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Sparky's Pizza

3.6 (116 reviews)
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Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Happy hour specials

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Last cheese slice of the day.  Unforgettable because of the kindness of two Portlanders
C P.

This review is for you, Portlanders. I came late and there were only few slices left. A gentleman in a yellow baseball cap in front of me, gave up his space so I could have a chance of getting a slice. But to no avail, I did not get the last slice. A father and his young daughter realized what happened, offered one of his slices. I was so touched by the gesture and amazed by the kindness of Portlanders. Because of you two gentlemen, you made this cheese slice unforgettable for an out-of-town visitor. Thank you again.

Shannon L.

'Aight- I've never dined in or picked up - but when I want a HOT, FRESH PIZZA delivered, I know I can always count on Sparky's to get it right. Nothing's worse than a pizza that shows up like an ex-lover, limp and flavorless. Sparky's pizzas are like John Cena @ the Oscars - pure, unadulterated yumminess. Get you some!

Soggy pizza
Larry L.

I have been eating at this sparky's for many years. Today might be the last. Let's start with our pizza, my wife went in to order a pizza. We wanted a chicken, bacon on garlic sauce. The young man behind the counter told her they didn't have that kind of pizza. Remember i have been eating here for years always getting said pizza. So she ordered a different pizza. It's next to uneatable. When she told me what happened i called and asked if i could order a chicken bacon on garlic sauce and they said sure. This is what you get for $40. Good luck parking.

This is how I received my pizza form grub hub driver disappointed to the 10th power smh ‍ is waste of money and time
Jorge G.

Not impressed sparkys prep somethings off no topping on pizza side of cheese and all ingredients

Flo R.

Pizza was delicious. Doode behind the counter was super friendly and professional. Good value here. Around the corner from a concert venue so we grabbed food and line sat. They had a special. $5 for a slice and drink. I got two slices a drink and a breadsteak for me and the girlyfriend to share and it was perfect. The breadstick thing came with two sauces on the side.

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Andrew H.

So this was decent pizza. Not off the wall, best pizza and not necessarily New York pizza but it was good and I liked the pepperoni. Sparky's has many pizza choices, from veggie to loaded up with meat. They have a Sicilian but not what one would expect coming from the East Coast. I think big square slices on a thick crust. They do their regular crust and the toppings they add make it "Sicilian". The same can be said about their "Chicago" pizza as well. It's just a name, not the style of pizza. My opinion is to call it something else. Anyway, big slices, lots of pepperoni, the crust was a little doughy (I need to start telling shops, well done on pizzas like I did in Texas) The sauce needed something. Maybe salt. It's not a place I'd go out of the way for, but if I'm up in Boise, it's a good option for quick and inexpensive. Slices were in the $2.50-3.50 range and happy hour from 2-4 pm boasts two slices for $4. That could work for the locals. Enjoy.

Charlie T.

Since it was a nice day today, my fellow colleagues decided it be a nice day to walk and get some pizza. The pizza here has always been consistently good. Today I had the Sicilian slice and a Hawaiian slice that also included bacon bits, not to mention their delicious parmesan shticks with marinara dressing. The food came out pretty fast, but my colleagues salads took a bit longer. Other than that, the food did its job and satisfied my hunger.

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Good service and pizza slices. Happy hour deals are great. Nice local pizza spot with indoor and outdoor seating (limited)

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Pretty standard pizza. Not had, but just run of the mill. Standard crust, midrange sauces.

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Best pizza I have had in a long time. The crust is just how I like it, and the ingredients are very fresh and evenly proportioned.

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Pizza deals after 8pm! Staff is nice. Quick & easy. Bread sticks 10/10. I also like how they offer a variety of canned drinks.

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Like Costco but less greasy. Flavorless crust. Nothing much more to say, it's just mid

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7 years ago

Great casual spot with awesome pizza and some good local brews on tap. They have a good amount of vegetarian options as well!

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Mucca Pizzeria

Mucca Pizzeria

4.6
(126 reviews)
1.7 mi
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I CANNOT believe that I have never left a review here! I've been coming here for a couple years…read morejust for the Margherita pizza! It's truly sensational and the most authentic I have tasted! When I order I go in person because I have special requests of extra sauce, etc and everyone who leaves this amazing restaurant always raves about it to the staff upon leaving. The best part though is just how NICE they ALL are! I fly from LA just to come get pizza and some to take back. The crust is perfect chewiness and perfection with the right amount of airy and right about of thin and the sauce is amazing! You will NOT be disappointed! They also fulfill my special requests with ease and a smile! I have told thousands of flight crew about this place as it's right around the corner from our layover hotel. I bid this layover ONLY to get pizza. Yes, I gave up a Hawaii, Cancun and Costa Rica trip for this layover for Mucca Pizza, so that should say it all! So appreciate how kindly they treat you when you walk in the door:) amazing staff and owner.

