza crust was amazing and the entire pizza was delicious. - Spaghetti & meatballs $14.50 with a small salad. Way too much sauce but the meatballs were good. Wouldn't get it again. - Overall good service and glad we finally made it here. I like how they have a section on the menu, "what Guy ate". They probably got tired of people asking. CON - The "Flagstaff Service Charge" of 4% is total bullsh*t! read more

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First time at Fat Olive! Restaurant was packed and yet they found a table for me and my wife. Ordered side salads and a pizza to share. Salads were fresh and flavorful. Pizza was delicious. High five to Issac our server - he was outstanding. I happened to watch the team prepare pizzas and other dishes as we were seated close to the open kitchen. Staff saying thank you to each other and working as a team. Officially on my Flagstaff rotation. Impressive restaurant. read more

We stopped by this pizza place after visiting the historic U.S. Route 66 for a quick bite, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. Days later, we were still craving the pizza! We ordered pepperoni, meat lovers, and sausage pizzas, and all were equally delicious. The atmosphere was fun and lively, the service was friendly and attentive, and parking was easy with plenty of spaces both in front of the restaurant and in the adjacent lot. We would absolutely come back the next time we are in Flagstaff. read more

Fat Olives - Sausage pizza - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

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We went to Fat Olives to celebrate our niece's graduation from Northern Arizona University, and with it being graduation weekend, having reservations turned out to be a great decision. There was a line out the door when we arrived, but since we had reservations, we were seated immediately. This place has been featured on the Food Network's "Top Places to Eat," so it's easy to understand why they're so popular. The tables are also somewhat small, so things can feel a bit cramped once the restaurant gets busy. The food was incredible and the drinks were equally impressive. They have a great selection of cocktails, beer, wine, and mocktails. The Basil Lemon Drop made with house-made limoncello was especially refreshing on a warm day. For our table of eight, we started with the bacon marmalade bruschetta, goat cheese bruschetta, and the wood-fired stracciatella with prosciutto. Everything was fantastic. The bruschetta boards each came with four pieces, and the stracciatella included four crostinis plus plenty of prosciutto to share. For entrees, we ordered several pizzas including the Ms. Piggy, Carnivore, and Belgio Dolce -- the same pizza Guy Fieri featured -- along with lasagna, pesto spaghetti, and rigatoni. Every dish was excellent, and the pizzas were large enough to easily feed two people. Even after all that food, we still made room for dessert and ordered the crème brûlée cheesecake, tiramisu, cannoli, and a couple espresso martinis. I only tried the cannoli because I was completely stuffed by then, but it absolutely delivered. The service was outstanding. Jennifer did an amazing job taking care of our large group and making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. I also loved the option on the menu where you can buy a 6-pack for the kitchen crew to show appreciation for their hard work. We figured one wasn't enough for the whole staff, so we bought five 6-packs instead. This would have easily been a 5-star experience if not for a couple issues. Originally, we made a reservation for 16 several weeks in advance. We received a confirmation the night before, but then got a cancellation notice just a few hours before the reservation. Our first phone call to the restaurant ended with us being disconnected, though thankfully the second call resolved everything. We later found out their reservation system automatically cancels large reservations unless they're booked as private dining. We also reduced our party size to 8, which helped. The other issue came at the end of the meal when the manager asked our table to leave. I understand we had been there for about two and a half hours and they likely wanted to turn the table, especially during a busy graduation weekend. Still, there were no time limits mentioned when we booked the reservation, so it left a sour note at the end of what had otherwise been an amazing dining experience. Overall, I'd absolutely recommend this place if you're in Flagstaff and craving Italian food -- just don't expect to keep your table for the entire night. read more

Fat Olives - "Leave the gun, take the cannoli." - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

Update: We still love Fat Olives. Our bartender (Isla) last night was a real sweetheart and a darn good mixoligist too. We enjoyed cocktails, a couple Caesars, and a Ms Piggy pizza. Everything was great per usual. The space was lively and everyone was having a good time. read more

Fat Olives - Ms Piggy - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

Nice ambiance and cozy vibe. I got the Miss Piggy amd my husband got the Carnivore pizza. Both were delicious and the flavors were on point. My son got the spicy pork loin pizza and loved it. I got the Fat Olives salad and it was fresh and tasty. Our server was friendly and attentive. Great experience. We will be back. read more

