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    4.2 (211 reviews)
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    Cavolfiore (Cauliflower app)
    Annalisa P.

    After an early movie at the River Oaks Theater next door, I waited till Happy Hour around 3 p.m. just to try their food. I stopped by for some ice cream next door at Marble Slab and perused a clothing boutique to pass the time. Since it was early on New Year's Eve, it was pretty empty except maybe a couple and a small group when I came in. I decided to sit at the bar area. I like that they had mocktail options and went with the Vesuvian Blush which has ginger, tea, lemon and mint. It was a nice and refreshing tea, and the ginger did not overpower the tea flavor. I ordered a few items from the happy hour menu. Happy hour is from 3 to 6 PM on weekdays. The Rucola salad was $10 and was a mountain high plate of arugula, spinach, pine nut, parmigiano, shaved fennel, and lemon citronette. It was nice, bright and peppery. It paired nicely with the margherita pizza I ordered, which was only $9.50. I added mushrooms as an extra topping. As another appetizer, I ordered the Cavolfiore ($10) which is crispy panko cauliflower, calabrian lemon aioli, parsley pesto, and Calabrian chile. It came with a half slice of grilled lemon. The cauliflower was tender and stayed crispy with the panko coating despite the aioli at the bottom. I'm also a fan of the Calabrian lemon aioli. This appetizer was delicious and I would order it again. You get a tiny Italian hard candy with your receipt. Happy hour was worth it! So much food at a reasonable price...especially for one person. I could have easily shared everything. I enjoyed the food and would return. I would like to try the Cacio E Pepe pizza and see how it compares to the one at Rosie Cannonball.

    CACIO E PEPE PIZZA
    Gina C.

    Finally tried Pizzana! This spot has been on my list forever, especially since it's located right next to the River Oaks Theatre. Overall, the vibe didn't hit quite as expected to me. We were seated along the western wall which felt a little awkward at a table for 2 squished between two groups. They didn't have any draft beer which is sadly a must for me when having pizza!! Another thing I noticed was the wine wasn't served in traditional wine glasses which made it feel a little less polished than I expected (especially for the price). We ended up not ordering drinks and focusing on the pizza! The Cacio e Pepe was great for a few slices but the parmigiano creama ended up being way too overpowering for me. Though, we LOVED the diavola pizza and would definitely get this again! Overall, it doesn't seem like it'll turn into our pre-movie spot like I had hoped, but might just be personal preference! Service was lovely and kind.

    CHOP SALAD
    Candy C.

    The family loves pizza so of course we had to try this place. Staff was friendly and accommodating, answered all our questions helped us with our entrée selections and made suggestions . Put in our order for appetizers we had the meatballs, Carvolfiore - cauliflower was crispy & delish, Cesare Insalata - (dining companions ate it up) , Chop - (chopped salad, good but I expected the ingredients to be more chopped), and Carvoletto de Bruxelles - (brussels sprout salad - crispy & tasty). Then our server came and took our orders for entrées. I ordered a vegan pizza because I can't eat cheese and they allow me to add sausage to it. The pizza was delicious. The crust was crispy and chewy. The toppings were tasty. The dining area is family friendly. We had a large party with kids and it was fine. Unfortunately, because of the center it's located in there is not a lot of parking and the close spots are paid parking .

    DIAVOLA PIZZA
    Anna S.

    My group and I came here for dinner after watching a movie at the River Oaks Theatre because it was within walking distance. The interior was classy and upscale, and the service was friendly. We were personally recommended the Diavola pizza, and the Neo Margherita; both were sliced into 6 pieces, and we shared them amongst the 4 of us. I also tried a bit of the Spaghetti al Pomodoro Pasta from my friend. As for my overall thoughts... the Diavola was definitely worth the try! It's nothing I've ever tried before; it had a spicy taste from the salami, and the drizzle of honey, along with the walnuts, added a unique sweetness. The charred shallots were also a delicious addition. The Neo Margherita was good as well, but nothing special. Both pizzas had a thin crust. Overall, I had a pleasant experience at Pizzana. Still, if I'm ever craving pizza, I'd rather visit the hundreds of other pizza parlors in the Houston area, since I didn't notice much difference in quality. Pricing is steep, too (granted, it's in River Oaks), so I don't have much incentive to return, either.