My friend really enjoyed her pasta special and the mushroom soup. My pizza unfortunately was just…read moreokay. First off the crust under the toppings was soggy. I did like the edge crust. Then I looked at my bill and they added $8.60 for my ask to add prosciutto to the Margherita pizza. So $27.30 which is more than another pizza with prosciutto on it. I also must have missed something on the menu about another extra charge as the margherita pizza was supposed to be $18 but had $18.70 on the bill. So overall soggy and very expensive so no need for me to return.

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Small space but charming and stylish.
Small space but charming and stylish.
North and South: prosciutto, burrata, shaved Parmesan, balsamic drizzle and arugula. So delish!
North and South: prosciutto, burrata, shaved Parmesan, balsamic drizzle and arugula. So delish!
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Ranch

Ranch

4.4
(233 reviews)
1.8 mi
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Detroit style pizza. If you know, you know. The crispy…read moreedge, the stripes of sauce, the pillowy soft middle with toppings upon toppings ladled on top. New York and Chicago are still trying to catch up. But we are in the Pacific Northwest, nowhere near Loui's Pizza or Buddy's Pizza (Detroit pizza staples). So many times, what tries to pass off as "Detroit style" falls miles short. Then came "Ranch" where I stood outside and screwed up enough courage to try yet another Detroit style pizza. The interior was small, one wall lined with tomato sauce cans, the menu was bolted to a wall. The smell took me back and that gave me some hope. The pizza arrived at the table, the wife and I have varied tastes so we each ordered a quarter pizza. Mine was pepperoni, the wife had a veggie. The pizzas looked right, square, caramelized crispy edges, heavy toppings... and then on the side of the plate was this cup of ranch dressing. Duh! "Ranch" obviously has to have a good ranch, right? I dipped my pinky finger in the ranch and took a taste. You would not think one ranch can be so far ahead of the others, but ranch is the place for ranch, as well as pizza. My first bite brought a smile to my face, it was just, right in every way that a Detroit pie should be. I have been back to try their #4 pie with sausage and ricotta, and I am looking forward to more trips. If all that was not enough, the service was friendly, the food came out so quick (about 10 minutes) and the place was nice and clean.

Detroit Style thicc crust pizza. One of the best pizza spots in Portland. They got crispy and chewy…read moredown on that crust and dough. Got the pepperoni which also has mozzarella, basil, and sauce. They also give you ranch to dip the pizza in. Everything was delicious. Cute little shop. Great service from the folks working here. Hope to come back soon. You can a whole pizza or quarter (which is like a square personal pizza).

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Pizza Kat

Pizza Kat

4.5
(135 reviews)
2.0 mi

No matter where you roam, near or far from home, one question must always be answered: where can I…read moreget good pizza around here? If you're in or planning to be in Portland, Oregon, I respectfully and enthusiastically recommend you include Pizza Kat in your considered alternatives. A thin, flexible, and tasty-all-by-itself crust. Tomato sauce that adroitly walks the lines between sweet and acidic, and between supporting the other elements well, fading into obscurity, and overwhelming those other elements. The right amounts of the right cheeses. And fresh, tasty toppings. (Sweet Italian sausage not dominated by garlic and mushrooms worth eating on their own, for two delicious examples.) Even better, prices are reasonable, and delivery is available. We had some delivered to our hotel, and it arrived almost as hot and tasty as we would have expected were we at a table near the ovens. There are other pizzas worth eating -- including the thicker-crust "deep cut" slices available before and after select shows at Revolution Hall. But when you want the thin-crust version done right, Pizza Kat will leave your taste buds and tummy purring, without clawing the life out of your wallet.

I hate to write this review because I was genuinely excited to try this place, but with so many…read moregreat pizza options nearby, this one is an easy skip for me. Unfortunately, this was both our first and last visit. I don't think I've ever disliked a pizza before, but this may be the first one I would genuinely call bad. I enjoy wood-fired pizza and don't mind a little char, but somehow this pizza tasted noticeably bitter despite having very little visible charring. Whether it was the lack of sauce, the sauce itself being quite bland, or simply an imbalance of flavors, the end result just wasn't pleasant. The biggest issue is the value. A $25 cheese pizza doesn't need to be life-changing, but it should at least taste better than Costco's. In this case, unfortunately, it didn't. If your goal is to enjoy great pizza, I'd recommend one of the many other pizza spots in the area instead.

