Thank goodness for pizza, eh?
Whatever’s going on in your life - hangovers, love-splits, late-night munchy attacks, exam revision carb loading - pizza has been a constant source of support and love for us all.
Lucky then that Dundee has a host of top restaurants and drop-in diners with a bucket load of delicious topping offerings.
To make things easier, Dundee Live has grabbed Tripadvisor’s Top 5.
The site always generates a lot of discussion both positive and negative, but it’s a good place to start.
We love a good rummage through Tripadvisor reviews and while some of these restaurants have generated some negative feedback, they’re currently sitting at the top of the tree.
Have we missed any? Leave your thoughts and ideas in the comments section and we’ll give them a shout-out next time.
MOZZA
13 Whitehall Street, DD1 4AA, website is here
Top of our list is Mozza and one thing its website doesn’t lack is modesty with the headline ‘The word according to the gods of pizza’ leaping out at you from the main page.
It goes on to say that its Neapolitan pizzas are not ordinary and that they have the best taste, the best flavour and the perfect fusion of ingredients. Every pizza, it adds, is cooked to perfection in ‘just 60 passionate seconds’.
Despite two recent dodgy reviews, other customers have left very happy.
One wrote: “We admittedly got to mozza rather late in the evening so rushed ourselves but the staff were still friendly to serve.
“The pizza is quick, consistent and well made. Our food could've been a touch warmer, warmed plates would definitely be nice. The price can't be complained about, so cheap it's lovely.
“Definitely recommend to anyone fancying a quick bite, it'd be lovely in a group but book ahead. Can't say anything bad about it, will definitely be back.”
While another said: “Fantastic pizza that reminds me of Italy. I really enjoyed the food here. Staff were really friendly even though they seemed to be short staffed, food came really quick & it was delicious. Thank you!”
LUIGI’S
17-21 Strathmartine Road, DD3 7RL, website is here
Luigi’s has been feeding people in Dundee for over 100-years, through 5 generations.
Dominique, Ben & Maria continue the family legacy offering up ‘a mixture of traditional tastes with a modern flavour.’
Their website say they love ‘creating good, honest and tasty food’ and pride themselves on ‘crafting their food in house daily from scratch.’
Reviewers have been left impressed.
One wrote: “Proper Italian pizzas, arancini as well and the haggis bites, delicious. My 28 year old son had the perfect birthday tea!”
While another said: “Deeeelicious Scrumptious food with super friendly & helpful staff! We highly recommend Luigi’s & can’t wait to return! Thank you so very muchly.”
CIAO SORRENTO
19 Union Street, DD1 4BN, website is here
The small family-run, red-fronted restaurant is easy to miss on Union Street.
It is vegetarian friendly and also serves Vegan and gluten-free options.
The last reviews were left at the end of December with one visitor writing: “Small unassuming restaurant. Beautiful fresh food served by friendly attentive staff. The house red is nice too! If we lived in Dundee we would be back often.”
And another one adding: “Quiet and felt very safe this evening, food was excellent, wine was a very good value bargain, service was polite attentive and not over powering, my kind of place, thoroughly enjoyed the whole evening and fantastic value.”
TONY MACARONI
15 Whitehall Crescent, DD1 4AR, website is here
Tony Macaroni’s is the biggest Italian chain on the list.
Its website says the dedicated chefs ‘cook everything to order and use only the freshest ingredients’ sourced from the best local and Italian suppliers.
It adds’ whether you’re planning a family celebration, business lunch or intimate meal for two, join us for the unbeatable Tony treatment at prices which Mama would approve of!’
Guests were left with a nice taste int heir mouth after recent visits.
One reviewer wrote: “Absolutely amazing!! Food is delicious, portions are great and service is just incredible. I come here so much they know my name!! Definitely recommend.”
And another said: “Good selection on the menu - something for everyone Food was really yummy, good portion size, hot, served in good time Desserts were really good too We will definitely eat here again next time we are in Dundee.”
THE GIDDY GOOSE
2 Perth Road, DD1 4LN, website is here
Giddy Goose bosses describe this Perth Road favourite as a ‘Bohemian style wine and pizza bar, specialising in stone baked pizzas, ethically sourced wine & the home of the Pot-Tail.’
Customers have been left impressed.
One recent reviewer said: “The food was excellent. Beef burger and chicken burger had great taste and the chips we chose to accompany the burgers could not be faulted. Service was great too, we will be back!”
While another added: “Such a good vibe & lovely staff. Always amazing food and lovely drinks! Definitely pop down if you’re ever in Dundee!”
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