    CACIO E PEPE PASTA  FOCACCIA
    Melissa I.

    This was truly the first and likely the only ever time I have been so happy to have ordered in. I ordered the Cacio e Pepe and the Focaccia bread from Uber Eats and it was fifteen minutes until closing. I felt bad but I really did want to try this and I figured if they could not fulfill the order they would reject it but they accepted it and let me tell you: this felt like it was made in my own kitchen because it was so hot when it got to me, it was so perfectly placed into the bag nothing had shifted or spilled -- the pasta was perfectly in order like it was in a magazine. The bread was HOT and it had steam when I cut it open. This was not the end of the shift "hurry up and get it out the door" order, which I would have understood given the time I ordered it even, but it was beyond that. This was phenomenal, so please, whoever worked the shift or owns Pizzana; know you're doing a really great job and thank you so much!

    CAVOLETTO DI BRUXELLES SALAD (Mixed)
    Rachel O.

    We had our experience as take out and we were pretty happy with it. They don't really have an area to wait but luckily they weren't busy when I went so it wasn't a big deal. The pizza was delicious though, loved the parmigiano creama on top. The Panna Cotta was also wonderfully creamy and delicious. We enjoyed the caramel pretzel pieces but some were really big chunks so we crushed them a bit more. The main disappointment was the salad. While good it isn't worth $17 and I thought it would be more brussel sprout forward. Other than that we hope to try a pizza in person next time.

    CACIO E PEPE PASTA
    Alisia O.

    Margherita pasta was a highlight- light and so tasty. Cabernet Sauvignon 10/10 They have a pretty good rewards system!

    Menu
    Hannah F.

    Slice, slice, baby! Pizzana is a solid spot for happy hour drinks and bites! Happy hour runs Monday - Friday from 3-6pm and includes 50% off beer, wine by the glass, and margaritas, 50% off margarita pizza and select bites for a reduced rate. They also have a few cocktails that their members can enjoy for just $5. The membership is completely free and also includes some other sweet perks like a free monthly pizza when you spend at least $25. Not bad, not bad! I don't indulge in pizza very often being dairy-free, but was THRILLED to see that Pizzana has two vegan options on their menu - vegan margherita and vegan funghi. You better believe I'm a big mushroom girl too, win, win! The pizza was tasty with even mushroom coverage and a soft crust. It was a little on the softer side such that you need to fold the piece in order to eat it. The flavor was good but I felt like it needed a little something more, some basil or thyme perhaps. I ended up adding some dried red pepper flakes which helped a little. For their drinks, the fresh watermelon margarita was the stand out. It's hand-shaken with fresh juice and garnished with a tajin. A perfect summer drink. Finally, it's worth noting that their tipping system is a little different. When I closed my tab, I honestly didn't pay much attention and automatically selected the default 20% tip button and had the receipt texted to my phone. After the fact, I took a look at the receipt and noticed that the tip was calculated from the total before happy hour and member promotions were applied. Instead of being about $10 (for a 20% tip), it calculated the tip to be around $20. While this isn't the end of the world as the waitress who helped me was very nice and provided great service, this calculation is a little weird. Overall, a good find for happy hour! I'm now a member and will be back for sure.

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    Amanda C.

    The food and wine were excellent and the ambiance is very sultry here. I enjoyed a Cacio E Pepperoni which is one of their recommendations and a 9oz glass of Cabernet vino (pictured) they do serve the wine in a normal glass FYI as they do in the photo for those that prefer theirs in a wine glass this may not be the place for you However, I did not ask the staff if they have actual wine glasses for serving. So wouldn't hurt to ask. I've also provided pictures of their menu. The staff was very welcoming and accommodated me when I decided to move my table from the bar to outside seating because it was such a lovely evening I wanted to enjoy it! They do have nice patio seating

    Henry Y.

