This was my first time going to Tortugas Pizza, and I was very pleased with my experience! I came…read morein about 30 minutes before they closed, so I was a bit worried I wouldn't be able to order just a slice that late, but they happily welcomed me and took my order to-go. I was told that it would probably take about 15-20 minutes to be out, but it was a little less than that. I interacted with multiple staff members while I waited, and they were all extremely kind to me. The inside is mainly sports-themed and had plently of seating to choose from. I was sent off with my order packed in a classic styrofoam box and plastic bag. I was given cutlery and plenty of napkins. I got the Chicago stuffed cheese pizza, and it was absolutely delicious. It was hot, not greasy, and tasted like fresh ingredients were used. I appreciated the large portion size as well, since it was just over 9 dollars. I'll definitely be going back soon!

Great tasting and hot pizza Takes a little time but it's…read moreworth the wait. Pizza is definitely like the classic Chicago pizzas I've had in the Windy City.

Yesterday we drove over to Panera to get a quick lunch. My wife suggested Capella because we had…read morenever tried it. Wow. What a great suggestion. The service was very friendly. If you are a fan of caprese salad then you have to try it. The mozzarella is so creamy and delicious. We ordered 3 pizzas. All three were delicious. Everything is fresh. The last time I tasted pizza like this was 10 years ago when I was in Milan for two weeks on business. I ate pizza practically every day for two weeks. I'm seriously thinking about stopping there again today when I run an errand. If I get rid of the box, no one will even know. Authentic Italian pizza in Trussville, AL of all places.

Normally, I wouldn't complain about paying gourmet pizza prices because I totally understand…read morequality ingredients and good food cost more. But this was anything but gourmet pizza. The large pizza barely had any ricotta on it, despite that being one of the featured toppings, and we paid extra for artichokes that were barely there as well. The "fresh basil" was practically nonexistent and looked more like tiny shredded flakes than actual fresh basil. The chocolate cake was also disappointing -- very fake tasting, overly spongy, and absolutely not worth $8 a slice. After DoorDash fees and everything else, the total came out to around $75, and honestly, you can get much better pizza and dessert for far less money almost anywhere. This location has seen several pizza places come and go over the years, and unfortunately this felt like another one relying on high prices and presentation without delivering the quality to back it up.

Wanted to try something local and give it a shot, overall presentation was good but the pizza…read moreitself was average at best. The hostess was friendly and my pizza was ready when I got there. The temp had dropped a bit so it wasn't pipping hot. The restaurant itself seemed nice kinda dimly lit if you just want an outing not too far from home it may be worth a shot. The outside patio was a nice touch.

An amazing place to go in eat lunch, supper or dinner with your family wonderful waitresses…read morewonderful the whole thing. It's just a wonderful experience so please go.

For Italian Week, Taste of Tivoli, I ordered from Troup's to support Vestavia Hills' Italian…read moreheritage. I thought this was a really neat way to celebrate the city's history and highlight local cuisine. I decided to visit this restaurant because what is better than pizza? Something that can be saved and eaten for days. This restaurant definitely delivered wonderful food! I had the Margherita pizza, the appetizer meatball, and the beignets. The restaurant is located in a little shopping center in the heart of Cahaba Heights. It is a cozy bistro-style place. As usual, I got the food to go due to work. Unfortunately, I rarely get a chance to dine in and enjoy food at the establishment. So, I am very picky about to-go quality, and Troup's delivered. I had the margherita pizza, small 12-inch. It was still warm by the time I made it home. The mozzarella was fresh, and the perfect circle was cut and spread over each piece. The sauce was delicate and flavorful, tasting light and homemade as it should. I like a good amount of sauce, and it was very saucy. It was not overcooked in the slightest, with the cheese and basil still fresh and not burnt. The crust was more Neapolitan-style, softer toward the middle (it wasn't a true Neapolitan, though), but I like various styles of pizza, even hybrids, so I was happy. The spices used gave it great flavor. For a margherita pizza, it's definitely a thumbs up, and I would try it again. I also had their appetizer meatball, which was smothered in the same pizza sauce and fresh basil, and it was quite enjoyable. I am actually not a fan of meatballs unless they are cooked a certain way, usually a mix of meats and tender-ish, but I needed protein that day. Their meatball, I would say, qualifies as one I would eat again. It is a mix of ground pork, beef, and lamb. I am not a pork fan, but I could not taste much pork in this. I liked the beef and lamb, which gave it flavor, and it was cooked so that it was tender. Lastly, the meatball was huge in my opinion. I ate off of it for a few days (but probably most would finish it in 2 servings). Finally, I had their beignets. I tried one fresh before getting home, and it was delish! I honestly did not think they would hold well at home, and after I ate. I was pleasantly surprised. They were amazing, slightly warmed back up. Also, there were so many that I shared them with friends, who also very much enjoyed them. All in all, I would eat there again, even though it may be a bit pricey.

