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    Virtuoso Pizzeria

    4.1 (187 reviews)
    InexpensivePizza, Italian, Sandwiches
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    VIRTUOSO PIZZERIA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Pepperoni hot honey
    Connor L.

    Another great experience at Virtuoso. Ordered it to pick up and it was done when they said it would be. Nice to be able to use the quick parking spot in front of the Benson Theater to pick up. Love the vibe in the shop people were just happy to be there both staff and patrons. Everything was as ordered and checkout process went smooth. Definitely will be back.

    Pepperoni pizza and side salad
    Payton W.

    Amazing pizza! Grabbed a quick lunch with some friends. Service was good and the workers are super friendly. It's a smaller space so there are just a few booths and tables inside. I got a slice of the pepperoni with the side salad. The side salad wasn't my favorite because of the sweet taste to it. My friend liked it though. The pizza was VERY good. Slices are big but thin crust so ends up being the perfect size in my opinion. Will be back to try more!

    Clam chowder (seasonal)
    Scott M.

    Love the pizza, but this time went for the seasonal clam chowder and a dipped Italian beef.. both excellent. Topped it all off with a very good tiramisu.

    Virtuoso
    Hillary P.

    Another wonderful pizza! Continues to be , in my mind , one of the best pizzas in Omaha for New York style pizza lovers. Great crust, great sauce, and add some of their homemade sausage and you've got the makings of winner. Greatness takes time so plan on waiting at least 30 minutes for pizza or call ahead. Home made cannolis, etc. and we were offered a special treat today to taste their New England clam chowder - Ended up taking some home - yum!! Always a great stop for a super casual meal with many special to go options

    Cheese Pizza
    Rose P.

    Omaha classic for a reason. They do everything amazing. Great crust, sauce, cheese, and toppings. Stone oven baked. Great for one slice or a whole pie. Don't worry, one slice is huge!! Love the thinness of the slices and how it doesn't get soggy. Relaxed setting with a small amount of seating, but we still found room for a table of 4. Don't forget to try the Italian margarita in a bag, strong and good! I also liked that you pay at the counter when you order

    Garth P.

    Cool, family owned pizza place. Counter service was friendly and helpful. Small but nicely organized dining room. Pizza was amazing - the crust is flavorful and the perfect mix of crunchy exterior while maintaining a chewy interior. Italian sausage and roasted garlic were both delicious-very flavorful.

    Small house salad
    Celia V.

    Came here with my husband while we were in town based on a recommendation. The pizza was fantastic, and the slices were huge! I got a cheese slice along with a small house salad, and my husband got 2 slices of the pepperoni. The pizza was perfectly cooked, and the ingredients tasted so fresh. The consistency was not too soft, but not too crunchy. Just the way I like it! The salad has a house made balsamic dressing made in house that was delicious. The restaurant itself was very clean and cool. They had a Ninja Turtles machine I wish I had the cash to play ! Very great service as well. I'd definitely come back next time I'm in Omaha.

    Julie L.

    Authentic thin crust pizza with the right balance of sauce and cheese. Coming from New York, pizza must be foldable to eat and this was just that! This pic does not do the slice justice cause it was big!

    Cheesy Bread with an added side of Marinara
    Kaitlin C.

    This New York style pizza hits the spot. Giant slices that are light on the cheese but heavy on flavor. They have a few pizzas you can buy by the slice otherwise everything else is in full pies only. They also have a few pastas and a rotating soup. They sell bottles beverages and have a water station. The cheesy bread gives elevated school lunch vibes (in the best way). The bread was similar to a hotdog bun. SO much cheese that got crispy on the edges. Would definitely reco getting a side of Marinara. The Cannoli is 2 little pieces which is perfect for sharing and a great small size after all that pizza. Check out the walk up window for a grab and go slice! They make their Italian sausage in house so give that a try. Parking is a nightmare in Benson so go early. There was a sign that they had parking in the back but I did not check that out.

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    Sara C.

    Virtuoso Pizzeria is a little gem right in our Benson neighborhood. The owner, David Losole, is a certified Pizzaiolo, from the famed Lo Sole Mio restaurant family in Omaha - and the generations of love put Into the food definitely shows. Virtuoso opened a few years back, and we ventured there as soon as they were open (and have been back many times). You can't go wrong with anything you order! The ambiance and service is also a 10/10. Classic pizza shop vibes with a front counter display showing the pizzas on order that day. We usually order pizza (obviously), but my husband also likes to get the Chicago Italian Beef sandwich. It's toasty buns, filled with a ton of Italian beef and giardiniera (pickled peppers). You can get it dipped in au jus or with the au jus on the side - we always get it dipped! The pizza slices are never too greasy and soggy, like some places can be, and the slices are GIGANTIC - almost a fourth of a whole pie. You can eat the slices flat, but it's a little messy that way, so I fold mine in half which makes it a little more manageable. Folding pizza slices in half usually makes the dry crust the first thing you taste, but that is fine here because Virtuoso's crust is actually toasted and tasty! Pizza-wise, we usually get the pepperoni, cheese, or meatball. The pepperoni has a little kick to it, which I enjoy. The cheese is just super cheesy and divine. And the meatball is delish and savory, with almost an airy/flowery flavor that I think comes from the Italian spices. SO GOOD! After your pizza or sandwich, they also have some delectable cannolis - I recommend the Chocolate Nutella! They also have a little walk up window if you want to come to the window and just order a quick slice while walking around the Benson neighborhood. If you are in Benson or passing by, I definitely recommend a stop here if you're craving a good pizza or sandwich!

    This is the worst experience I ever had in customer service with an owner of a small pizzeria I stated my concerns. The food was not good and the absolute service is terrible. Do not go here whatsoever. The cook who also is the owner does not take feedback very well I would rather go to Little Caesars.

    16" sausage pie.
    Kurt S.

    I joined my friend and his family for dinner here last month and it was pretty dang good. You walk in and all of the employees seemed really happy to be there and were very welcoming; which made a huge difference on our experience. I got the Jimbo Italian Hot Beef sandwich and it was kind of small, but pretty good. I also got a cup of clam chowder which was good as well, but IMO not worth the $9 for the little cup of soup. My friend and his family split a pizza and the pizza was pretty good as well. We all got a couple orders of their cannoli's and they were just okay. You get two really small cannoli's for $8. When in Rome, but those little guys weren't worth $4 a piece to me. I've heard about this place for a while and the food was really good. I just wish the prices reflected the quantity just a tad bit more. With that said, I would come back and try something else.

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    Look this is the best NY style pizza in Nebraska so just get a slice and stuff your mouth! Friendly service and fun atmosphere!

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