Pizzaria Panina is a neighborhood spot on Forest Avenue built around its sourdough pizza dough. That sourdough ferments into a base that’s both fluffy and tasty, baking into a crust that manages to be thin and crispy all at once. It’s the foundation for pies like the spicy Calabrese or the multi-cheese Quesos, which are the clear focus of the menu.
The kitchen also puts out a tight list of Italian-inspired dishes beyond the pizza. You’ll find pastas like Agnolotti and a Honey Nut Gnudi, along with starters like bruschetta and a sharp Radicchio Caesar salad. For dessert, there are just a couple of options, usually a Sticky Date Cake or a Lemon Oil Cake. Alongside the food is a dedicated cocktail menu with drinks like the Hot Italian Summer, reinforcing the place’s role as more than just a simple pizzeria.
The space itself is warm and inviting – a cozy but classy room that feels right for a date night. When the weather is good, there is also outdoor seating available. It’s a true neighborhood spot that gets busy, especially during prime dinner hours. Reservations are a good idea.
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Pizzaria Panina