First time at Troups was very memorable! My mother in law wanted a Stella Artois but unfortunately…read morethey were out. The owner overheard my father in law trying to order it and he offered to run next door (to Foodbar) and get her bottle of Stella. We were all very impressed. Food was yummy and service was great. Patrons all looked very happy to be on the restaurant, too!

We randomly stopped by Mad Pies to eat on the way back from a wedding shower and it was okay. We…read moreordered the trash can chicken nachos and corn nuggets as an appetizer. The corn nuggets were good but the trash can nachos were wayyy below my expectations and I didn't expect much. The chicken was cold and the cheese was barely melted and was all at the bottom. For entrees, our group ordered the Jamaican chicken tacos with Brussel sprouts, the copy cat chicken, which came with two sides, I got Brussel sprouts and Mac and cheese, and the jalapeño pepper jack burger. The Jamaican chicken tacos were okay, nothing special, literally just chicken (which was cold...again), pineapple, lettuce and cheese. I guess the pineapple alone was supposed to be the Jamaican part, because there was no other flavors. The burger was good. The copy cat chicken was okay as well, it just had one piece of bacon cut in half sitting on top of the chicken with a glob of melted cheese. Thankfully the chicken was room temp, at best, but warmer than the other chicken items. The Mac and cheese just tasted like kraft Mac and cheese, no seasoning included. The Brussel sprouts were the star of the show, they were sooo good. The service was good, our waitress was very nice and friendly and brought everything out relatively quick. I think they had just changed the menu because we attempted to order the chicken parm and it said on the menu that it comes with two sides but the waitress said it didn't but she would give the sides to us free of charge but...the menu said it came with two sides...but then they ended up being out of noodles for the chicken parm. We also ordered blueberry lemon drop drinks and they were very good! The overall ambiance of this place is dive bar vibes, which I don't mind at all, I just wish the food was a little better.

This was a fun little spot for a Friday night. I stopped in for a couple of drinks and a meal while…read morein town for a marathon. The place doesn't look like much from the outside, but the service I side was good. There was live music, so that was fun. I had a fried baloney sandwich with Mexican Street Corn. Is that a classic Alabama meal or what? It was fairly bright, didn't really feel like a bar or a restaurant, but the conversation with locals was good and it made for a good night.

Ordering at the kiosk was quick & easy. To my surprise, I had a rewards credit that paid for one of…read moremy two Detroit style pizza slices. Yay!! The supreme & pickle bacon ranch ( pbr) were both delicious! The portions are also very filling. The customer service I received was friendly. It didn't take long for me to receive the text letting me know my order was ready. This was a good experience & I can't wait to try more of the menu. I love Uncle G's being located at Hop City! Pizza +beer is a win / win!

I've had their pizza before years ago and remembered it being really good. As part of my Earth Day…read morecelebration, I wanted to picnic in the park and what better food to picnic with than pizza?? On Wednesdays they have a BOGO special on the whole pans. Since I wanted a vegetarian and my guy wanted meat, this was the best choice. He ordered the Prince and I ordered the Cool It Down. We placed our order online to pick up at Hop City. We arrived before the time they stated it would be ready. Obviously it was ready even before that time because it was no longer hot. I was sorely disappointment when I saw that mine lacked the fresh basil that came on it. My guy picked it up and didn't know what to look for so I fault myself on not checking before we drove away. The basil would've taken the simple cheese pizza up a notch or two. I called the phone number listed and the lady that answered said she thinks the truck was out of basil and that should've been communicated to us. She suggested I email them for my order to be discounted. I did do this but as of today, I haven't received a reply. I appreciated her friendliness and her trying to lighten my dampened spirits. While the pizza was okay, I still longed for what I payed for-the fresh basil. My guy didn't care for the lack of sauce on his pizza and didn't want to dip or pour the sauce that was provided. He thought it to be expensive cheese sticks with meat. His words, not mine, lol. I may try them again in the future. Maybe this was just an off day.