Oh my goodness, this place! I found out about it from social media and the Food Network. We were looking forward to eating here our whole trip, and we are seriously sad we can't eat here more often due to distance! You're greeted with a signed Guy Fieri poster hanging in their entrance. We were seated promptly in a cozy booth. The kitchen is open and you can see them tossing the pizza dough up in the air occasionally. Such a cute little restaurant! Michael (Mike), was our server and he was so great. He said he's been working there for 11 years. I told him how I knew about the place and he said the episode on Food Network aired in 2017 and things have never been the same since! I can imagine! He really knew the menu well and took the time to tell us about the restaurant and their certifications. This place is a VPN Certified pizzeria by Verace Pizza Napoletana! I love that they also designate what Guy ate on their menu. I went with the Belgio Dolce Pizza, the 3rd place winner at the International Pizza Expo in 2014. The pizza is white sauce based, with house-made mozzarella, pecorino romano, oregano, shaved brussel sprouts, calabrian chili oil, Molinari soppressata, local honey and crushed pistachios. Mind blowingly amazing. My oldest got the chicken Parmesan on Mike's suggestion and my youngest got their version of a meat lovers pizza. They each got an Italian soda and I got a mocktail cherry smash--delicious! Mike suggested their tiramisu for dessert--stating it's a modest portion, good for sharing. I told him we aren't the biggest fans of tiramisu, but he assured us theirs was amazing--more custard and not very coffee-y. He said if we didn't like it, he'd buy it. Okay, sold! WOW! Best tiramisu EVER! We LOVED it! Everything was phenomenal! I'm so thankful we were able to try this place out! If I'm ever in Flagstaff again, I'm coming here again for sure, and will even ask for Mike! :) read more

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If you're looking for a solid Italian spot in Flagstaff, Fat Olives is definitely worth a visit. We started with the fried artichoke hearts with basil aioli, and they absolutely stole the show--10/10. Perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and the basil aioli paired beautifully with them. We also ordered the Burrata & Prosciutto appetizer, which was very good (8/10). My only suggestion would be a little more balsamic drizzle and a pinch more flaky sea salt to really make the flavors pop. For my entrée, I tried the Belgio Dolce Pizza, a 3rd Place winner at the International Pizza Expo. The combination of house-made mozzarella, pecorino Romano, shaved Brussels sprouts, Calabrian chili oil, Molinari soppressata, local honey, and crushed pistachios made for a unique and enjoyable pizza. The crust had a fantastic texture, and you can tell they know how to make a proper pie. I'd give it an 8/10. While the flavors worked well together, I felt it could have used just a touch more seasoning to really bring everything to life. We visited around 1 p.m. on a weekday, just as they seemed to be coming off the lunch rush. Having worked in the service industry myself, I completely understand busy shifts, so this isn't meant as a complaint--just an observation. It did take a little over 10 minutes before anyone greeted our table, and our waters didn't arrive until about 15-20 minutes after we were seated. Overall, we had a pleasant experience. The food was fresh, the atmosphere was welcoming, and despite a slower start to service, we'd happily stop by again the next time we're in Flagstaff. read more

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Pizza is awesome . Came in right at 5pm on a Tuesday and got seared immediately. I highly recommend this place if you are passing through. Great for dinner or lunch read more

Fat Olives - Lunch pepperoni. Amazing - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

We found this Based on a local PBS show we saw on you tube and not Triple D. It has a rating from Naples that claims their pizzas are made authentic. I it is fun to see them toss the dough in front of you. Probably the best Margarita pizza I've ever had. We also had a burrata chile infused side dish. That was great. Service was wonderful I see why people come here. The happy hour was very generous with discount prices on drinks and some items. I'm giving it a 4 because I don't understand why they charged a 4% flagstaff service fee. We originally thought it was a city thing they couldn't help. We ate at two other places and were not charged this fee. And again I feel like restaurants should put this information on menu at the door on the table ahead of time if they are going to do it. read more

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Last minute stop right at dinnertime and they actually got our party of 8 in with no waiting. We were very lucky! Waiter was very helpful and fast service. We specifically went there because it was featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives and ordered what Guy Fieri did. The food was amazing we had pizza, pasta and dessert! The restaurant is busy and fun to watch them make the pizzas. Not overly noisy, very clean and welcoming. We were surprised for it being so packed in there how fast we got our food. We'd definitely go back again! read more

Fat Olives - Classic Lasagna! - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