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Order Station and entryway seating
Order Station and entryway seating
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Pizza by the slice
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Escape From New York Pizza

Escape From New York Pizza

3.9
(800 reviews)
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Portland is a tough place for pizzerias since the variety & quality is so good throughout the city…read more But for 25+ (35?) years, this little slice-or-whole-pie place in NW 23rd has churned out the tied-for-best pizza in the city. It's true NY style, thin enough to fold if you're walking, the perfect amount of oily, with only the freshest of mozzarella. Slices are available at the counter (and a few stools if you're just having a quick lunch) all day. For a whole pie, call ahead to schedule (503-22-SLICE has been their number since I moved here decades ago) and they'll give you a time generally 20-35 minutes in the future depending on how busy they are. Staff are just like NYC: no suck-up, extra sarcasm, and if you stand at the register for 5+ minutes fumbling with your wallet, they might make a snide comment. But it's endearing grouchy, not really mean, and it adds to the "flavor" of the whole place. Parking in NW 23 is usually very hard. Being a friend to run in while you drive around the block, then enjoy how your car smells HEAVENLY on the way home!

We used to stop here for a slice when we were in this neighborhood shopping in Portland. It was…read moregreat, go in, select a slice, then walk out with a hot piece of pizza. We hadn't stopped in years, but we were in the neighborhood and hungry, so we stopped. I walked in and was asked if it was for "here, or to go". Since we were going to be sitting at a table outside, I said we were sitting out there and didn't know what that was considered. The guy on the other side of the counter said something like, "You think the city puts those tables there and keeps them clean?" and some other rude remarks. Maybe they are trying to be New Yorkers and play the part? I don't know, I was jut put off by it. I waited for them to heat up the slices and then went outside to eat with my wife. The pizza was just "ok" and nothing like I remember. Between the attitude and the quality of food, we will not be returning.

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Slice with all the seasonings.
Slice with all the seasonings.
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Life of Pie

Life of Pie

4.4
(361 reviews)
1.9 mi
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Tried Life of Pie Pizza on NW 23rd and went with the all-meat pizza…read more Loaded with toppings--pepperoni, sausage, and the works--this thing was definitely hearty. The crust had a nice chew with a bit of crisp on the edges, and the sauce balanced everything without getting lost under all the meat. It's a solid spot if you're craving a rich, filling pizza that doesn't hold back. Not light by any means, but that's kind of the point here. Good flavor, good portion, and hits best when you're hungry.

My wife and I used to live down the street from this place for four years, so we've had many…read moreexperiences here. They charge a premium, but the food is consistently hit or miss. For example, when the Arugula Salad is made well, it is fantastic. However we have had repeated experiences where the greens are not fresh, or the dressing is forgotten, or there is no cheese. We have had repeated issues specifically with takeout orders, over many years. Additionally, if you dine-in, there is an entire bottle of oil on the table that you are encouraged to use on your pizza. It is delicious, and really completes the pizza flavor profile! They used to automatically include two small containers of oil per pizza if you ordered to-go. Current policy appears to be to not include any oil with the pizza (unless explicitly asked) and to only provide a maximum of two oils (even if multiple pizzas are ordered). I don't know if there is an oil shortage or what, but this is silly for a place that charges so much for their pizza. Life of Pie is a typical Portland restaurant that expects you to tip before you receive your food (and also expects you to bus your own table). To me, this expectation alongside with the inconsistency of the food for the price, is disappointing, and does not encourage people to go out of their way to return. When the food is good it is a solid place, however I would expect much more consistency for the price they command.

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Happy hour $9 margherita pizza.
Happy hour $9 margherita pizza.
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Sizzle Pie

Sizzle Pie

3.6
(969 reviews)
1.5 mi
$$

Solid place to get a satisfying cheap eat. My girlfriend…read morethought the pepperoni pizza was too greasy so maybe not the best place for ppl with sensitive tummies. We came in for the smell of pizza and we're not disappointed. We were greeted by a window with 6-8 different pizza types and two vegan options. I really liked how they had slice options for about $6 and half slice options for about $3. Really accessible for ppl with less than $5 and great to try something you're unsure of. I got a slice and salad combo for $11 that I really enjoyed. There was a lot salad that took up half the plate and I enjoyed the balsamic. The quality of the produce was 10/10. I got a piece with pesto cheese and balsamic. It was 4/5. My other friend really enjoyed the pepperoni. They have a soda fountain of all the jones sodas if that's ur thing. All the staff were really cool and stylish. Wouldn't go out of my way to come back but a solid place to return to if I'm nearby and want something reliable.

The great thing about this place is that it's right next to Powell's books so you can grab a slice…read moreand walk around. I was hoping they would have a vegetarian option, but I didn't really see one yesterday I think the space is cute and fun and super Portland vibes. I got a slice of cheese and it was delicious. My test for a slice of cheese is usually when the crust holds up straight. This one didn't do that. I think the soda machine was broken, but the customer service wasn't too bad and the prices were about five dollars for a cheese slice I think I would go back. I think it just needs a little bit more excitement in there. Also felt a little bit musky

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