The Rolling Stonebaker

Ordered a simple meal of 10 wings to go tonight. Specifically asked for them to be made crispy…read more The person taking the order read it back to me and confirmed extra crispy. These wings are the furthest thing from crispy I've ever seen. Super soft and soggy skin. I had to broil them in the air fryer to get them somewhat enjoyable. Took a shot on them for their wings and won't be doing that again.

I was hungry and this spot seemed to draw me in. I was hoping for some good food at the minimum…read more My significant other and I walked inside. I looked at the menu on the wall and then we proceeded to the counter underneath the Order sign. From the Pizzas section, we got a 12" Medium Cheese for $12.50. From the Apps section, they had Shoe Bites (garlic or cinnamon) for $4.99 and we chose garlic. From the same section, we got Onion Rings for $4.99. I ordered a diet pepsi for $2.89. We got to choose our table, so that was convenient. They started to bring out our order fairly fast. The diet pepsi was smooth and so was the free refill. The Onion Rings were crispy and full of flavor. I loved them. The Shoe Bites had a nice flow of garlic everywhere. I liked them. The 12" Medium Cheese came to the table looking fabulous. I was excited to grab a slice. The sauce and the cheese played together nicely. I was a fan of this pizza. The service was friendly and fast throughout my visit. I was impressed by that. Overall, this spot gave me some awesome food for some good prices. I would like to go back someday. Date of visit: 12/13/24

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Medium mushroom pizza

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Verona Pizza

3.6(73 reviews)

1.1 mi

Don't order just the cheese pizza here and maybe avoid the thin crust? It just seems a little…read moreovercooked. Pretzel bites are covered in a weird butter with garlic. Wasn't too into that. That being said, the pizzas with more toppings with a thicker cross seem to be really good. It's not the best pizza in the world, but really decent and the staff is always super friendly. Even on packed nights, they only have a couple servers, but the servers are fast. They really know how to hustle. It's pretty crowded in there on some nights places set up decently has a little stage in front in case they want to have a band. I like going there on Friday nights for karaoke. Just a heads up the place is super packed on a Friday evening, karaoke starts at seven and ends at 11. Everybody in their brother comes there for that to sing or just to sit and listen to other sing. The nice thing is is that since it is at a pizza place and it starts at seven anyone can sing, including children. The cutest youngest little girl I have seen sing did the K-pop demon hunters one of the songs from Matt and she was so adorable! Other kids have gotten up there and wow! They've blown me away with their voices and I feel funny going up there after them. There is a range of singers from new people that aren't the best at singing, but they love to sing and that's great! It takes a lot of courage to go up there. Everyone is super supportive and claps because like I said it's really hard to even go up there to even sing so the courage is really appreciated. It's such a friendly place and the owner is really nice and typically is working there too.

This place is totally laid back during the day. We have gone here for lunch several times. We have…read moregotten pizza, hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, mushrooms, and more. The food is good and reasonably priced. The service has always been good too. There is a deck off the side to sit out on which we like when we are there. Otherwise there's a lot of seating and a bar inside.

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Gelsosomo's Pizzeria

3.1(102 reviews)

1.7 mi

This has great pizza. Buffet could be enlarged. I go to the Chesterton one. I have been back…read morefrequently. Food never disappoints.

Well, let's just say that all Gelsosomos are run the same. Hats, soft Michigan City and Brian and…read morehis crew because they do a fantastic job. But bar none Pete Anderson runs and operates a first rate business both Crownpoint and portage are the 2 best! Worth the drive Not impressed at all of this place!

17.50$ for 10 "Large" boneless wings. Like seriously! They're smaller than chicken nuggets at McDonald's. Wtf!!!

Pizza from the buffet

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Stromboli with fries

Tomato Bar Pizza Bakery

4.3(243 reviews)

1.5 mi

Not sure how I haven't reviewed this place yet, Tomato Bar is the best pizza in Valpo hands down…read more Have been coming here since we moved to the area 8 years ago. Always great! Fresh & quality ingredients, unique options, always great service.

Once again an outstanding experience with an order out. The order was ready in time and it was…read morecorrect. As usual it was delicious. I like earning points for discounts also.