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This is a clear local favorite. We visited on graduation day and it was packed. Indoor and outdoor seating options; large and small groups. Service was excellent, and the food too. Highly recommend. read more

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A solid, satisfying pizza. Above average, but not really anything particularly exciting. The toppings were well distributed but lacked seasoning and the cheese was sparse. Admittedly I'm an absolute fiend for cheese so that may be personal preference! read more

Fat Olives - Farmer's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

Visited the restaurant on Saturday, super busy even it's 1.30pm, way past lunch time. This review was for the arugula salad and pesto ham pizza (ms piggy). The pizza and salad were big portion. I like the sweet pecan bits on the salad, the salad dressing was light and refreshing. Pesto pizza was delicious with the ham and pesto sauce. We waited for 30 minutes to get seated, once we placed our order, the food came out quick within 10 minutes. Overall good food, quick and friendly service. Will be back soon for other things in the menu read more

Fat Olives - Full house - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

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1. False Advertising: Prices were $1-2 over the posted online menu across the board 2. Pizza Underwhelming: Thin crust - but not crunchy, just soft and floppy, especially in the center 3. Crowded Interior: Barely any space to walk or move 4. Rushed Service: Waiter checked in but left before I could say a word multiple times Overall totally overrated and underwhelming. read more

I love Guy Fieri, so I had to come eat here on my most recent trip to Flagstaff. Even on a Monday night, this place hardly had any reservations available but were able to accommodate us last minute since we came in early (around 4:30 pm). Ambiance here is cozy and inviting, what you'd expect from an Italian restaurant. Their happy hour specials were great - a strong margarita for $5.50? Yes please. We were able to get a few rounds of those while waiting for the rest of the party to show up. We kicked things off with the burrata appetizer which was delicious and packed with prosciutto. I had to get the Belgio Dolce pizza, which Guy ate, as my main. What a mix of flavors - Brussel sprouts, Calabrian chili, Soppressata plus honey drizzle? Yes please. Waitstaff was incredibly accommodating as well. 10/10 spot if you're in the area. read more

Fat Olives - Belgio Dolce - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

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Fat Olives is the must visit Italian restaurant in Flagstaff. It's a quaint and ethnic dining area with an open view of the kitchen. Very Italian in the feel and lighting. There's plenty of room but the place gets packed. The servers and waiting staff are great. I had the meatball appetizer and they were fabulous!!! The Miss Piggy pizza is a creamy pesto pie with mortadella bacon crumble and caramelized onions. I enjoyed that pizza, especially the Neapolitan style crust thin inside with puffy crust. Terrific!!! I came because I visited place Guy Fieri visited on Diners Drive ins and Dives. This one was a good find, a strongly recommend you come enjoy this gem joint. read more

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Service by Isaac was great! Came for weekday dinner and seated at pizza bar on walk in. Market salad with smoked salmon - great to have fresh Parmesan Diavola pizza - a bit oily for me and the crust was hard, perhaps a bit overcooked Lasagna - fresh tomato flavor - personally would've liked a bit more veggies like mushroom Pistachio gelato - very pistachio tasting! Would like to try blood orange sorbet or tiramisu next time read more

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Didn't have to wait for a table during lunch time. - Adovada 3.1/5 Honestly, it's such a basic pizza. The tomato sauce doesn't stand out, the dough tastes good but it flops a lot in the middle. The toppings were scarce. The cooked onions on top made the pizza pretty sweet. Not spicy at all. Not sure how they got 5th place international with this pizza. - Spaghetti & Meatballs 2.3/5 Super basic spaghetti and meatballs. They don't give you enough sauce, had to ask for more. The meatballs are just basic, nothing special. Lacked seasoning. The house salad was recommended over the Caesar salad but couldn't even taste the dressing! - Tiramisu 1.9/5 Not enough espresso/coffee taste, the mascarpone was too much. Comes in a jar. read more

