Osteria Peppino Pizzeria
| Address: | 414 Boston St, Topsfield, MA 01983, USA |
| Phone: | +1 978-561-1361 |
| Site: | osteriapeppino.com |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | Closed 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM Closed |
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Jordan Berry
I was very excited that this place finally opened - Its high time for a real, quality, italian brick-oven pizzeria here in Topsfield Unfortunately, I was very disappointed in the two pizzas I received. The dough and crust were both good, but the toppings were not; they seemed very cheap and were sparsely distributed on each pizza (including the cheese, which was surprising). Frankly, the toppings and sauce were low quality and the cheese could easily have been straight out of a $1.99 bag of mozzarella from Market Basket. Plainly put, I could have made a better pizza in my own home, without a brick oven. In fact, and I shudder as I say this, Ive had much better DiGiorno pizzas from the frozen food aisle. Food aside, I hope theyre working on finding a more efficient workflow to handle volume - it seems they didnt have a plan in place before/during launch. When I arrived and ordered two pizzas I was told there would be a 45 minute wait, which was shocking. The food simply isnt good enough to wait that long. I certainly dont want to continue buying pizza from THOP and Alexs, both of which have become so complacent and comfortable in their sub-shop duopoly that theyre no longer palatable, but its almost as if Osteria Peppino didnt check the competition in order to know where the bar was set for food quality; You can easily get a much better pizza at the 466 or even the Riverview in Ipswich I hope they take this feedback to heart and work on the quality of their product; the menu is too small and the price is too high for the pizza to not be amazing. There are some great people working here and Id love to see them succeed, but they need to work out their operational challenges and deliver a quality product in order to do so
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Ken Sternberg
This place has real potential but its not there yet. The pizza is very good, at least the plain slice I had was. Havent tasted any with toppings, so I cant comment about ingredient quality. But I can definitely, positively and loudly advise this: SKIP THE SUBS HERE! After they told me that all the subscwere cold, I ordered the prosciutto and mozzarella sub, hoping that maybe it would at least be warmed up. No it wasnt. But more disappointing, it was nothing but slices of prosciutto and mozzarella on a very cheap-tasting sub roll. Yes, I know what I ordered. But by nothing more I mean zero. No mayo, no tomato, no nothing. This made it as dry and enjoyable to eat as parchment paper. And this pleasurable dining experience cost $10. At most, it should be priced at $6.50. But $10 is grossly overpriced, especially for such an awful sandwich that cost them $2.50 to make. I told the old gentleman who is the restaurants namesake that it was bone dry and he said "Why didnt you tell me?" How could I have known his idea of a sub was modeled after the Mojave Desert? And isnt it his job to know how to prepare food that tastes good? The worst thing a restaurant can do is to make a dish that I could have done better at home. Here was a classic example. Like I said, lots of potential here. But there are growing pains. Maybe the steak tips taste sensational. I hear the ziti is very good. But Im placing my bets on the pizza.
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Diane Mutchler
My experience yesterday: A Plus! A friend and I were on an all-day bike ride of 60-plus miles, and at about mile 26 his crank cracked, broke off completely, meaning NO pedaling possible. We had noticed Osteria Peppino Pizzeria on our right as we cycled a back road. So we walked back, came into their lot, and immediately Mike came out. "You guys OK?" he asked. My cycling buddy showed Mike the mechanical failure, and Mike said, "I have a pickup truck. You can put your bikes into my truck and Ill drive you both to where you need to be. But why dont you have lunch first." Well, we were amazed at Mikes generosity! We split a yummy and fresh Italian sub served by their delightful waitress who has a lovely Polish accent. We came up with a very do-able "battle plan" regarding our biking "issue," and while eating our sub we saw the most amazing-looking pizza go by. My buddy immediately said with a smile, "Im taking my wife here for dinner soon!" Mike then drove us 3 miles down the road to the rail trail, my buddy waited by the river while I cycled back to my car in Peabody at the start of the trail, and within an hour I was back to pick him up - with his broken bike. This was a day full of adventure, and we thank Mike and all at Osteria Peppino Pizzeria for these happy memories. Such kindness, generosity, and yummy food, too!
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Brenda Mooney
I absolutely LOVE this very fine restaurant! The food is excellent in every way that counts. Served hot, consistently of excellent quality. The staff are dedicated to quality not only in the food but in making sure that every dining experience is a great one for each and every customer. We have waited a very long time for a restaurant of this high caliber to come to our community and we are so grateful that this family owned restaurant chose us. Hats off to Osteria. You will be amazed how terrific authentic Italian Pizza and dinners can be at Osteria! Five stars!
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N R-O
So Disappointed. Was waiting so long for them to open. Got 2 pizzas and I was so happy as they were very hot when I picked them up. Unfortunately the crust was soft , the sauce too sweet, the cheese tasted a little funny (but it could have been because the sauce was so sweet and the toppings were pretty scarce. The staff was friendly and engaging and the price was reasonable so that is why they got the extra star.
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Nathan Williams
Chicken parm with rigatoni was awful. Chicken portion was very small for 15$, and was over cooked and hard to chew... Pasta sauce was watered down and had a slice of provolone cheese on it. We also got a pizza and the crust was badly burnt and black around the edges. Idk how this place has good reviews...I wont be going back.
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Stephen Hardwick
This place let me fall in love with pizza again. A nice simple place. Love the piano player on Friday nights. Menu is small but on point. Top quality ingredients make for a great pizza with a pure taste and a crust thats spot on. Too bad not open on Sundays for football games.
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Teresa Monroe
Got our first pizza there today brought it home....just a plain cheese and I was very happy with it...yummy yummy...for the price... Wish they were a little bigger...but will definitely go back will have to eat there next time!!
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George Walden
Been there three times, going again today. Never disappointed... best pizza around! Im an old guy, and their pizza reminds me of the real pizza we used to have when I was a kid.
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Stephanie Frontiera
Excellent pizza I went last weekend and enjoyed every bite. We also had a salad that couldnt have been any more fresher
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Rasberry Runner59
The pizza was very delicious and hot. It was flavorful, and pick up service was great! Definitely recommend the pizza!
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nathaniel higley
Great brick oven pizza. Very happy theyre here. Very nice people and very delicious food.
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Carla Lucas
The pizza is out standing! Done just right, much better then Topsfield House Of Pizza
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John Mckeon
Some of the best thin crust pizza ( hand made wood oven of course ) for miles!!!!!!!
