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James Nielsen : 29-95
It's an imitation of Otto, a famous Manhattan joint owned by Mario Batali, but Dolce Vita chef Marco Wiles gives that celebri-chef a run for his money. The pizzas are unusual and divine. Try the goat cheese and leeks combo. And order the Brussel sprouts, which are served as a lively, pecorino Romano-studded slaw. You only think you hate Brussel sprouts. You don't really hate Brussel sprouts. Yes, it costs more than Domino's, but go as a group and order family style. It's worth it.
Vibe: Technically casual, but in a $400-pair-of-shoes way. If you really want casual, stop in early and sit outside.
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Alison Cook says: It has had its ups and downs, but Marco Wiles’ pizzeria once again turns out the best pies in town. The crusts are high-crowned and yeasty, with ample char and chew. Toppings show a chefly touch, from robiola cheese with melted leeks and cubes of pancetta to fresh-shucked tiny clams with roasted cherry tomatoes. Baby artichokes or rapini greens, delicately flash fried, are among the small plates that speak to vegetarian and omnivore alike. Elegantly simple pastas, a lively Italian wine list and a big covered terrace add to the fun. Wiles changed the pizza game in Houston with this restaurant — my current favorite of his three spots, including the more ambitious Da Marco.
bobbyhankinson
The Fuzzball
We recently are at The Woodlands location. Started with the sopressata and shaved brussel sprouts. Both were delicious, and paired well with a Prosecco suggested by the sommelier. He also suggested a nice red wine to pair with our pizza. I also liked our waiter a lot, he had an opinion on the items he liked most. I appreciate that more than the standard, 'oh, I like everything.' The placed filled up quickly on a Sunday night. The panna cotta is so delicious. Maybe the best ever, and I am usually a chocolate dessert person. I did not care for the cannoli, I found it a bit too citrus-y. We hope to get back there more often.
no word on the Dolce Vita location opening in The Woodlands?
MOAR BRUSSEL SPROUTS