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Amici Grill and Pizzeria

3.5(30 reviews)

1.0 mi

My best friend lives in Crown Point, and her daughter goes to Valparaiso University. She said this…read moreplace was worth a visit so we had to go try it. It's a corner lot and has its own parking lot. I was really surprised that we went on a random Friday night and were able to get in. It's not very large, but it seemed like they got people in and out pretty quick. I was told the garlic knots were amazing and the Alfredo sauce to die for. My friend was not wrong. I'd say the show stealer were the garlic knots. you had to pay extra for the Alfredo sauce but it was worth it. It was so good, I could've drank it. The knots were tender and covered in butter, cheese and garlic. Yum. The pizza crust was good, but I don't think the meatball topping was the best choice for me. We also got a side of onion rings because they were beer battered and I always have to try beer battered onion rings. It's very hard to find good ones and these definitely rank in the top 3 or 4 for me. I was disappointed that they didn't come with any sauce but there was a decent amount of them and they were super crispy. Very basic restaurant in a college area and with a visit for sure. If we go back I'll try one of their entrees.

Amici Grill and Pizzeria in Valparaiso offers a casual, clean atmosphere and quick service, but the…read morefood fell short of expectations. We waited just a few minutes for service, and our meals arrived in about 10 minutes, so efficiency was spot-on. However, the food itself left something to be desired. I ordered the Ham and Cheese Hoagie with fries. While it was toasted, the bread lacked the golden-brown crispness I was hoping for--it just looked and tasted underwhelming. My wife's meatball sandwich fared better visually, with a nicely browned (though slightly over-toasted) bread. Still, her sandwich, like mine, was just okay. Nothing memorable. On the positive side, the restaurant was very clean, and prices were reasonable, but the food didn't stand out enough to make me want to return.

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Penne vodka

Beggars Pizza

3.0(27 reviews)

2.6 mi

Every time I go to Valpo there is an issue. I ordered $100 worth of food waited an extra 20 minutes…read moreand then they charged me $3.75 extra for a garlic butter , brought out the butter and told me, it's going to be about another 20+ minutes, we dropped your pizza. last time I was here the order was completely wrong and they said they were looking at wrong order. prior to that cash register would not take credit cards. waiting 35 minutes for it to work. crown point - NEVER AN ISSUE. This will be my last trip here. offer no discount, refund, etc. terrible customer service. BEGGERS started off as an awesome place and makes great pizza but NOT IN VALPO

Horrible customer service from the store manager. I ordered online and was told my pizza would be…read moreready at 4:05. I get there at 4:03 and the doors are locked. Once they actually opened a few minutes later the manager said it will be 25 more minutes and that he can't control what the online ordering shows. Crap customer service!!! Then I asked for a refund and when he said it would take 3 days I just shook my head. I came back 25 minutes later and he said I thought you cancelled your order. So I drove 20 miles wasting gas and a lot of time to come home empty handed.

Waiting area.

Medium pizza

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Peddlers Pizza Pub

3.4(64 reviews)

0.1 mi

The carrots and celery were amazing!I didn't even know that pita bread was a thing but I LOVED it!…read moreThe pizza tasted like char but Jen was super nice.

to start off the food was very good but our Server Grace W…read morenot it i saw talking to a table for 20 mins and I'm sorry but that's not ok. it took for her forever to get us our check

Mushroom personal pizza.

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Bloody Mary with beer side car

Rosati's Pizza

2.8(52 reviews)

1.3 mi

Rosati's makes perfect thin crust pizza. It's like a cracker crust so we really love it. They have…read moresizes that go from 10 inches all the way to 18 inches. You can get the cracker crust or a regular crust or deep dish. It is a Chicago pizzeria that we just got lucky enough to have in Valparaiso. Just like everything else though you're going to have to pay for it because two pizzas that were 16 inches one that was cheese and another that was sausage and pepperoni cost us around $55. But the girls that work at the counter are amazing and helpful and the restaurant itself is nice and clean. You can definitely eat there, but we only get it to go. The only thing I suggest they work on is cleaning that bathroom a little bit better. Otherwise, we are loyal customers from now on.

Good Pie! We ordered via DoorDash and were not disappointed. This was our first time ordering from…read moreRosati's but it won't be our last. My wife is not usually a pizza person, so she is very picky about pizza. I ordered the Sausage Supreme: sweet sausage, onions, mushrooms, and green peppers. It was a good pie! They also sprinkle oregano (or Italian Seasoning) on top of the pie. I'd like to try it without that seasoning next time, just to compare. Still, it was a great pizza and the wife enjoyed it as well! Good job guys!