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Fat Olives is my main motivation to return to Flagstaff. A celebrated treasure featured on Diners, Drive Ins and Dives, my main question was- is it worth the hype? Truly, if I had it my way, I would have tried a new dish here everyday of our stay! As I write this, I still long to try their desserts, so yes, I believe it is. The best decision of our trip was sitting at the pizza bar. At the pizza bar, you're able to watch the construction and execution of each dish, smell the scent of fresh tomato, hear each chop of the knife, and take in the magic that is the handcrafted woodfire oven. At the pizza bar, you're able to indulge in the bustling flow of the kitchen, but most importantly, at the pizza bar, you're able to converse with the chef. While casually twirling pizza dough on one hand, chef recommended we try a dish that we couldn't order anywhere else, so we did. A red pepper tapenade was the dish of the day, and this twist featuring red peppers, artichoke hearts and more served as the perfect appetizer to the kenai pizza. I can describe the flavor no better than Guy Fieri himself, so I won't attempt to, but it's certainly worth ordering. Too full to indulge in dessert, I'll be back! If you had any hesitation in visiting, I'd recommend visiting for lunch to avoid long wait times (we were seated immediately) and bringing a few friends as the pies feed 2 more or less. There are a lot of pizza options in Flagstaff. If you're willing to spend the calories, spend them here, where it counts. read more

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I enjoyed everything about Fat Olives! We were seated at the bar and I'm so glad we were. The bartender was amazing. You can tell she truly loves her job. She made great drinks (I tried the mule with house made limoncello and strawberry) and provided excellent service. We tried the Cesar salad, lasagna and pepperoni pizza. Everything was fresh and the pizza was wood fired to perfection. read more

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The food was great! Service was excellent and the energy of the restaurant was very enjoyable. We will be returning! read more

Fat Olives - Marmalade - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

Pizza, service, decor is splendid! I ordered meatballs and chicken parm. The meatballs looked like a beef and pork blend, but were not fried and were so uniform in texture It struck me that they were likely heated from frozen in mass. The chicken parm was beautiful, but it seemed to me the cutlet was likely baked with the sauce cheese from frozen as well. (Is that the trick with the small skillets? Are we saving a step? It is a busy place and clearly a local favorite. My advice is stick to pizza and beer. read more

I was here a few days ago and had incredible service and amazing food! Our server Henry really was the nicest sweetest guy ever, he was very friendly as a server should be. We got the Belgio Dolce Pizza as recommend and I really can see why it was a 3rd place winner. Super unique pizza and incredible service made for such a perfect date night, I will be coming back when i'm in flagstaff! read more

Great atmosphere. Food was very tasty and fresh. Service was quick and efficient especially considering how busy they were.

I recently discovered this establishment and was thoroughly impressed. Following the recommendation of fellow yelpers, I decided to dine here and was delighted with my experience. Although we were initially invited to sit on the patio, the chilly weather prompted the hostess to direct us to an available high table in the bar area, which was a suitable alternative. Up to that point, my expectations were not particularly high. However, our server, Henry, provided exceptional service, demonstrating friendliness, patience, and attentiveness despite the very crowded bar. The food exceeded my expectations, with generous portions and reasonable prices. The goat cheese bruschetta was the highlight of my meal.The happy hour menu offerings were not only delicious but also accompanied by excellent drinks. I am already looking forward to my next visit. read more

Had an amazing dinner here tonight. I ordered the Margherita pizza, it was amazing. Paired it up with an ice cold Peroni beer and I felt like I was back in Italy. The rest of the food that was coming out of the kitchen looked awesome too. I need to come back and try a few more items. Great food, great prices and a great experience in a town full of chain restaurants and otherwise mediocre places to eat. read more

Fat Olives - Just like in Italy - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

Food was cool ( needed more seasoning. ) Restaurant was clean Service was wonderful Wait time is pretty long read more

Fat Olives - Lasagna - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

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We ordered Guy's recommended pizza and it was absolutely incredible! Wow! So delicious! The heat and sweet balance was just right! The crust was perfect. It was so good. The chicken Alfredo was yummy! Fresh homemade pasta! I loved the warm olives as an appetizer. read more

Fat Olives - Pizza Near Me - Flagstaff, Arizona

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excellent food, mediocre service, lame music and tv in background. How about some nice traditional or modern Italian music??? read more

Went on a Saturday afternoon without a reservation. Had a wait for 35 mins which was no problem. The service was great and the place was very busy. Smelled amazing as soon as you walked in. We ordered the olives, Parma arugula pizza and lasagna. Everything was delicious but the lasagna was disappointing. The menu emphasized the ten hour cooked ragu but it honestly was just a plate of mozzarella. There was a very thin layer of sauce and the rest was just one note of ricotta and cheese. If you like a saucy and meaty lasagna, I would not recommend. Otherwise everything else was good. read more