I really enjoyed my first time trip to Miracle Pizza. After brewery hopping, I stopped here to…read moregrab a snack. When I arrived, it wasn't busy for a Saturday afternoon. The staff was ready to assist me and provided really pleasant / helpful service. I regret that my phone battery died while I was here. I didn't get many pictures of my food or inside the restaurant. I was able to get a picture of my leftovers later once I got home. The New York slice was pretty tasty! It had the right about of pepperoni/ sauce / cheese ratio. It was great!!! The crust was not too crispy or doughy, so it was just right for me! This is a nice spot to hang out with anyone. It's really laid back and casual dining. Next time I have a hankering for some pizza , I'll add this spot to my list. I recommend checking out Miracle Pizza!

Worst pizza I've ever had. I ordered a cheese a Pepperoni pizza and you can tale they just have it…read moreon display put it in the oven and gave it to us.....

Only thing I've got to say is: "What took me so long to eat there". I bet I've been by this place…read morea thousand times, but never stopped. What a mistake! Wife and I ate there before going to the movie. She ordered spaghetti with meat sauce. Noddles were cooked perfectly. Meat sausage covered the noodles, not like some places that but a ladle in the middle and you end up with more noodles without sauce. I ordered the Salvatore's Special Calzone. Won't be the last time. Crust was crispy, filling were abundant and extremely tasty. My wife mentioned that unlike some calzones this one was not greasy. It was very flavorful. There place is rather small with less than a dozen tables inside, and an outdoor covered patio. Very comfortable, friendly staff, and obviously everything cooked to order. This may well become one of my new favorite places. Looking forward to my next visit, and sorry I've missed the opportunity to eat here over the last 40 years or so.

Today, I have the honor of being the first guest to eat at Salvatore's today. They opened at 10:30…read moreand I arrived at 10:34. I was greeted by the front employee, who was wiping down the final tables before service started. I viewed the menu and saw they offered pizza in different sizes and toppings. They also served pasta, including lasagna, chicken alfredo and spaghetti. I learn that the front employee's name was Solomon. He proved excellent customer service to me, answering all of my questions. He even pulled up a special menu on the TV for me to see that changes every day of the week, serving pizza by the slice instead of a whole pie. I ordered the Spaghetti with mushroom meat sauce, which included garlic bread and a side salad. I also ordered 2 pepperoni pizza with a drink. My total was right at $22 dollars for everything. To me, this was a bargain to get so much food as well. The setting of the table featured red and white tablecloths, which made it feel like a real Italian pizzeria. There are about 30-35 tables, with bar stool seating areas for single guest to enjoy the Birmingham view. My food took about 12 minutes to come out, and Solomon bagged everything nice and neatly before I made it to the counter. I went back to the stool seating to enjoy my food. Once he realized I was dining in, he brought over a parmesan cheese shaker for me to use with my food. This was top tier for me! Very observative. The Meal: I can tell you now that the portion sizes are humorous! The pizza is large thin, hand tossed slices that filled the box of a small pizza. The pasta was enough to feed three people, so they give you a well amount for your money. The pizza had to be eaten folded, which I enjoyed a lot. The pizza sauce was full of flavor, didn't seem like anything out of a can. The slices were cheesy, saucy and not overly greasy with a perfect crust. Some of the pizza I've enjoyed in Birmingham. The spaghetti mushroom meat sauce pasta was very meaty and full of mushrooms. The mushrooms could have been sauteed more before adding to the sauce. As the pasta was full of meat, the sauce could have been more. to cover the bottom of the noddle as well. The garlic bread bursted with buttery, garlicy herb flavor and was super airy and fluffy, not like hard toast baked to plinko chips consistency. The salad was super fresh and simple. The cheese was thick, hand shredded mozzarella cheese with fresh romaine lettuce and a slice of tomato. The ranch dressing was not my favorite, but the house vinaigrette was 10/10! I could drink that dressing; it was so good. I was able to wash it all down with various Coca-Cola fountain drinks or fresh brewed tea (Sweet or Unsweet). Coke Zero was an option, which made me happy! Overall, this visit earned a solid 4.5/5 and I would patronize with them again. Customer service as 5/5, thanks to Solomon. The chefs were hard at work the entire time. By the time I left, 75% of the tables were taken and mostly everyone was eating already too. Check them out if you're in the area! -DASC