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Lenny's Coal Fired Pizza

3.8(46 reviews)

2.7 mi

First visit, just after 3 PM. I had planned to place a takeout order ahead of time, but decided to…read morestop in and check the place out. Loved the vibe, and the staff were great. I ordered the Margherita pizza. I've had Margherita pizzas everywhere from here to Florence, Italy, so this comes from a place of appreciation, not criticism. The flavor was good, and the atmosphere made a strong first impression. That said, the crust was a little too hard for my taste, and the pizza was light on toppings. I'd still like to come back and try more of the menu, especially the meatballs and a few other dishes that looked excellent. Overall, it was a good first experience with friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere. Looking forward to trying more of the menu.

I love the old time feel here. They have great oldies playing. What a nice atmosphere…read more The coal fired pizza was everything I was hoping for. Expertly made. They have a large variety of types to try. My daughter got a kids meal and it arrived in a classic car. Super cute. She enjoyed her meal and also ate some of the pizza. We shared a side house salad and I was surprised at the quality. It was delicious. Normally places use cheap ingredients. We were pleasantly surprised that this house salad was more gourmet. Our server couldn't have been nicer, suggesting several options. We will be back for sure

Lenny's Pie: tomato sauce, pepperoni, fresh jalapeño fresh mozzarella, honey, and goat cheese.

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Bell's Brown Ale while I wait on a couple pies.

Santini's

4.2(29 reviews)

7.0 mi

Good prices. Quality food. Everything made in house. I can get an 8" pepperoni pizza and side salad…read morefor $11. It has light sauce automatically. Pulled pork sandwich is pretty good and economical too

This pizzeria keeps getting better & better... Every pizza…read more. every sandwich & side dish is prepared perfectly! The restaurant itself is spotless & the entire staff is friendly & a breath of fresh air!

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Mike J.

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10

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9 years ago

For starters, the pretense of the staff is very off-putting. To the weirdo working there that needs a shave, don't stare at your guests please. I wasn't sure if you wanted to kick me out or ask me out for a date. Get over yourselves guys, you're warming up precooked shells and melting cheese. The margarita should list black pepper as one of it's main ingredients since there was a handful doused on top making it inedible. To the guy who is comparing this place to Da Michele, put the crack pipe down. These are simply lebanese flat breads which were baked days in advance and then charred up in an oven with ingredients tossed on in a haphazard way. I can't even call these things pizzas so to compare them to a true artisan like Da Michele is just a travesty. read more

Hollie C.

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7

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7 years ago

Best Pizza EVER!! My husband and I order the Eggman and Sticky Fingers at LEAST once a week, sometimes multiple times a week... it is THAT good! They know my husband by name & know our order when he calls it in. The staff is super friendly and make you feel like VIP. If you haven't tried The Rolling Stonebaker, you are totally missing out on the BEST PIZZA around and should immediately rectify that! We order our pizzas with a light char and it's perfect every time! read more

Pam S.

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4

1

8 years ago

I asked for the manager and called the next morning. To no avail. I posted this review: SEE PICTURE BELOW. WOW! Two months later I was contacted via my review response: I was attacked on social media verbally. Then when others started defending my review, the owner deletes their response and others! Not good business practices and furthermore, that's what "reviews " are intended. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND ANYONE LEAVE A NEGATIVE REVIEW! read more

Jason F.

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6

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9 years ago

The brick and mortar location in Valpo is small but inviting. You can order at the walk up window and take a pizza to go if you like. Great if you like thin crust pizza with slightly burnt edges (which I do)! read more

Greg F.

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5

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6 years ago

Love it ! Great pizza ! Wife must have every time we go to the park. They always have a great beer selection. 18 street is my favorite.

Christina C.

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20

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6 years ago

Every pizza we have tried here is incredible! They are so thoughtful with their menu and the service is wonderful. We love their team!

Jeremiah K.

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8

6 years ago

My favorite pizza place in town. Tried most of the pizzas, they're all delicious but the Joker is my favorite.

Holli C.

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8

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9 years ago

I have eaten here multiple times and have never been disappointed!

John P.

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4

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9 years ago

Favorite pizza place in Indiana ... Without question ...

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to start off the food was very good but our Server Grace W…read morenot it i saw talking to a table for 20 mins and I'm sorry but that's not ok. it took for her forever to get us our check

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Not sure how I haven't reviewed this place yet, Tomato Bar is the best pizza in Valpo hands down…read more Have been coming here since we moved to the area 8 years ago. Always great! Fresh & quality ingredients, unique options, always great service.

Once again an outstanding experience with an order out. The order was ready in time and it was…read morecorrect. As usual it was delicious. I like earning points for discounts also.

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