    Had Pizzana back when I lived in LA, was very solid. Houston's is just as good! I would call it a top 3 Neapolitan -style pizza spot, alongside Pizzaro and Bollo Wood Fired. Very nice inside, strong blue colors with a little yellow. Staff are friendly. Seeing the palm trees alongside West Gray from the window even makes it feel like I'm back in LA. They have a good variety of pizza. You GOTTA order the margherita, it's the classic and by which I use to compare spots; it was on point! 5/5 My gf ordered the Diavola, which even though it has spicy salami, wasn't quite spicy enough; overall the pizza was very sweet, given the honey and onions. 3/5. It's a little pricey compared to other spots given the location, the pizza's are around 13-14 inches (estimate), so it's right at the personal-size. I would recommend a 1:1 or 3:2 person-pizza ratio. Why did I knock out a star? Partly since they don't use a traditional oven (pizzas take a little longer than usual), but more importantly, the pizzas got 'stale' fairly quickly, so my last 1/3 of my pizza got really sad; cheese had solidified, and lost some of the chewiness of the wheat. The room temperature was fine, but honestly I've never experienced something like this before. Still on my quest for the #1 Neapolitan pizza spot in Houston, but Pizzana is a super welcome addition to the scene. Buon appetito!

    MARGHERITA PIZZA
    Kelley B.

    This a must-try if you are in the area, our service was excellent and our pizza was phenomenal! The inside was clean and modern and our overall experience was great We will be back!

    CESARE SALAD
    Eric B.

    This place has been a spot my wife craves, so we have been here a lot recently. First, they have a killer happy hour! They also take inKind, which is a great way to get rewards (message me for a referral code and we can both get inKind money!). We always get the artichoke, Caesar salad, and a pizza. We have sampled their pasta (tasty, but not huge portion) and just tried the focaccia the other day (loved it). It still is funny that this used to be one of the three Starbucks on the one corner that comedian Lewis Black called the End of the Universe.

    MARGHERITA PIZZA
    Cassie C.

    I think I ate the whole thing. It was really tasty! I love a pizza that flops. Pizza was on the thinner side. Service was great. Ambiance was also nice. It was elevated pizza place, nice space. I would love to return and try more pizzas!

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    The host was so nice her name is Kallie will come again have good food and all of the waitresses and the bartenders are nice

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    indoor decoration is beautiful always such a chill vibe. I've never had a rude waiter or waitress and the Margarita Pizza is to die for.

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    Ask the Community - Pizzana - Houston

    What are their happy hour specials? Do they have outside seating?

    Yes, they have a few tables outside. I am not sure about their happy hour.

    Are there gluten-free, egg-free options? Are there any sauces that are allium-free?

    There is gluten free pizza dough available made with rice flour and buckwheat flour.

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    Cannot believe it took me so long to come here. This should be a Houston staple for sure!…read more The wine list is long but the staff have plenty of great recs. Can't go wrong!! Get the garlic bread. It's so garlicky and buttery and crispy. Tried 3 different pastas, but my favorite was the Puccini- the lamb meatballs were so flavorful and the pasta sauce was a perfect red sauce. All the pasta was cooked well and had the right texture. I must return to try more dishes!! Jennifer took great care of us! This place is busy- recommend a reservation!

    I was excited to try what appeared to be an authentic Italian restaurant, but unfortunately the…read moreexperience started off on a very disappointing note because of the hostess. She told us the wait would be about 45 minutes, so I asked if my party could sit on the completely empty, shaded patio, order a bottle of wine and some olives, and then move inside once our table was ready. She told me that wasn't possible, which made no sense considering the patio was entirely empty. Instead, she suggested we sit on a bench. I'm not sure how she expected us to enjoy wine and appetizers while sitting on a bench. She then asked for my name--a very authentic Italian name--and spelled it completely incorrectly. When I politely corrected her, she responded with an attitude rather than simply fixing it. First impressions matter, and the hostess, who I believe was named Shelby, made us feel unwelcome from the moment we arrived. Because of that experience alone, we decided we won't be returning.

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